Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary

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  1. TimeVictim
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    If you're a fan of Halo, you know what you're in for. Anniversary keeps the original gameplay but makes many improvements with graphics and sound. The game is beautiful. The amount of color in this game leaves Reach looking greyscaled. The inclusion of skulls and terminals adds more replayability and adds to the Halo universe. Solid 10
  2. jalx
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    What can i say, well, sorry for my english xD
    I can't understand why the sites are given such a low note, the game is a remake, and like one, is a excelent remake!! I like Halo saga, i played the first halo, and i´m very happy with this, call it homesickness, i don't care
    Metacritic is not like before vv'
  3. ATon2
    Nov 24, 2011
    10
    Great Game YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH GO HALO!
  4. FizzMo
    Nov 26, 2011
    9
    I don't think enough is being said about the incredible 3D experience 343 has turned this into. Not only is this an HD remake of the classic Halo, the 3D experience is truly amazing. Giving this 9 for not messing with the classic game, and adding a ton of bonuses. This is worth buying a 3D TV for.
  5. InsaneMcFries
    Nov 29, 2011
    8
    Halo CE Anniversary delivers a fresh coat of paint to the original Halo CE which provides a refreshing graphical quality while allowing nostalgic fans the ability to enjoy their original campaign untouched. The option to seamlessly change between classic and remastered graphics is a fun experience, although the classic graphics are noticeably darker in comparison. The absence of skulls andHalo CE Anniversary delivers a fresh coat of paint to the original Halo CE which provides a refreshing graphical quality while allowing nostalgic fans the ability to enjoy their original campaign untouched. The option to seamlessly change between classic and remastered graphics is a fun experience, although the classic graphics are noticeably darker in comparison. The absence of skulls and terminals in the classic graphics is a let-down, although switching is easy, but it can disrupt the flow of classic play.
    The multiplayer add-on was disappointing, the option for classic multiplayer should have been an obvious addition, but we are left with a non-exclusive reach map pack that contains only 6 remastered maps. The netcode for xbox live campaign play is disappointing and should have been altered if only to allow client-side aiming at the least. The addition of terminals adds a fun experience to the game and hints to Halo 4. The skulls included are fun, but the ease of achievements due to the Bandanna skull is disappointing. Overall, the game is a well-pieced reskin, and easily creates nostalgia and fun after easing into the campaign. The multiplayer is disappointing.    … Expand
  6. Jerjef
    Dec 8, 2011
    8
    I have to say this remake of arguably the best FPS ever made has it's good and bad points. The campaign is still dynamite because frankly it wasn't touched aside from the new cut scenes which were changed to fit the continuity with Halo: Reach, which is kinda cool. The new graphics, sound, and musical score by themselves would garner a 10. Also the addition of skulls and terminals, whichI have to say this remake of arguably the best FPS ever made has it's good and bad points. The campaign is still dynamite because frankly it wasn't touched aside from the new cut scenes which were changed to fit the continuity with Halo: Reach, which is kinda cool. The new graphics, sound, and musical score by themselves would garner a 10. Also the addition of skulls and terminals, which are ALOT better than the terminals from Halo 3, really jack up the replayability of the campaign. I mean there's nothing funner than turning on the BOOM, Pinata, Grunt Funeral, Grunt Birthday Party, and Bandana skulls and going on a rampage. Simple put, everything we dreamed for when we spent hours on end playing CE 10 years ago has come true. And at $40, spot on guys.

