The Halo series is renowned for its compelling storytelling, expansive lore, and innovative gameplay. "Halo: Combat Evolved" revolutionized the FPS genre with its tight controls, large-scale environments, and vehicular combat. The franchise's multiplayer component, especially introduced in "Halo 2", set new standards for online gaming with its robust matchmaking system and competitive gameplay, significantly boosting the popularity of Xbox Live. Beyond the main games, the Halo franchise has expanded into novels, comics, animated series, and live-action adaptations, deepening its lore and broadening its appeal. The series is celebrated for its rich narrative, iconic music composed by Martin O'Donnell and Michael Salvatori, and its significant impact on the gaming industry. Halo remains a flagship series for Xbox, with a dedicated fanbase and a lasting legacy in the world of video games.

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This webpage shows the Halo timeline with each entry into the Halo Universe in it's whole form. If you would like to see the Halo timeline broken down to see how the different levels and chapters mix together then check out the Halo Levels timeline.