Halo 3 ODST Guide Multiplayer Multiplayer Maps
High Ground
High Ground
A relic of older conflicts, this base was reactivated after the New Mombasa Slipspace Event.
DATA STREAM
Recommended Game Variants:
- Slayer
- One Flag
- One Bomb
- Territories
- Team BRs
Number of Players:
- Recommended: 4-12
- Maximum: 12
Advantageous Equipment:
- Spartan Laser
- Sniper Rifle
- Rocket Launcher
- Machinegun Turret
- Ghost
Available Equipment & Gear Respawn Times
| Slow | Fast |
|---|---|
| 1/5 | 5/5 |
Weapons
| Weapon | Speed |
|---|---|
| Battle Rifle | 4/5 |
| Brute Shot | 1/5 |
| Carbine | 4/5 |
| Grenade, Spike | 5/5 |
| Mauler | 4/5 |
| Machinegun Turret | 1/5 |
| Needler | 3/5 |
| Plasma Pistol | 3/5 |
| Rocket Launcher | 1/5 |
| Shotgun | 2/5 |
| Sniper Rifle | 2/5 |
| Spartan Laser | 1/5 |
| Spiker | 4/5 |
Vehicles
| Vehicle | Speed |
|---|---|
| Ghost | 1/5 |
| Mongoose | 5/5 |
Equipment
| Equipment | Speed |
|---|---|
| Active Camo | 1/5 |
| Bubble Shield | 2/5 |
| Grav Lift | 2/5 |
| Overshield | 1/5 |
| Power Drain | 1/5 |
Call-out Locations
Garage
Other names: Hangar
The Mongoose and Ghost spawn in this open area. This is one of the primary spawns when you first start the game.
Computer Room
Other names: Flag Room
This room has three openings, where the flag spawns and where you arm the bomb. You are vulnerable in this spot, as there is nowhere to take cover.
Back Bridge
Other names:
Small Bridge
This very short bridge is one way to get from the Computer Room to the Pipe Room.
Laser Tower
Other names:
Laser Spawn, Crow’s Nest
This is where the Laser spawns. You are vulnerable here, but this position is the highest area on the map, giving you a great view of the entire map.
Turret Bridge
Other names:
Base Bridge
This is where the Turret is located, right above the gate. A walkway connects Laser Tower to Camo Cave.
Gate
Other names:
Main Gate, Main Door
This gate is located right below the Turret. Depending on the game type you choose, the gate may be closed or open. If the gate is closed, open it with the lever or switch located on your right at the top of a small flight of stairs. You cannot close the gate once it is open.
Pipe Room
Other names:
Tunnel Room
A small room with a pipe inside that gives you easy but slow access to outside the base.
Bottom Base
Other names:
Under Laser
Located right below the Laser Tower, the Bottom Base has many entrances. There are fusion coils placed inside the base, so beware.
Bunker
Other names:
N/A
The Bunker has windows and multiple entrances. Usually the majority of fighting takes place here. The Bunker has a flat surface above it known as Top Bunker; there’s a small hatch up here that allows stealthy entry to the Bunker.
Grav Lift Cave
Other names:
N/A
This cave is where the Grav Lift is located. It is open and has no cover.
Camo Cave
Other names:
Invis Cave
Camo, or “invis,” spawns in this cave.
Rocket Spawn
Other names:
N/A
Rockets spawn in this broken wall located out in the open. Everyone rushes this area in the beginning of the game, because Rockets are one of the primary power weapons.
Sniper Cave
Other names:
N/A
Sniper Cave is usually the most popular cave, as it is on high ground and the Sniper Rifle—which is one of the power weapons—spawns here.
Beach
Other names:
N/A
The Beach is an open area that is one of the primary spawning locations in the beginning of the game. The Ghost and Mongoose spawn in this area as well.
OS Spawn
Other names:
Cliff Side, Mountain Path
OS Spawn is one of the most elevated areas. The Overshield—one of the power weapons—spawns in this area. Also, this location is one of the primary spawn points in the beginning of the game.
Tactical Knowledge
Be careful on the Laser Tower, as it is somewhat vulnerable. There are also some fusion coils stacked on one side of it.
Once you take control of the Laser Tower, you have a great advantage: There are two Ghosts on the map that you can easily laser from this location, and you have a great view of the entire map.
In team play, spawning at the beach gives your team the advantage of the Sniper Rifle. Have one person acquire the Sniper Rifle and move up through Sniper Cave, attempting to take out your enemy in the crow’s nest. No doubt they’ll be trying to counter your attack with the Laser.
Have another team member follow the sniper and acquire the Rockets, then push toward the Active Camo. Take out the opposition positioned on the bridge—Rockets allow you to kill multiple opponents and destroy the Bridge Turret. Other teammates can then use this distraction to enter through the Bunker and get behind enemy lines and eliminate the other team.
If spawning in the base, two teammates should head to the crow’s nest and acquire the Spartan Laser to take out any enemy vehicles that might attempt to rush for Active Camo and Rockets.
The other team should hold down the base at Mauler and Bottom Bunker, with another guarding the bridge.
Enhanced Knowledge
One Bomb/One Flag
When playing One Bomb or One Flag, you must try to kill your opponents before arming the bomb or taking the flag; there are so many available weapons and sniper points that you’ll always be vulnerable if you leave enemies alive.
If you can get access to the Turret Bridge, there is a device that allows you to open the gate. From there, you have a faster route to arm the bomb or steal the flag.
Advanced Tactics
Whether you spawn with a Battle Rifle or the Assault Rifle, depending on the game, it’s best to have a secondary weapon. High Ground is an open map, so it is wise to have a long-range weapon at all times.
The Ghost can play a major role on High Ground. There are two located on opposite ends of the map. You can easily use this to help your teammates gain control of the power weapons or you can go for the quick kill.
Sniping & Ambush Locations
Sniper Position 1
Facing the base from the beach, this darkened ledge is on your immediate left. You have a great view of the map from here. Snipers love to grab the nearby Overshield and pick off players throughout the map.
Sniper Position 2
This is another easy-to-miss ledge on the right. You can jump on the ledge once you grab the Sniper Rifle, which is located right in front of Sniper Cave. Also, look for snipers behind the small wall and in the tree.
Sniper Position 3
The pipe is a good position for the sniper. It is easy to hide here, where players cannot spot you, and you have an open view of the map. Be careful, though, as someone can easily Grenade you out or come from behind and melee you.
Ambush Position 1:
Laser Tower
When the opposing team has control over Laser Tower, it is very important to work as a team to gain control of this location. Coming from the beach side, two teammates can head directly to Bunker side and come up from under the opponent, while the others get the Grav Lift and Camo. Once all players are in position, they should attack to break this setup. Killing two or more enemies is a success, because this makes them lose control of Laser Tower.
Ambush Position 2
While playing One Bomb or One Flag, it is key to get the Camo and Rockets before pushing in for the objective. Once gaining control of these items, send the team (in twos) through Bunker side and Pipe Room. Sending one player through the Pipe Tunnel can give you a sneaky attack. Once the player has successfully made it through the Pipe Room, all other teammates can then push together. You must eliminate the other team before planting the bomb or grabbing the flag.