    That being said, with the good comes the bad. First off the framerate issues if you don't install the game to the hard drive. Seriously WTF? Oh yeah Skyrim runs fine, but a remade 10 year old game has issues? Also why no love for the original multiplayer? I know it was unbalanced, but damn was it ever fun. Lastly the online campaign LAAAAAAGGGGGG!!!!! Man does it ever suck. Just like the framerate issue, why does this game have to run so poorly with online coop. Seriously, walk over to Bungie studios and if you ask nicely they might give you their netcode. Maybe.    … Expand
  7. BRINEY360
    Dec 8, 2011
    10
    Very long waiting for this game, it is the best in the entire series HALO, now in my collection of seven games in this series, too bad Microsoft has decided not to release the legendary
  8. HellzAssassin
    Nov 29, 2014
    8
    Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary is the graphical remake of the original game for the Xbox. There were only a few things I didn't like about this game: In the game, you can switch back and forth between the original graphics and the remastered version. At certain points in the game, I noticed that the lighting looked better in the original version. I also noticed that the frame rate isn'tHalo: Combat Evolved Anniversary is the graphical remake of the original game for the Xbox. There were only a few things I didn't like about this game: In the game, you can switch back and forth between the original graphics and the remastered version. At certain points in the game, I noticed that the lighting looked better in the original version. I also noticed that the frame rate isn't very good in the graphical remake. (It looked as if it fluctuated from 30fps to less, and never higher.) Another thing I found disappointing was that there was no online multiplayer. I don't even think you could revisit the old maps from the original game. The only online multiplayer was Halo: Reach's multiplayer, and the maps were pretty limited. But bad things aside, the game is absolutely fantastic. If this game didn't have the problems I mentioned before, this would easily be a 10/10 for me. The story is the same, the voice acting is the same, the gameplay is the same; it's all the same as the original game, but with a few problems. The graphical remake is beautiful, and does the game much good. If you never played the original game, this game is a must buy.… Expand
  9. chinesephoneme
    Mar 18, 2013
    8
    It is a great remake. The graphic is really good for a xbox360 game-the visual effect is pretty, the texture is smooth, the aliasing is barely seen and good enough for a xbox360 game! Actually I have played the original combat evolved on old xbox console, it was amazing, but I only finish 80% of the campaign, which I regret a lot after xbox being outdated. The remake of this game give me aIt is a great remake. The graphic is really good for a xbox360 game-the visual effect is pretty, the texture is smooth, the aliasing is barely seen and good enough for a xbox360 game! Actually I have played the original combat evolved on old xbox console, it was amazing, but I only finish 80% of the campaign, which I regret a lot after xbox being outdated. The remake of this game give me a chance to finish this masterpiece without feeling the graphics being outdated. I would probably give the original game a 10 out of 10, if I finished it earlier. Another great thing about this remake is that you can switch between the original graphic and the new graphic, which gives you a chance to feel how the game is changed in the new remake. It is probably the standard of remaking a classic. The only thing I don't like is the price, if it is a little bit cheaper, I would give it a 10 out of 10.… Expand
  10. potatoes351
    Aug 14, 2012
    9
    Halo:CE is 10 years old and it still manages to smash the competition into the ground. Nothing is changed from the original in terms of gameplay, nothing added nothing removed. The graphics have been majorly updated to 2011 standards and includes 1080p HD visuals and even 3D support. Skulls and terminals have been added and just make the experience better. Not only is all this included butHalo:CE is 10 years old and it still manages to smash the competition into the ground. Nothing is changed from the original in terms of gameplay, nothing added nothing removed. The graphics have been majorly updated to 2011 standards and includes 1080p HD visuals and even 3D support. Skulls and terminals have been added and just make the experience better. Not only is all this included but for people who haven't played the original or people looking for nostalgic quality you can instantly switch between the old graphics and the new ones with the touch of a button. Halo:CE is a testament to the greatest console FPS of all time, bringing it to the modern day despite some ageing gameplay mechanics.… Expand
  11. watithink123
    Aug 5, 2012
    8
    Halo has been a big part of my life and it was sad to see Bungie go. When heard that 343 was taking over Bungies place I was worried. But 343 proved me wrong. Halo CE campaign is back with better graphics and in HD. Multiplayer remakes of maps from halo CE and I think a few from Halo 2. This game is giving me hope for 343 to deliver what bungie deliverd to us. The only problem with thisHalo has been a big part of my life and it was sad to see Bungie go. When heard that 343 was taking over Bungies place I was worried. But 343 proved me wrong. Halo CE campaign is back with better graphics and in HD. Multiplayer remakes of maps from halo CE and I think a few from Halo 2. This game is giving me hope for 343 to deliver what bungie deliverd to us. The only problem with this game is its like buying the same game but with better graphics,but its still a great game. Halo; Combat Evolved Anniversary 8.8/10… Expand
  12. Wpnfire
    Jul 31, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the greatest things ever created. No matter how many sequels Bungie decides to make, NOTHING can ever be as good as the original. Who's with me? HOO-RAH! It's so much fun to return to the tried-and-true method of slaughtering your foes with the MA5B, frag grenades, and a melee. And who can forget Assault on the Control Room, where you make use of every piece of machinery imaginable to finish the level: Scorpion Tanks, Sniper Rifles, Rocket Launchers! After playing Hallway-rail-shooters for years and years, (i.e. CoD, don't get me wrong, they're fun, but I'm tired of being told where to go and being completely limited in what I can do) it's good to return to flying Banshees and blowing those hunters away with a tank. The multiplayer is the same thing as Reach, so that's unfortunate, but whatever, playing the campaign with the newly-added skulls and split-screen co-op is more than enough to keep me going! I grew up in the dark ages with non-wireless internet, so whatever. This game beats Halo 2 and 3 over the head with a stick in my mind. Just give me an MA5B, and I'm a happy man.… Expand
  13. y2jarmyofficial
    Nov 1, 2012
    8
    this is a perfect title for new comers for halo,this is my first time playing the first game and it was great to see it all happen,new graphics with multiplayer added
  14. Iky009
    Jan 4, 2019
    8
    Um dos games mais prestigiosos e inovadores de todos todos os tempos, Halo: CE foi um marco para a industria na época, hoje pode não parecer grande coisa, mas seu enredo, seu protagonista e gameplay frenético ( tirando o maldito Warthog ) garantiram seu sucesso, que ainda perdura, e assim, cravando seu nome na história, como um dos melhores jogos de todos os tempos.
