Halo 3 is a first-person shooter video game developed by Bungie and released in 2007 as part of the Halo franchise. It continues the story of the super-soldier Master Chief as he battles against the alien alliance known as the Covenant and the parasitic Flood. The game features both a single-player campaign and a robust multiplayer mode. The gameplay includes a variety of weapons, vehicles, and abilities, allowing players to engage in combat in diverse environments. Halo 3 introduced new gameplay elements, such as the Forge mode, which enables players to create and customize their own maps. The game received critical acclaim for its graphics, gameplay mechanics, and engaging storyline.