Halo: Combat Evolved

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  1. Travistravel
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Halo CE is an absolute classic in everyway. The architecture is both Ancient and Alien. The soundtrack is basically Timeless. The Gameplay holds up pretty well, this game is a Masterpiece.
  2. PlagueMan
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    Halo 1 or Combat Evolved is timeless in it's every aspect, visuals, graphics, gameplay, story and so on... This is a must play for everyone who is a fan of fps games, This genre-changing masterpiece is the best reason to buy an xbox now, but the anniversary version sucks.
  3. ibrahimkhan1234
    Dec 13, 2021
    9
    This game still holds up as one of the best shooters not ass good as halo 2 or 3 but it still is amazing
  4. Hayaow93
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Halo CE, it CE 19 years after it's release still a masterpiece? Well, yes. The Gameplay definitely holds up, because Halo 1's gameplay is the most sound out of all gameplays. And the story is deep enough for mature audiences to understand and admire it.
  5. JohnnyTak39
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Halo CE is a pure experience in everyway. When you first play the game, it feels so unique and different in every aspect, art design, visual architecture, srory, characters... You feel like you're playing an action sci-fi masterpiece, and that's exactly what it is!
  6. Aldo_Glz
    Dec 27, 2020
    9
    Easily, one of the games I have finished more than 10 times. The story of the Master Chief exploring Halo is a classic, but it was not there where I spent most of the time with this game, it was in the amazing and funny multiplayer!
  7. DancerofBorel
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    If it wasn't for Halo Combat Evolved, there wouldn't be no XBOX... Halo CE is definitely one of the best and most influential video games in the industry, and even if you don't like it, RESPECT it.
  8. Hormanee
    Dec 29, 2020
    9
    Halo 1 built upon the legacy of Half-Life, and delivered an amazing sci-fi experience. The soundtrack is amazing, the gameplay is so balanced and fun, the storyline is intriguing and mysterious, the characters are memorable and the experience is simply timeless. The level design though is a bit questionable, Bungie's decision to reuse the same levels in the second half of the game made theHalo 1 built upon the legacy of Half-Life, and delivered an amazing sci-fi experience. The soundtrack is amazing, the gameplay is so balanced and fun, the storyline is intriguing and mysterious, the characters are memorable and the experience is simply timeless. The level design though is a bit questionable, Bungie's decision to reuse the same levels in the second half of the game made the game feeling less varied. But other than the level design Combat Evolved captured the cinematic sci-fi experience many of us thought we never needed. I can say the Halo 1 is a masterpiece but it is certainly flawed and the replay value isn't as much as other high-quality first person titles like Half-Life, Bioshock or Quake. But the experience is definitely worth it.… Expand
  9. EnYadir43
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    Halo Combat Evolved, people say this game doesn't hold up... Hale CE came when even call of duty did not exist, when bioshock didn't exist, when half-life 2 didn't exist, when portal didn't exist... and just to see how revolutionary this game was all you need to do is to take a look at all the fps games that came before and after Halo CE.
  10. Tte93
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    Halo CE Is truly one of the most unique and iconic games in the history, halo changed the industry in everyway with its AI, level design, Novel-like Story, full filled characters, controls and soundtrack. Basically, a Masterpiece.
  11. HelloDarkness38
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    Halo CE is one of the weirdest games i ever played. Seriously, i have played a lot of games since 1990 but this game is the most unique and distinct, from its architecture and level design to its impressive soundtrack and gunplay. Another great thing about this game is t he pacing, this game is so well-paced.
  12. Meta_Critzz
    May 25, 2021
    10
    Holy COW! This game is amazing. This may be one of the best FPS games of all time, trust me. The gameplay is always balanced, and the weapons are amazing. The enemies are not crazy overpowered but they can pose a challenge if you are not being careful and on your toes. This game is definitely worth playing and getting an Xbox for!
  13. SteinZero
    May 19, 2023
    10
    Halo: Combat Evolved é um verdadeiro marco nos jogos de tiro em primeira pessoa. Lançado em 2001, o jogo ainda permanece como um dos meus favoritos até hoje.

    A história de Halo: Combat Evolved me cativou desde o início. Interpretando o papel do icônico Master Chief, embarquei em uma jornada épica contra a ameaça alienígena conhecida como Covenant. A narrativa envolvente me fez mergulhar    Halo: Combat Evolved é um verdadeiro marco nos jogos de tiro em primeira pessoa. Lançado em 2001, o jogo ainda permanece como um dos meus favoritos até hoje.

    A história de Halo: Combat Evolved me cativou desde o início. Interpretando o papel do icônico Master Chief, embarquei em uma jornada épica contra a ameaça alienígena conhecida como Covenant. A narrativa envolvente me fez mergulhar em um universo de ficção científica complexo, cheio de segredos e reviravoltas. A medida que avançava pelos níveis cuidadosamente projetados, desvendava a história e me conectava emocionalmente aos personagens e ao mundo ao meu redor.

