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I was very satisfied. The case was in good shape as it appeared in the picture. The game had no scratches that kept it from playing well. Very satisfied with my buy. I really like Halo games and story lines. I actually play the games as well as like collecting all the games at a decent price since I have to pay for them with my allowance money.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I have been wanting to get into the halo series, only the to be greteed by a "lovely" message stating that my xbox could not read the disc. And no, it's not the Xbox It plays other games like Blinx, Fable, and GTA fine.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Halo is a popular first person shooter that supports both single and on line play. This review concentrates mainly on the gameplay itself, so I will start by giving a VERY brief analysis of the non-important aspects, and why they do not matter: Venue: Space/Scifi: Not important because it has no effect on game play. you still have gravity, air, etc. You are fighting on a ring-shaped world, but it is background decoration. Unless you look up, it's not even scenery. Plot: You are a good guy, you take orders from a naked purple lady. Not important because: You don't have to know what you are doing. Shoot everything, and run around a lot, and you will get through just fine. The game is fairly linear, it will funnel you the way you need to go. Beneath the veneer of plot and setting, the game is very well planned. The gameplay is easy and natural, and translates well across the various platforms. The graphics are crisp and generally interesting. Apart from the "story" plot, the "tactical" plot moves smoothly and logically. Gameplay is easy to master, and you can select your own level of difficulty simply by adjusting your level of engagement. You will probably not die at all for some time, unless you like to "rambo" a lot. The game wisely limits you to two main weapons, which enforces good logistical planning on the player. The weapons have a balanced trade off of capabilities and limitations, allowing you to adjust your loadout on the fly, to your situation and style of play. The vehicles are easy to use, and very forgiving. You can drive very poorly and not kill yourself or your passenger. Aside from that, they move realistically and convincingly. The tactical scenarios escalate by means of confined spaces, ambushes, increasing numbers of assailants, and eventually, respawns. The respawn areas are well thought out, and obviously intended to help pace the game, in which capacity, they are effective. Other pacing devices include changing the enemies, which helps keep it fresh. In the beginning, your opponents include amusing MDK-style critters, but later your opponents get far more sinister. In this respect, the plot has some value, because it tells you why you are suddenly killing different beings, if that matters to you. Downers: The scenarios tend to be INCREDIBLY repetitious. Its like re visiting the same deathmatch arena time after time with different opponents. Or worse, the same ones. At one point when you are following the "guilty spark" (you'll know what I mean) he says "There are ten more doors" and you know, with a sinking feeling, that you have to repeat virtually the same set ten times. Sadly, you are not wrong. Still, if it were not for repetition, you would finish the game in about two afternoons, and that would not feel like your money's worth. Even so, older games like Unreal and Far Cry were able to create widely varied scenarios using a more limited component set than Halo had. Overall, I liked the game very much, and would recommend it for an easy, fun shooter. If you found this guide helpful, please hit the yes button before you go. ThanksRead full review
I had previously purchased a copy of this game from a used game store, but when I finally had access to an xbox so I could try it, the first level didn't load. So I ordered this one, and it worked most of the way, then by the second to last level both screwed up and had to be resurfaced... seems like this game's just more sensitive than most. I played a Star Wars Obi Wan game with tons of scratches and it worked fine, but tiny scratches on Halo makes it unplayable. Anyway, as a game I actually like it better than Halo 2. Overall it feels more friendly, colorful, and not as gritty as the other Halo games, and while this may not fit the xbox mentality it's great for a Nintendo fan like myself. The story also makes a lot more sense, free of the unexplained elements of 2. Warthog controls got a bit funky, but otherwise it was fun.Read full review
More often than not, when a game is in development for more than three years, it does not live up to the hype. Bungie's Halo is the exception. Not only does it meet expectations, it greatly exceeds them. 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 artifact--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, the game offers numerous opportunities to engage in vehicular combat. Both the enemy and allied 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. The 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 deathmatch modes.Read full review
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