Halo: Combat Evolved is the game that not only kicked off the massive Halo franchise, it’s also the game that put Microsoft’s OG Xbox on the map. Now, PC players can finally experience (or re-experience) the FPS classic in its remastered glory as Microsoft has just released Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary on PC through the Windows 10 Store and Steam.
In case you’re unfamiliar, Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary is and HD remaster of the first Halo game, and it was initially released on the Xbox 360 back in 2011. The game was then released on the Xbox One via the Master Chief Collection. As for its PC release, the game is available on its own, as well as a part of the Master Chief Collection.
The PC release of Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary features a frame-rate of over 60 FPS (for PCs with capable hardware), 4K UHD support, and a wide-array of control options. The game also includes the option to use ‘classic’ audio in multiplayer.
Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary is available now on Steam and the Windows 10 store for USD 9.99. The game is also part of the Master Chief Collection which is priced at USD 39.99. The said collection includes Anniversary, Halo: Reach, as well as various other Halo titles which are releasing later this year. Finally, the game is also available via Xbox Game Pass for PC.