    A jogabilidade de Halo: Combat Evolved é simplesmente incrível. Os controles são responsivos e intuitivos, permitindo movimentos suaves e precisos. Os combates são empolgantes e estratégicos, com uma ampla variedade de armas e veículos à minha disposição. Explorar os vastos ambientes do jogo, utilizando veículos como o Warthog ou o icônico tanque Scorpion, adicionou uma camada extra de diversão e estratégia às batalhas.

    O design dos níveis é um dos pontos altos do jogo. Cada ambiente é meticulosamente detalhado e oferece uma combinação perfeita de espaços abertos e fechados. A exploração é incentivada, e eu me encontrava constantemente descobrindo segredos escondidos e rotas alternativas. Além disso, a variedade de cenários é impressionante, desde paisagens alienígenas exuberantes até instalações militares futuristas, cada um deles repleto de detalhes visuais deslumbrantes.

    A trilha sonora de Halo: Combat Evolved é uma verdadeira obra-prima. As composições de Martin O'Donnell e Michael Salvatori criam uma atmosfera emocionante e imersiva, acompanhando perfeitamente as situações de combate e os momentos de suspense. Até hoje, os temas musicais do jogo me transportam de volta aos momentos emocionantes que vivenciei durante a jogatina.    … Expand
  14. Vidmaster117
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    This game put simply is a masterpiece. This game is almost 20 years old and still can go toe to toe with any game on the market today. This game is the reason we have First Person Shooters on console and is the reason for the dual stick control scheme that all consoles use today. This game still has atmosphere like no other game I’ve ever played and the world of halo intrigues you andThis game put simply is a masterpiece. This game is almost 20 years old and still can go toe to toe with any game on the market today. This game is the reason we have First Person Shooters on console and is the reason for the dual stick control scheme that all consoles use today. This game still has atmosphere like no other game I’ve ever played and the world of halo intrigues you and makes you want to know more about this universe. This game also nails gameplay with revolutionary A.I who have roles that function much like a game of chess. All of the factions function and behave in different ways. Not to mention this game had one of the greatest twists of all time, which I’m not going to spoil here if you don’t know what I’m talking about. It is likely that without Halo Combat Evolved gaming would not be the same as it is today.… Expand
  15. RTCWFAN
    May 6, 2023
    10
    Nothing beats the first Halo game. It's maybe the best console shooter ever released. For me, it was a reason to buy the original Xbox - and still is today. Pure nostalgia! Overall rating: 9,5.
  16. Alex1533
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Um clássico de FPS que revolucionou a indústria, um trabalho perfeito da Bungie
  17. RockFigo
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Un gran juego, pionero en los juegos de disparos en la jugabilidad, uso de vehículos y una gran historia. Estandarte de Xbox y con una banda sonora sensacional, apartado gráfico increíble y con un multijugador y pantalla dividida con mucha diversión.
  18. Naselone
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    Amazing. The Gameplay is flawless and the storytelling is epic. The Weapons feel trustworthy and reliable.
  19. J0hnnybuster
    Apr 18, 2021
    9
    I played this game 18 years after it was released and even with the very aged graphics the game still looks and feels amazing. Its gameplay that is still fun all these years later make me call it nothing but a masterpiece. It is one of the most amazing sci-fi experiences of all time and is a must play for all old and new FPS fans.
  20. thegamer105
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    A must play shooter with 0 flaws 20 years later.
    This game has a masterpiece story and Multiplayer.
  21. FTYVITAL
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Solo diré magnífico tanto su narrativa su historia y para tener buenos gráficos en Su época sin duda de los mejores shooters del espacio, la historia sobre el Covenant y como Master chief empatiza con cortaba.
  22. MutedEternal
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    This is the Greatest game in the entire franchise. Can't beat the classics! It MADE Xbox
  23. MatheusLopes
    May 2, 2021
    10
    Father of first-person shooter games

    Incredible campaign, lots of twists, very pleasant experience, and a lot of nostalgia, I played when I was a kid and I went back to playing for the Master Chief Collection
  24. GogglesofCritic
    May 23, 2021
    9
    Well the level design is a bit weird, felt like bungie just copy pasted the first few levels for the second half of the game but other elements of Halo 1 kick ass. The soundtrack is fantastic and capable of playing with moods and emotions. The characters are one-dimensional but they are all vital for the story, the story itself is so fun. I loved the flood twist it was creepy and perfectlyWell the level design is a bit weird, felt like bungie just copy pasted the first few levels for the second half of the game but other elements of Halo 1 kick ass. The soundtrack is fantastic and capable of playing with moods and emotions. The characters are one-dimensional but they are all vital for the story, the story itself is so fun. I loved the flood twist it was creepy and perfectly written. Halo Combat Evolved is a must-play experience for any fps fan or video game fan out there and it deserves the title of being one of the best video games ever made.… Expand
  25. Politicalgamer7
    May 26, 2021
    10
    In 2001, Xbox intoduced Halo, one of the most revolutionary fps games ever made or was it? Halo wasn't as impactful as Half-Life 2 and Half-Life 2 is a bit richer in experience but Halo brought a 10-year-old genre to a whole new type of players, i never owned an xbox but i played Halo on xbox and for console players, Halo was beyond Heaven. Its cinematic feeling, satisfying gameplayIn 2001, Xbox intoduced Halo, one of the most revolutionary fps games ever made or was it? Halo wasn't as impactful as Half-Life 2 and Half-Life 2 is a bit richer in experience but Halo brought a 10-year-old genre to a whole new type of players, i never owned an xbox but i played Halo on xbox and for console players, Halo was beyond Heaven. Its cinematic feeling, satisfying gameplay (although a bit simple), online multiplayer and beautiful graphics definitely guaranteed a fantastic experience.
    Halo's level design was a bit lazy, it wasn't that much of a concern since CE was the most advanced shooter in the market back in the day but nowadays it can feel a bit repetitive and that's my only problem with Halo. More varied level design could have made Halo a more memorable journey but Halo did its job pretty well. Halo was the next step in the industry, which was surpassed by Half-Life 2 and Half-Life 2 was surpassed itself three years later by Halo 3.    … Expand
  26. Ale_Ackerman206
    Jun 9, 2021
    9
    simply one of the best games of the genre, revolutionary for its time, undoubtedly the best Halo
  27. phantypengy
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    i mean, this game is one of the few that i would call an "epic masterpiece" because it started off the halo series and also was probably the best halo to come out because it is simple unlike halo 5 and has an enjoyable story unlike halo 5 and every weapon in the sandbox has a specific use unlike halo 5.

