Halo (series) Facts for Kids

The official logo for the Halo series.

Halo is a very popular science fiction video game series. It's a type of game called a first-person shooter, which means you play from the view of your character, like you're seeing everything through their eyes! The games are published by Microsoft.

The Halo series was first made by Bungie Studios from 2001 to 2010. After that, another company called 343 Industries took over making the games.

The Main Games in the Halo Series
What is Halo About?
- The Covenant Aliens
- Ancient Rings and Mysterious Structures
Why is Halo So Popular?
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The Main Games in the Halo Series

Here are the main games that have been released in the Halo universe:

Halo: Combat Evolved (released in November 2001)
Halo 2 (released for Xbox in November 2004 and for PC in September 2007)
Halo 3 (released for Xbox 360)
Halo Wars (a strategy game released for Xbox 360 in 2008)
Halo 3: ODST (released for Xbox 360 in 2009)
Halo: Reach (released for Xbox 360 in 2010)
Halo 4 (released for Xbox 360 in 2012)
Halo 5: Guardians (released for Xbox One in 2015)
Halo Wars 2 (another strategy game released for Xbox One and Microsoft Windows in 2017)

What is Halo About?

The Halo games usually follow the story of a super-soldier named Master Chief. He is a very strong and brave hero who wears special armor. His main job is to protect humanity from different alien threats.

The Covenant Aliens

The main enemies in many Halo games are a group of alien races called the Covenant. They are a powerful alien alliance who believe that humans are an insult to their gods. The Covenant have many different types of soldiers, from small, funny-looking Grunts to tall, strong Elites.

Ancient Rings and Mysterious Structures

A big part of the Halo story involves giant ring-shaped worlds called Halo rings. These rings were built by an ancient and very advanced alien race known as the Forerunners. The Forerunners also built other amazing structures and left behind many secrets for players to discover. These rings are not just cool places; they hold a powerful secret that could affect the entire galaxy!

Why is Halo So Popular?

Halo became famous for many reasons:

Exciting Story: The games have a deep and interesting story about heroes, aliens, and ancient mysteries.
Fun Gameplay: Players love the fast-paced shooting action and the variety of weapons and vehicles they can use.
Multiplayer: Halo games are well-known for their awesome multiplayer modes. Friends can play together or compete against each other online, which makes the game even more fun and replayable.
Music: The music in Halo is very famous and helps make the game feel epic and exciting.