The first Major League Gaming tournement of the year has ended and gameplayer has a review of the event up on their website, describing how the action unfolded and who were ths stars of the show.

"The lead up to this tournament however was drenched in drama of soap opera proportions, as each team scrambled to pick up the best players possible whilst securing their own star players."
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Apr 4, 2009

Bungie Weekly Update: 04/03/09

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360 - Halo 3 - Bungie Weekly Update: 04/03/09

Bungie writes:

"Finishing up our six week look at the custom Sandbox content we're going to be wedging into Matchmaking finds us taking a peek at "Vindicitve." Though we showcased six Map Variants in this space, that doesn't mean these are the only offerings we're going to put on display. We've got a few more tricks up our sleeves. But as we mentioned last week, the magician's hat is yours. Let's see what you can pull out of it once you've gotten your hands on Sandbox.

Once again, this week's Map Variant comes to us by way of Shishka. And once again, he graced us with a moment of his time to talk about his map, the process that went into it, and whether or not he's still selling his truck."
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Apr 3, 2009

Halo 3 approaches 10 million sold copies

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360 - Halo 3 - Halo 3 approaches 10 million sold copies

Somewhere, someone has got to make a lot of money on this game, and are now probably laughing all the way to the bank.
The previously best selling Halo game, Halo 2, has now been overtaken by Halo 3.
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Apr 1, 2009

Halo 3 Free For All Tournament - ReconLIVE.net

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360 - Halo 3 - Halo 3 Free For All Tournament - ReconLIVE.net

This is our third tournament after launching our Halo 3 tournament website, www.ReconLIVE.net! We will be hosting this FFA tournament on Saturday, April 11th completely free of cost.

Prizes include:
First Place: 1600 MS Points
Second Place: 1600 MS Points
Third Place: Uno

We're trying to build a great new community for Halo 3 tournaments and would love to have anyone and everyone join.

See you soon!
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Mar 31, 2009

LIVE Activity for week of March 23rd

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360 - Halo 3 - LIVE Activity for week of March 23rd

These lists are based on global unique users connected to Xbox Live or in the case of Arcade and Community Games, full versions purchased during the week.

Xbox 360 Top Live Titles (based on UU's):
1 Call of Duty: WaW
2 Halo 3
3 Call of Duty 4
4 Gears of War 2
5 RESIDENT EVIL 5
6 GTA IV
7 FIFA 09
8 Left 4 Dead
9 Halo Wars
10 Fallout 3

Top Arcade Titles (Full Versions purchased):
1 UNO RUSH
2 Peggle
3 Castle Crashers
4 Worms
5 UNO
6 CRYSTAL DEFENDERS
7 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
8 3 on 3 NHL Arcade
9 A Kingdom for Keflings
10 Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3
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Mar 31, 2009

Rumour: Halo 3 PC in 2009, Gears of War to Stay Xbox-Exclusive?

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360 - Halo 3 - Rumour: Halo 3 PC in 2009, Gears of War to Stay Xbox-Exclusive?

Split-screen.com: "Their showing at this year's Game Developers' Conference 2009 may not exactly reaffirm hopes but Microsoft has been very active as of late, albeit in secret. Besides rumours of new IPs from Rare doing the rounds, Microsoft Game Studios, the main in-charge of the Xbox and Games for Windows game division, has been doing the rounds on Gamasutra with about 18 job postings for various offers within the company. These rumours are pretty heavy but none more heavy than the fate of the 360's two biggest franchises and heavy hitters since the console's launch: Halo 3 and Gears of War. In fact, based on two of Microsoft Game Studios' listings, rumours suggest that Halo 3 may be coming to the PC this year and Gears of War could stay exclusive to Microsoft's platforms."
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Mar 29, 2009

Multiplayerreport.com - Halo 3 passes Gears of War as most popular Xbox Live Game...ever.

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360 - Halo 3 - Multiplayerreport.com - Halo 3 passes Gears of War as most popular Xbox Live Game...ever.

It's official. Halo 3 is now the most popular game in Xbox 360 history. Forget about the sales, reviews, and hype. The Multiplayerreport.com Power Rankings formula is the only evidence you need. This past week, Halo 3 finally surpassed Gears of War 1 in points. Halo 3 has 278 points and Gears 1 has 275. This gap will only widen in the coming weeks since Halo 3 will continue to be one of the most played games on Xbox Live.
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Mar 27, 2009

ODST really does mark end of Bungie Halo

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360 - Halo 3 - ODST really does mark end of Bungie Halo

Bungie has told Eurogamer there really are "no plans" for new Halo 3 content beyond Halo 3: ODST after all.

That familiar stance was temporarily upended this week by game producer Allen Murray, who said the studio would work on Halo 3 for "probably" two more years.