    10/10 halo experience epic masterpiece
  28. Goodbadcritic45
    Jun 30, 2021
    10
    Halo Combat Evolved is known to establish the first-person shooter genre on video game cosnoles. I didn't play the game in 2001 but i experienced some of the levels the most interesting one for me was assault on the control room. Halo's level design is brilliant but lazy at the same time, it seems like Bungie used RTS maps for the game and had to recreate some of the linear parts of theHalo Combat Evolved is known to establish the first-person shooter genre on video game cosnoles. I didn't play the game in 2001 but i experienced some of the levels the most interesting one for me was assault on the control room. Halo's level design is brilliant but lazy at the same time, it seems like Bungie used RTS maps for the game and had to recreate some of the linear parts of the level to save some time. Sometimes the level design works and other times it doesn't, after assault on the control room, 343 guilty spark started really interesting but after you go inside the structure the level just goes downhill after that. The decline in quality in the second half resulted in better presentation and cutscenes. The game had some spawn problems in some places but normally everything played out perfectly. The Story is simple but well-written and expertly-directed. Halo's biggest strength is the music, the adaptive music in halo makes the experience more powerful and immersive than any other shooter in the market. The voice acting is top-notch amd the graphics are still impressive, i like the simplicity of them. The anniversary graphics are an eye sore. What made Half-Life so exciting was the simple premise yet the complex narration. Halo benefits from that as well, Halo tells an epic meaningful sci-fi story dynamically. If you haven't played Halo i highly recommend playing it, i played the steam version of halo but with the original graphics and i ran into no bugs or glitches.… Expand
  29. UrbanGoose
    Jun 28, 2021
    9
    This game is just pure thrill and fun. The story is interesting enough and the gamrplay is amazing enough to make this the perfect shooter.
  30. Yabba
    Jul 2, 2021
    8
    I am reviewing this in 2021, so I am basing my review not only on the game itself, but how it holds up years later.

    It is still the revolutionary shooter it is acclaimed to be, however there are a two issues that really bring its score down. First, the driving is terrible, warthog handling specifically is absolute garbage, I don't see how anyone settled for that. Pretty annoying the final    I am reviewing this in 2021, so I am basing my review not only on the game itself, but how it holds up years later.

    It is still the revolutionary shooter it is acclaimed to be, however there are a two issues that really bring its score down. First, the driving is terrible, warthog handling specifically is absolute garbage, I don't see how anyone settled for that. Pretty annoying the final missions is an intense escape but I'm detached because the DRIVING SUCKS. This was a real deal breaker, Secondly, the checkpoints are inconsistent which is frustrating, sometimes I'd die in similar place 4 times and would respawn anywhere near the first 3 times, and if that's because the game is taking pity then I don't like that either, consistency is key.

    Overall though, fun and brilliant shooter that changed the game, my first completed halo. I hope when I play through the rest there have been some improvements    … Expand
  31. Torment3837
    Jul 12, 2021
    8
    Originally i gave this game a 10 but to be honest, Halo was never a masterpiece.
    It's one of the most overrated shooters in the history but that doesn't mean it's not fun to play because Halo's gameplay will suck you ib.
    The story is really simple and isn't that much complex, there might be twist here and there but it's kind of forgettable. Halo's best offering is direction and presentation.
  32. CloudStrife05
    Aug 19, 2021
    9
    20 years later and this game is still as amazing as ever. It single-handedly saved Microsoft from being a complete failure in the console world.
  33. xDaniloS117x
    Aug 18, 2021
    10
    Meu jogo favorito, incrível como jogar ele hoje em dia continua super prazeroso graças a jogabilidade muito evoluída que revolucionou os FPS, além da trilha sonora e história perfeita.

