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Whether you’re preparing to drop right in or are wavering outside the enlistment office, this is your basic field guide to Halo 3: ODST.

Jump to a specific answer by clicking on a question below, or view the entire FAQ after the break:

• Is ODST worth $60?
• What’s in the box?
• What’s it like not playing as Master Chief?
• What are the new weapons in ODST?
• Will you show me the Achievements list?

• How many missions are in Campaign?
• What are the collectible Audio Logs, and how many are there?
• Is co-op play supported in Campaign?

• What are the basic rules of Firefight?
• How many missions (or maps) are in Firefight?
• Can I customize my character in Firefight?
• How many skull modifiers are there, and what does each skull do in Firefight?
• Does Firefight support online matchmaking?

• Is there new Halo 3 multiplayer content?
• Do I need to keep downloaded Halo 3 maps on my hard drive?
• Where are the hidden skulls in the new Mythic maps?
• How do I unlock Recon armor for Halo 3 multiplayer?

WARNING: FAQ contains spoilers pertaining to names and descriptive elements of Campaign and Firefight missions, Achievements, and certain hidden/unlockable content.