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Review of Halo: The Master Chief Collection on Xbox Series X/S

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Nov 2014
Cover image of Halo: The Master Chief Collection on Xbox Series X/S
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Released: 11 Nov 2014
Genre: First-person shooter
Developer: 343 Industries, Certain Affinity, Saber Interactive
Publisher: Xbox Game Studios

Introduction

Buckle up, space cadets! This isn't just any typical FPS—it’s a buffet of nostalgic testosterone-filled space Spartan action! So, put down those energy drinks and grab your popcorn because ‘Halo: The Master Chief Collection’ is here to smother you with not one, not two, but six Halo games in glorious remastered glory! Ready to take a dive into this interstellar blast from the past? Let’s roll!

Gameplay

You’re not just playing one game; you’re playing multiple Halos! That alone is like ordering a deluxe combo meal at a fast-food joint, but instead of fries, you get four richly layered stories of sci-fi shenanigans, epic covenant battles, and, of course, Master Chief being a bad ass. Each game features remastered graphics for eyesores, party modes worth crashing, and enough skulls (and not the creepy kind) to make even the most hardcore players feel like gaming wizards. You can play single-player, share the joy with a mate, or completely lose your friends with the unpredictable multiplayer matchmaking—because nothing screams team bonding like a dose of competitive betrayal in online sessions. The varied difficulty levels mean you can play like a fearless Spartan or just casually stomp around like a confused toddler in a giant suit of armor. Go nuts with campaign modifiers and dive into co-op mode with friends, which includes a split-screen option that’ll take you back to the good old days of gaming on a dingy couch, making passive-aggressive comments about their gaming skills. Did I mention there’s a whole section for jamming with live-action videos? Call me nostalgic, but I kind of love funky cutscenes.

Graphics

Ah, the graphics! They’ve been pampered just like a spoiled cat! Forget the pixelated nightmares of the early 2000s—this collection has undergone a makeover that would make even a Kardashian blush. With 4K resolution and 60 FPS, every gunshot, explosion, and elite grunt execution feels as visceral as your last breakup. Each game runs smoother than a greased mongoose, making for a buttery experience that is simply riveting. Plus, you can flick back to classic graphics and revel in nostalgia, but do be prepared to cringe a little at how blocky everything used to be. The remastering has done such a great job that even the grunts cry out, “We just came in a bit too fresh!”

Conclusion

In a nutshell, ‘Halo: The Master Chief Collection’ is the holy grail for both longtime Halo fans and newcomers eager to jump into the thrilling universe of epic space battles. With a plethora of content, stellar graphics, and enough achievements to give even the most obsessed completionists RSI, it’s a must-have game that could eat your social life faster than a flood of Covenant forces! Just know this: alongside a stunning collection of games, with some online hiccups initially, there’s a glorious serving of nostalgia and everything you’ve missed. So, grab your console, dust off your controller, and prepare to feel the magic again. Whether you’re a young gun or an old-timer, you’ll surely leave your living room with a more extensive collection of Halo memories than your 27 unopened cans of Mountain Dew. So, let’s get out there and save the galaxy again, shall we?

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