Halo: Combat Evolved

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  1. Humbleman200
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    CE proved that Fps shooters can be Regarded as masterpieces as well, Half-life started it and CE Established it.
  2. Youngish2k51
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    Halo Ce changed the way video games are made and deserves a perfect 10. I'll be reviewing the game as if I was back in the era the game came out as comparing a game that came out 20 years ago to a game that came out today is not a fair comparison, Halo Ce was revolutionary and absolutely set the gaming world on fire, the story, ideas, gameplay, mechanics, weapons, vehicles, enemy's and theHalo Ce changed the way video games are made and deserves a perfect 10. I'll be reviewing the game as if I was back in the era the game came out as comparing a game that came out 20 years ago to a game that came out today is not a fair comparison, Halo Ce was revolutionary and absolutely set the gaming world on fire, the story, ideas, gameplay, mechanics, weapons, vehicles, enemy's and the soundtrack make this a perfect video game for it's era, and one of the greatest video games of all time.… Expand
  3. Carmina45
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    Combat Evolved is a game filled with brilliant and awe-inspiring. This game was so good it created the phrase halo killer.
  4. robertredford
    Dec 19, 2020
    6
    It's undeniable that this is one of the greatest- If not the greatest game of all time. But it's aged. The plot was solid but nothing special and I'm not the biggest fan of the combat, but I can tell how great it is. My main problem is the random spikes in difficulty that ruined a large portion of my play through. I understand I'm not the best at games. But there are plenty of hard games IIt's undeniable that this is one of the greatest- If not the greatest game of all time. But it's aged. The plot was solid but nothing special and I'm not the biggest fan of the combat, but I can tell how great it is. My main problem is the random spikes in difficulty that ruined a large portion of my play through. I understand I'm not the best at games. But there are plenty of hard games I enjoy. This is not one of them. In the library level, if you lose guilty spark, prepare to **** around for the next 30 minutes looking for him. And two betrayals is the worst level in any shooter I've ever played. Of course, I'm focusing on the negative because no one else does. These aspects are awful, sure. But everything else is great. In 2001? Greatest game of all time. In 2020? Jank.… Expand
  5. vinhemman
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    Halo Combat Evolved, a game you can trust, halo ce is a place for everything.
  6. Cyborg_TDRK
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    É o clássico jogo de Xbox que criou uma franquia de jogos muito bons, com uma dificuldade mais difícil do que os outros jogos da franquia, mas sempre será o clássico Halo
  7. HeroMan3000
    Dec 14, 2020
    10
    People Say Halo Combat Evolved did not age well, but they say Half-life aged well! Both games are great and masterpieces in their own genre, but halo combat evolved really helped half-life 2 to became a better game than the original.
  8. AltairMorhen
    Dec 14, 2020
    8
    Unfortunately, i just have played this on 2020. The game don't grow old very well on the graphics or variety, but considering that the primal idea of the devs was a RTS, the game is surprisingly good.
    With very decent sonoplasty, the title lets us immerse in some moments in the story which is a little bit confusing in the begining, but very well written, with strong characters and simply    Unfortunately, i just have played this on 2020. The game don't grow old very well on the graphics or variety, but considering that the primal idea of the devs was a RTS, the game is surprisingly good.
    With very decent sonoplasty, the title lets us immerse in some moments in the story which is a little bit confusing in the begining, but very well written, with strong characters and simply mechanics.    … Expand
  9. Skurttish
    Dec 12, 2020
    4
    A game that might have been great in its day, but hasn’t aged well at all.

    First off, the graphics stand up just fine. More than serviceable—quite good, considering when it was made. Also, the basic gameplay is generally very fun, as you would expect from Halo. The music and sound are fine. But the level design is atrocious, and I mean that in all its negative severity. There are    A game that might have been great in its day, but hasn’t aged well at all.

    First off, the graphics stand up just fine. More than serviceable—quite good, considering when it was made. Also, the basic gameplay is generally very fun, as you would expect from Halo. The music and sound are fine.

    But the level design is atrocious, and I mean that in all its negative severity. There are very few quest markers, and when they are present, they don’t show you where to go, only where you need to end up. I spent just as much time enjoying the shooting as I did lost and frustrated, staring at the same hallways over and over, wondering where I was going wrong.

    And when I did find where I was supposed to be going, Halo CE took a dead halibut and slapped me in the face with it. This game is HARD, y’all. Between the Flood level that finds you frantically running from enemies spawning endlessly all around you, to chain grenade explosions that kill you without having done anything wrong, you will die a lot, so I hope you have an excellent podcast on, because you won’t want all your attention to be on this. It’s too frustrating.

    All of this, for a story that probably wasn’t particularly good even in its prime. You can see the twists and turns coming from last Tuesday (and I say that as a gamer who was somehow not previously spoiled).

