For all of the Halo fans who were worried about what the franchise would become , you can relax (really, last year's should have eased your concerns anyway). 343 Industries knows what it is doing and the series is in more than capable hands, and Halo 4 has turned out even better than anyone could...

Halo 4 constantly ups the ante in smart, satisfying ways. Everything might've changed under the hood, but 343 did what it set out to do: make a Halo that can stand tall with Bungie's revered classics. That's no mean feat.

Things change A moment comes in Halo 4 when the Master Chief does something we've never, ever seen him do … something I never even thought he could do; The entire universe pivots in that instant.

Things stay the same 343's biggest misstep, if you consider it one, is that it successfully created the next chapter in the Halo saga by sticking to known formulas; In fact, veterans of Halos past will experience déjà vu concurrently and consecutively throughout Halo 4's eight playable levels...

For fans and newbies alike Halo 4 was an exceptional game. Not only did it continue the much loved saga it was also jam full of exceptional graphics and awesome game play.

graphics; game options; online or offline co-op fun; less blood for younger players

there'll always be haters

Halo 4 marks the first entry into Microsoft's blockbuster franchise since the departure of original creators Bungie. Can new developer 343 Industries kick off a new Halo trilogy in style?

Overall, I think that Halo Reach was an incredible addition to the franchise until I played Halo 4. This game is everything you expect it to be and more.

Everything is pretty much a pro; Graphics are amazing, story is intense, and multi-player is addictive

A major flaw is the game's multiplayer game joins; sometimes you join a game that's already in progress with one team losing badly. Other cons include the omission of individual slayer and king of the hill

343 have handled the unenviable task of continuing the Halo franchise with a deft hand, staying true to the established parameters to keep the fans...

Continues Master Chiefs story well; Multi player changes refresh the gameplay; Stunning visuals and sound; Free Spartan Ops DLC

Multiplayer might be tough for newcomers

halo 4 is one of the best multy player gaming experience i hv ever had ... it also includes codes for avatar item downloads and game content downloads ...