"We'll never say never, but currently Bungie has no plans to make new Halo 3 content beyond the release of ODST," Bungie told Eurogamer. "We will, however, continue to support the Halo 3 online experience with regular updates to matchmaking playlists and wield the Banhammer as needed.

"With Forge and the Mythic map Sandbox we're already seeing the community stepping up to create some great new maps and gametypes that will offer more variety and longevity to the game down the road.
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Mar 26, 2009

OMM's Top 5 Console Online Multiplayer Shooters

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360 - Halo 3 - OMM's Top 5 Console Online Multiplayer Shooters

OMM's Top 5 Console Online Multiplayer Shooters:

#1 is CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFARE here's why.....
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Mar 25, 2009

IGN GDC 09: Bungie Still Working on Halo 3 Content

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360 - Halo 3 - IGN GDC 09: Bungie Still Working on Halo 3 Content

IGN writes: "At the Game Developer's Conference in San Francisco, Bunige producer Allen Murray gave a talk about the studio's production process, which has gone through a major evolution of late. Formerly a one-project shop, Bungie has changed its approach to facilitate the development of multiple projects simultaneously. That's good news for gamers."
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Mar 23, 2009

Halo 3 Mythic Pack for April 9, Gears 2 Snowblind Pack for March 31

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360 - Halo 3 - Halo 3 Mythic Pack for April 9, Gears 2 Snowblind Pack for March 31

VG247: Microsoft just confirmed that the Gears of War 2 Snowblind Map Pack will release on March 31.

The add-on will be priced 800 MS Points.

In addition, the Halo 3 Mythic Map Pack will release on April 9, as expected, for 800 MS Points.
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Mar 23, 2009

Mythic map pack release date

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360 - Halo 3 - Mythic map pack release date

In the latest of Bungies weekly updates they teased,at the very end, that something was going to happen on...
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Mar 22, 2009

Halo 3 Team Doubles Tournament - ReconLIVE.net

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360 - Halo 3 - Halo 3 Team Doubles Tournament - ReconLIVE.net

This is our second tournament after launching our Halo 3 tournament website, www.ReconLIVE.net! We will be hosting this Double Team tournament on Saturday, March 28th completely free of cost.

First place prize winners will receive two 1600 Microsoft Point cards.

We're trying to build a great new community for Halo 3 tournaments and would love to have anyone and everyone join.

See you soon!
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Mar 21, 2009

Bungie Weekly Update: 03/20/09

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360 - Halo 3 - Bungie Weekly Update: 03/20/09

Bungie writes:

"So how long will these folks be hunkered down, you might ask, looking for any glint of information that might lead you to the retail release date of Halo 3: ODST? Nice try. Fall 2009, friend. But, divorced from any terms that would reveal, remark, or even hint upon a hard and fast release date, we can answer the question on its own merit. How long will they be hunkered down?

Looks like we're ready to wrap up yet another week. If you're heading off to GDC, we hope to see you there. Step on up, shake our hands, but please, no creepy stuff. There's only so much antibacterial to go around at a conference of this size.

If we don't see you there, feel free to hang out around Bungie.net. We'll make sure the standard routine stays in check. You make sure you stay safe and Stay Tuned.

P.S. 04/09/09"
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Mar 20, 2009

Midwest Gaming Classic Happening This Weekend

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360 - Halo 3 - Midwest Gaming Classic Happening This Weekend

Come to Oconomowoc, WI, this weekend and celebrate gaming with events, tournaments and guest speakers. That Gaming Site will be there to cover the event as well as the Drunken Gamers Radio podcast. Follow the link for details.
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Mar 17, 2009

Halo 3 Is Number One Xbox Live Title For Week of March 9th

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360 - Halo 3 - Halo 3 Is Number One Xbox Live Title For Week of March 9th

Xbox 360 Top Live Titles (based on UU's)

1 Halo 3
2 Call of Duty: WaW
3 Call of Duty 4
4 Gears of War 2
5 GTA IV
6 RESIDENT EVIL 5
7 Halo Wars
8 Left 4 Dead
9 FIFA 09
10 STREET FIGHTER IV
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Mar 17, 2009

Halo Wars and Halo 3 combined hardware bundle spotted, snapped

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360 - Halo 3 - Halo Wars and Halo 3 combined hardware bundle spotted, snapped

VG247: One of our magic retail sources just popped through a couple of shots of a new 360 bundle, this one featuring a Pro, Halo Wars and Halo 3 in the same pack. See them after the break.
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Mar 16, 2009

Microsoft to Expand Xbox360 Classics Range

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360 - Halo 3 - Microsoft to Expand Xbox360 Classics Range

Microsoft today announced the expansion of its Classics collection in EMEA to include three blockbuster titles, as it continues its strategy of offering high quality experiences at outstanding value. On 20th March, Halo 3, Mass Effect and Project Gotham Racing 4 will join the elite selection of Xbox360 Classics, with each game available at an Estimated Retail Price (ERP) of just £19.99.
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