Halo: Spartan Assault

 Xbox One
User Score
4.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 286 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 69 out of 286
  2. Mixed: 80 out of 286
  3. Negative: 137 out of 286

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  1. jbonner
    Dec 29, 2013
    3
    Somewhat fun, but ruined with micro transactions needed to upgrade weapons, around $2-3 per weapon. I never played this game on a windows mobile device, so I was unaware. And there's no mention of this on Xbox Live before you purchase this game, there's no demo and there's no refunds. The levels are too short and the aiming leaves a lot to be desired. Literally this is the only game I'veSomewhat fun, but ruined with micro transactions needed to upgrade weapons, around $2-3 per weapon. I never played this game on a windows mobile device, so I was unaware. And there's no mention of this on Xbox Live before you purchase this game, there's no demo and there's no refunds. The levels are too short and the aiming leaves a lot to be desired. Literally this is the only game I've purchased for Xbox One and it's a disappointing turd.… Expand
  2. Stevesitz
    Dec 9, 2014
    4
    A decent game considering it is a port of what originally launched as a cell phone game. As a free game I can't complain but can say that this game isn't worth paying more than a dollar or two for. Feels like a retro arcade 'Gaultlet' style game but with Halo graphics slapped on it. The fact that nothing new was really added in the port, other than a few levels or co-op online play, isA decent game considering it is a port of what originally launched as a cell phone game. As a free game I can't complain but can say that this game isn't worth paying more than a dollar or two for. Feels like a retro arcade 'Gaultlet' style game but with Halo graphics slapped on it. The fact that nothing new was really added in the port, other than a few levels or co-op online play, is very disappointing. It really does show that this game was not designed for these next gen consoles, but again, being that it was a free game for a time then it is worth playing a few levels.… Expand
  3. Starkiller94
    Jan 10, 2014
    0
    When 343 Insudstries took over the Halo series, it officially died. Bungie is the only developer that can really do the Halo games justice. I will stand by this fact until the day I die. This game might be good for smart phones, but it does not belong on consoles. Think of that one Warhammer 40k top-down shooter with a Halo paint job and there you go. I can't wait for Destiny to arriveWhen 343 Insudstries took over the Halo series, it officially died. Bungie is the only developer that can really do the Halo games justice. I will stand by this fact until the day I die. This game might be good for smart phones, but it does not belong on consoles. Think of that one Warhammer 40k top-down shooter with a Halo paint job and there you go. I can't wait for Destiny to arrive because it will blow the motherf*ckin' lid off 343 and their shameful contributions to the Halo universe, even though it's not a Halo game.… Expand
  4. diehard-gamer
    Dec 29, 2013
    1
    Short levels, little variation in gameplay, poor graphics, dumb enemy AI, clunky controls, poor sound ......

    Micro transactions? On a £12 xbone download game, They must be having a laugh. If you want to pretend your xbone is a last gen smartphone, this is the game for you. A dismal game, an embarassment to the great HALO series, made worse by the frankly insulting inclusion of 'in    Short levels, little variation in gameplay, poor graphics, dumb enemy AI, clunky controls, poor sound ......

    Micro transactions? On a £12 xbone download game, They must be having a laugh.

    If you want to pretend your xbone is a last gen smartphone, this is the game for you.