  15. H360
    May 15, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If you can approach the experience with an open mind and are willing to take a few frustrating old-school design choices, and you're fine with a 'best of' map pack versus a full redo, then this is a great way to bide the time before Halo 4.… Expand
  16. nightsharks23
    Mar 1, 2013
    8
    Shortly after I bought Halo 4, I went to Gamestop and bought Halo Anniversary. The game was pretty good and it is nice to see the start of the Halo Universe. The new graphics are a welcome addition and it is really cool to press the back button on your Xbox controller to see the original Halo graphics. Looking at the old graphics, I find it so amazing that graphics back in the day wereShortly after I bought Halo 4, I went to Gamestop and bought Halo Anniversary. The game was pretty good and it is nice to see the start of the Halo Universe. The new graphics are a welcome addition and it is really cool to press the back button on your Xbox controller to see the original Halo graphics. Looking at the old graphics, I find it so amazing that graphics back in the day were state of the art and it seemed that graphics cannot be any better than that. Fast forwarding to today, the graphics seem almost crappy. Although the graphics are great, it doesn't make Halo Anniversary good it's all about the gameplay and the story. Just a little heads up, I have only now gotten into the Halo story so my understanding of Halo is very limited. You play as a super solider named Master Chief and your job is to stop the Covenant and trying to destroy the Halo rings. There are many things you can explore during the campaign and many achievements you can find. The characters are very interesting, Sgt. Johnson is hilarious, Cortana is nice to help you out, and you will meet many other characters during the campaign. I highly encourage to buy this game and if you are new to Halo, start off with this game. It will help you get into the Halo universe.… Expand
  17. brockcheese
    Jan 8, 2015
    8
    As someone who has never played Halo before, this game is an experience. While the controls seem a bit dated, compared to other FPS games (even from the same franchise), the graphics are great and the story intense. Running around picking up ammo, while shooting aliens with guns and grenades just feels awesome. The levels are designed really well. They are made in such a way that the gameAs someone who has never played Halo before, this game is an experience. While the controls seem a bit dated, compared to other FPS games (even from the same franchise), the graphics are great and the story intense. Running around picking up ammo, while shooting aliens with guns and grenades just feels awesome. The levels are designed really well. They are made in such a way that the game feels straight forward, yet non-linear. One major problem with the game though is the constant running around and backtracking. I got lost so many times that it ended up frustrating me. Overall, a very good game that is fun to play alone or in co-op mode.… Expand
  18. savagejoe444
    May 26, 2013
    9
    This makeover of the 2001 classic is definitely a must buy for all Halo fans and new comers alike! Though 343 could have added Energy Swords and dual wielding to it, but that just shows 343's love for the classic shooter that put Xbox on the map!
  19. iddqd4
    Mar 19, 2018
    9
    Обновили графику, не трогая геймплей, так как он до сих пор эталон и играется более чем хорошо.
  20. FreedomFighters
    May 8, 2018
    8
    Let's face it, if you've ever played on an Xbox console, you've most likely played a "Halo" game. The first installment in the series, "Halo: Combat Evolved" was arguably one of the original Xbox's most important titles, and it's often called one of the most revolutionary first-person shooter games of all time. Now, I personally didn't get to really play a "Halo" game until getting my XboxLet's face it, if you've ever played on an Xbox console, you've most likely played a "Halo" game. The first installment in the series, "Halo: Combat Evolved" was arguably one of the original Xbox's most important titles, and it's often called one of the most revolutionary first-person shooter games of all time. Now, I personally didn't get to really play a "Halo" game until getting my Xbox One, which came with "Halo: The Master Chief Collection" right out of the box, but I'm pretty glad I finally got to play this game after so much time, because it's pretty great!