    TL;DR : I do not recommend this game. The levels are confusing mazes, the gauntlets that the game makes you run are too daunting even on Normal difficulty, and the story was your average action movie you can stream on Netflix.    … Expand
  10. GN27
    Dec 9, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um fps genérico, campanha confusa e mal contada, jogo extremamente repetitivo.… Expand
  11. MichaelScarn7
    Dec 3, 2020
    4
    This game has not aged well. The first few levels were okay, the gameplay and the weapons weren't great, but each mission felt different. The story was alright as well, but once the flood gets introduced this game tanks in every way imaginable. The final mission in this is one of the worst missions ever put into a game. Maybe Halo was fun in 2001, but now it is not worth playing through.
  12. Meme-City-Mayor
    Dec 2, 2020
    8
    I like this game, but my big problems with it are difficulty and the second half. When it comes to difficulty, the absence of vehicle-jacking and dual-wielding ment it was harder for me to get past most encounters. While I generally don't like regenerative health, I wish there was at peast some pretty slow regenerative health, because it's abscence lead to so many deaths. When it comes toI like this game, but my big problems with it are difficulty and the second half. When it comes to difficulty, the absence of vehicle-jacking and dual-wielding ment it was harder for me to get past most encounters. While I generally don't like regenerative health, I wish there was at peast some pretty slow regenerative health, because it's abscence lead to so many deaths. When it comes to the second half... The Library. I hate that level more than the Nazi's(That's an exaggeration but you get what I mean). All in all, it's a great game, but it is held down by an insane learning curve and recycled rooms. Also why do they choose that circular room to recycle out of all the rooms they could've? It's established that those rooms are meant to be generators for Installation 04, so going by that, Two Betryals should be at least a couple of hours long.… Expand
  13. Andy1417
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    Good game, by the way whats rhe limit of the amount of words I have to use to, oh nevermind I just reached it.
  14. LOCritic
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    When I first played combat evolved I was an 18 year old boy who did not play video games that much back then. But CE opened a whole world to me, it introduced me first person shooters, great visuals and story-telling and a balanced and perfect game play, And since then I can't stop playing it.
  15. Roigo-conT
    Nov 24, 2020
    8
    halo a sido de los mayores representantes de los fps hasta la actualidad ya sea porque su historia de ciencia ficción o por su implementación del modo online y estos factores siguen vigentes en 2020?
    no halo en su modo campaña peca de la monotonía sus misiones suelen ser repetitivas y hasta a veces injustas por las hordas de enemigos lo cual hace menos atractivo en el oniline no hay queja    halo a sido de los mayores representantes de los fps hasta la actualidad ya sea porque su historia de ciencia ficción o por su implementación del modo online y estos factores siguen vigentes en 2020?
    no halo en su modo campaña peca de la monotonía sus misiones suelen ser repetitivas y hasta a veces injustas por las hordas de enemigos lo cual hace menos atractivo en el oniline no hay queja es donde mas sobresale de lo demás pero este ya se siente viejo y olvidado.    … Expand
  16. Dom007
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Revolutionary for first person shooters and the future of the Xbox. There's so much fun to be had with the combat this game offers. Together with the mystery of the halo ring as you continuously progress through the levels and the story with great moments such as the introduction of the flood it is a game you must play if you haven't played it.
  17. KaleSungurCrane
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    OVERALL - 98%

    Gameplay - 8/10
    Graphics (for time) - 8/10
    Story - 9/10
    Game Length - 8/10
    Characters - 9/10
    Level/Area Design - 8/10
    Atmosphere - 9/10
    Sound Effects - 9/10
    Soundtrack - 9/10
    Replay Value - 9/10

    Halo was a childhood favourite of mine, and playing it now brings back great memories.
  18. Caldan
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    ✅80%
    Hate me all you want but I think this is my second least favourite Halo game. It just feels way shorter than any other and is quite repetitive. Still a classic though.
  19. samurai07
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. very very nice game master chief legendary Xbox original thank you Xbox for this game… Expand
  20. makkusu1
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    Первый ЛУЧШИЙ эксклюзив от Microsoft! Хороший более-менее разнообразный сюжет, приятный геймплей!)
  21. Titan30293
    Aug 21, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los juegos que mas revolucionaron la industria ya que fue la clave para varios fps de la actualidad y en su epoca marco tendencia
  22. Fem89
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Halo Combat Evolved, the one that started it all is a game about Gameplay and story. When you finish it, it gives you a unique feeling. You have experienced this alien world. I love Halo CE and all the Halo games Up to Halo 5.
  23. CarmineChogolat
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    As a gamer, this game is one of the most important games in my gaming experience.
  24. Carna
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    Halo combat evolved defined a whole franchise and genre, this game is a masterpiece.
  25. Diomarjimenez
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    Su jugabilidad 10/10 sus primeros 6 mapad 10/10 y solu soundtrack 100/10 gracias bungie gracias odonell por crear tal obra de arte
  26. MatBrownie
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever to be released up to date, the fact that a game like this reigns supreme after so many years just shows how much of the heart of the developers where poured into making this game. I still remember this game being my first ever game, and it is thanks to this game alone that I am a person who plays this up to this day in October of 2020.
  27. MRPCTV764
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    I LOVE THIS GAME MY FIRST GAME I EVER PLAY
    This was my first game and mostly the first console I have when I was 4 YEARS!?
    And you might ask yourself why is there 4-Year-old playing this game? well, My dad says f### it just let my son play this game, is not a super ultra graphics violence. and I was a little pro at this game but I couldn't play online 2 Reasons: I was too young to be    I LOVE THIS GAME MY FIRST GAME I EVER PLAY
    This was my first game and mostly the first console I have when I was 4 YEARS!?
    And you might ask yourself why is there 4-Year-old playing this game? well, My dad says f### it just let my son play this game, is not a super ultra graphics violence.
    and I was a little pro at this game but I couldn't play online 2 Reasons: I was too young to be online and my parents can't connect this Xbox to internet. then Years later with Xbox 360 and Xbox one I play online.    … Expand
  28. Fernandogza
    Oct 15, 2020
    10
    Halo, una saga hermosa que hasta el día de hoy sigue enamorando a los jugadores
  29. Osmann
    Oct 15, 2020
    10
    Gaming royalty, embodies the new shooter genre. As iconic as doom was in the 1990's, Halo carries the torch into the new century.
  30. storygamer
    Oct 15, 2020
    10
    For me personally, Halo: Combat Evolved was the main reason to buy a Xbox console. Everything about this game from graphics to gameplay is nearly perfect. The campaign and soundtrack are groundbreaking and the multiplayer is unique. You have to check it out, no matter what genres you like!
  31. Cintia-Lira
    Oct 10, 2020
    9
    Un juego que revolucióno a los shooters

