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Halo

by Microsoft
Platform:   Xbox
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (196 customer reviews)

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Game Information

  • Platform:   Xbox
  • PEGI Rating: Ages 16 and Over
  • Media: Video Game
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Product Features

  • Action-shooter game with vehicular combat elements
  • You play as a trooper thrust into a hostile alien world
  • Deploy a variety of enemy flyers and on-ground buggies
  • Battle it out in split-screen deathmatch mode
  • For 1 to 4 players, also supports LAN play

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  • ASIN: B00005RHR9
  • Release Date: 14 Mar 2002
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (196 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,958 in PC & Video Games (See Bestsellers in PC & Video Games)

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Amazon.co.uk Review
More often than not, when a game is in development for over three years it does not live up to the hype. Bungie's Halo is the exception. Not only does the game live up to the hype--it greatly exceeds it. This sci-fi first-person shooter is a nearly perfect blend of gameplay, graphics, and sound.

The story revolves around the conflict between humans and an alien race known as the Covenant. The aliens have discovered a powerful artefact--on the ring-shaped planet called Halo--that will shift the balance of power and it's up to the player to stop them. In addition to several first-person shooter levels there are numerous opportunities to engage in vehicular combat. Both the enemy and ally artificial intelligence are extremely impressive. Enemies will use the terrain and layout to put you in tight spots. Allies will know when to cover and aid you. For instance, if you hop into a jeep an ally will know to jump in and man the turret on the back of it.

Graphics are exquisitely detailed, but only move at 30 frames per second rather than 60. The sound effects and voice-acting are superb. The level design is among the best ever; most of the game is engaging and challenging without being frustrating. There's also high replay value thanks to the built-in single-player, cooperative, and death match modes.

Much like the outstanding GoldenEye 007 for Nintendo 64, Halo raises the bar for console first-person shooters. It will be the title that all console action games are measured against for years to come.--Raymond M Padilla

Manufacturer's Description
You are the last of your kind. Bred for combat, built for war, you are the master of any weapon, pilot of any vehicle and fear no enemy.Bent on Humankind's extermination, a powerful fellowship of alien races known as the Covenant is wiping out the Earth's fledgling interstellar empire. You and the other surviving defenders of a devastated colony-world make a desperate attempt to lure the alien fleet away from Earth. Shot down and marooned on the ancient ring-world Halo, you begin a guerilla-war against the Covenant. Fight for humanity against an alien onslaught as you race to uncover the mysteries of Halo.Halo, the award-winning and critically acclaimed science fiction epic adventure, is coming to the PC, courtesy of Bungie and Gearbox Software. Packed with action, Halo contains all the thrilling gameplay and rich story that made it a smash hit with gamers all over the world.

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great shoot 'em up - lacks barely anything, 9 Nov 2002
By B. Woodhead "Benjo" - See all my reviews
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I got this game along with Project Gotham Racing and Dead or Alive III (freebie - I wouldn't pay for that!!) and I was truly amazed!! Many people say that the only thing that the X-Box has going for it is its 64Mb graphics card and 750MHz (i think it is) processor, but as said in another review, the story line is faultless. It's difficult to find a game's storyline at all surprising, but Halo definitely did that for me.

The first level is a little dull in terms of story line and action, but at this point I was absolutely astonished by the sharp graphics and brilliant sound.

It probably isn't the best time to buy a games console (in the first term of your AS levels) and I was glued to this game from start to finish. I'm now on the last level, which I suppose doesn't say much for the game's length as I've only had it for 3 or 4 weeks, but there are still two more difficulty levels to do!

Some criticisms are the lack of weapons, the shortness of it, and of course, the fact that there's a PC version coming out in a year, which sort of takes's the rip out of the fact that it says "Only for X Box" at the top of the case. Oh well- that's Microsoft for you.

