Halo: Combat Evolved 2001

Is it still worth playing?

Bungie's 2001 first person shooter for the Xbox. Set in the 26th century, it follows Master Chief, a cybernetically enhanced supersoldier, and the AI Cortana as they try to uncover the secrets of Halo, a ring shaped artificial world. There you fight the Covenant, the parasitic Flood and Sentinel robots, with marines helping as AI allies. Its fighting rests on limits. You carry only two weapons, with grenades and melee available without putting a gun away, and an energy shield recharges after a short time without damage while health packs restore health. On top of that, some vehicles can be driven, and pilots and gunners switch to a third person view. Multiplayer offers five competitive modes for up to 16 players, with split screen on one console. With two weapon slots and vehicles you can drive, every weapon you pick up is still a choice that shapes the next fight today.