    It's honestly a wonder that "Halo: Combat Evolved" still generally plays pretty well after so many years: the shooting controls are still generally fluid, the campaign as a whole is very thrilling and exciting, and the enemy AI remains very smart. Hell, I played the game on the "Easy" difficult (because I'm an easy-going gamer), and the game still provided plenty of challenge. That's a sign the game is doing something right. On top of that, the game's very grand, epic story and memorable characters like Master Chief and Cortana serve as proof that a first-person shooter can really have a rich, beautiful story, which is something i can appreciate. And from a visual/sonic perspective, this anniversary edition gives the game a pretty gorgeous HD facelift, the music remains very beautiful, and getting to toggle the graphics between the remastered and original graphics is pretty enjoyable as well.
    All of this said, however, I don't think I can say with a straight face in 2018 that this game would stand as one of the greatest games I've ever played, because all things considered, there are several things about the game that haven't aged very well and are therefore frustrating. For starters, the level design starts to get a bit bland after a while, and in fact, there were several points where I felt like I was playing the same level again and again. On top of that, many of the levels are very big without giving extremely clear instructions as to where to go, so it's a bit too easy to get lost amidst these vast landscapes. Furthermore, the game's vehicles don't really control so well, which makes the final mission in the game (where you control the Warthog, a ground vehicle that is very bulky and easy to flip) damn near impossible to complete. All of these seemingly minor things only add up to hold the game back from really being one of my personal favorites.
    Flaws and all, however, "Halo: Combat Evolved" still remains a pretty great FPS game. Even playing it now on the Xbox One, 17 years after its initial release, it's plain to see that it still has plenty of great things to offer and that, frustrations and all, it's still a game you should certainly play.
    Final rating: 8 out of 10 "Great"    … Expand
  21. FloodSlayer
    Nov 11, 2013
    8
    Great way to relive Halo CE's campaing in both updated & classic graphics. I love the ability to change the graphics while I'm playing the game to see how much different everything looks. But unfortunatley I would of gave this a 9 or 10 if the multiplayer was not Halo Reach.
  22. Tonster911
    Dec 7, 2013
    9
    A terrific remake to a terrific game (for its time anyway). The old problems are gone (minus the grenades basically having the same blast radius and damage as a rocket). The fact that you could switch the way the game looks is the best part of the experience for those new to the series.
  23. HoldDAfort
    Dec 28, 2014
    9
    Top 3 all time best when coming to the best bang for your money.. 343 could have just sat back and given us a polished 4 + game in one throwback turd... they didn't, instead, they given us something truly special and a tiny taste of exactly what these newest next gen counsels can do, proving to me anyway, that they do care when it comes to this franchise... can't wait for halo 5!!!
  24. flametail23
    Dec 9, 2014
    9
    Halo Anniversary is the remastering of Halo 1. You can now switch between the Xbox graphics and the 360 graphics almost seamlessly. It also adds reach's multiplayer into the mix which is always a good thing.

    Verdict:
    The same game but with multiplayer.
    9/10
  25. jelikey
    Sep 8, 2015
    8
    i met first this halo series in this game Halo : Combat evolved anniversary. this game is not common shooter game. it has it's own special interesting.
  26. Termin8ter
    Feb 21, 2016
    9
    Halo CE Anniversary is the first Halo title to come from 343 Industries, Halo's new curators. CE Anniversary is a very well designed and produced game, and a great remaster. The new graphics look spectacular and amazing. And you can instantly switch between the 2001 original graphics, or the 2011 coat of paint. When you switch to 2011 graphics, however, there are a few changes to the game.Halo CE Anniversary is the first Halo title to come from 343 Industries, Halo's new curators. CE Anniversary is a very well designed and produced game, and a great remaster. The new graphics look spectacular and amazing. And you can instantly switch between the 2001 original graphics, or the 2011 coat of paint. When you switch to 2011 graphics, however, there are a few changes to the game. The Grunt and Elite designs are now the Halo Reach versions, and the game now runs on Halo Reach's engine. The multiplayer in Anniversary is pretty much Halo Reach multiplayer, except you can only play on a certain amount of maps that this game gives you. Why couldn't 343 just recreate CE's multiplayer, but make it online? That would have been great! But no, 343 decided to play it safe. You can buy this game along with the MCC, but I wouldn't recommend buying this game on the 360, the experience isn't as good.… Expand
  27. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    10
    Maybe the best FPS I've ever played. Everything about this game is excellent and fun. The music, the world, the combat was all top notch. The Library was a bit annoying, but nothing big at all.
