Halo 5: Guardians

 Xbox One
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6.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 3713 Ratings

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  1. LordAudi
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    awesome gameplay so fast 60 frames, amazing cloud graphics. 12 party chat. Xbox elite controller. Windows 10 streaming. Free DLC. what else can you ask for. I am surprised by all the false reviews that sad sony fanboys put up to degrade a game value.
  2. jeanini
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Ok it's not the most beautifull game, but the story is cool and funny to play.
    The multiplayer is amazing and the warzone is insane.
    One of the best FPS of the year
  3. NotHim
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    The story was simply made for Hardcore halo fans and the entire game is extremely fun. If im having this much fun and forge isnt even out yet. I cant wait to see how much fun i have on Forge.

    All the reviews about this game are very mixed. But the population and fan base to Halo is very different to other fan bases fro other FPS games. All i can say is that you will have allot of fun    The story was simply made for Hardcore halo fans and the entire game is extremely fun. If im having this much fun and forge isnt even out yet. I cant wait to see how much fun i have on Forge.

    All the reviews about this game are very mixed. But the population and fan base to Halo is very different to other fan bases fro other FPS games. All i can say is that you will have allot of fun playing this game and even more with friends.    … Expand
  4. arpe
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Lives up to the Halo name, Story might be bit difficulty to understand at first but its not bad. The game play is great and it looks beautiful, really beautiful, one of best looking games I have seen ever.
  5. el92dudo
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    In my opinion Halo 5 is a great game. The req system seems to be pretty balanced as of now. I haven't seen anybody abuse the microtransaction function of Halo 5.

    The campaign is challenging and a lot of fun overall. I never died in any unfair way and the new mechanics tie in very well with the verticality and openess of the level design. Story telling is done well and the game really    In my opinion Halo 5 is a great game. The req system seems to be pretty balanced as of now. I haven't seen anybody abuse the microtransaction function of Halo 5.

    The campaign is challenging and a lot of fun overall. I never died in any unfair way and the new mechanics tie in very well with the verticality and openess of the level design. Story telling is done well and the game really transfers a sense of epicness on your TV. Though I have to say that the story itself is a little confusing. Another con is that there are some maps which seem to be straight from Halo forge (especially the ones in SWAT playlist), with some very uninspired assets.

    I was really impressed from the technical side. The game runs flawless and loading times are minimal. Another thing they really improved is the matchmaking. In Halo MCC you got kicked out of matchmacking many times after finishing a match, this problem does not seem to be present anymore.

    I do not understand how some people give the game 0s. I think some of them did not even play the game, as some of them only mention generic cons which have been presented in reviews on youtube.

    To compensate for the haters I am going to give this game a 10.

    Cheers!    … Expand
  6. JediMX
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Good
    -Graphics (60 fps looks amazing)
    -Gameplay -Multiplayer -Warzone -Campgain (is longer than hall 4) Cons -No split screen This game is the best game i have played in a lot of years, also it is the best one of this generation so far. 343i and MS did an excekkent job and I really enjoy this game, everything is well done. A lot of the bad critics are just hater fanboys, that    Good
    -Graphics (60 fps looks amazing)
    -Gameplay
    -Multiplayer
    -Warzone
    -Campgain (is longer than hall 4)

