Editing Edge

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{{Multiplayer map infobox

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*''[[Halo 3]]'' {{MCCo}}

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'''Edge''' is a multiplayer map originally developed for and intended for inclusion in ''[[Halo Online]]''. In [[Series 7: Elite]], the map was brought into the ''[[Halo 3]]'' component of ''[[Halo: The Master Chief Collection]]''.{{Ref/Site|Id=S6Blog|D=01|M=6|Y=2020|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/forums/243780d3b80b4bb6ac7917a8942286db/topics/mcc-development-flighting-updates/3e3252e1-297a-4590-a7ab-67c133b3d37d/posts?page=4#post69|Site=Halo Waypoint Forums|Page=MCC Development & Flighting Updates|Detail=Post 69}}

 

Edge is a small symmetrical map, consisting of two bases, each with four tunnels leading out of them. These tunnels emerge on either side of the map, in two large rooms, which are essentially reflections of each other.  

 

The backdrop of the map, unlike the layout, is not symmetrical. The map is a Forerunner structure built into a cliffside with a partially exposed interior. Therefore, one side of the map takes place outside while the other takes place farther into the Forerunner structure.

 

File:HTMCC H3 Edge Map.png|The top-down view of the map.

 

 

With the map's inclusion in ''Halo 3'', the selection of weapons and equipment on the map have been reworked to fit the ''Halo 3'' weapon sandbox. Notably, the central rocket launcher has been replaced with an [[overshield]], the energy sword replaced with a sniper rifle and the gravity hammer replaced with a rocket launcher.{{Ref/YouTube|Id=Halo3EdgeOld|I76aWsmdxE0|Why|Halo 3 MCC - New Map Edge Walkthrough|D=08|M=07|Y=2023}}

 

This release changed where a lot of weapons spawned. Notably, there is no longer a central weapon or powerup at all. The big room facing the outside now has the overshield where the sniper rifle used to be and the big room in the interior of the structure still has the rocket launcher. The sniper rifle now appears at the end of the gravity lifts near the bases.

 

 

 

It is also worth noting that the map received some geometry fixes to prevent exploits.{{Ref/Reuse|Halo3EdgeJuneUpdate}}

This map was one of [[:Category:Halo Online multiplayer maps|many multiplayer maps]] developed and intended for inclusion in ''[[Halo Online]]''. The map was included in the game's public release testing alongside [[Diamondback]], [[Reactor (Halo Online map)|Reactor]] and [[Icebox]] (among a few ''Halo 3'' direct ports). The map was originally intended to release in [[Series 6: Raven]] of ''The Master Chief Collection'', added into the game's ''Halo 3'' multiplayer component alongside [[Waterfall]].{{Ref/Reuse|S6Blog}} However, it was ultimately delayed as 343 Industries felt the map needed "fundamental improvements" before being released,{{Ref/Site|URL=https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/forums/243780d3b80b4bb6ac7917a8942286db/topics/mcc-development-flighting-updates/3e3252e1-297a-4590-a7ab-67c133b3d37d/posts?page=4#post72|Site=Halo Waypoint Forums|Page=MCC Development & Flighting Updates|Detail=Page 4, Post 72|D=05|M=3|Y=2021}} with the map being added to ''The Master Chief Collection'' as part of Season 7: Elite on [[2021 (real world)|June 23, 2021]].

This map features Constructors that can be found in the interior big room, flying in a straight line in groups. They are capable of being destroyed.

File:Edgemiddle.jpg|A view of the central area.

File:Edgeside1.jpg|A view of the data archive from a player's HUD.

File:Halo Online - screenshot.jpg|A view of the exterior platform from a player's HUD.

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