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Subject: First Halo 3 experience?
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I finally played Halo 3 after being away from games for the last 4 years. I think Bungie did a great job on the game. It seemed more enjoyable than Halo 2 was, if my memory serves me correctly. What happens when you don't play video games for a long time and play Halo 3 to the end on Normal. Humiliation thats what happens. I loved every minute of it. Once I managed to get the hang of the controler things rolled along quite nicely. I just played through the first 4 levels on Heroic and haven't died. Could Bungie bring back the power of the punch against the Hunters. I was playing wack-a-mole with them for an extended period with no results. Also the M6D would be nice as well. Has anyone beat this game on Legendary yet without dying and not using short cuts or cheats?

  • 08.10.2010 8:59 AM PDT

Posted by: Foton
Has anyone beat this game on Legendary yet without dying and not using short cuts or cheats?
Hehe yep. Google or search bar 'SLASO' or 'Mythic Difficulty.' Basically it's Legendary All Skulls On (do you know about skulls yet? Hidden skulls in campaign and if you turn them on, the game gets harder). One of the skulls is 'Iron' and it means if you die, you have to start the entire level over (unless you're in co-op in which case you start from last checkpoint if anyone dies). Basically means you can't die.

Also yeah they've upgraded the hunters. Try Halo 3: ODST. They're harder there. And in Reach I'm hoping that they're complete BEASTS.
The Pistol? Massive upgrade in the next two games too.
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  • 08.10.2010 9:05 AM PDT
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I haven't had time yet to search for the skulls. I'm still working on improving my button mashing with the controller. I really enjoyed the 'thunder storm' skull in Halo 2, as well as the 'I would have been your daddy'. It will take a while to find the best weapons balancing for different combat situations. I have a lot to learn.

I'll buy ODST shortly. But I want to get a good handle on Halo 3's campaign first. I figure ODST is tougher due to not having shields.

Good to hear about the massive pistol upgrade. Maybe they'll bring back the M6D. Thanks burritosenior

  • 08.10.2010 9:14 AM PDT

i love the the halo reach beta pistol that was a beastly upgrade

  • 08.10.2010 9:15 AM PDT
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Does the pistol come with a scope?

  • 08.10.2010 9:20 AM PDT


Posted by: Foton
Does the pistol come with a scope?

You bet! Both Halo 3: ODST's and Halo: Reach.
The only thing is that while the Pistol is stronger than the DMR (the new Battle rifle) in Reach close range, it's weaker longer range. Also in ODST, the Pistol can be fired WAY quick. Yet it does no damage at all against shields practically. It's only against flesh you'll want to use it on. Headshot like a pro though for instant kills when they aren't shielded.
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Also thread maker: When you beat Halo 3, watch the credits at the end. Don't skip them. If you're playing on Normal or higher, there's a REALLY awesome bonus clip at the end, and an extra-extra one if you beat the last level 'Halo' on Legendary.

  • 08.10.2010 9:47 AM PDT

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and an extra-extra one if you beat the last level 'Halo' on Legendary.


This. You're gonna want to beat it on Legendary if you can

  • 08.10.2010 10:02 AM PDT
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I really liked the ending. I'm glad they didn't sacrafice the Master Chief, it was touching. He goes back into the 'Hushed Casket', just like your mission has come full circle. The planet in the background is Marathon, or something else?

  • 08.10.2010 10:03 AM PDT

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Posted by: Foton
I really liked the ending. I'm glad they didn't sacrafice the Master Chief, it was touching. He goes back into the 'Hushed Casket', just like your mission has come full circle. The planet in the background is Marathon, or something else?


shhhh...nobody is supposed to know.

  • 08.10.2010 10:05 AM PDT
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Posted by: burritosenior

and an extra-extra one if you beat the last level 'Halo' on Legendary.


This. You're gonna want to beat it on Legendary if you can


From what I've seen beating each level on Legendary shouldn't take too long. However, doing it the way it should be done. That's going to take long. Bungie's endings are the best. I like how they alter the dialogue for each difficulty. The amount of chatter throughout the campaign by your foes and allies is very enjoyable.

  • 08.10.2010 10:08 AM PDT

Hello, I am a Brando.

Bungie puts a lot of effort in their games. I'm glad you appreciate it.

  • 08.10.2010 10:10 AM PDT
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Sorry BRANDO7193 what I meant to say was "The beach ball in the background was left by the Grunts in celebration of their final journey, or something else?

  • 08.10.2010 10:12 AM PDT

Hello, I am a Brando.

Haha...that's much better.

  • 08.10.2010 10:22 AM PDT