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Halo: Combat Evolved: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Halo: Combat Evolved (2001): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

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Halo: Combat Evolved (2001) is a shooter video game developed by Bungie, available on XBOX, PC, Mac, X360. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 85/100 on IGDB.

What is Halo: Combat Evolved about?

Bent on Humankind's extermination, a powerful fellowship of alien races known as the Covenant is wiping out Earth's fledgling interstellar empire. Climb into the boots of Master Chief, a biologically altered super-soldier, as 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.

Key details

Halo: Combat Evolved was released in 2001 and supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, split screen. Platforms: XBOX, PC, Mac, X360. Developer: Bungie.

Should you play Halo: Combat Evolved?

With a 85/100 aggregate score, Halo: Combat Evolved ranks among the best-reviewed games in its genre and is widely considered a must-play.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Halo: Combat Evolved?

Halo: Combat Evolved is a shooter game by Bungie, released in 2001.

What platforms is Halo: Combat Evolved on?

Halo: Combat Evolved is available on XBOX, PC, Mac, X360.

Is Halo: Combat Evolved good?

Halo: Combat Evolved has an aggregate score of 85/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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