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Halo: Combat Evolved (PC CD) | 
 enlarge | From: Microsoft
Category: Video Games
List Price: £14.99
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Rating:  138 reviews
Sales Rank: 1768
Platforms: Windows Xp, Windows Nt, Windows 98, Windows Me, Windows
Genre: sci-fi-action-games
Rating: To Be Announced
ESRB: Mature
Media: Video Game
Number Of Items: 1
Age: 15 - 18 years
Operating System: Windows
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.4 x 0.5
MPN: 858335
UPC: 805529466173
EAN: 0805529466173
ASIN: B00006IQVI
Release Date: October 10, 2003
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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Product Description
Halo, enhanced for play on the PC, contains all of the action-packed combat and thrilling gameplay that made the title a smash hit for video game fans everywhere. Armed with a brand new arsenal of weapons and vehicles, Halo delivers challenges and surpris
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--the Xbox's launch title, now ported to PC--is a near-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. --Raymond M Padilla
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| Customer Reviews: Read 10 more reviews...
 stunning November 22, 2008
Dr. Mohan Kumar (London)
I was quite late onto the halo scene until i thought id give the demo a go, i thought it was immensely fun and the full version would be much better especially with better multi player- and by god i was right. One thing that stands out is the music, it is simply exceptional!
 Brilliant October 14, 2008
J. Ginty (Scotland)
This game is brilliant, completely and utterly in every way, it has a good plot and story line and the gameplay is amazing. the graphics are, by todays standards, acceptable, not annoying to look at. The bbcf rating is a lie, it is not a 15.
For under a fiver this game is a bargin and i would advise buying it to anyone.
The thing i like most about this is the fact that it takes years to get bored of, i have had this game for about three months now and i'm still playing it constantly.
The multiplayer is very good, especially for such an old game. when i bought this i was worried that no-one would play it online but there is never a shortage of other players.
Multiplayer Rules! March 6, 2008
Ben Bacon
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Halo Combat Evolved is a great improved over the Xbox original. The fact it has the multiplayer option makes a good way to practice your skills, or even just to have fun when not doin campaign mode. It also can use a joypad which means there is more than just one way to control the game. The graphics are good, and run on pretty much any graphics cards - this is a good game for lower spec laptops, and therefore I would recommend it to anyone interested!
Great Game January 25, 2008
Mrs. N. J. Turner (england)
The Reason I give this 5 stars becouse if you have brordband you can play over gamespy and the halo strts off easy and gets harder as it gose along i have this game 2 years and I still enjoy it
Halo - even after 6 years - a great game January 4, 2008
E. Hollingworth (Tonbridge, UK)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
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: 9.5. This game will last you a fairly long time. The campaign will last about 12 hours and add to that a terrific online service...
In conclusion, i give the game 9.8 out of 10.
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