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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Halo really is out of this world!!, 24 Mar 2002
By Mr. J. Wallace "Xbox 360 Victim" (United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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3 years development of Halo has really paid off. The story plot is deep and unprecedented, action packed and gamer gripping.As a cyborg human Spartan II soldier, you must defend the existence of humanity against a cold blooded alien race - The Covenant who declare a holy war against mankind to rid them of the universe. Alongside truly realistic marines and an arsenal of powerful weapons and vehicles you battle through the ring world - Halo and discover the horrific secrets of the alien world.
Not only does Halo come through as being one of the most well thought, detailed and action packed first person shoot em ups but it also delivers non stop co-operative play and 4 screen multiplayer battles aswell as 16 fighting through a system link together.
However, not every game is perfect and whilst Halo is outstanding to watch and play, the developers (Bungie) have really limited the gamer to the range of weapons but this is overshadowed by the interaction 'Masterchief'(you) can have with both human and alien vehicles and weapons. My favourite vehichle being the Warthog (all terrain buggie) which is capable of supporting 3 marines, one at the back tearing through enemies with the electric powered anti-aircraft gun. Nice :D
The detail in Halo is amazing. From the actions and personalities of the marines, the detail and graphical amazement in the environments and fighting. This game is a definite buy for all gamers who love 1st person shoot em ups and plot twisting action to gamers who crave to see the potential the X-box can perform up to.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Halo- even now, after 5 years, a great game., 2 April 2007
By E. Hollingworth "E V V O" (Tonbridge, UK) - See all my reviews
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Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 
I am sure that you do not need me to go over why this is such a good game.
However, i shall have a go. i will be brief.

Halo is without a doubt one of the best games (top 5) i have ever played. For instance, even now, after getting the ps3 and completing resistance fall of man, I still think that halo is by no means outdated.

O, how i love playing through the levels on legendary in co-op mode, and the sensation you get when you see two hunters at the end of the corridor.
I love the frantic driving at the end of the maw and the satisfction you get when completing it with one second left of the clock. Also, when playing on the level halo, when you are faced with multiple dropships. Halo has provided me with some of my greatist gaming memories and i urge you, if you have not already, buy this game. You will not regret it.

In conclusion, i will give it a score.

Graphics: 9.5. Great visuals. getting slightly basic now, but some of the corridors set in the alien ships look outstanding.

Sound: 10. wow. This soundtrack has to be one of best in any game. ( nearly as good as deus ex and mgs.)

Gameplay: 10. In a word, fabulous. From driving frantically to shooting the crap out of everything that's not human. It is incredible

Lipespan: 9. This game will last you a fairly long time. 12 hours campaign, another for co-op, and some slayer, team slayer etc...
Unfortunately, there was no online play though.

In conclusion, i give the game 9.8 out of 10.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great story, great optic, great music
On of the best games I've ever played. I just got the Xbox and this was the first I wanted to play. Only the 2 Sequels are better. But all together there are just terrific. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars THE "FPS"
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5.0 out of 5 stars The story makes the game.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb FPS
This is one of the best FPS games ever. Developers BUNGIE got it spot on with this first game in the trilogy. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb!
I got my XBOX 360 just before Xmas 2007. I was keen to join the HALO fraternity so decided to start at the beginning and purchase this via the XBOX Originals downloadable games... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Duncan McDonald

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply perfection
This game redifined shooters when it came out and quickly got a huge following. A great game. If you like action, interesting storylines and great multiplayer experiences (for... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Ruler01

5.0 out of 5 stars The 3RD Best game ever HALO 2 2ND AND HALO 3 1ST
HALO IS JUST SIMPLY BRILLIANT NO BACKCHATS,I DIDNT LIKE IT BEFORE I THOUGHT IT WAS CRAP,THEN I WENT TO WALES IN THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS AND BOUGHT 20 XBOX GAMES. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars One of My Favorate games even after 6 years
I'm writing this review just after the release of Halo 3.It made me realise that how old the origanal is so I went back to see if it has lost any of its greatness.In a word. Read more
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