    Não tem como, esse jogo é bom em tudo e pra mim sempre será o melhor Halo já feito até hoje
  34. RandomTurtle590
    Aug 21, 2021
    9
    One of my favorite games! The Weapon Sandbox is perfect no weapons overlaps another weapon's purpose. Enemies are very fun to fight and this game is definitely worth multiple playthroughs
  35. FK97
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    10/10.
    Campaign is amazing. It has a very interesting story with an unexpected plot twist, wide open areas, great weapon sandbox, good graphics for its time, legendary music, perfect difficulty and fun vehicles. Oh and a quick reminder, you MUST play this with a friend. It's the perfect way to make them fall in love with this franchise.
    Multiplayer is meh tho. Weapons are very poorly    10/10.
    Campaign is amazing. It has a very interesting story with an unexpected plot twist, wide open areas, great weapon sandbox, good graphics for its time, legendary music, perfect difficulty and fun vehicles. Oh and a quick reminder, you MUST play this with a friend. It's the perfect way to make them fall in love with this franchise.

    Multiplayer is meh tho. Weapons are very poorly balanced, there isn't much besides shooting and while the maps are good, there isn't much to do in them.

    But the campaign is so good that I just have to give it a 10/10. For real, if you want to play a good Halo multiplayer just play any other Halo.    … Expand
  36. RealNoble6
    Aug 30, 2021
    9
    Halo CE is a masterpiece and aged like fine wine. Firstly, the gameplay for 2001 was incredible, such a diverse sandbox in terms of vehicles, weapons and power ups. Each weapon is viable on every difficulty and for the first game to implement the 2 weapon system it worked perfectly as each weapon had a role for example plasma will burn shields faster while bullets do more damage to flesh.Halo CE is a masterpiece and aged like fine wine. Firstly, the gameplay for 2001 was incredible, such a diverse sandbox in terms of vehicles, weapons and power ups. Each weapon is viable on every difficulty and for the first game to implement the 2 weapon system it worked perfectly as each weapon had a role for example plasma will burn shields faster while bullets do more damage to flesh. Furthermore the AI is far superior to most new FPS games as they are fair but smart and you learn to exploit their weaknesses as you pay through the game, there is very little bs even on legendary and most of the times you die it will be your fault not unfair AI. The balancing is perfect. As for the story, its good but quite slow as its setting up the rest of the franchise but conveys the theme of mystery extremely well and the introduction of the flood on 343 Guilty spark is perfect. Bungie did a great way at creating a mysterious atmosphere and you are always left with questions in each mission making you want to learn more. The characters are good, particularly Chief, Cortana and Keyes. My personal favourite missions are Silent Cartographer, Two Betrayals and The Maw. Only problem with the campaign is some of the levels are too repetitive and enclosed but this can be forgiven as it came out in 2001.
    I havent played too much of the multiplayer but from what i have played the maps are great and extremely unique and it's a lot of fun.    … Expand
  37. grimreapersims
    Jan 11, 2022
    9
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  38. ItsaBroom
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The original. It's crazy how much this game still holds up and how ahead of it's time it truly was. Let's see why that is.

    Its story is not really that special. It has two things going for it: the characters and the Flood. The characters of Halo are primarily Chief and Cortana with Guilty Spark becoming prominent around the halfway point. Chief and Cortana have a great dynamic, the classic witty and stoic combination. The Flood is a great twist. The whole time we've spent on the ring it's been fighting the Covenant and now we get introduced to something far worse than the Covenant. This further increases the tension as you now have two threats to deal with. The story is good and presented well.

    The campaigns gameplay is amazing. Every gun, every vehicle, every enemy has a purpose. Nothing feels redundant or useless. The level design is great, but the repeated layouts are tedious. This is my biggest problem with the campaign going through the same room five times does not keep me engage, it make me wanna gouge out my eyes. I understand development wise why this happened but that doesn't excuse it. Despite that glaring flaw, the gameplay is fun and engaging.

    The multiplayer is interesting. Combat Evolved has a very distinct multiplayer from the rest of the series, and I'm spilt on whether or not I like it. It's fun, don't get me wrong but compared to something like Halo 3 or Reach? I think it's uniqueness will keep me coming back to it, because there isn't really anything else like it, but I don't think it's even close to the best in the series.

