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In addition to the game disc and manual, this Limited Edition includes:
- Game disc housed in recovered ONI black box
- Artifact bag containing Dr. Halsey's personal journal and other classified documents and effects that unravel long held secrets from the Halo universe
- Exclusive Elite armour set for use in multiplayer modes
 Exclusive Elite armour set for use in multiplayer modes |
“Halo: Reach,” developed exclusively for Xbox 360® by acclaimed developer Bungie, is the blockbuster prequel to the best-selling Xbox franchise of all time. It represents the culmination of Bungie’s 10 years of experience crafting groundbreaking “Halo” games that have raised expectations for what can be achieved in a video game.
Product Overview In “Halo: Reach,” players experience the fateful moments that forged the “Halo” legend. It’s the story of Noble Team, a squad of heroic Spartan soldiers, and their final stand on planet Reach, humanity’s last line of defense between the terrifying Covenant and Earth. This darker story is echoed by grittier visuals amid a backdrop of massive, awe-inspiring environments. Characters, enemies and environments are rendered in amazing detail by an all-new engine designed to deliver epic-scale encounters against the cunning and ruthless Covenant. Once the campaign is over, the battle continues online with an unparalleled multiplayer experience that expands on the award-winning suite of features that helped define the Xbox LIVE experience.1 The “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta, on track to be the largest beta program of its kind on any console, is expected to see millions of participants when it begins May 3. Players can access the multiplayer beta on Xbox LIVE through the “Halo 3: ODST” disc.2 Product Features:
The “Halo” franchise is an award-winning collection of properties that have grown into a global entertainment phenomenon. Beginning with the original “Halo: Combat Evolved” (2001), the critically acclaimed and record-shattering series of games has since inspired multiple New York Times best-selling novels, comic books, action figures, apparel and more. Published by Microsoft Game Studios, the “Halo” franchise of games is exclusive to the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system and the Xbox LIVE online entertainment network. To date, more than 34 million copies of “Halo” games have been sold worldwide, driving more than 2 billion hours of gameplay by people connected to Xbox LIVE. About BungieBungie was founded in 1991 with two goals: to develop games that combine brilliant technology, beautiful art, intelligent stories and deep gameplay, and then sell enough of those games to achieve its real goal of total world domination. Over the past 20 years, it has produced games such as the “Marathon” trilogy, the first two “Myth” games, the “Halo” trilogy, “Halo 3: ODST” and now “Halo: Reach.” The “Halo” series has been hailed as classics by critics and gamers around the world, breaking both sales and Xbox LIVE records throughout the past decade. Bungie became a private company, independent of Microsoft, in October 2007. More information on Bungie can be found at http://www.bungie.net. The information contained in this fact sheet relates to a pre-release product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the product when it is first commercially released. This fact sheet is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the fact sheet or the information contained in it. 1 Xbox LIVE Gold Membership required for online multiplayer gameplay.2 Xbox LIVE Gold Membership and hard drive required for online multiplayer beta. © 2010 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Halo, the Halo logos, the Microsoft Game Studios logo, Xbox, Xbox LIVE, the Xbox logos, and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Bungie, the Bungie logo, Bungie.net, and the Bungie.net logo are registered trademarks of Bungie LLC, and are used with permission. All rights reserved. |
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Product Description
In addition to the game disc and manual, the Limited edition includes the game disc housed in recovered ONI "black box", an exclusive Elite armour set for use in multiplayer modes and an artifact bag containing Dr. Halsey's personal journal and other classified documents and effects that unravel long held secrets from the Halo universe.
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29 of 31 people found the following review helpful
By Lee Chan
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
While I didn't necessarily order this version of the game, having ordered the "Legendary Edition" which has this full package in the box, I think what I have to say is relevant. Also my review relates more to the product on the whole rather then the game. I'm sure there are enough reviews of the game itself elsewhere to last a lifetime.
Anyway, as a huge Halo fan, I was disappointed to hear that Bungie would be calling it quits after Reach and Microsoft will attempt to continue without them. I loved Halo, it was the only reason I hung onto my old Xbox while all my friends were playing on their Playstations. The game series held so many fond memories for me whilst in my teens that I simply had to get hold of the top "version" of what already promised to be a fantastic game.
