An understandably divisive entry in the series that served as Bungie's swansong. A good prequel with an engaging plot following the tragic events leading-into Halo CE with some memorable and powerful moments and setpieces, overall the campaign is great though decidedly more linear and scripted than previous entries as far as gameplay's concerned. The multiplayer is loaded with content and has the best version of Forge arguably to date, though not every new weapon is a winner and armor abilities make some controversial changes to Halo's gameplay formula that can drastically change the way competitive play is approached. Halo Reach is absolutely a good game on its own terms but unless you're starting here I'd say temper your expectations just a bit.