    Overall, this game is amazing. Great story, gameplay and multiplayer. There's a reason why Xbox and Halo go together and why Halo is a franchise. This is a great game and will go down is history as one of the best FPS games (at least on console).    … Expand
  39. Pedroaaaaaaaria
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O melhor jogo de 2001 de FPS de história. Muito bom também eu jogo que eu mais adoro… Expand
  40. dplatt45
    Oct 9, 2021
    9
    Just great, amazing! Love the story, love Halo, this is the game that started it all. Must if you own an Xbox
  41. DaSoldier
    Oct 17, 2021
    10
    This game is phenomenal! It has an amazing story and engaging gameplay. The game sets the tone perfectly and gives you a sense of dread before anything has even happened yet! The game has AI I have never seen before. They behave so perfectly, making the game feel almost as a chess match! I love how the different ranks of the enemies causes them to be tougher to defeat and how the ranksThis game is phenomenal! It has an amazing story and engaging gameplay. The game sets the tone perfectly and gives you a sense of dread before anything has even happened yet! The game has AI I have never seen before. They behave so perfectly, making the game feel almost as a chess match! I love how the different ranks of the enemies causes them to be tougher to defeat and how the ranks vary depending on the difficulty! A mission could have a blue elite in a certain spot on normal then a red one in the exact spot on heroic! The difficulty is tuned so perfectly that there is almost no **** in the game whatsoever! Each enemy has its own weaknesses and strengths! For example, the hunters are hard hitting bullet sponges but have a crippling weakness to the pistol and sniper. This game is amazing in every way, from the multiplayer to the Campaign!… Expand
  42. HeroicAge616
    Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Halo: Combat Evolved creates a refreshing and shocking new shooter experience, that adds endless replayability and a creative arsenal of weapons to the FPS genre, as well as a surprisingly gripping story.
  43. AlcoholicGoat
    Mar 27, 2022
    8
    Pretty damn good, probably a classic but not perfect. A bit rough around the edges.
  44. TeemoTime
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    A game that honestly should have no introduction. This game changed FPS games on console with effects still seen today in it's campaign and multiplayer. What an insane launch title, Xbox would not be the same without the Chief.
  45. Banjo_Reviewie
    Dec 30, 2021
    10
    Although slightly dated in the graphics department, Halo is still a masterpiece and should be played for years to come.
  46. L3Fari0us
    Nov 19, 2021
    7
    This review is from someone who has only recently experienced Halo: CE and is meant to help those who are thinking about playing too.

    Few are the people who don't know what Halo is. Even if you've never played any games, there's a big chance that you've heard of Halo before. That's how impactful the game was when it first came out. Unfortunately, I wasn't aware of it back then and I    This review is from someone who has only recently experienced Halo: CE and is meant to help those who are thinking about playing too.

    Few are the people who don't know what Halo is. Even if you've never played any games, there's a big chance that you've heard of Halo before. That's how impactful the game was when it first came out. Unfortunately, I wasn't aware of it back then and I never played games growing up, so I didn't care for any of it.

    Playing Halo in 2021, in order to fully enjoy what it brought to the table you have to experience other games from that era, without it, you'll never truly understand why it's praised. Either way:

    The gameplay still feels tremendously solid and it's always fun. The story wasn't. By today's standards, the campaign is pretty much just a backdrop for the action which you don't really pay attention to. Its most impactful moments felt flat to me; it didn't help I was spoiled on one of those. The mission design was also extremely boring, there are some missions which is the same copy and paste room over and over and over, always fighting the same enemy faction. There is also one mission which asks the player to traverse the environment that they already played through during the previous mission. The lack of waypoints during those, coupled with the same bland looking rooms made it so I pulled a YouTube guide more than once to figure out where to go. The score is phenomenal when it actually plays, which is not very often. The lack of score for a lot of the moments are praised by a lot of fans but to me it made the environments feel even more bland when all I could hear were my footsteps in a massive cargo bay while I tried to look for a button to press in order to progress, for example.