    No sólo eso es muy adictiva la jugabilidad y puedes jugarlo varias veces sin aburrirte
  32. theoren
    Oct 1, 2020
    9
    9/10
    One of my favourite fps campaigns, and a very fun multiplayer. One of the best OSTs to a video game ever. This whole game was revolutionary to the console fps genre.
  33. fjsecmdjc
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    This game is one of the best games I have ever played, it is so much fun if you love shooters.
  34. MacMountainGoat
    Sep 27, 2020
    9
    Am I allowed to give this game a 9 just because it defined a genre, was revolutionary for it's time, and was an integral part of my childhood? It may have no character development, no memorable characters, and no moral lessons, but damn did this game slap. This game is all about the game play. It was so polished, smooth, well balanced and just plain fun. The graphics and environments wereAm I allowed to give this game a 9 just because it defined a genre, was revolutionary for it's time, and was an integral part of my childhood? It may have no character development, no memorable characters, and no moral lessons, but damn did this game slap. This game is all about the game play. It was so polished, smooth, well balanced and just plain fun. The graphics and environments were revolutionary for its time. It created and perfected a genre of high energy, rushing, combat that will be a pinnacle of shooters for the rest of time.… Expand
  35. ReDFloW
    Sep 23, 2020
    9
    Fué una auténtica revolución de los FPS como lo fue half life en su momento. Su banda sonora destaca por encima de todo junto su cómodo gameplay.

    Story: 9
    Characters: 9
    Gameplay: 10
    Graphics: 10
    Audio: 10
  36. DanteSGames
    Sep 16, 2020
    10
    Este juego es un clasico, fue una revolucion nunca antes vista y debemos de alabar este juego porque sin este no habria sido lo que es hoy el FPS o first person shooter, nos trajo una revolucion en lo grafico y en lo narrativo, no dire mas porque ya se ha dicho todo acerca de este gran juego.
  37. yangfanhong
    Sep 9, 2020
    8
    a phenomenal first person shooter that created and established standard for FPS on console platforms.
  38. BernardoUPoud
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Best fps of all time. this game was amazing.. I bought Xbox just for this game.
    Masterpiece.
    Graphics 10/10
    Story 10/10
    Characters 10/10
    Gameplay 9,5/10
  39. Ryousei29
    Aug 20, 2020
    8
    Ignore this, i just wrote this in all my reviews to have in somewhere a list of all cottent thats
    i've saw or played in my life. Just that, sorry if you see this and you are looking for something seious.
  40. Chis1006
    Aug 20, 2020
    10
    It's just a masterpiece, a great linear and non linear level, a great character development, a simple and perfect gameplay, Multiplayer, great dialogue, great narrative etc.
  41. Sygurd
    Aug 18, 2020
    9
    De este juego se puede decir muchas cosas, yo simplemente diré que en conjunto con Doom y Half Life fueron los juegos que escribieron y reescribieron el genero de los FPS, un imprescindible para cual fanático de los video juegos. Mi calificación personal 9.2/10
  42. JamesDrawsThngs
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    How incredibly lucky of Microsoft to have one of their launch titles for the OG Xbox be not only a massive critical success, but also capable of launching a whole new franchise and with Bungie even setting the standard for console shooters to come, much like RareWare before them. Halo is one of the most important and influential FPS games of all time, creating a whole new generation ofHow incredibly lucky of Microsoft to have one of their launch titles for the OG Xbox be not only a massive critical success, but also capable of launching a whole new franchise and with Bungie even setting the standard for console shooters to come, much like RareWare before them. Halo is one of the most important and influential FPS games of all time, creating a whole new generation of players, eventually giving way to sequels that would popularize the use of Xbox Live and becoming a big name in pop culture at large. I, myself, have very little experience with this series, only playing scattered bits of multiplayer every so often. I was curious to see not only if the original game in the series is able to hold up close to 20 years after its release, but also to see if it can make me into a fan. In many respects, Halo: CE does hold up remarkably well, and I'm glad I finally had the chance to experience it, but there is definitely a lot of room for improvement here.

    After a run-in with alien forces called the Covenant, you take control of super soldier Master Chief, whom, along with an AI companion named Cortana, land on a giant ring world aptly named Halo. You're charged with not only rescuing survivors on Halo, but also to stop the Covenant from using it as a possible weapon against Earth. The plot itself is rather bog-standard in the grand scheme of things, with loads of contrivances and use of technology that, bafflingly, never gets brought up or used before it is most convenient to the plot. I do enjoy some of the characters like Cortana and Major Johnson, but most everyone else, including the Master Chief, are pretty bare in comparison. For its time, the story was certainly far more ambitious compared to the average FPS, but it certainly feels like the first game in the series. The same can also be said for the game's visuals. While many of the environments are beautifully rendered and dripping with atmosphere, some of the character models do look pretty ugly, with even worse lip syncing. The soundtrack, though, is fantastic and has held up considerably well (even if it can feel out of place a lot of the time).

