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Halo: The Master Chief Collection

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Release Date: November 11, 2014

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A package of games from the Halo series, which includes: Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 2 (also in Anniversary version), Halo 3, Halo 4 and Halo 3: ODST. Additionally, the version for personal computers includes a prequel of the cycle, entitled Halo: Reach.

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection is a compilation of FPS games from the Halo series, developed by studio 343Industries, who are responsible for the brand. The set debuted in 2014 on the Xbox One console, and it consisted of the following items: Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 2 (also in Anniversary version), Halo 3 and Halo 4; over time it was enriched with Halo 3: ODST. Almost five years later, the package also appeared on personal computers, and developers added Halo: Reach to the package; owners of the Xbox One version were then given the multiplayer content of the latter, while its feature campaign and the Firefight cooperative module were made available to them as a paid DLC.

Plot

The games included in the Halo: The Master Chief Collection compilation take place in the distant future. The main character of the series is the Master Chief - an elite earthly soldier equipped with a powerful armour, which is helped by Artificial Intelligence called Cortana. The first three editions of the cycle (as well as Halo 3: ODST and Halo Reach, in which we can trace the fate of other characters) tell the story of war waged by people and a federation of foreign races, known as the Covenant. Halo 4 begins a completely new trilogy in which the hero has to face his own destiny and the ancient race of precursors, which is a threat to the whole universe.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows December 3, 2019

Xbox One

Xbox One November 11, 2014

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S November 17, 2020

Game Series

Halo: The Master Chief Collection
Halo: The Master Chief Collection
Halo: The Master Chief Collection

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The best-selling series of first-person shooters (FPS) in the atmosphere of space opera. The brand is in the hands of Microsoft, for which games in the series Halo are among the most important items for Xbox family consoles.

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Halo: The Master Chief Collection Video Game:

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Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-550 3.2 GHz / AMD Phenom II X4 960T 3.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTS 450 / Radeon HD 6850 or better, 20 GB HDD, Windows 7.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-870 2.93 GHz / AMD FX-4100 3.6 GHz, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 560 Ti / Radeon R7 360 or better, 20 GB HDD, Windows 10.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Halo: The Master Chief Collection Video Game.

8.7

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 96% of Critics. There are 86 Critic Reviews.

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TheGamer: 4.5 / 5

Today on PC, the campaign for Halo 3: ODST is a mere $4.99. A majority of the troopers may not be the most engaging, but the combat and music are a treat. The weapons, from the Spartan Laser to the Brute Plasma Rifle, are a blast to use. The game also brings ODST Firefight mode to The Master Chief Collection for all of your survival needs.

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Destructoid: 9 / 10 by Chris Carter

While I think I would have given up playing a Halo 2 remaster on its own after a few months, The Master Chief Collection will keep me busy for quite a while. The sheer number of maps, variants, playlists, and rulesets will keep me interested for months on end. I can already envision myself joining groups of friends who only like particular games, forming separate communities within the collection. Not only that, but this is also the perfect way to replay each campaign if I ever get the itch instead of finding multiple discs. This is the new gold standard for remakes. Well done, 343 Industries.

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God is a Geek: 9.5 / 10 by Jonny Lewis

Halo has never looked so good. Throw in over 100 multiplayer maps and a bevy of Halo themed extras and you have a recipe for a true system seller.

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (220,152)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Rich Content: The collection includes six iconic Halo games (Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2, Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST, Halo: Reach, and Halo 4), providing extensive gameplay and nostalgia for fans.
  • Enhanced Graphics and Features: Many users appreciate the remastered graphics, the ability to switch between original and enhanced visuals, and features like cross-play and customizable gameplay options.
  • Strong Multiplayer Experience: The multiplayer modes are praised for their variety and nostalgic value, with many players enjoying custom game modes and community-created content.
  • Nostalgia and Value: Players find great value in the collection, often highlighting the low price for the amount of content offered compared to modern games.

The main cons of the game

  • Technical Issues: Users report ongoing bugs, connection problems, and matchmaking issues, particularly in co-op and multiplayer modes. Some players have faced crashes and login problems.
  • Inconsistent Quality: There are complaints about the graphical fidelity and gameplay mechanics differing significantly between the various titles in the collection, leading to a lack of cohesion.
  • Limited Cross-Play Features: Some players are disappointed that only two of the six campaigns support cross-play, limiting cooperative play options.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Original Menus and Content: Many players miss the original menus, loading screens, and credit sequences that contributed to the game's atmosphere and tone.
  • More Comprehensive Cross-Play: Users express a desire for all campaigns to support cross-play, allowing friends on different platforms to experience the full story together.
  • Enhanced Customization Options: Some players feel that while there are new customization options, many are poorly designed and do not fit the original aesthetic of the games, although there is an option to disable these.

Summary

  • Overall, while "Halo: The Master Chief Collection" is celebrated for its nostalgic value and extensive content, it is also critiqued for technical issues and inconsistencies across the games.

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