    Overall, while I have nothing but the utmost respect for Bungie for creating such a massive and innovating game, back when it first came out, it, sadly, in my eyes, just doesn't stand up to the test of time, besides the gameplay and soundtrack.    … Expand
  47. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 9
  48. Ostmackan99
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    This game is now over 20 years old and it still hasn't been topped. Everything about this game is fantastic. The story, the atmosphere, the soundtrack, I love everything about it.
  49. B00tador
    Nov 28, 2021
    8
    The 2nd best of Halo games. Laid the foundation for the next 20 years, which for me has been mostly squandered sadly. But this is good fun.
  50. Sych3
    Nov 29, 2021
    10
    To this day I'm thankful for the lanhouse dude that showed me this game. Fell in love, the lore. The writing, the characters, the sounds and music. The plasma grenades and needler were jaw dropping first time I got to see them in action. The gameplay is similar to other FPSs of the time, but the guns and everything else make it feel like something out of this world.
  51. SpartanSCDO
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    Halo is quite simply the closest thing we have ever experienced to a living, breathing alternate universe.
  52. Fnordstingray49
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    Good game, good jugability, this history andevelopment are good, halo CE is a famous in the 2021. I love this game.
  53. Amir7scorpioN
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    still playable today!.
    what a Masterpiece...still worth playing,,,level design the setting everything about this game is so AWESOME!
  54. Rodrixq1
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego muy interesante con misiones extensas y difíciles una historia perfecta lo recomiendo
  55. Capitanupula
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    Amazing game and a masterpiece that is why this game is so famous and good zaaaa
  56. Solembum2
    Dec 10, 2021
    5
    Банальная, скучная, медленная игра. Из тех, что просто "работают". Для консольщиков, может, зайдёт. На фоне какого-нибудь F.E.A.R. - абсолютное уныние.
  57. AirmanKhan
    Dec 10, 2021
    10
    El mejor juego de toda la historia de Xbox, honestamente sin está joya, Microsoft estaría muerto
  58. NotaBot2
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    20 years later and still a wonderful masterpiece, best console fps EVER!!!!!
  59. EseMercantil
    Dec 11, 2021
    10
    It's a classic. And the hit game from everyone's childhood. Despite it's old graphics and clunky physics Halo Combat Evolved remains as the best game in the series, thanks to it's fantastic story and twist, perfect combat and difficulty, and it's timeless multiplayer.
  60. FuriaVascaina
    Dec 13, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jogo revolucionário no gênero fps, da para ver que antes de 2001 não havia nada igual, sem contar que é muito divertido, no meu ponto de vista, superior ao seu antecessor na ordem cronológica, você ter que usar certa arma para counterar tal inimigo é incrível, a Inteligência Artificial é melhor que muitos jogos de hoje em dia. Os conflitos do jogo são interessante, e te faz ter vontade de jogar mais, meu problema com o jogo é o fato de dirigir ser extremamente desgostante e horrível de controlar, e ter aquelas missões insuportáveis de ficar matando uma onda de mini-aliens por uns 10 minutos seguidos sem parar, parece que foi jogado como um enchimento sem motivo. Mas esse jogo é ótimo, um dos maiores acertos do Xbox.… Expand
  61. Wither-062
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    Great soundtrack, the gameplay is just good and one of the most exiting campains ever.
  62. Osbraikeet
    Dec 13, 2021
    10
    Play this game after 20 years of release and still amazing This game is a miracle!
  63. Kermito_San
    Dec 21, 2021
    9
    Halo Combat Evolved not only is a great game, but it also legitimized Microsoft as a gaming brand. Halo brought to the table an intense story, solid multiplayer, packed with fun and fast shooting.
    The game starts almost immediately with closed combat action, where there are lots of cover spots. This helps the player to get the hands-on the first kills, while also not being too punishing    Halo Combat Evolved not only is a great game, but it also legitimized Microsoft as a gaming brand. Halo brought to the table an intense story, solid multiplayer, packed with fun and fast shooting.
    The game starts almost immediately with closed combat action, where there are lots of cover spots. This helps the player to get the hands-on the first kills, while also not being too punishing and difficult. After landing in the Halo we can appreciate the incredible graphics and setting. The enemies of Halo also look spectacular, from the goofy Grunts to the threatening Sangheili's, the threats in Halo are various and equipped with various weapons, grenades, and even power weapons, like a one-shot sword.
    Perhaps one of the most incredible things about the enemies in Halo it's the AI. At heroic or legendary difficulties, the enemies will not only deal more damage and have more hp, but they will also coordinate to flank while you are taking cover, or rush you when you are low on shields. The AI of enemies in Halo is so good, that 20 years later, the enemy's movements of Halo Infinite feel exactly the same. Bungie developer also did a great job with the music, in fact since the start of the game we are welcomed by an almost religious choir in the menu, and for the rest of the game, we have intense music in fights, alternated with more calm and gentle one during lore related dialogues.
    My only complaint with the game it's the health bar which only refills after finding health packs (which are very rare) or at the end of the level, leaving the player to only count on the shields for most of the game. Also, the weapons feel unbalanced: the handgun feels way too powerful compared to the assault rifle which becomes useless in the late game.
    Halo Combat Evolved it's intense, precise and fun! The first XBOX became a must-buy for this game, and not the other way around like it usually is!

