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"System Requirements"

Since they're not listed on this page, here are the sys reqs as stated on the box:

OS: Vista Processor: 2 GHz RAM: 1 GB HD: 7 GB Video: GF 6100 or Radeon X700

Running on a 2.33 C2D with 2 GB and a 256 MB X1600, it's not the smoothest but it's playable. I haven't played far enough to rate the game yet :)

15 out of 16 people found this review helpful.
"Halo2 no go on Windows 7"

I tried to run Halo 2 on Windows 7 After 3 hours of YouTube on how to get it running including downloading all the patches I finally found this link-http://www.mi­crosoft.com/win­dows/compatibi­lity/windows-7/en-us/Search.aspx-l=en-us&type=Softwa­re&s=Halo&os=32-bit- which is where Microsoft finally admits H2 is non-compatible- many suggestions are written by Microsoft start suggesting otherwise ----- be warned

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
"Had enough of the Xbox!"
5 stars"

Halo 2 vista is your ticket away from the console and right onto the seat of your comfy computer chair. This version is good for mapping as its supports custom maps and mods. Plus you got better graphics than the xbox one as it is on an endless graphical rig (your computer).

4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
"No more Online Play"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

As of February 15th 2013, there will be no further official online support from 343 Industries.

"To switch gears ever so slightly, we’re sad to report that the service end-date for Halo 2 PC Multiplayer will be February 15, 2013. We’ve been monitoring the population for months, and it’s been peaking consistently at approximately 20 players or less. Those that own this game can continue to enjoy Multiplayer over LAN after that date; however our network services will be turned off at that time. We love you, Halo 2 PC, and you will live forever in our hearts.

#singletear"

http://blogs.halowaypoint.com/…n-11613.aspx

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
"Great to bring me back!"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Personally the most fun to play Halo of the series.

Seeing this for the price that it was on here, I decided since I haven't actually ever owned this game but it was one of my favorite games of my childhood. To anyone who has played any of the Halo games but not this one, it is a must if you enjoyed any of the others. Upon it's release after Halo 1, it brought new fresh components such as dual wielding into the Halo universe, as well as fast paced action and the continuation of one of the greatest video game stories of all time. A must for futuristic shooter fanatics!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
"A must have for any Halo fan."
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Do you love Halo? Do you own Halo 2?

One of the best games on the original Xbox has made its way to PC. With better graphics and Xbox Live Achievements I cant think of any reason not to own this gaming classic.

Stop thinking about it. Just do it.

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
"A good game, brought down by a few issues."
3 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Halo 2 is a great game that any FPS (First Person Shooter) should own. Thought it encounters troubles when running on Windows7 (This problem may be patched at a later date, though there are tutorials online on how to fix this problem now), it works like a dream on Windows Vista.

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
"Forgettable"
2 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

A shoot 'em up with next to no storyline. I think Serious Sam II was probably more interesting. At least there was a bit of flying/driving (whilst shooting, of course) to break the monotony.

0 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
"No problems on Windows 8"
4 stars"

Installed this without any issues on Windows 8 (64-bit version at that). I have it running at 1920×1080 with an Xbox controller. It's a far better experience than playing the Xbox version on the 360 and it's got achievements.

When playing it sometimes skips a few frames, but it's not bad enough to spoil the enjoyment of this classic.

"One of my favourite games ever."
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Love this game, still play it regularly on-line.

"Best game ever"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

I really loved this game very much then any other game in the world. “halo is the best”

"This game is for halo fans without a computer"
5 stars"

I have got this game on windows 7 and for me this game is as good as reach or 3.

I grew up not having an Xbox (and still don't have one) and this was the first game I got for PC. Multiplayer is awesome and I cant wait till I can somehow play the full campaign of halo 3.

"halo 2"
3 stars"

I have halo one and halo 3 on xbox 360 and i have been looking most of the places that sell xbox games and i have seen this game but this game only works on the computer and i wish that Mighty Ape could do with an halo two on xbox 360

"Good ol'times"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

This game was excelent when it first conquerd xbox. Now with the bonus of xbox live achievements all those wasted moments on the orginal xbox version can be redone.

As a bonus halo 2 on pc comes with a map editor tool which is more intrucate than forge on the new halo. Comes with all the multiplayer maps, plus new additions.

This is an excelent game tht has yet encountered the aging game syndrome.

"Awesome!"
5 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Impressed with the game play and graphics

"Great game!"
5 stars"

A really good made game! nice graphics! and a really good multiy player!

Very good game!

"...And it gets Better"

Way better graphics than the first in the series better wepons and more

"I love this game."
5 stars"

This games expands the halo universe so much more with new guns and even dual-wielding with new characters like Brutes. The graphics have been improved from the original Halo and their are new multi-player maps to play with your friends and enemies.

"Excellent game, great to have it on PC"
4 stars"
Purchased on Mighty Ape

Halo 2 is the second instalment in the Halo franchise (released in 2004) and continues the story from the first game with the Master Chief fighting for humanity against the formidable collection of alien races known as “The Covenant”.

The PC version is a port from the original Xbox version and at times this is obvious in a way that is not complimentary to the experience, for example in menus at times the mouse pointer will become invisible and you are forced to try to select the options as you see them highlight magically from your invisible pointer. Also, the mouse sensitivity leaves a little to be desired; even with the sensitivity turned up to max there is nowhere near the same feeling of free movement as in other purely PC games and this leads to a little bit of frustration with the feeling of restriction. As part of this, sometimes whilst looking around the screen movement can feel a little jumpy, and when the computer that is running this is capable of running today's games on high graphics detail, this is a little disappointing.

After bringing the mood down with the negatives of this version, it should be pointed out that the PC version Halo 2 is still an excellent game. The graphics are nothing on today's, but bearing in mind it is a 2004 release, turned right up they are pretty good. The AI are reasonably intelligent, and overall the gameplay with regard to interaction with the enemy is top knotch.

The best part of the PC version of the game is the multiplayer. With the recent (at the time of this review) shutting down of the original xbox servers, being able to still play Halo 2 online on the PC is a great bonus. The maps are the same as those on the xbox with the addition of two PC only maps.

Were I to rate Halo 2 for xbox it would have got a 5 out of 5. With an interesting story, great gameplay in the single player, and an excellent multiplayer, it has hours of potential enjoyment in it. However, the less than optimal port job for the PC lets it down a little and leaves it deserving no more than a 4, and if I could I would probably rate it at 3.5.