    Of course, the real meat of what made Halo an industry standard is in its gameplay. The game is divided into six chapters, and you travel various locations mowing down enemies and getting to the end destination. Since Halo was initially a console exclusive at the time, it was important for Bungie to nail down the controls with the Xbox controller, and man did they nail it. Halo is one of those games where you can still comfortably play with a gamepad to this day, perfect for those that aren't used to mouse and keyboard. The movement is silky smooth and each of the weapons feel just as gratifying. You are only allowed two primary weapons at a time, but it's not difficult to find ones you are more comfortable using as enemies and allies alike drop them frequently. The enemy AI can range from tactical and effective, to blindly charging standing out in the open like fools. Some of them, like the grunts, even react to different circumstances, like Covenant leaders being taken out or being handed a grenade. Ally AI is actually surprisingly effective here. If you are riding around in a vehicle, one can easily take shotgun or man the turret and help you mow down enemies, even performing victory fist bumps after a kill. They're are many little attentions to detail that are always greatly appreciated. Speaking of which, on occasion you'll even be given different vehicles to pilot, like an all terrain Warthog, a gliding Ghost or a flying Banshee. The Warthog takes a bit of getting used to, but the Ghost and Banshee are a blast to control. While Halo works great as a single-player experience, it is at its best in Co-op with a friend. There are so many more laughs and memorable moments you can create with a friend, and it can make going through some of the more arduous sections a lot more comfortable.

    Which leads me to the level design. The more open-ended environments aren't an issue.In fact, those levels are where the game shines best. It's when you get to the more claustrophobic temples that it starts to falter. Much of the layout and design of these more linear stages blend in with one another, making it easy to get lost if you don't know what you're doing, especially since the game doesn't point you in the right direction a lot of the time. The game also has you backtracking halfway through, with only a bit of variation to the stages, so it ends up being visually dull after a point.

    So, no, I don't think Halo is the masterpiece that many consider it to be. However, I did enjoy my time with the game and it managed to peak my interest in the rest of the series. It's a product of its time, but it's absolutely worth looking back on if you have never experienced the original or if it's been a good while since you first landed on that ring world.    … Expand
  43. skippiskip
    Aug 3, 2020
    9
    What can I say but this version of the game and Halo Reach are neck in neck as my favorite Halo games. This game has an amazing story with some of the best level designs I've ever seen. What keeps me from a perfect score is the recycled level. Typically I don't care if something was recycled, but this was the most annoying mission they could have recycled. My favorite weapons are theWhat can I say but this version of the game and Halo Reach are neck in neck as my favorite Halo games. This game has an amazing story with some of the best level designs I've ever seen. What keeps me from a perfect score is the recycled level. Typically I don't care if something was recycled, but this was the most annoying mission they could have recycled. My favorite weapons are the Assault Rifle and the Magnum, and they always come in handy. Enemies are diverse and each one requires a certain playstyle. Missions contain a mix of tight corners and wide-open battlefields. Sometimes the wide-open battlefields can feel boring because you have to run across great distances at times or there is not enough combat. One thing to remember about the campaign: BEWARE OF THE ROCKET FLOOD. The graphics are amazing for the art style and IMO, the graphics still hold up today because of the art style. Now for the multiplayer. I haven't played that much multiplayer, but what I have played, it's always fun. I never had 16 people to play with at once, so the big maps are more about screen peaking or playing hide and go seek. The best game modes to play with two to four people are slayer or rocket slayer, and it does not matter what map you are on. This is truly a must-play title.… Expand
  44. aspentitan
    Aug 2, 2020
    9
    19 years and the game still holds up IMO. This game was way ahead of its time and everyone should own this or at minimum complete the campaign. Here we have a game with great science fiction, a decent story, a linear but quite open game style, lots of choice in how to proceed within the game, interesting different areas and weapons, pretty decent visuals and sound effects and great AI19 years and the game still holds up IMO. This game was way ahead of its time and everyone should own this or at minimum complete the campaign. Here we have a game with great science fiction, a decent story, a linear but quite open game style, lots of choice in how to proceed within the game, interesting different areas and weapons, pretty decent visuals and sound effects and great AI that's different with different settings and virtually bug free with nonstop action from start to finish. How can you rate it any less than 9 or 10?. I however am being cruel with a 9 rating perhaps unjustly because I feel a few more tweaks could have improved the game. I would have preferred better sound options, especially to remove background music and to have a little extra differentiation in the feel of the weapons and weapon loading. This game truly is a masterpiece and one of very few retro games I think that deserve this praise. As I replay on heroic level I'm pretty impressed at the design and layout of the levels it is clear the game was overly play tested before release. The game is challenging by well placed design ideas and shows the love the game designers had for this game.… Expand
  45. mmallouhi12
    Aug 2, 2020
    2
    Did people even play Halo Reach then played this? or just fan boys all over the place??
    this game literally sucks compared to Reach, for various reasons:
    1- only handful of weapons to play with like for Humans you have 3 guns maybe and the covenant 3 2- Repetitive game play and arenas 3- There is 4 types of enemies with different "colors" 4- Your teammates A.I. is so broken they can't    Did people even play Halo Reach then played this? or just fan boys all over the place??
    this game literally sucks compared to Reach, for various reasons:
    1- only handful of weapons to play with like for Humans you have 3 guns maybe and the covenant 3
    2- Repetitive game play and arenas
    3- There is 4 types of enemies with different "colors"
    4- Your teammates A.I. is so broken they can't even drive you while you shoot (in Reach they used to drive you just fine)
    5- You totally forget about the story and what's happening because of the repetitive things you keep doing
    6- You can't take the Covenant sword from fallen enemies (In Reach you could)
    7- Boring and not at all fun that every corner there is a covenant soldier that is Camouflaged with the sword (1 hit 1 kill)
    8- While in the vehicle (e.g. the Scorpion) you lose health and armor instead of the vehicle?????