I do however, regret this decision. I honestly do believe that this Limited Collectors edition is the "just right" version of Reach. The collectors edition is presented fantastically, designed as some kind of container that would have been found of Reach. It slides open to reveal the game, and underneath you have the crown jewel of the package (minus the game...obviously). Halsey's journal is a work of art, it's fantastically done with sketches and proper journal entries related to the Spartan programme. The care and attention that as gone into creating this quality product is phenomenal. If you have read into the Halo universe, it's very interesting and much better then those "art books" which are thrown into other "collectors editions". I truly believe that this is the only collectors edition, of ANY game in the last few years worth paying out extra on top of the standard price.... Read more ›
Anyway, as a huge Halo fan, I was disappointed to hear that Bungie would be calling it quits after Reach and Microsoft will attempt to continue without them. I loved Halo, it was the only reason I hung onto my old Xbox while all my friends were playing on their Playstations. The game series held so many fond memories for me whilst in my teens that I simply had to get hold of the top "version" of what already promised to be a fantastic game.
I do however, regret this decision. I honestly do believe that this Limited Collectors edition is the "just right" version of Reach. The collectors edition is presented fantastically, designed as some kind of container that would have been found of Reach. It slides open to reveal the game, and underneath you have the crown jewel of the package (minus the game...obviously). Halsey's journal is a work of art, it's fantastically done with sketches and proper journal entries related to the Spartan programme. The care and attention that as gone into creating this quality product is phenomenal. If you have read into the Halo universe, it's very interesting and much better then those "art books" which are thrown into other "collectors editions". I truly believe that this is the only collectors edition, of ANY game in the last few years worth paying out extra on top of the standard price.... Read more ›
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By J. Webb
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
So what's inside the box: One of the special items contained within is Halsey's journal. This truly is a work of art. It is well done with sketches and proper journal entries relating to the Spartan programme and adds depth to both the game and Halo universe.
The care and attention that as gone into creating this quality product is exceptional. There is also a number of hidden items with the journal that makes this stand out as a really good piece of Halo memorabilia to have in within any Halo fans collection.
The game itself: This game is brilliant with a truly immersive campaign with a wide range of multiplayer options that will be talked about in depth within this review.
Campaign: Short and sweet with a dramatic and engaging story. 9/10
Firefight: What can i say? Incredible piece of technology, flawless and packed with extra features. 10/10
Matchmaking: Great! A wide range of different game types, maps and more. 10/10
Custom games: A wide range of options that all incorporate fun as a main priority. Mission accomplished. 10/10
Forge: A great improvement from the last game. Brilliant way to make your own maps. Incredible! 10/10
Theater: Truly epic re-watching your most epic kills. 10/10
Overall, an excellent game, and the extra content in limited edition only makes it better. A perfect package for any Halo fan.
The care and attention that as gone into creating this quality product is exceptional. There is also a number of hidden items with the journal that makes this stand out as a really good piece of Halo memorabilia to have in within any Halo fans collection.
The game itself: This game is brilliant with a truly immersive campaign with a wide range of multiplayer options that will be talked about in depth within this review.
Campaign: Short and sweet with a dramatic and engaging story. 9/10
Firefight: What can i say? Incredible piece of technology, flawless and packed with extra features. 10/10
Matchmaking: Great! A wide range of different game types, maps and more. 10/10
Custom games: A wide range of options that all incorporate fun as a main priority. Mission accomplished. 10/10
Forge: A great improvement from the last game. Brilliant way to make your own maps. Incredible! 10/10
Theater: Truly epic re-watching your most epic kills. 10/10
Overall, an excellent game, and the extra content in limited edition only makes it better. A perfect package for any Halo fan.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By M. Phillips
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
The game itself is almost flawless, with only a few aspects that are bad. But if i talked about those, i'd truly be nit picking. Every aspect of the game is over blown and over the top!
Campaign: Whilst short, action packed to the last, with a dramatic but simple story. 8/10
Firefight: What can i say? Incredible piece of technology, flawless and packed with extra features. 10/10
Matchmaking: Great! So many different gametypes, maps and more. 10/10
Custom games: What could be better than messing about with options when your mates come round? Wanna just have a race? Kill each other? Run around really fast with just pistols? All easily accomplished. 10/10
Forge: A great improvement from the last game. One or two potential problems but none that i've been able to find so far. Incredible! 10/10
Theater: What can you say about theater? Truly epic re-watching splattering the annoying tea-bagger. 10/10
Overall, an excellent game, and the extra content in limited edition only makes it better.
Perfect for the halo fan who doesn't want to fork out the extra £60+
Campaign: Whilst short, action packed to the last, with a dramatic but simple story. 8/10
Firefight: What can i say? Incredible piece of technology, flawless and packed with extra features. 10/10
Matchmaking: Great! So many different gametypes, maps and more. 10/10
Custom games: What could be better than messing about with options when your mates come round? Wanna just have a race? Kill each other? Run around really fast with just pistols? All easily accomplished. 10/10
Forge: A great improvement from the last game. One or two potential problems but none that i've been able to find so far. Incredible! 10/10
Theater: What can you say about theater? Truly epic re-watching splattering the annoying tea-bagger. 10/10
Overall, an excellent game, and the extra content in limited edition only makes it better.