    Cons
    -No split screen

    This game is the best game i have played in a lot of years, also it is the best one of this generation so far. 343i and MS did an excekkent job and I really enjoy this game, everything is well done. A lot of the bad critics are just hater fanboys, that is all. It is not perfect of course, but I gave it a 9.5/10    … Expand
  7. ShammySmalls
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    After the beta I knew 343 had something going here. Now that I've played Warzone I know for a fact that Halo is in good hands. The smoothness of the game coupled with the "feel" of Halo 2/3 makes for an unbelievably awesome gaming experience. And as for the story? Even half baked its 10x stronger than what Destiny put out on day 1. Those cinematics though, totally stunning.
  8. Juicyen
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Absolutely stunning visuals and incredible detail by the art team. I'll be entertained for years with this game. If you follow the Halo universe closely then the story will satisfy you. If you just play mindless shooters, then you probably won't understand the expanded universe and the new characters. The multiplayer mode has been smooth so far with none of the bugs that came with the MCC.Absolutely stunning visuals and incredible detail by the art team. I'll be entertained for years with this game. If you follow the Halo universe closely then the story will satisfy you. If you just play mindless shooters, then you probably won't understand the expanded universe and the new characters. The multiplayer mode has been smooth so far with none of the bugs that came with the MCC. Warzone is extremely innovative and really gives new life to the franchise's multiplayer mode.… Expand
  9. UncleSamPwns
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    So right off the back, it's clear that this campaign is definitely semi-dependent on the fact that the player has knowledge of the Halo lore outside of the games. Combine that with the fact that Locke is maybe a half-way decent character whose personality is minimal, and you have the major complaints of the campaign.
    But holy cow, do we see some of the best graphics, cut-scenes, and    So right off the back, it's clear that this campaign is definitely semi-dependent on the fact that the player has knowledge of the Halo lore outside of the games. Combine that with the fact that Locke is maybe a half-way decent character whose personality is minimal, and you have the major complaints of the campaign.
    But holy cow, do we see some of the best graphics, cut-scenes, and animations. The levels are dense with activity and paths, the weapons are keenly balanced, and the enemies are amazing. The new gameplay mechanics fit so well, it's hard to imagine them not being there before like hover-jets, dash, and pound. The story is jumpy, but that's kind've a Halo trait. The first Halo literally starts with them making a "random" jump into space and landing next to a Halo. lol "random".
    Multiplayer is flawless, and I mean perfect. From the awesome new gametype including NPC's and bosses to the regular slayer, and the best lone wolf type since Halo 3. SO campaign might score a 8, but the multiplayer is a 12.
    And personally, Locke aside, watching Chief's development under 343 industries is nothing less that moving. We finally see a man. It started in H4, and almost had me tearing up from the beginning. Maybe you have to have been there from the beginning, but when Locke told Chief that Cortana wasn't his problem anymore and it was Locke's, and Chief responded, "Like hell she is," I died.
    And to all 80 something people who literally gave this game a 0, meaning it's literally the worst game in creation in all aspects and there's nothing good at all, go back to your PlayStations and stop searching Halo 5 on Wiki and spouting your hate.    … Expand
  10. waptap123
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    A far better campaign than both Halo: Reach and Halo 4 combine with best-of-franchise multi-player to make this a GotY contender that brings back the sense of wonder and fun that have been missing since the original core trilogy.
  11. sepehrpro
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    graphic and music is excellent, best in the series. the story coherency and consistency is the best in the series. multiplayer mode is the best in the series. enemies are also more fun to kill. no more flood semi-zombies. enemies move fast. my only complaint is that some missions are ridiculously short, there are few but luckily there are 15 missions and there are some missions that aregraphic and music is excellent, best in the series. the story coherency and consistency is the best in the series. multiplayer mode is the best in the series. enemies are also more fun to kill. no more flood semi-zombies. enemies move fast. my only complaint is that some missions are ridiculously short, there are few but luckily there are 15 missions and there are some missions that are absolute joy. excellent work… Expand
  12. chrisyboy
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Fantastic best in the series and i can't wait to see where this story takes us, well done 343 now can you just bring back fire fight and add Reach to the Master cheif collection and i will love you forever.

    Oh and Sony pony fanboys.... really really? i know you have no games but to come on here with your fake reviews is laughable and sad.
  13. TheSPARK
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    I would say this game is at least a 9 and that the campaign is most enjoyable if you know the lore (which you should familiarize yourself with if you are going to critique it) and the multiplayer is some of the best in the Halo series let alone most games out there today (or ever). However, I gave it a 10 because the losers who are biased and giving it zeros are misrepresenting the scoreI would say this game is at least a 9 and that the campaign is most enjoyable if you know the lore (which you should familiarize yourself with if you are going to critique it) and the multiplayer is some of the best in the Halo series let alone most games out there today (or ever). However, I gave it a 10 because the losers who are biased and giving it zeros are misrepresenting the score and it should realistically be higher thanks to those who are being real with the rating. Zero people? Really? Almost no game will ever deserve a zero. Take your whining elsewhere. Great job 343i!… Expand
  14. EVELMAN
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    game is really fun, sharp, fast paced and interesting. very smooth and tight controls. the gameplay tweaks are interesting and take a little to get used to but fun once you do. the campaign is interesting and may require replays if you're not a buff on the lore. multiplayer is smooth and trouble free. love warzone modes. reminds me of a futuristic battlefield game in a way.
  15. Archaicc
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    It's really intresting that pretty much all the negative reviews are clearly from Sony fanboys. If you click on their names, they pretty much have scores of 0 for two Xbox games, and actual reviews for the PS4 games.

    I digress. This game is excellent, and imho the best MP experience in Halo to date, or at least in a tie with Halo 2. I haven't really gotten through the whole campaign    It's really intresting that pretty much all the negative reviews are clearly from Sony fanboys. If you click on their names, they pretty much have scores of 0 for two Xbox games, and actual reviews for the PS4 games.