    Just don't play this garbage version of Halo.. Skip it

    P.S. YES I know it's 2020 and this game is 2001 lol    … Expand
  46. MysticReaper
    Jul 31, 2020
    10
    A true classic that still lives up to "Killer app for the xbox!" It deserves no hate ever!
  47. AnAmazingGoose2
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    After 19 years, It's still one of best video games the 21st century, The gameplay and controls are smooth, the story is great, the A.I STILL hold's up and the soundtrack is a masterpiece.
  48. Mrman69
    Jul 27, 2020
    8
    ✅83%
    Honestly one of the weakest of the Halo games. Quite repetitive and way too short, but a good time and nostalgic.
  49. ZeSniper70
    Jul 26, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is my opinion is truly a masterpiece in every way I’ve beaten the game about 5 or 6 times and just can’t stop playing I truly think this game defines the FPS genre as a whole I think the way the game was made in terms of level design and story really shows. Overall if you looking to buy this game or haven’t bought it I would, My rating for this game is 98/100 Now I would give this game a 100/100 but there are a few things that I could pick at SPOILER ALERT: the mission “two betrayals” is the only mission in the entire game that I don’t love but also don’t hate I think replaying “assault on the control room” backwards is a bit weird but still A good mission it’s basically just “assault on the control room” but harder. And then there’s rock launcher flood which also kinda suck because it basically never tells you if there going to be there so if your playing it for the first time your going to explode. Other than that this game is fun and a great game even though these things are annoying they still promote challenge and fun. best missions IN MY OPINION: “The Library” “Keyes” “The Maw” -The Library
    Ok so basically I k ow most people hate “the library” for its very repetitive 4 floor level gameplay but I think this mission really is one of the best, see in the mission 343 guilty spark the flood are introduced and then the library is right after that, the library helps you learn your way around the flood for the the next 3 missions in the game so you have experience or at least know what to expect.

    -Keyes
    So even though this is another mission somewhat similar to “two betrayals“ except shorter and more corridor type shooting to be it’s a great mission, taking you back to the beginning we’re you started can show to the player that the game is coming to an end in which Keyes is the 9/10 mission, overall I love this mission i don’t know why but for some reasons it’s entertaining, another thing about this backwards level design is that it’s there to show the player the covenant are being overrun by flood I think this creates a climactic type feel into the game and help rise to the top of the story, anyways overall great mission.

    -The Maw.
    I truly think that this is the BEST FPS ENDING IN HISTORY basically it takes you back to the pillar of autumn but this time it’s override by flood, one thing I love about this mission that I love is that it’s not to long but also not to short this mission has the perfect length to a game ending in my opinion so for those who hate the library this may be a side of relief. The ending with the worth of is really cool and a great ending to a FPS game.

    -Thank You for reading this post.    … Expand
  50. jaysenmellowz
    Jul 26, 2020
    8
    Okay mother.....s that hate this game... give me a decent reason this game blows. The campaign wasnt bad and there was no hype towards the campaign so it was what i expected. There was hype on the multiplayer and it has exceeded all the hype by far. It has executed more than expected. It is still to this the the most played xbox live game. And just because you are a computer gamer, doesntOkay mother.....s that hate this game... give me a decent reason this game blows. The campaign wasnt bad and there was no hype towards the campaign so it was what i expected. There was hype on the multiplayer and it has exceeded all the hype by far. It has executed more than expected. It is still to this the the most played xbox live game. And just because you are a computer gamer, doesnt mean every other ... game out there sucks. Hey there are more computer games out there that blow worse than any xbox game. So you can just shut the ... up!… Expand
  51. jordanlearmonth
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    It’s always been a classic and kickstarter for the Xbox it had many features that games today are implementing because of it. The story starts on the Pillar of Autumn which is a UNSC (human) ship, after it just escaped from the planet of Reach which was destroyed by the alien faction known as the Covenant. The Covenant consists of many species and are added to in later installments of theIt’s always been a classic and kickstarter for the Xbox it had many features that games today are implementing because of it. The story starts on the Pillar of Autumn which is a UNSC (human) ship, after it just escaped from the planet of Reach which was destroyed by the alien faction known as the Covenant. The Covenant consists of many species and are added to in later installments of the franchise. The ship comes across a weapon from an ancient society known as the Forrunners, this weapon is a giant artificial world in the shape of a ring as the Pillar of Autumn is attacked you escape to the ring in a life boat and the ship crash landed on the ring. This ring contains a multitude of creatures kept in containment but where accidentally released by the Covenant, the creatures are parasitic life forms and you must fight through it all and find a way to destroy the ring before it is used to wipe out all sentient life in the galaxy, it was designed to stop the flood by killing its food which is sentient life. Then there is the multiplayer which back in the day was incredible and allowed to have to be in the same room as a friend your playing with and it was very fun to play the whole campaign co-op with my best friends, those were the days back in 2001 this game is still incredible to this day as an anniversary version was released in 2010 or 2011 I believe that overhauled on the graphics and added some other features like audio improvement and it made Marty O’ Donnell’s incredible music a bit louder in gameplay. Overall this game was and still is a masterpiece and I think it’s always gonna be better than many games today and if you’ve never played this game I suggest you get to it because it is a true original that helped make Xbox what it is today.… Expand
  52. sableyir
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Este juego me encanto ya que es de una guerra en el espacio y después los giros de la historia que es muy buena , y sobre todo el jefe maestro. y cuando la pelea se vuelve a tres bandos es lo mejor.
  53. brauxxd116
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Excelentes Gráficos, buena historia, increíble soundtrack, buena jugabilidad, entretenido y lo más importante es Divertido.