    A dismal game, an embarassment to the great HALO series, made worse by the frankly insulting inclusion of 'in game purchases'.    … Expand
  5. Seth5545
    Jan 4, 2014
    0
    The game is short and looks terrible. The game is not worth the money at all. 343 ruined the Halo series. Just buy bungie's Destiny. Do not buy this game.
  6. JamesDeLuca
    Jun 13, 2014
    2
    This feels like something I should have downloaded on my iPhone while taking a dump. It's just that terrible. The worst part is not being able to aim in more than eight directions when the enemy comes from 360 directions. Honestly, If this game was a free app for my phone I would be more forgiving, but they actually charged money for the POS. They should be paying me to play it, because itThis feels like something I should have downloaded on my iPhone while taking a dump. It's just that terrible. The worst part is not being able to aim in more than eight directions when the enemy comes from 360 directions. Honestly, If this game was a free app for my phone I would be more forgiving, but they actually charged money for the POS. They should be paying me to play it, because it sucks that bad.… Expand
  7. Mandirigma88
    Jan 8, 2014
    2
    Very basic top looking down 3rd person shooter. Very reminiscent of some maps of Contra on NES. Even though this is set in the Halo universe, in my opinion, it does not feel like Halo at all. The levels are simplistic. The graphics are good, but it just doesn't feel quite right to me. I have had to force myself to play it even though I love Halo and Halo Wars. The pay to play weapon andVery basic top looking down 3rd person shooter. Very reminiscent of some maps of Contra on NES. Even though this is set in the Halo universe, in my opinion, it does not feel like Halo at all. The levels are simplistic. The graphics are good, but it just doesn't feel quite right to me. I have had to force myself to play it even though I love Halo and Halo Wars. The pay to play weapon and unlock scheme does not work for consoles. Period. I refuse to pay for a weapon or game trinket. If you want to make money like that then don't charge money for your game. Killer Instinct does the monetization the correct way. All in all, this game misses the mark with its repetitive maps and gameplay. Pay to play weapon and ability unlocks put the final nails in the coffin. Save your money and buy something else.… Expand
  8. DownByTheRiver
    Jun 18, 2014
    3
    Very bad game, definitely felt like a tablet game on a console. All the levels are very short and only about 5 missions per segment. What's worse is that it was even a bad tablet game. Only thing I kinda liked about it was the co-op flood missions. Would suggest avoiding it
  9. yrcrazy
    Jan 3, 2014
    0
    Halo ended when 343 took control of the franchise. Wait for destiny for a good new series or play another game, this is not a halo game. Poor halo....
  10. The_Drizzl3
    Jan 4, 2014
    0
    This game is just plain bad like all things Halo these days. R.I.P Franchise. Very few positive aspects, may be a good game for fan boys and even then I'm sure there growing tired.
  11. HaVoK308
    Jan 7, 2014
    0
    Real money for single-use items. Micro-transactions in a Halo game. Disgusting. A huge black-eye on an otherwise stellar franchise. Microsoft is stinking up the joint and acting more anti-consumer than ever in this new generation.
  12. xxxx-xxxxxxxx
    Jan 13, 2014
    0
    This is a mobile game not a next gen game so MS make a real game for the next gen not a rebuild tablets game and the gameplay was bad its dos steel feel like a tablets game
  13. OliverAtom16
    Jan 13, 2014
    0
    Hello hello is a copy very clumsy and slow in the unreal Tournament that is why I think it is so bad and what seems to me to be the worst thing is that they continue to draw the truth this game is for people novice with very little experience and does not know the good games i recommend not playing it.
  14. Santoki
    Aug 25, 2014
    0
    I bought this game to play co-op. I was fooled. (1) There's no co-op campaign, weirdly, just a handful of cheap, short co-op missions. This is bizarre: this is a well-produced game and the art is fantastic, how did it fail so badly on multiplayer? I get the feeling the network programmers quit. (2) In-game purchases HIDEOUSLY OFFENSIVE, especially when you just paid for the game andI bought this game to play co-op. I was fooled. (1) There's no co-op campaign, weirdly, just a handful of cheap, short co-op missions. This is bizarre: this is a well-produced game and the art is fantastic, how did it fail so badly on multiplayer? I get the feeling the network programmers quit. (2) In-game purchases HIDEOUSLY OFFENSIVE, especially when you just paid for the game and are hugely disappointed already. NOW the game wants me to pay for a one-use weapon? F 343.… Expand
  15. Athomeonarock
    Jun 23, 2014
    1
    What is this game, why is it on Xbox one? I was told it had a retro feel...the stick and hoop game is retro, and about a hundred times more fun. This is just a pile of garbage. Actually it would be more fun to have pile of garbage, maybe I could find a used can.
  16. JoshLuck1995
    Dec 28, 2014
    3
    I got this for £2.60 on xbox live offer so I can't feel too pi**ed but in terms of game this is pants, but in terms of just something to pass half hour yeah it's ok
  17. NicolasThe17th
    Mar 24, 2016
    2
    The game that ruined the perfection of the Halo saga. Spartan Assault has poor graphics, poor gameplay and very little variety. other than that the game takes a break. Just terrible.
  18. Broyax
    Mar 30, 2017
    1
    Les graphismes sont mignons, c'est bien présenté... hélas il ne s'agit que d'un Diablol dans le monde d'Halo : très répétitif et jouabilité au pad à revoir. A la limite, ç'aurait pu servir de base à un STR, un petite suite d'Halo Wars mais malheureusement on a juste un truc aussi débile que limité.
  19. Stan_Osbourne
    Apr 27, 2022
    4
    All the same, this game has one special achievement. This is by far the worst twin-stick shooter I've ever played. The developers have done a good job of giving a similar experience to players, in particular fans of the Halo franchise.

    There are three key points that greatly spoil the impression of the game. The first is the inability to play local co-op, only multiplayer. Secondly, it    All the same, this game has one special achievement. This is by far the worst twin-stick shooter I've ever played. The developers have done a good job of giving a similar experience to players, in particular fans of the Halo franchise.

    There are three key points that greatly spoil the impression of the game. The first is the inability to play local co-op, only multiplayer. Secondly, it is a donation system for buying weapons. And thirdly - the company is very weak, the levels are short and uninteresting.

    Conclusion - This game is a failed spin-off, for me. I don’t know who came up with the idea to make a sequel after that, but it remained in oblivion on mobile platforms, where such rubbish is the place. Glory to Ukraine!    … Expand
  20. Jonathan_M_2
    Oct 29, 2021
    0
    I think this game is criminally underrated. It's pure action in the Halo world yet feels fresh with the top down perspective. It still looks nice in 2021 with Xbox Game Pass on Xbox Series X/S. You can also beat it in a weekend - it's a nice break from other heavier games.

Awards & Rankings

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#16 Best Xbox One Game of 2013
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#8 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2013
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#15 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2013

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Metascore
53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 20 out of 28
  3. Negative: 7 out of 28
  1. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Mar 1, 2014
    30
    A disappointing twin-stick shooter, a waste of the Halo brand and an embarrassing installment into the Xbox One launch window line-up. [Issue#108, p.74]
  2. Worth Playing
    Feb 26, 2014
    60
    As long as your expectations are tempered, Halo: Spartan Assault is a serviceable game. It works as a top-down shooter, but you'll miss the enemy intelligence of the older games.
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  3. Gamereactor Sweden
    Feb 19, 2014
    50
    Even though Halo: Spartan Assault has a lot of charm and is somewhat fun to play, it is somewhat broken by greedy microtransactions.
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