Mat's Top 5: Things that could Improve Halo 3

Don't get me wrong! Halo 3 is one of my favourite games on the 360, but face it fanboys, the game is not by any means perfect. Face the following:
#5: 90 Degree Locks in Forge:
A simple request, it would make stacking things beside/on top of each other a lot easier.
#4: The Little Details:
Bullets shouldn't come out of anywhere else except the gun, (BR and AR bullets come out of your forehead.) Elephants should appear in more maps, and all turrets should be detachable. (Elephant and Warthog)
#3: Clear All Objects Option in Forge:
A simple menu option could save half an hour of deleting objects off maps.
#2: Longer Campaign:
Self-Explanitory. It reminded me of Nightfire in terms of length.
#1: Local Multiplayer Bots:
Without my Live up, and with my friends living across the city, Local multiplayer isn't a selling point in this game for me. I'm probably not the only one, so computer opponents in local matches would be kind of nice.

Videos You Should Look up on YouTube

Wow! A new feature! This is where I'll tell you some videos that I think you should see on YouTube. You don't have to agree they're good, but at least check them out.
In no specific order:
#1-Super Smash Bros. Brawl Opening
You can't go wrong here, whither you own it or not.
#2-Arby and the Chief
The only Halo 3 Machinima I frequent. You'll laugh.
#3-I Am Legend Alternate Ending
The dark-seekers still have huge mouths.

Quatri-Annual Console Checkup

Another new blog feature. Every three months or so I like to see how all the current-gen consoles are selling. This will be subbmitted in a set of three top three lists: Consoles Sold, Attach Rate, and Top-Selling Game, and then decide a winner.
Consoles sold to date:
#1-Nintendo Wii-20,539,464 units.
#2-XBox 360-17,638,630 units.
#3-PS3-8,641,805 units.
Attach Rate:
#1-XBox 360-7 games per console.
#2-PS3-5 games per console.
#3-Nintendo Wii-4 games per console.
Top Selling Game:
#1-Wii Play?(Wii)-9.3 million units. (I'm as shocked as you are.)
#2-Halo 3(360)-8.1 million units.
#3-Motorstorm(PS3)-3 million units.

Based on this, I think that the Wii wins this Quatri-Annual Checkup. If only the Wii sold more software...then it would be invincible. The 360 has some dedicated owners though, 7 games per console. The clear-cut loser this time is the PS3. Will that change with Metal Gear Solid 4? Only time will tell. As for Wii Play outselling Halo 3...It's true. I can't believe it either.

Game Review: Halo 3

What a game. I never really enjoyed Halo until I played this. Although I still don't think it deserves all the hype it has enjoyed over the years, it is a really good game.
Let's break it down ok?
Single Player Campaign mode has one of the most involving stories I have ever seen, as well as great voice acting, excellent AI, and wonderful gameplay. This game adds Equipment to the series, small gizmos you can activate using X to create a Bubble Shield, Grav Lift, or set down a Trip Mine. Dual wielding has been stripped down from Halo 2 a little, limiting your weapon combos. (You still have n00b combo...relax.)
Custom Games is better than ever with the new Forge feature, which lets you move and create scenery and weapons on any of the maps. As well as great new options.
The online play is where this game shines though, it's just great and I can't begin to describe it. So many different modes and voice chat. It's the best online experience to date. Play it at a friends house to see what I mean.
Before you buy it though, be wary that you may not feel up to beating Campaign a second time, (I'm only halfway through Heroic difficulty, and haven't played in weeks.) so make sure you have your Live set up first. A mistake I regret making. Still, this game deserves a six out of six.
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Coming soon: Week of Feb. 25th

Mat's Monday Notice: Apology for last week
Tuesday Gaming Update: GDC Summary
Wednesday Brawl Report: The Characters of Brawl
Thursday Mat-Vestigation: The Analog T.V. Blackout-
National Upgrade or Irrational Money Grab?
Friday F*****-Update: Nothing yet.

Also:
Two Game Reviews:
-No More Heroes (Maybe.)
-Halo 3
One Other Review:
-Dakota Presents: Footloose

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