    9.7 / 10 Kermito San    … Expand
  64. kostas_
    May 13, 2023
    9
    An all time classic. Halo combat evolved is a perfect game. Event playing it today fi think is too good.
    The soundtrack is filled with classics. shooting is fun. The deferent maps feel great although they are used repetitively.
  65. Wingsuit
    Jan 3, 2022
    10
    The game that started it all. It offered some incredible gameplay experiences during that time that still hold up to this day 20 years later. It also helped perfect FPSs and how they play on console.
  66. Treeasdf122
    Jan 7, 2022
    10
    So good wish there was a remaster though as graphics today would make it even better
  67. Mr_Nobody34
    Jan 14, 2022
    7
    Ratings for the time period it came out
    Story : 8
    Gameplay : 8
    Graphics : 9
    Fun factor : 8
    Environment interaction : 2
    Sound effects : 6
    Overall Immersion : 8
  68. cchenders40
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    The FPS game that changed it all! Playing this on the original Xbox as a kid we’re some of the greatest gaming moments of my life. There are still very few games that can capture what Halo CE captured. Not only on the combat level or graphical level at the time but the story and wonder in this game were unmatched. The amazing music playing while looking out at the ring and the ancientThe FPS game that changed it all! Playing this on the original Xbox as a kid we’re some of the greatest gaming moments of my life. There are still very few games that can capture what Halo CE captured. Not only on the combat level or graphical level at the time but the story and wonder in this game were unmatched. The amazing music playing while looking out at the ring and the ancient artifacts made you feel like you were seeing something incredible. This game holds up today, especially when playing it on next Gen consoles. This is one of the greats!… Expand
  69. Gotthosue3
    Jan 24, 2022
    10
    I absolutely love this game… and the music is incredible! Such a great way to start a franchise and halo 2 is even better!
  70. Amin34
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    Good amazing good game
  71. Micaso
    Feb 14, 2022
    10
    One of the best games iv ever played, from story to art and music. This game changed the world of shooters and Xbox.
  72. Mhe2005
    Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Halo combat evolved is simply incredible it deserves every bit of attention it gets and it started off the greatest quadrilogy in gaming history with the bungie developed Halos with 2 3 and reach it essentially kickstarted the Xbox and whats great about Halo is that one cannot work without the other they're deeply intertwined Xbox cannot be Xbox without Halo Halo cannot be Halo withoutHalo combat evolved is simply incredible it deserves every bit of attention it gets and it started off the greatest quadrilogy in gaming history with the bungie developed Halos with 2 3 and reach it essentially kickstarted the Xbox and whats great about Halo is that one cannot work without the other they're deeply intertwined Xbox cannot be Xbox without Halo Halo cannot be Halo without Xbox the level design whilst reused in some places (only on alien architecture which lets be honest realistically the forerunners and covenant would reuse it) it is astounding and it is one of the most revolutionary games of all time Halo proved that a first person shooter could work on a console and it is also one of the rare cases of satisfying gameplay that has actually good gameplay too FPS games like COD and battlefield and pretty much every single FPS game to come out on console ever since Halo owe allot to it the whole reason why cod was so massive was because of its console user base sure it may have come to console without it but would it have had a revolutionary control scheme that Halo pretty much built by itself I mean who can argue that Halo set a standard for how a fps control scheme should be the classic RT to shoot B to crouch X to reload controller scheme gave ease of access that you couldn't get anywhere else at the time with strange controllers blocking games such as golden eye from being perfect and extremely odd controls for games such as rainbow six on PlayStation Halo is just perfect in every aspect even In legendary which (many Halo games fall down on) is always your fault not overpowered Jackal snipers or brutes who one shot you it's extremely balanced so that whenever you die you know it's your fault it is simply a classic that should and will be cherished for all time… Expand
  73. EV4Njc
    Feb 25, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Halo: Combat Evolved is on of the sixth generations classics. Developed by bunngie and published by Xbox game studios this game started one of the best (if not the best) first person shooter franchises. Although benefiting from a great story, amazing characters and top tier gameplay the level design has some down parts like repeating level design or bad enemy placement but all that can be put aside by all the great levels like the silent cartographer and the ironicly named Halo. To sum it up this game is a great start to the sixth generation, a blast to play and a great story it suffers from repetitive level design and less than stellar enemy placement and is one of the most beloved Xbox games of all time and will continue to be.… Expand
  74. neomoonsevin
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    Tops man brilliant game only time I ever took shooters seriously was this game before this I hated shooters all of them but I've become a fanatic halo I still very bad at shooting even in 2023 but hey this franchise lives on big up to the creators of this
  75. Zerep31
    Apr 4, 2022
    10
    Gran musica, gran juego, gran todo !! Es un juego excelso. Nadie puede negar que formo infancias
  76. ProbablyNick
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    Halo Combat Evolved is masterpiece and probably one of the best games of the 2000's
  77. Jabbawockee
    Jul 26, 2022
    10
    One of the first games I ever played, I'm not kidding when I said I used to play this game with my father when I was around 3 years old. Irresponsible parenting aside, I love this game with all my heart, it undoubtedly has shaped who I am and offers a lot of fond memories I doubt I'll ever forget. The original trilogy of the Halo games, along with its spin-offs are as close to the perfectOne of the first games I ever played, I'm not kidding when I said I used to play this game with my father when I was around 3 years old. Irresponsible parenting aside, I love this game with all my heart, it undoubtedly has shaped who I am and offers a lot of fond memories I doubt I'll ever forget. The original trilogy of the Halo games, along with its spin-offs are as close to the perfect game series I dare to name. I only wish 343 recognized what they owned when making the new games. Despite this, even the tarnish the likes Halo 5 and Infinite has left on the series is not enough to dent to legacy this game has created. At least for me, this is the GOAT first person shooter.… Expand
  78. Tork202
    May 31, 2022
    10
    Hepeaльно крутая игра с очень интересним гемплеем да и игра красивая, отличная графика и арт дизайн, бесподобная музыка
  79. cyjoker
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    The game that started the massive franchise it is today. Halo was such a great game, that I still play it today! My brother and I used to play the campaign and we would often invite friends over with Halo to have LAN parties. I tell ya those were some great times. The gameplay, storyline and multiplayer was so good.
  80. raoulvador
    Jun 22, 2022
    8
    I played it with a friends in local co-op. We sent a couple of night on it and it was fun, not too much challenging and refreshing. A good one.
  81. Rai-N
    Jun 29, 2022
    8
    I didn't play much of the multiplayer, but the campaign was amazing with an action and horror aspect mixed into it.
  82. arkantos869
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    The game that started it all. Halo created a fantastic franchise that held strong for many years for Xbox players. It revolutionized first person shooters. While it is not as good as some of its successors, it deserves to get credit for what it created. Definitely recommend playing through this game, along with the others on Halo: The Master Chief Collection
  83. Tomplexthis
    Jul 7, 2022
    9
    Halo CE kind of kicked off the start of an era, begging and end of games really.
    The world, the guns, the gameplay, the multiplayer, everything kind of started with this insane game.