  28. gameguardian21
    Jul 29, 2016
    9
    The original combat evolved was a huge accomplishment as it started what would be considered to be one of the best video game franchisees of all time. It had a great campaign, multiplayer, and gameplay which would make it a true xbox launch title. Now that its been ten years back in combat evolved anniversary, it's a pleasure to go back and play a instant classic, but the anniversary isn'tThe original combat evolved was a huge accomplishment as it started what would be considered to be one of the best video game franchisees of all time. It had a great campaign, multiplayer, and gameplay which would make it a true xbox launch title. Now that its been ten years back in combat evolved anniversary, it's a pleasure to go back and play a instant classic, but the anniversary isn't as good as the original for a few reasons. One would be the multiplayer. The multiplayer is good, but I was disappointed by it not being the original multiplayer that everybody loved from 2001. Besides that, I enjoyed playing the single player campaign again, with updated graphics that really shine, but not jaw-drop though. Overall, I would recommend this remaster of a pretty good game.… Expand
  29. Ludsy
    Feb 14, 2016
    8
    Over all it was 8/10 for me because they really gave you the freedom to use whatever weapon you wanted without crippling the game which is hard to do and was very well executed. ALTHOUGH, it's completely unacceptable for the whole **** flood part to take up two tenths of the whole game! 2 missions, so a total of 10 chapters were all the exact same thing. And the worst part about that, wasOver all it was 8/10 for me because they really gave you the freedom to use whatever weapon you wanted without crippling the game which is hard to do and was very well executed. ALTHOUGH, it's completely unacceptable for the whole **** flood part to take up two tenths of the whole game! 2 missions, so a total of 10 chapters were all the exact same thing. And the worst part about that, was that it wasn't even fun to begin with. Ever since the flood gets introduced and then the Monitor brings you into that forrunner building, it was the same 5 waves of flood for ever corner, and then there's 4 corners in a hallway... AND THEN there's an elevator at the end of every hall way AND THEN AGAIN there's 4 elevators meaning you have to do it 4 **** TIMES, IT'S JUST A WASTE OF TIME! Enough of that though. The saving system was not very well ported over, you could tell that the computer version would have had a much more convenient saving system but instead you just HAD to add you dumb checkpoints and force them to be your restart point, which made the game much longer than it needed to be. And now for story wise. The story had many many great ideas but the way they were created in the game didn't come out quite as good as it could have. The cinematics were really good but transferring the ideas that they came up with in writing, to game mechanics was not always very well executed. And a side note: Why the **** are all the weapons seen throughout the whole game except the shotgun? Why does the shotgun just suddenly show up at the end of the game and then become only a generally good gun. You'd think that if they're gonna save it till the end it would be because it's freaking sick but now, it was fine. About as useful as the Assault Rifle but not amazing or anything.… Expand
  30. rdsBR
    Feb 21, 2016
    9
    Muito Bom.
    Gostei do remaster , novas texturas,efeitos,cores... , possibilidade de jogar o modo clássico e ver um outro clima que o jogo mostra.
    Não vi grandes diferenças no áudio, apenas uma conversão para 5.1 .
    Ao jogar esse jogo vemos como halo 3,4 poderia ter evoluído na questão grandiosidade de mapa .
  31. Blindpilot20
    Jan 23, 2017
    9
    A piece of gaming history that no one should pass up. Interesting characters, good gun play, fun campaign with co-op, and excellent multiplayer. Easily one of the best in the series.
  32. eva3si0n
    Dec 19, 2018
    8
    Excellent remake of the first part of a cult series. In due time I just passed this series therefore got acquainted with it only when there was Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Surprisingly the gameplay of a game of 2001 does not seem outdate in 2018. I don't even know that players in 2001 from such gameplay felt. Not all shooters of class B in 2018 have such gameplay of shooter. TheExcellent remake of the first part of a cult series. In due time I just passed this series therefore got acquainted with it only when there was Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Surprisingly the gameplay of a game of 2001 does not seem outdate in 2018. I don't even know that players in 2001 from such gameplay felt. Not all shooters of class B in 2018 have such gameplay of shooter. The plot of course seems simple and banal, but nevertheless play Halo not for the sake of it? An opportunity at any moment of the game to switch between original graphics and a remaster just excellent. A fine illustration of how it is necessary to do remaster. The soundtrack and perfectly sounds today, the header subject for a long time will remain in memory. To shortcomings unless that I can refer "inconvenient" management in 2018, especially transport. Well and mob can sometimes be up very much to standard that can be forgotten where you go and what are you doing. But besides for 2001 it is norm.… Expand
  33. FeerFrikazus
    Apr 28, 2017
    9
    Me gusto mucho, fue el primer juego de HALO que jugué y me pareció increíble, hay que prestar mucha atención para entender la historia, la variedad de armas esta bien igual que la de enemigos, el control del personaje es bueno pero el del vehículo no, la dificultad esta bien así como la duración del juego.