    I digress. This game is excellent, and imho the best MP experience in Halo to date, or at least in a tie with Halo 2. I haven't really gotten through the whole campaign yet, but it certainly isn't a flop as some are saying. The new modes for MP are refreshing from the same old Slayer/Objective modes, and really add to the game.

    If you love MP FPS, it doesn't get much better then this.    … Expand
  16. Birakon
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Fantastic multiplayer and a passing campaign.

    Campaign is nothing to write home about as it is fairly standard, however, it does its job. The real treat here is the multiplayer. The multiplayer stands among the best in competitive multiplayer shooters, and definitely atop the hill as far as this generation goes. The graphics I would give an 8/10. They do the job and it looks better    Fantastic multiplayer and a passing campaign.

    Campaign is nothing to write home about as it is fairly standard, however, it does its job. The real treat here is the multiplayer. The multiplayer stands among the best in competitive multiplayer shooters, and definitely atop the hill as far as this generation goes.

    The graphics I would give an 8/10. They do the job and it looks better than most Xbox one games, but doesn't measure up to say kill zone graphically.

    The game I would give an 8/10 normally however in order to make it fair since there seems to be a ridiculous amount of people who haven't even played the game writing reviews I give it a 10. The multiplayer makes this game and it is the best competitive shooter since halo 2.    … Expand
  17. cryinghavoc
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Pros:
    - Beautiful game play at 60 FPS with no studder or drop.
    - The most balanced multiplayer I have played in a shooter in years. - Fun and engaging story that is very repayable. With so many different guns and enemy's its always different Cons -Split screen was removed to keep 60 FPS -Story has a halo 2 feel, It is unresolved at the finish, but that is to be expected as it is    Pros:
    - Beautiful game play at 60 FPS with no studder or drop.
    - The most balanced multiplayer I have played in a shooter in years.
    - Fun and engaging story that is very repayable. With so many different guns and enemy's its always different

