In a frightening future, the whole of humanity faces a new enemy of warlike creatures that have risen from the depths of the earth. As the Locust Horde marches forth to dominate the planet, you'll take on the role of Marcus Fenix, a former war hero who has his own internal demons to contend with. Now, as he faces his most dangerous enemy yet, he must learn to lay his past to rest and lead a troop of soldiers to victory. In this epic tale of blood and glory, the whole fate of humankind rests on his shoulders alone. You must help him fight through horrifying scenarios that will require every ounce of determination, intelligence and bravery.With realistic environments rendered in stunning detail, you will be immersed in a living, dynamic world governed by the laws of physics. You'll be able to utilize the game's interactive environment to turn ordinary objects and natural elements into the tools of war as you make your way across battlefields riddled with enemy gunfire. Learn to wield a massive arsenal of weapons designed to give you the power you need to succeed against your foes. Advanced artificial intelligence means the soldiers you command are nearly indistinguishable from human players for exceptional in-game combat support. Multiplayer options abound via Xbox Live capabilities that help you take your online gameplay to the next level. This exciting game delivers next-generation gaming to the next-generation console of the Xbox 360 for intense action that will have you coming back for more.