    Lo recomiendo
  34. argipent
    Jan 28, 2020
    9
    Halo: Combat Evolved by Bungie redefined the FPS genre once and for all. From its cutting-edge graphics and remarkable animations, down to the action-packed campaign—build upon one of the smartest A.I. systems of the time—and the thrill-giving multiplayer that System Link made possible.
  35. TheCatalyst
    Jul 31, 2018
    10
    I had played the original campaign on the original Xbox, but I got the Master Chief Collection on the Xbox One and never got a chance to play the anniversary of Combat Evolved. It still holds up. The mission variety and the pacing changes from mission to mission. Yes, you backtrack through some levels, but the way its changed because of the release of the flood makes it different andI had played the original campaign on the original Xbox, but I got the Master Chief Collection on the Xbox One and never got a chance to play the anniversary of Combat Evolved. It still holds up. The mission variety and the pacing changes from mission to mission. Yes, you backtrack through some levels, but the way its changed because of the release of the flood makes it different and exciting to see the differences. Yes, library level is still hard and a bit annoying wasn't as long as I remember. Punching Keyes in the face to get his ID, still awesome.
    The care they put into being able to switch back and forth between the original visuals and the new with a single button press is wonderful. I compared them with each stunning vista I could find. 343 took care with this one and it can be seen. This is still one of my favorite shooters to date. It's slower, it has some old mechanics, but dang is it still a blast to play.
    And that's not even talking about the multiplayer...woofta, lots of fun to be had with this one.    … Expand
  36. PedroRC19
    Oct 3, 2018
    8
    Um bom jogo nada além disso, a microsoft merece os parabéns por esse remake sensacional.
  37. PalpetineSheev
    Mar 20, 2020
    9
    Now this is how you do a remake of a game! I captures everything that made the original such a masterpiece while adding a new paint job to it all.
  38. MauryEdson
    Feb 26, 2020
    9
    otimo jogo, o primeiro fps que gostei, vale muito a pena, classico demais, ansioso pelo novo
  39. Rubiales
    Apr 15, 2020
    9
    A modern version of a legend, a classic masterpiece videogame that starts the Halo franchise and the beginning of Master Chief, that incredible supersoldier that will crush the Covenant forever.
  40. Shimmeywill
    Feb 19, 2020
    9
    Visually stunning remake for one of the greatest games but with mediocre console performance.
  41. MrViews
    Dec 22, 2019
    8
    Halo: Combat Evolved was Bungie's first edition to the iconic halo franchise that revolutionised gaming as we know it, and 343's reboot made it even better. With new features, a better look and the ability to change between classic and anniversary graphics at the push of a button.
    It offers well balanced and dynamic gameplay, with advanced A.I that can react to anything you do, allowing    Halo: Combat Evolved was Bungie's first edition to the iconic halo franchise that revolutionised gaming as we know it, and 343's reboot made it even better. With new features, a better look and the ability to change between classic and anniversary graphics at the push of a button.
    It offers well balanced and dynamic gameplay, with advanced A.I that can react to anything you do, allowing levels to feel more like small open world games(which tend to get you lost though), all supported by the epic music that makes you feel downright bad*ss. Halo forces the players to adapt to problems that the Master Chief faces on his journey to save life in the galaxy, as they have to tackle them in different ways each time, the player will, over time notice each enemy's weakness, helpful features that vehicles or weapons have, or a better way to traverse the map.
    343 payed huge respect to Bungie when developing this game, keeping the gameplay the same way that we knew and loved all those years ago, while DRASTICALLY improving the aesthetic, instead of making it HD and calling it a day.
    The storyline, like all other parts of this masterpiece, is incredible, explaining every relevent detail while leaving some to remain a mystery, it has twists at just the right places, close calls that leave you biting your nails (without being overused), and is pretty much devoid of plotholes.