    HALO CE un videojuego de verdad, de los mejores de la Historia.
  54. Justareviewer21
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    What can i say about this legend, it’s revolutionary, really fun and impressive. But some levels are... bad
  55. Ispectatort
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best start to a best sci-fi game series of all time considering Mass Effect lost the place after Andromeda.
  56. Pplatt
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    That first time you walked through a level transition and out into a battle between AI Covenant and Marines... that, on a console, blew my mind. The story might be muddled and weird as the series goes on, but the simple thrill of the incredibly well-balance gun fights has just gotten better as it advanced. This is the game that made Xbox the place to go for FPS games and as far as I'mThat first time you walked through a level transition and out into a battle between AI Covenant and Marines... that, on a console, blew my mind. The story might be muddled and weird as the series goes on, but the simple thrill of the incredibly well-balance gun fights has just gotten better as it advanced. This is the game that made Xbox the place to go for FPS games and as far as I'm concerned it's the most fun.… Expand
  57. Yaboihasataco
    Jul 17, 2020
    9
    This game is a masterpiece. The starting games in the halo franchise was a landmark, groundbreaking title that made console shooter games viable. The gameplay is free, open, and has lots of things for you to do. The difficulty is perfectly manageable and you have full control over your deaths. The multiplayer was and still is a great party game to play on split screen. Overall, just anThis game is a masterpiece. The starting games in the halo franchise was a landmark, groundbreaking title that made console shooter games viable. The gameplay is free, open, and has lots of things for you to do. The difficulty is perfectly manageable and you have full control over your deaths. The multiplayer was and still is a great party game to play on split screen. Overall, just an amazing game with just some minor drawbacks here or there that culminates to an unforgettable gaming experience.… Expand
  58. SebbyPlaysMusic
    Jul 17, 2020
    9
    Oh, Halo; My first foray into "next gen" 3d graphics that weren't just blocky figures. It was particularly impressive at the time, comparable to very few games of that generation graphically, and I still wouldn't call it an eyesore by today's standards.

    The campaign is a strong point with many unforgettable sections, but the absolute best reason to play this game, even now, is because    Oh, Halo; My first foray into "next gen" 3d graphics that weren't just blocky figures. It was particularly impressive at the time, comparable to very few games of that generation graphically, and I still wouldn't call it an eyesore by today's standards.

    The campaign is a strong point with many unforgettable sections, but the absolute best reason to play this game, even now, is because of the co-op in campaign mode; I have so many good memories of feeling myself get more intensely engaged as I cover for my friend, and vice versa. Easily worth playing through all 10 levels.

    Other strong points include a cinematic-level soundtrack, effective/engaging controls, and occasionally highly unpredictable AI.

