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Since its first release the franchise has expanded into other markets with five novels, several graphic novels, action figures, and several other spin off titles and games.

The cultural impact of Halo has been compared to the impact that the original Star Wars trilogy had in the 70's and 80's and in fact still has to this day. The term "Halo Nation" refers to the people who play the game.

The final episode in the current series of the game was released on Sept 25, 2007 and grossed an incredible $170 MILLION in its first 24 HOURS! Making it the biggest event ever in entertainment history.

Halo: Combat Evolved

The first installment of the trilogy takes place on the mysterious Halo mega-structure was released on November 15, 2001. In a timeline before the games beginnings a collection of alien races known as the Covenant, intent on the destruction of mankind, attack the home of human military production, called Reach, and destroy it.

But a single starship, the Pillar of Autumn escapes carrying with it the last known SPARTAN-II super soldier referred to as Master Chief. The ships on board AI named Cortana initiates a random jump through slipspace attempting to draw the Covenant away from Earth when the ship unexpectedly discovers Halo. It is at this stage that you assume the role of Master Chief and descend to the ring's surface to battle the Covenant and discover Halo's secrets.

The game received much critical acclaim on its release and was ranked as the 14th best game ever by IGN.

Halo II

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Video game Industry to Undergo Serious Change

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Online Game Rentals - Part 1

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