Halo 2

  • Halo 2
  • Developer Bungie Studios
  • Publisher Microsoft Game Studios
  • Genre First Person Shooter

  • Release Date 11/9/2004

    CO-OP 1-2

  • Console Xbox (Playable on Xbox 360), Windows Vista

  • System Link 2-16

    Players 1-4

  • XBOX 360 Exclusive
  • Multiplayer Versus
  • HDTV 480P
  • ESRB Rated M: Blood and Gore, Violence, Language

Earth Will Never Be the Same

The explosive sequel that changed everything

Halo 2 is the sequel to the highly successful and critically acclaimed Halo: Combat Evolved. In Halo 2, the saga continues as Master Chief—a genetically enhanced supersoldier—is the only thing standing between the relentless Covenant and the destruction of all humankind.

Be the hero. Take on the Covenant and live firsthand the epic saga of the Master Chief. Wield dual weapons or employ previously undiscovered Covenant arms. Battle intelligent enemy AI, and all-new alien opponents.

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