- Halo: Campaign Evolved launches as a campaign-only remake built in Unreal Engine 5.
- Critics describe the remake as very pretty but pricey, noting it does not always feel essential.
- The Metacritic score for *Halo: Campaign Evolved* is 80 on PS5, 86 on Xbox Series X, and 77 on PC.
- The remake is seen as a test run for developer Halo Studios using Unreal Engine, leading to a slim package that retreads familiar territory.
- While the visuals are praised for their detail, some critics feel that the changes made are subtle and do not significantly improve the original experience.
- The game is priced at $50, which some critics argue is high considering the absence of competitive multiplayer and other modes.
Critics have described *Halo: Campaign Evolved* as a visually stunning remake of the original 2001 game, but opinions vary on its necessity and value.1
The game, developed by Halo Studios using Unreal Engine 5, has received Metacritic scores of 80 on PS5, 86 on Xbox Series X, and 77 on PC.3
While the graphics have been praised for their detail, with some reviewers noting that they resemble real-world locations more than the original's alien landscapes, the gameplay changes have been met with skepticism.5
One critic remarked, “The core game shows its age in some notable ways, but there’s no mistaking the magic that made this formula work all those years ago is still very much intact.”
However, the absence of competitive multiplayer has left some feeling that the remake lacks essential elements of the franchise. “With the Master Chief Collection right there, Campaign Evolved is mostly a shiny trip down memory lane,” one reviewer noted.6
The addition of new prequel missions and some updated mechanics, like sprinting, have been met with mixed reactions, with some feeling they disrupt the original's feel.
At a price of $50, critics argue that the remake may not offer enough value compared to the $40 Master Chief Collection, which includes all previous games and multiplayer modes.
Overall, while *Halo: Campaign Evolved* is visually impressive, its necessity and pricing remain contentious among fans and critics alike.
“The campaign-only remake, built in Unreal Engine 5, adds three prequel missions and weapons from later Halo games but lacks competitive multiplayer. At $50, it costs more than the $40 Master Chief Collection, which includes all Halo games and multiplayer modes.”
Forbes
Kotaku