    This is an excellent reboot of a game worthy of it's title.    … Expand
  42. Dylan117
    Jan 6, 2020
    8
    My first halo game. So fun. Level design is perfect. New HD graphics adds to the original masterpiece. Although sometimes lighting can look too bright compared to the original, and the libary is not an enjoyable mission in the slightest. Couldn't put this game down. Looking forward to starting Halo 2. A con is I didn't like the way the multiplayer as handled why not remaster the originalMy first halo game. So fun. Level design is perfect. New HD graphics adds to the original masterpiece. Although sometimes lighting can look too bright compared to the original, and the libary is not an enjoyable mission in the slightest. Couldn't put this game down. Looking forward to starting Halo 2. A con is I didn't like the way the multiplayer as handled why not remaster the original instead of recycling Reach? Also I feel there are too many recycled areas in the campaign.… Expand
  43. UnbiasXboxGamer
    May 26, 2020
    10
    Played it through MCC during quarantine right after playing Halo Reach. I had pretty high expectations and didn't know what to expect from the story as before playing Halo Reach I had never played Halo before. My expectations were blown away, the story was much better than I expected, the characters, Master Chief and Cortana are really well written and likeable, as well as Sergeant JohnsonPlayed it through MCC during quarantine right after playing Halo Reach. I had pretty high expectations and didn't know what to expect from the story as before playing Halo Reach I had never played Halo before. My expectations were blown away, the story was much better than I expected, the characters, Master Chief and Cortana are really well written and likeable, as well as Sergeant Johnson and poor Captain Keyes. The antagonists are really interesting too, the Covenant, the Flood, and the Sentinels led by 343 Guilty Spark. Level design is mostly good, The Silent Cartographer is one of my favourites due to it being open and giving you much freedom unlike in Call of Duty campaigns and other shooters, another favourite was the Maw, it wasn't repetitive at all and the warthog escape was really fun and a perfect ending for the game, what I didn't like about the level designs were the repetitiveness especially in levels such as the Library. Another gripe I had was the lack of instructions from the game, while the Silent Cartographer was one of my favourites I did not know what to do after reaching the control room, I had to use Youtube. The gameplay is pretty good, nothing special as every console FPS built up on that gameplay. The A.I is really good as well, the way the Elites move around and the marines hopping in on the warthog with you. Overall this game is amazing and a must play for anybody who plays video games.… Expand
  44. LB_CO
    Apr 20, 2020
    8
    "Combat Evolved Anniversary" is a good revamp of the 2001 classic although it lacks the feel of the original, still is a great experience for hardcore fans.
  45. SupahGualtah
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    loved this to me the best way to play ce even better on xone and prob even better on Pc cant wait
  46. DestinyDoer
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The graphics look great for a game with remastered graphics. The sounds of the weapons are different. This is not a bad thing.… Expand
  47. RoninNinjaXL
    Sep 25, 2020
    9
    GREAT GAME WITH A BADASS SLAP CERTIFIED

    Story: 8
    Gameplay: 9
    ost: 9
    Characters: 10
  48. CFMCritic
    May 16, 2021
    8
    Well this was not the ultimate remaster for Halo (or the remaster combat evolved deserved), it did the job but i highly recommend playing the original Xbox version if you have an xbox 360 or XBOX. The gearbox version is just OKAY because that one was filled with bugs, i heard for the classic graphics of the anniversary version they used the gearbox port, which makes this remaster lessWell this was not the ultimate remaster for Halo (or the remaster combat evolved deserved), it did the job but i highly recommend playing the original Xbox version if you have an xbox 360 or XBOX. The gearbox version is just OKAY because that one was filled with bugs, i heard for the classic graphics of the anniversary version they used the gearbox port, which makes this remaster less worthy of buying.… Expand
  49. jon_king
    Nov 5, 2020
    8
    Halo era um dos meus jogos preferidos eu amava atirar nos aligeniginas estranhos não sei pq eu nunca comprei outro
  50. ProwoodStuff
    May 12, 2021
    8
    This game was fantastic at launch, it's been 10 years since the anniversary launch and I must say. It held up rather well, granted there are better ways to experience Chief's first adventure now like with MCC PC. And with the servers shutting down at the time of this review, there is nearly no point playing this. It was fantastic but it's on it's way out, you best play this on the MCC.
  51. Darkale702
    Aug 5, 2021
    9
    Great Remaster
    It gives you a choice on the remastered textures and voice lines or the original textures and voice lines

    At times it is difficult to find the objective however the gameplay is very enjoyable and for me personly it holds up quite well in 2021
  52. CloudStrife05
    Aug 19, 2021
    9
    The one that started it all brought back with updated graphics. Best part was the addition of a little feature where from a press of a button you could flip the games graphics from the original to the updated version.
