All mainline Halo games ranked, from Combat Evolved to Infinite
The Halo game franchise has had an interesting time in the last few months with a new game out the previous year, as well as a live-action series adaptation this year. While fans rejoiced with a new Halo game in six years, they were soon horrified by the release of the TV series five months later.
Detailing the story of the spartan soldier known as the Master Chief, Halo is a series of games set in space, during a futuristic age, after humans have developed a means of interstellar travel.
A couple of Halo games have diverged from the long-time protagonist. However, the overall story has revolved around humanity’s fight against tyrannical alien factions like the Covenant and the Banished.
This article looks at all the mainline Halo games, spanning the two-decade-long run of the series from 2001 to 2021. Rankings are given based on the story, gameplay, and experience of the main campaign and their contribution to the larger story.
Note: This article reflects the writer’s opinions.
After 343 Industries took the helm from Bungie as the primary developer of the Halo games, things started to look bleak for the series. Released on October 27, 2015, this was and remains an Xbox One exclusive and possibly one of the most disliked titles of the franchise.
Most complaints were raised about the story, and its quality, cited as poorly written and difficult to follow for those who didn’t get into the comics and other forms of media.
Cortana takes on the role of the primary antagonist, which also soured the taste of many.
Despite the poor narrative and lack of character development, Halo 5: Guardians offered up some stunning graphics and gameplay. Its multiplayer was also seemingly quite enjoyable.
Being one of the Halo games that didn’t
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