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Halo: The Master Chief Collection

by 343 Industries · published by Xbox Game Studios

Released November 11, 2014 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

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About Halo: The Master Chief Collection

The improved and enhanced Halo: The Master Chief Collection features visual enhancements with up to 4K UHD resolution, improved matchmaking, offline LAN, customizable installation options, and faster load times, it’s the definitive way to experience the ultimate Halo saga. Includes the extensive suite of campaign, multiplayer and additional features from Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 2: Anniversary, Halo 3, and Halo 4 - all updated to run at 60FPS.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection includes Halo 2: Anniversary, celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the iconic fan favorite. The campaign features a “Classic Mode” to instantly switch between the remastered next-gen graphics and original game, updated sound effects, and completely new cut-scenes created by Blur Studios. Discover new story elements with extended cut scenes, hidden terminal videos, and uncover clues about the story of Halo 5: Guardians. Utilize game-altering Skulls to experience the campaign in a whole new way. For multiplayer you have access to all of the original multiplayer maps from Halo 2 and Halo 2 Vista included, exactly as you remember them. Play on fan favorites including Ivory Tower, Ascension, and Lockout, plus 6 completely re-imagined maps that take full advantage of the capabilities of the Xbox One.*

Release dates by platform

Xbox OneNovember 11, 2014 · Out now
PCDecember 3, 2019 · Out now
Xbox Series X|SNovember 17, 2020 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score8616 reviews
Steam reviewsVery Positive92% of 263K positive
Player score86299 ratings on IGDB
Playing now1,946on Steam at last update

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OS *Windows 7
ProcessorAMD Phenom II X4 960T ; Intel i3550
GraphicsAMD HD 6850 ; NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450
DirectXVersion 11
NetworkBroadband Internet connection
Storage43 GB available space

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection FAQ

When did Halo: The Master Chief Collection come out?

Halo: The Master Chief Collection was released on November 11, 2014 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

Is Halo: The Master Chief Collection on PlayStation 5?

No. Halo: The Master Chief Collection has not been announced for PlayStation 5. It is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

Is Halo: The Master Chief Collection on Xbox Series X|S?

Yes. Halo: The Master Chief Collection launched on Xbox Series X|S on November 17, 2020.

Is Halo: The Master Chief Collection on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Halo: The Master Chief Collection has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

Who is making Halo: The Master Chief Collection?

Halo: The Master Chief Collection is developed by 343 Industries and published by Xbox Game Studios.

Is Halo: The Master Chief Collection multiplayer?

Yes. Halo: The Master Chief Collection supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, and split screen.

How much does Halo: The Master Chief Collection cost?

Halo: The Master Chief Collection costs $39.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Halo: The Master Chief Collection good?

Steam players rate it "Very Positive" — 92% of 263,125 reviews are positive. Critics average 86/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Halo: The Master Chief Collection?

The minimum GPU is AMD HD 6850 ; NVIDIA GeForce GTS 450. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Halo: The Master Chief Collection system requirements page.

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