Perfect for the halo fan who doesn't want to fork out the extra £60+
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Dammuz
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
About the box set- worth every penny! It's presented well with a butt load of extras that will keep collectors feeling very happy indeed. Halsey's diary makes for interesting reading alongside the extra mountain of loose paper work contained within. The box itself will unlikely fit on your shelf with your other Xbox games so make sure there is a special place big enough to house such a large piece of memorabilia.
The game- I have to say that it's a little sad to see people putting down the game for being "too much like Halo 3" or just simply "Halo again". I say to them- what were you expecting? It would make no sense to think that this game would look or play any different from its predecessors as it is a new chapter in the same novel. It needs to have a flow and continuity that allows fans and followers of the Halo genre to seamlessly transfer from one game to another, feeling comfortable within that universe.
The continuity of the game, both in terms of looks and presentation, is outstanding. The creators have gone to great lengths to make fans feel welcome back to a universe we all know so well. I would think that most fans would find it so easy to go from Reach straight into playing Halo CE and have it feel very natural and fluid (well, apart from the graphic textures but that's due to Halo CE being almost 9 years old!).
However, this game does have one huge difference from any of the other Halo games so far- it's the way this game makes you feel as you progress.
I knew (as did we all) that Reach falls before I even put the disc in the machine but, I played this game as if my actions could somehow change this preordained outcome.... Read more ›
The game- I have to say that it's a little sad to see people putting down the game for being "too much like Halo 3" or just simply "Halo again". I say to them- what were you expecting? It would make no sense to think that this game would look or play any different from its predecessors as it is a new chapter in the same novel. It needs to have a flow and continuity that allows fans and followers of the Halo genre to seamlessly transfer from one game to another, feeling comfortable within that universe.
The continuity of the game, both in terms of looks and presentation, is outstanding. The creators have gone to great lengths to make fans feel welcome back to a universe we all know so well. I would think that most fans would find it so easy to go from Reach straight into playing Halo CE and have it feel very natural and fluid (well, apart from the graphic textures but that's due to Halo CE being almost 9 years old!).
However, this game does have one huge difference from any of the other Halo games so far- it's the way this game makes you feel as you progress.
I knew (as did we all) that Reach falls before I even put the disc in the machine but, I played this game as if my actions could somehow change this preordained outcome.... Read more ›
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good
My son brought this, he wanted a copy as soon as it was released but had to wait till he saved his money
Published 5 months ago by barbara starbuck
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome halo is awesome!
A great game! the story is just epic, i almost got a tear in the eye in some parts of the game and the final. Its game you must play if you're an Halo fan.
Published 9 months ago by CASACA
4.0 out of 5 stars
Start the fight?
For Halo fans this is a very good game. It has plenty of re-playability and shows exactly what the makers can do since the original master piece in 2001. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mac 8k
5.0 out of 5 stars
Halo reach is a masterpiece
When I played Halo 2 and 3 I didn't had the same fun that I had when I played Halo 1. The first was an incredible masterpiece, so when Halo Reach come out I though that it wasn't a... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Rief
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great
This item is the best thing you will ever buy as it is non stop fun and entertainment Reccomend u buy it :D
Published 21 months ago by Mike
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great Halo title, covering the entire story, in full circle
This game is brilliant; the engine used to make Halo 3 and Halo ODST was rebuilt to make this masterpiece, and it shows. Read more
Published on 30 May 2011 by David J. Troman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loose ends? What Loose ends?
Chronologically, this is the direct prequel to Halo - Classics (Xbox): you play as a Mk3 Spartan (The Master Chief is a Mk2, and Sgt Johnson is a Mk1); sent to Reach to assist in a... Read more
Published on 19 May 2011 by Tuomas
4.0 out of 5 stars
Halo Reach
Very good multiplayer game!! is without a doubt the best Halo game i have played (definatly including Halo ODST which is not a great game by Halo standards.)
Published on 11 May 2011 by Calebs_Mummy21
5.0 out of 5 stars
HALO REACH IS AWSOM
WELL WHAT A GAME.1.WHAT I LOVE ABOUT HALO IS THE CAMPAIGN AS IT HAS LOTS OF FUN AND EXITMENT ALL THE WAY THROUGH ALL BECAUSE OF THE ANIMATION BEING AMAZING IT IS SO MUCH OF A JOY... Read more
Published on 3 May 2011 by TOM
5.0 out of 5 stars
Halo Reach
I'm not going into detail since there is enough resources out there.
Good price here for the game although I ended up cancelling my order and buying locally in Ireland... Read more
Good price here for the game although I ended up cancelling my order and buying locally in Ireland... Read more
Published on 18 April 2011 by TheDoc
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