    Its sad to see what the franchise became today, but this was a great game.
  84. trinovatic
    Dec 11, 2022
    9
    Joya, el que comenzó todo, por poquito este juego se convierte en exclusivo de Apple, gracias Microsoft por rescatar a Bungie y traer al que empezó una de las mejores sagas en la historia de los shooters en primera persona, una de las joyas del xbox clásico que yo nunca lo tuve pero mi primo si y me da mucha nostalgia. 8.5 mínimo.
  85. ohmygodlygod
    Nov 2, 2022
    10
    A pinnacle not only for FPS games, but for video games in general. For 2001, it still holds as a game worth playing in 2022, and split-screen campaign and multiplayer is always amusing. However, this is the version worth playing, don't bother with MCC or Anniversary edition. If you got a functioning O.G. Xbox, find yourself a second-hand copy of it, and borrow your grandfather's old CRTA pinnacle not only for FPS games, but for video games in general. For 2001, it still holds as a game worth playing in 2022, and split-screen campaign and multiplayer is always amusing. However, this is the version worth playing, don't bother with MCC or Anniversary edition. If you got a functioning O.G. Xbox, find yourself a second-hand copy of it, and borrow your grandfather's old CRT television.… Expand
  86. x1CHIEF8x
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    one of the best if not the best gaming experience I had in my life , revolutionary , ahead of its time , amazing
  87. Rubenoso
    Oct 22, 2022
    9
    Junto con Halo reach, los mejores de toda la saga. Es el juego que hizo que xbox naciera y perdurara como plataforma
  88. San1
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, one of the best of the best. you should play it!
  89. Jairo94SC
    Nov 11, 2022
    0
    Tremendo juego aburrido. Ya deberían dejar morir la Franquicia. Xbox se quedó sin ideas
  90. 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 jogabilidade 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 antigoHalo: 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 jogabilidade 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 algum 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:
    - Boa jogabilidade
    - 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
  91. ustunab
    Nov 21, 2022
    10
    Classic masterpiece!
    You can even play today without losing fun, Halo CE has everything what FPS games needed.
  92. JussaGamber
    Mar 18, 2023
    5
    It's fine, but it doesn't hold up as this perfect game some people want you to believe. The second half of the levels are bad, and half the weapons are bad.
  93. Suadi86
    Jul 12, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For the time original Xbox First Halo game is huge 2001 year with excellent graphics… Expand
  94. PepperPlay5
    Dec 4, 2022
    9
    Uhm... I don't even know where to begin. When I think of the year 2001, this piece comes to mind. Simply way ahead of its time.

    Although the textures might feel repetitive[-0.3], the level/map designs are beyond ingenious. One more thing I find nice is that the Legendary difficulty is somewhat actually tolerable unlike later Halo games. At least for me, Halo 3/Reach on Legendary is    Uhm... I don't even know where to begin. When I think of the year 2001, this piece comes to mind. Simply way ahead of its time.

    Although the textures might feel repetitive[-0.3], the level/map designs are beyond ingenious. One more thing I find nice is that the Legendary difficulty is somewhat actually tolerable unlike later Halo games. At least for me, Halo 3/Reach on Legendary is *remotely* playable. Halo 2 isn't. NOT worth my time trying that.

    The sound design is phenomenal; alongside the stellar soundtrack. Quite iconic I'd say!

    The storytelling is alright, but rest of the series does it a little better.

    Several *not* game breaking glitches exist[-0.3]. The most annoying one is: even when you cut the left arm of a certain enemy(which is used for their vicious whip attacks) while it's swinging, its ongoing melee would still land unless that enemy is stunned by your shot registered. THEN it'll be unable to whip again.

    I wasn't willing to comment on multiplayer but why not. In my honest opinion, all the weapons are a bit imbalanced when it comes to on-line experience[-0.4]. Worse still, the skill gap between new people and veteran players is more than massive at this point anyways. Maybe I should 've been born earlier than myself(10/16/2001).

    Overall, just great old game with few flaws. Something very fundamental if you're gonna discuss about FPS or video game history in general.    … Expand
  95. Kogerix
    Dec 6, 2022
    8
    This game has a Great history great graphics but a little repetitive in some parts
  96. goodgriff33
    Dec 24, 2022
    8
    Answer: 75 characters is between 10 words and 19 words with spaces included in the character count. If spaces are not included in the character count, then 75 characters is between 12 words and 25 words.
  97. Yojimbo2015
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    Game-changing FPS that launched a thousand Xbox sales. Great looking, varied, with cool environments, an intriguing story and genuinely intelligent enemies to battle. Halo: Anniversary for the 360 gives the game a HD facelift making that the better option, but it's still a stone cold classic.
  98. kopety
    Jan 29, 2023
    8
    Some levels (the library *cough*) may be outdated but the atmosphere is still there plus the gameplay is still satisfying after all these years.
  99. Parrabam
    Jan 30, 2023
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un buen juego, perfecto para iniciar la saga de Halo, sin embargo, algunas armas estan muy desbalanceadas, poniendo como la mas poderosa a la Magnum, cuenta con una historia muy buena, pero con niveles repetitivos y confusos hasta cierto punto.
    El Multijugador es muy bueno, con modos y mapas muy iconicos de Halo.    … Expand
  100. fredijuts
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    worthog go vroom so i be happy vroom vroom beep beep vroom vroom beep beep vroom vroom beep beep
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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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