With Halo heading over to PlayStation, it marks a new era for the franchise. No longer will it be limited to only Microsoft-related platforms, as those from Sony will now be able to join in on the fight that has eluded them for so long.
For these new faces, it's time to learn about Halo: Campaign Evolved, so you can fully appreciate one of the most iconic sci-fi gaming franchises. With that, the first thing to do upon entering the world of Halo is to play the upcoming game's campaign on Heroic difficulty.
I say this because some might make the mistake of choosing either Easy, Normal, or even Legendary for their first playthrough, and none of these options will allow players to fully appreciate what the game has to offer. Meanwhile, Heroic provides a tough but fun challenge that's fair, as every enemy is the right amount of aggressive and all weapons are viable, making it the ideal difficulty to play Halo as a beginner.
Another thing new players should know is that since they'll be getting an updated version of the 2001 game, it'll have something that has become a staple in the more recent titles: the ability to sprint. It will certainly allow players to progress much faster through levels and add a bit more depth to combat, but this feature was not in the original iteration of the game. For those who want to enjoy the campaign as the veterans once did, there is the option to turn it off within the game's settings, which I highly recommend.
Next, while playing the campaign, players should explore every nook and cranny, as certain levels will have a Skull to obtain. These are objects that act as gameplay modifiers, and they do things like hide your HUD or require enemies to be hit with a melee attack to recover your shields.
They're hard to find, but worth the effort of acquiring, as they can provide an extra challenge some are looking for. If you don't want to play with their effects, there's always the option to toggle them in the campaign menu, making them non-intrusive collectibles that bring a ton more value to the game.
The next thing to learn is that an unfortunate aspect of Halo: Campaign Evolved is that it will not have online PvP multiplayer. Its developer, Halo Studios, wants to ensure it stands shoulder to shoulder with the original masterpiece without trying to replace it, which is why it was not included.
So, if you're new and were hoping to jump in to try your hand against others who are fresh to the franchise or the longtime veterans, then you're out of luck. However, the game at least offers 4-player online co-op with crossplay and cross-progression, providing some multiplayer action for those who are looking for it.
Lastly, the best thing PlayStation newcomers should do is to play the campaign alone. While there's nothing stopping anyone from going through it with others, doing so can diminish the incredible experience that first-timers are expected to have.
This is because the attention will likely be drawn to the banter and shenanigans between party members, detracting from the intended awe-inspiring or tension-inducing atmosphere that the narrative wants to convey. To ensure that newcomers truly feel the weight of discovering Halo, the encounter with the Covenant, and the secrets to uncover, it's in their interest to go through the story alone, so that they, too, can fall in love with the franchise and immerse themselves in it.
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