    Multi-player outside of co-op was solid, but much better in Halo 2, while the campaign for Halo 2 was less engaging to me story-wise. The weakest point about this game is that it's just not for everyone; I can imagine someone wanting Borderlands or Call of Duty and shunning this, though they probably both got a little bit of their magic from this.
    If you're not picky, definitely recommend starting here.    … Expand
  59. Emadddd
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Best third person shooter i have played in my life is halo of course and its pure joy
  60. Samuel150304
    Jul 14, 2020
    10
    Perfeito! Simplesmente perfeito, o jogo que revolucionou o FPS no mundo nos games, o FPS com maior Lore que já existiu! Com sua história transbordando do game e indo até livros, filmes, séries e até Hq's
  61. xxboxx
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    HALO: Combat Evolved is way ahead of its time, and probably marks its place as the best FPS game ever.
    It's not a perfect game, even if the power of nostalgia blinds me to its few flaws, but it remains as one of the best experiences I've had in gaming.
  62. QueenEmily
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    De los mejores y mas icónicos de la historia.
    Nada que sony logre hacer igual de icónico, cualquier persona aunque no sea gamer seguro a oido hablar de estos juegos
  63. xavamanx
    Jul 4, 2020
    10
    My favorite game!epic game like Bible !master chief awesome and awesome this story!awesome physics,atmosphere( like horror +blockbuster),awesome graphics(for this time )it's the best space shooter for this time(2001)with awesome gameplay!recommend play this game!/Это лучший космический,фантастический шутер своего времени !очень крутая графика для своего времени (2001),классный геймплейMy favorite game!epic game like Bible !master chief awesome and awesome this story!awesome physics,atmosphere( like horror +blockbuster),awesome graphics(for this time )it's the best space shooter for this time(2001)with awesome gameplay!recommend play this game!/Это лучший космический,фантастический шутер своего времени !очень крутая графика для своего времени (2001),классный геймплей ,супер атмосфера (игра в стиле ужас+боевик!),крутая музыка ,интересная физика !Мастер чиф реально крут и так же крута это история Halo!проходил игру залпом очень много раз на разных консолях xbox original ,xbox 360 /xbox one/x!Halo/master chief это и есть xbox!… Expand
  64. 738384ur8rur4i
    Jul 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love halo Agshsgdhehdhdhdbsbdhkcjgxkyciydiydiydiyciycoyckycoyciyxitxiyxoyditdoyxoycoycgkxgurztxtx… Expand
  65. brunopersio1986
    Jul 2, 2020
    0
    The end mission is ridiculous, drive the warhog is like drive in ice no matter where you are.
  66. owenbeast
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    This game is my favourite of all time, when i played this game it was my first experience with xbox when i got this game at release, to this day it remains my favourite. No game has beaten the feeling i first got playing this game and it has stood the test of time. Gameplay and graphics for it's time were 10/10 in my opinion and even the story reached that point for me, this game got meThis game is my favourite of all time, when i played this game it was my first experience with xbox when i got this game at release, to this day it remains my favourite. No game has beaten the feeling i first got playing this game and it has stood the test of time. Gameplay and graphics for it's time were 10/10 in my opinion and even the story reached that point for me, this game got me interested in the lore and story of all of the halo series, i cannot praise this game enough and i hope halo infinite is up there with this game standing by it's side.… Expand
  67. ewenr
    Jun 30, 2020
    7
    Played this game nearly 20 years after release so unsurprisingly it doesn't hold a candle to current generation games. However, it held up better than I expected and was certainly fun, if a little sparse.
  68. Jonathon30388
    Jun 29, 2020
    10
    An fps classic, with graphics that still look good to this day, if you like fps games, or doom. I suggest if for you
  69. Davit93
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Que recuerdos!!! Este juego es un manojo de emociones con mis compañeros de juego
  70. AnarcoFascista
    Jun 25, 2020
    10
    Francamente, um jogo que definiu um estilo não merece nota menor. Halo é um jogo incrível do inicio ao fim, com uma gameplay inovadora pra época, história marcante e grande variedade de cenários, veiculos e armas. 10 é pouco pra esta masterpiece
  71. 1nvas1on
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    A great and revolutionary of its time game. The Story is good the game play is fun. A very solid game!
  72. Blaxters
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Espléndido... Este juego es el inicio de una de las mejores sagas de la historia de los videojuegos
  73. DestinyDoer
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    The story is great. The music is great. I love the dialogue in this game. This game gives a lot of memories.
  74. CupidCake345
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    oh my god! What a game! Masterchief is a god, and this is the best Xbox game ever made. 10/10
  75. Lilbaks
    Jun 20, 2020
    0
    El juego más absurdo y aburrido que he jugado en mi vida no puedo creer que a la gente le guste esto
  76. Elanonimous
    Jun 20, 2020
    1
    Nunca he entendido a los fans de esta saga al sobre valorar los juegos de esta franquisia pienso que es un shooter como cualquier otro aunque admito que bastante bien hecho pero no lo consideraría de culto
  77. Corvomortal
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Realmente mi halo favorito perdí la cuenta de las veces que lo he completado,realmente cambió un antes y un después de los juegos de disparos en primera persona
  78. PlumbGecko8016
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This game... this masterpiece literally pioneered console gaming, every time I replay it the controls feel very natural. It also started an absolute juggernaut of a gaming experience... just don't attempt to touch a moving vehicle, because that's a absolute horrible idea
  79. Vitorwlr17
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores jogos da historia dos FPS, simplesmente incrível o que ele fez para sua época.
  80. Naxotrollxdwtf
    Jun 19, 2020
    1
    I feel the game a little boring, but the horse for all is not bailable on macOS
  81. HVAR
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    10/10 and rightfully so. Fun gameplay and good story. The best action music in video gaming history
  82. babue
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Halo: Combat Evolved is a 2001 first person shooter title that took what Goldeneye 007 did for the genre on consoles and improved upon it to make the Xbox the primary platform for what would soon become the most popular genre in the industry. The game features everything a player would want in a shooter game. An epic single player campaign complete with a variety of weapons, vehicles andHalo: Combat Evolved is a 2001 first person shooter title that took what Goldeneye 007 did for the genre on consoles and improved upon it to make the Xbox the primary platform for what would soon become the most popular genre in the industry. The game features everything a player would want in a shooter game. An epic single player campaign complete with a variety of weapons, vehicles and enemies that keep you changing up your strategy and encourages you to try new things. The story draws you in and makes you want to know what happens next to the point that many gamers have stated that Halo was the first game they ever "pulled an all nighter" playing just to get the the end of the campaign. Then you can experience it all again with a friend in co-op or begin your addiction to the multiplayer component that is sure to have you spending many late nights (and early mornings) trying to best your friends a game of capture the flag or slayer. A title that revolutionized the industry and put Xbox on the map. Halo is a must play for any fan of the genre.… Expand
  83. Andy_xz
    Jun 15, 2020
    9
    Me gusta mucho el juego una historia épica de ciencia ficción que nos pone en los zapatos de los seres humano en contra de una raza extraterrestre
  84. CDizzness
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    I began a new file about a month ago, and wowwwwwwwww. I can't believe how well this game still holds up. It sounds amazing on my Denon 5.1 surround system, the gameplay is just as fun as I remember almost 20 years ago...(I was 8 when this game released and got it for Christmas)...I remember how dissapointed I was that Christmas that I got an Xbox instead of a PS2...but as the years wentI began a new file about a month ago, and wowwwwwwwww. I can't believe how well this game still holds up. It sounds amazing on my Denon 5.1 surround system, the gameplay is just as fun as I remember almost 20 years ago...(I was 8 when this game released and got it for Christmas)...I remember how dissapointed I was that Christmas that I got an Xbox instead of a PS2...but as the years went on I really wasnt that upset. Also, after realizing how much more powerful the Xbox was than the other 2 consoles at the time made me more okay with it...that and the fact that back then, Xbox had support from alllllll kinds of Japanese studios, one of the best being Team Ninja. (Xbox acquired one of the best ninja games of all time Ninja Gaiden!!!) anywho, I got off subject. This game is beyond nostalgic for me, it's just so well made. The graphics are amazing too for a 2001 game, the lighting effects the bump mapping, the bullet decals literally never disappearing no matter how many times you fire...what happened to little details like that? Seems like soo many games these days go for photorealism and forget the "realism" aspect. Hah! Also, the AI, actually feels ArTiFiCiAlLy InTeLliGeNt!!! This is how you code AI characters in a shooter! Not only does my crew feel like they are aware of their surroundings, but so do my enemies! A battle actually feels like a challenge and rewarding afterwards! This feels like Halo because it IS HALO. Bungie made a big mistake leaving this project because 343 Studios has screwed up every iteration since taking over. The original Halo is so captivating, the storyline is so engaging, I am actually watching cutscenes, because as a kid, I just wanted to shoot stuff. But, as an adult, I want to know the real story, I want to know what Halo is, I want to BE Master Chief. Bring back this feeling 343, or stop f*****g making games with the name "Halo" because your games are not this!!! If you want to play a true classic, play this game, play it on your 360 even, set the resolution to 480p so that it scales widescreen. It looks amazing, even on my 65" 4k Samsung. That says a lot considering older games usually look like trash on new TVs. Also, stop spamming this freaking game you 0 rating POS's obviously you probably play Fortnite and are pissed because you can't play an actual ViDeO GaMe that requires you to think beyond, "uh huh imma build this random f*****g wall so uh huh noone can uhhhh shoot back at me". Halo is about observing your enemy, your environment, running, taking cover, allow yourself to heal then go back out and kick some @$$! Go on with those petty reviews elsewhere. Now stop reading and find a copy if you don't have one already!… Expand
  85. SeuBelarmino
    Jun 1, 2020
    7
    Halo: Combat Evolved brought me good experience in terms of shooting bunch of enemies and kicking their asses most part of the time by you and you