    Cons
    -Split screen was removed to keep 60 FPS
    -Story has a halo 2 feel, It is unresolved at the finish, but that is to be expected as it is number 2 in a trilogy.    … Expand
  18. TrustedReview
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Anyone who rates this game a 0 has never played it and their just jealous ps4 has **** games.
    PROS: amazing graphics, best online fps ever(warzone & classic halo), coop campaign, launch was perfect
    CONS: bland storyline but still really fun with friends, no split screen which I don't really care bc I'm not ten anymore. This is easily game of the year....ps4 fans come here to try to    Anyone who rates this game a 0 has never played it and their just jealous ps4 has **** games.
    PROS: amazing graphics, best online fps ever(warzone & classic halo), coop campaign, launch was perfect
    CONS: bland storyline but still really fun with friends, no split screen which I don't really care bc I'm not ten anymore.
    This is easily game of the year....ps4 fans come here to try to lower the review score bc their mad they have no exclusives dropping this year hahaha    … Expand
  19. amkwallah
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Halo 5 is the best Halo i ever played, the gameplay graphics and new things are just amazing.
    Everything is right from Story MP and design.
    Theirs nothing to hate on Halo 5 and for the ones who do are bad or cant handle the game .
    and alot of people even start with bad intentions AMK
  20. Dyuks
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Great Halo experience!
    Back to the roots, fun, yet competitive and great mutliplayer.
    Campaign is very criticized but I think it is above average. Great scenery, action packed, cool characters, great variety in missions, etc. The only thing Halo 5 lacks is split screen, but I'm still giving it a 10 because everything else works great. Forge (which has been upgraded heavily) and Big Team    Great Halo experience!
    Back to the roots, fun, yet competitive and great mutliplayer.
    Campaign is very criticized but I think it is above average. Great scenery, action packed, cool characters, great variety in missions, etc.
    The only thing Halo 5 lacks is split screen, but I'm still giving it a 10 because everything else works great. Forge (which has been upgraded heavily) and Big Team Battle will be added soon, and with it, lots of great ideas will make sure for very fun custom games.    … Expand
  21. Devi6us
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Ignore all the reviews giving this game a 0 as they are for the most stupid reasons. Anyway Halo 5 is an extremely enjoyable game with great dedicated servers 343i have redeemed themselves on this one, gameplay is fun and smooth and at the same time more challenging than previous Halos. Campaign is well written and around 6hours worth of gameplay when playing on normal difficulty. Lots ofIgnore all the reviews giving this game a 0 as they are for the most stupid reasons. Anyway Halo 5 is an extremely enjoyable game with great dedicated servers 343i have redeemed themselves on this one, gameplay is fun and smooth and at the same time more challenging than previous Halos. Campaign is well written and around 6hours worth of gameplay when playing on normal difficulty. Lots of content to get through and free DLC maps seriously cant decide which Halo I prefer, Halo 5 or Halo 3.… Expand
  22. Matty96tb
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    The game is clearly the best Halo there is with it being the first created ground up for the XBox One. Graphics 10/10 an I'm a graphics freak and own the best GPU's on PC and on XBox the graphics are excellent. Sound - again awesome but super awesome through stereo headphones.
  23. Mclevesque
    Oct 28, 2015
    10
    Most of the negative reviews havn't played the game. "Flow" is the word that comes to mind when playing Halo 5. Favoring curves over sharp lines, you are guided through each multiplayer map with a cat and mouse type feel. This calls for top notch teamwork to cut off your opponents. The maps are vivid but not hard on the eyes like Halo 4. One of the better Halo games. Buy it!
  24. EinShteinV2
    Nov 3, 2015
    10
    The most epic campaign in my life! Fantastic work, thanks to 343i.
    Multiplayer is awesome, it feels like the best moments Unreal Tournament 2004. GoTY.
  25. Stevadel
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    Great game. Love the singleplayer but the multiplayer is just freaking Awesome! It's been a long time since I truly enjoyed the halo multiplayer but now the love is back! Warzone is a blast and the ultimate halo modus.
  26. peterallendw
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    This game is fantastic. The multiplayer runs smooth and the campaign is interesting. Had lots of fun playing as Locke and you cant go wrong with Nathan fillion. Didn't have any connectivity issues with is amazing considering the track record with games this year. Sucks that some people have given it a zero. I think the consensus is that you will either really love this or hate it.
  27. Diknak
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    Amazing entry of the Halo series. The multiplayer is top notch and the arena gameplay feels simply amazing and satisfying. The warzone mode adds a unique MOBA twist to it and it just feels satisfying pulling a come from behind victory. It really is a game mode for everyone. Attack bases, defend bases, go after AI, vehicles, on foot . . a game mode with everything.
  28. BlackJackCZ7
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    I have played all the Halo games. I primarily play Halo for the campaign, not multiplayer. I am 3 hours into Halo 5 campaign and I have to say this is very good. The play mechanics are buttery smooth. The game feels like a AAA title from the cut scenes to the non-stop action. The music and sound effects are some of the very best in gaming industry. The graphics are detailed.I have played all the Halo games. I primarily play Halo for the campaign, not multiplayer. I am 3 hours into Halo 5 campaign and I have to say this is very good. The play mechanics are buttery smooth. The game feels like a AAA title from the cut scenes to the non-stop action. The music and sound effects are some of the very best in gaming industry. The graphics are detailed. Overall, I am very pleased with 343's effort and taking a bit of a risk with agent Locke.… Expand
  29. skulls105
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    So far this has by far been my favorite Halo game to date, I find the 60 frames and amazing sound quality adds a satisfying feel to the game. The Campaign is the first I've ever actually enjoyed playing through on Legendary, and it a lot of fun to play. Multiplayer is competitive, fast paced, and thoroughly enjoyable. Warzone is a lot of fun and a well crafted game type. Halo 5 certainlySo far this has by far been my favorite Halo game to date, I find the 60 frames and amazing sound quality adds a satisfying feel to the game. The Campaign is the first I've ever actually enjoyed playing through on Legendary, and it a lot of fun to play. Multiplayer is competitive, fast paced, and thoroughly enjoyable. Warzone is a lot of fun and a well crafted game type. Halo 5 certainly has it's issues, but nothing that any Halo game hasn't had. I can't stop playing it and I encourage you to buy it.… Expand
  30. ahurozamurai
    Oct 29, 2015
    10
    GOOD:Best in HALO history multiplayer / Innovative war zone / Arena specializing in e-sports / Brilliant sound / Fixing　60fps BAD: Mediocre campaign
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 101 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 101
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 101
  3. Negative: 0 out of 101
  1. The Jimquisition
    Jan 20, 2016
    65
    Halo 5: Guardians is okay. Its campaign is rubbish, but the multiplayer is solid thanks to the foundation it’s built upon. Warzone is a really enjoyable experience, and while combat is still mostly about tossing grenades and hitting the melee button, the whole Requisition gimmick adds some much-needed flavor to proceedings.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2016
    75
    The latest Halo is a big deal only for hardcore Halo fans. For me the single player campaign was unbearably pompous and despite 1080p and 60 fps the visuals are not as breathtaking as they once were in Halo 4. The game builds a solid foundation for Halo 6, but it’s not one of those games you absolutely have to play. [13/2015, p.48]
  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 4, 2016
    91
    With a more accessible and engaging story and solid new designs for the Prometheans, Halo 5 is a major improvement over Halo 4. Warzone is a great addition to the multiplayer, though the mode seems to have some game balance issues. [Nov 2015]
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