Halo 3: ODST Maps Revealed

by Hilary Goldstein - IGN.com | 07 July 2009 12:00
 
Get a look at where you'll be running and gunning this September.
 
Today is Bungie Day, meaning we can expect a few snippets of news and goodies from the maker's of Halo. And so it's begun with three screenshots revealing the new multiplayer maps included in Halo 3: ODST.
 
Coming September 22, ODST takes place shortly before Master Chief arrives on Earth in Halo 3. You don't play as Master Chief, instead taking on the roles of several ODST marines. The single-player looks to be quite a different experience than Halo 3, but the multiplayer will be very familiar. You'll get all the previously released Halo 3 maps and these three new ones: Heretic, Citadel, and Longshore. Along with these new maps is a new multiplayer type, Fire Fight, which is a cooperative survival mode.
 
Here are the three new maps along with Bungie's descriptions:
 
Heretic

Heretic returns players to familiar ground as the Halo 2 arena "Midship" makes its long-rumored debut in Halo 3. The stark interior of the Pious Inquisitor might appear austere on first glance, but Heretic's symmetrical spaces require players to execute complex strategies in order to outplay their opponents.
 
Citadel

Citadel may be a long abandoned Forerunner stronghold, but its small, symmetrical confines are far from secure. Two opposing bases offer little safety for players looking for solace. Instead, Citadel forces small squads to stay in constant communication, keep their heads on a swivel, and be prepared to adjust combat tactics in close quarters.
 
Longshore

Longshore lacks the commercial ships that once made it a lucrative port for Old Mombasa, but it still bustles with activity. Designed for large scale combat and well suited for smaller affairs, Longshore's multitude of industrial buildings, elevated walks, and open inlets conspire to create a complex battleground tailored for multiple combat scenarios.
 
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