Halo is a hit in video games and has a great TV series

Xbox fans know Halo in detail. The game is practically the flagship of Microsoft’s console and, since the first generation of the device, a critical and popular success. And, not least, the game has expanded beyond the borders of the console, even winning a TV series on the Paramount + platform. If you liked The Last of Us, maybe you’ll also be interested in Halo, despite the more “spatial” footprint.

Halo is essentially a game franchisefirst-person shooter, which began in 2001 with the release of “Halo: Combat Evolved” for Microsoft’s Xbox console. The series is set in a science fiction universe in the future, where humanity is at war with an alien race known as the Covenant.

success plot

The plot of the series follows the main character Master Chief, a genetically engineered super soldier, as he fights to save the humanity of various alien threats. History is full of mysteries and intrigues, with intertwined political, religious and military plots.

In addition to games, the Halo series has expanded into other forms of media, including books, comics, animated series, and television adaptation. The franchise became a huge success due to its immersive gameplay, complex storyline and charismatic characters.

the super master chief

Master Chief was created by the Spartan-II program of the United Nations Space Command (UNSC), which is humanity’s military force in the fictional universe of Halo. He, whose real name is John-117, is known to be a skilled leader, strategist, and exceptional fighter. He is characterized by his iconic green armor, which is highly advanced and protects him from the harsh environment of space and intense combat against alien enemies.

Throughout the games, Master Chief is portrayed as a reluctant hero dedicated to protecting humanity and fighting alien threats, often putting his own life at risk. He is a very popular and beloved character by fans of the series.

Halo series games

There are currently 12 official games in the Halo franchise: Halo: Combat Evolved (2001), Halo 2 (2004), Halo 3 (2007), Halo 3: ODST (2009), Halo: Reach (2010), Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary (2011), Halo 4 (2012), Halo: Spartan Assault (2013), Halo: Spartan Strike (2015), Halo 5: Guardians (2015), Halo Wars 2 (2017) and Halo Infinite (2021)

In addition to these, there are also some spin off and collections such as Halo: The Master Chief Collection, which contains remasters of the main games, and the arcade Halo: Fireteam Raven. The franchise also includes mobile games and virtual reality experiences.

*By Douglas Martinez – Publisher Europe