    But without mention the badass moments of Master Chief, the game is pretty repetitive and linear, it lacks a lot about guns, enemies variety, and level design The plot is pretty straight forward, i kinda like the sci-fi cliché with aliens (my    Halo: Combat Evolved brought me good experience in terms of shooting bunch of enemies and kicking their asses most part of the time by you and you

    But without mention the badass moments of Master Chief, the game is pretty repetitive and linear, it lacks a lot about guns, enemies variety, and level design

    The plot is pretty straight forward, i kinda like the sci-fi cliché with aliens (my opinion)

    Gonna give it a shot at the other games, so i can compare better

    Still, it's a good game. Not that hype, but it's good and can make you have some fun    … Expand
  86. yukahenzo
    May 23, 2020
    0
    El peor juego que he jugado en mi vida, no lo recomiendo..
    no lo compren no lo jueguen, no sirve.
  87. PandaPowGames
    May 19, 2020
    10
    It’s a great game multiplayer is really fun for you and your friends and the campaign is great overall a great time
  88. MasterBeef_117
    May 18, 2020
    10
    Halo: Combat Evolved is an absolute masterpiece that perfected the FPS formula and brought a whole new world to gaming consoles.
  89. Riantx
    May 12, 2020
    10
    still remains one of the best FPS games I have ever played and still remains a game with a very rich history, amazing environment. Very good
  90. olokinhu32
    May 11, 2020
    10
    simply a perfect game.this is the start of the best microsoft franchise!a big and fun universe with humans,covenants and the flood
  91. MRAlvesGames
    May 7, 2020
    10
    This game is Delicious oh yeah thats so delicious oh oh oh deli c c i o u s
  92. Pascamp
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Melhor game feito nas últimas décadas . Vale muito a pena jogar . Enredo perfeito
  93. Nomoreheroes122
    Apr 27, 2020
    0
    Lo jugué un rato para probarlo y también jugué los multiplayer de los otros halo.por ejemplo el 4 . Son pésimos en todo sentido y aspectos tanto campaña como multiplayers
  94. l33t5p34k3r
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I have played so far. A beginning of an epic story with one of the most intense fights and one of the best implementations of a FPS on a console
  95. Kevin402
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    Literally the best game of all time.
    How is Tony Hawks skater game ahead of this revolutionary masterpiece?
    Shame on Metacritic.
  96. LB_CO
    Apr 20, 2020
    10
    "Halo Combat Evolved" is a revolutionary masterpeice with fun gameplay and an endless amount of pure action.
  97. Captain_Faramir
    Apr 17, 2020
    8
    8.4 - Some very memorable missions, and some annoying missions that can feel like a chore at times. For the first game in the series, Halo CE is still pretty ageless. It simply never gets boring no matter how many times you play it. Of course this mainly pertains to the multiplayer because the campaign can be limiting. Environments and gameplay have now become iconic, and have and will8.4 - Some very memorable missions, and some annoying missions that can feel like a chore at times. For the first game in the series, Halo CE is still pretty ageless. It simply never gets boring no matter how many times you play it. Of course this mainly pertains to the multiplayer because the campaign can be limiting. Environments and gameplay have now become iconic, and have and will inspire games for decades.… Expand
  98. papassab
    Apr 17, 2020
    0
    Bueno al fin tengo la oportunidad de decir lo que pienso de este "juego". Lo jugué hace ya tiempo y puedo decir que este juego es un insulto a la comunidad gamer. Es un juego pésimo y aburrido
  99. magnosanli
    Apr 14, 2020
    10
    Best gamer ver..

    Halo 1, traz uma revolução para o gênero e faz isso de uma forma perfeita, cenários semi aberto mundo vivo e carismático história impecável com reviravoltas emocionantes , um gamplay e jogabilidade único com certeza revolucionário e a trilha sonora mais impecável um jogo do Gênero
  100. Wildfirexl
    Apr 7, 2020
    0
    Uno de los peores juegos que he jugado en mi vida o tal vez el peor. Esta mucho mejor gears of war su historia y jugabilidad te atrapa .halo no tiene nada bueno
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#1 Best Xbox Game of 2001
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Universal acclaim - based on 68 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 68 out of 68
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 68
  3. Negative: 0 out of 68
  1. Xbox Nation Magazine
    100
    Halo is quite simply the closest thing we have ever experienced to a living, breathing alternate universe. [Jan 2002, p.72]
  2. GMR Magazine
    100
    The definitive reason to own an Xbox. [Feb 2003, p.95]
  3. Gamestyle
    100
    When you finally set down the controller the first time, and eventually hunger or exhaustion do force all of us to take a break, Halo has pulled you completely into its world and started one of the best sci-fi gaming adventures of all time.
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