  53. Antonette_87
    Nov 15, 2021
    9
    Halo es y ha sido una de las obras mas influyentes en los videojuegos, entonces como es su primera entrega? esta a la altura de lo que siempre nos lleva diciendo?... sí, Halo CE annyversary es un mal remaster, es decir se ve mas bonito y tal pero tiene un fallo que es que la experiencia de juego es diferente al producto original, me explico, halo (xbox original) es mas oscuro en losHalo es y ha sido una de las obras mas influyentes en los videojuegos, entonces como es su primera entrega? esta a la altura de lo que siempre nos lleva diciendo?... sí, Halo CE annyversary es un mal remaster, es decir se ve mas bonito y tal pero tiene un fallo que es que la experiencia de juego es diferente al producto original, me explico, halo (xbox original) es mas oscuro en los escenarios haciendo que te metas mas en el papel, en cambio del remastered que esta todo iluminado haciendo que no sientas la misma experiencia, pero el caso que tan bueno es Halo, bien, para empezar tiene una muy buena historia, la vdd es que me sorprendio para bien, el gameplay revoluciono a la industria es ese momento aunque a nosotros nos pueda parecer un tanto generica, los graficos estan bastante bien para su epoca, los personajes son carismaticos... el fallo mas importante de Halo CE es su repetitividad en los escenarios, y se nota, no lo hace injugable pero si que vas notar esa repetitividad en los escenarios, lo intentan disimular metiendo nuevos enemigos (los flood) pero fracasan miserablemente, una pena, y eso es todo, lo malo es que el remastered no se siente como el original y es repetitivo en ocasiones, pero aparte de eso, Halo CE es un juegazo que debe ser jugado a cualquier fan del shototer… Expand
  54. ElCosmoXD
    Nov 25, 2021
    9
    Just wonderful, The story, music and gameplay is really good. But the mission "343 Guilty Spark" is really confusing, I played this mission many times and I still confused with this mission.
  55. JJ2FAS4U
    Dec 28, 2021
    8
    Atmosphere: 9
    Enjoyment: 9
    Gameplay: 8
    Graphics: 8
    Music: 8
    Story: 8
    Total: 8.33
  56. LuanAmorim
    Dec 6, 2022
    8
    Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary - um dos melhores e mais divertidos FPS que já joguei. Apesar da história não ser muito cativante, todo o resto envelheceu como vinho. A gameplay é muito boa; a trilha sonora também; a dublagem (em inglês porque não tem em português) não é ruim mas também não é a melhor coisa do mundo; a variedade de inimigos e armas é bem grande para um jogo antigo desse eHalo: Combat Evolved Anniversary - um dos melhores e mais divertidos FPS que já joguei. Apesar da história não ser muito cativante, todo o resto envelheceu como vinho. A gameplay é muito boa; a trilha sonora também; a dublagem (em inglês porque não tem em português) não é ruim mas também não é a melhor coisa do mundo; a variedade de inimigos e armas é bem grande para um jogo antigo desse e o protagonista apesar de na maior parte do tempo ser caladão ele tem o seu carisma. É um jogo que não tem pena do jogador, em alguns momento ele fica bem difícil e algumas vezes joga inimigos infinitos até você saber o que tem que fazer. É um jogo que eu vou guardar para sempre no meu coração!!

    Pontos positivos:
    - Gameplay boa
    - Trilha sonora muito boa
    - Boa variedade de inimigos
    - Boa variedade de armas
    - Bom protagonista
    - Boa ambientação
    - Gráficos bons e charmosos

    Pontos negativos:
    - História não cativante
    - Momentos em que a dificuldade sobe muito
    - Jogo lançar inimigos infinitos até você saber o que fazer    … Expand
  57. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 4, 2023
    10
    One of the watershed titles in the evolution of gaming gets a HD facelift and proves that it's still better than virtually every game that came since. A stone cold classic.
  58. Jaidenbrkl1
    May 6, 2023
    8
    This remake of Halo CE is great for what it is. Great gameplay, a fantastic multiplayer, great graphics, and overall a great remake for a legendary game.
  59. Nevbear1206
    Apr 10, 2023
    8
    One of the most revolutionary FPS titles of its original era, Halo proves to still be a joy with its fun weapons and open areas despite some age felt with repetitive gameplay and settings.
  60. DorlGaming
    Jun 4, 2023
    9
    Fantastic first person shooter and great remaster. If you want some different view on fps games, that's for you.
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#49 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#14 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#41 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. Xbox Achievements
    Feb 15, 2012
    83
    Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary is almost as good in reality as it ever was in your memory. The graphical update is welcome and the multiplayer maps are decent if not amazing. There are a few rough edges and cracks around the once infallible gameplay, but nothing that would stop you enjoying Halo: CE immensely the second (or first – lucky you) time around.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 19, 2012
    70
    Nicely done remake of one of the essential games among console FPS genre has the potential to surprise newcomers and thrill the veterans. [Christmas 2011]
  3. EGM
    Jan 3, 2012
    85
    It's an amazing piece of gaming history, to be certain, but a purchase decision still comes down to this: If you're a fan of the series who loved or missed the original, it's a no-brainer. This is one of the best pieces of fanservice our industry has ever produced, and you need to go buy it. On the other hand, if you're an FPS fanatic trying to decide between this or Rage or Deus Ex, you may want to think twice before dropping 40 bones on a shooter that doesn't quite stack up to the competition.
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