Halo 3, the final chapter of Microsoft’s epic video game trilogy, finally has gone on sale around the world. By the end of the week, fans in 37 countries will be playing the game. In the United States, more than 10,000 retailers across the country stayed open at midnight solely to sell copies of the game and accompanying Xbox 360 consoles and accessories. Day-one sales of the highly anticipated video game are expected to pass entertainment sales records and top the biggest entertainment launches of all time, including the blockbuster Spider-Man 3.
“The excitement and demand for Halo 3 has transcended a typical video game release and we’re preparing dedicated registers for its midnight release in our 24-hour stores,” said Darin Dickson, video game merchandise buyer, Wal-Mart. “It’s clear that this is one of the most anticipated games of the year and that 12:01 am Sept. 25 will be a memorable moment for thousands of gamers.”
The conclusion of Halo 2 left unanswered questions around the fates of the beloved protagonist Master Chief and his artificial intelligence sidekick Cortana as they struggle to save humankind from destruction at the hands of the alien coalition known as the Covenant. The legions of dedicated fans lining the streets tonight are waiting for the chance to be among the first to own the coveted final chapter in the Halo trilogy and unearth the well-kept secrets of the storyline. Game Freaks 365 will have a review sometime this week.
