This is my first time playing any game from the Halo franchise, and I must say, Halo: Combat Evolved was a fun start into this journey, but it isn't nearly as good as I expected it to be.
I can see why this was a revolutionary title when it came out in 2001. The gameplay and enemy behavior has become the standard for action shooters in the years to come. I was very entertained the whole way through. I began playing it on the hard difficulty and got frustrated, so I don't recommend doing that unless you enjoy a challenge. but on normal difficulty proved a decent experience that I enjoyed very much.
The story kept me hooked. The universe looks to be full of amazing mythology and I am very excited to find out what happens next, finding out more about the forerunners, the covenant and how this universe is. Master Chief is also one of the coolest characters in gaming, and I also enjoyed the few moments of humor throughout the story.
Beyond the story, I wish the gameplay would have been better. Sure, the shooting, locations and vehicle use are nostalgic, but there were moments were it lacked quality. The game gave me motion sickness, and there were areas and levels that I hated, but overall Combat Evolved is still a good experience.
I recommend the first Halo for its historical significance in gaming history and its incredible lore. However, I think that the people who call it one of the greatest games of all time look at it through rose-tinted glasses.
Final Score: 70/100
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I can see why this was a revolutionary title when it came out in 2001. The gameplay and enemy behavior has become the standard for action shooters in the years to come. I was very entertained the whole way through. I began playing it on the hard difficulty and got frustrated, so I don't recommend doing that unless you enjoy a challenge. but on normal difficulty proved a decent experience that I enjoyed very much.
The story kept me hooked. The universe looks to be full of amazing mythology and I am very excited to find out what happens next, finding out more about the forerunners, the covenant and how this universe is. Master Chief is also one of the coolest characters in gaming, and I also enjoyed the few moments of humor throughout the story.
Beyond the story, I wish the gameplay would have been better. Sure, the shooting, locations and vehicle use are nostalgic, but there were moments were it lacked quality. The game gave me motion sickness, and there were areas and levels that I hated, but overall Combat Evolved is still a good experience.
I recommend the first Halo for its historical significance in gaming history and its incredible lore. However, I think that the people who call it one of the greatest games of all time look at it through rose-tinted glasses.
Final Score: 70/100
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