Halo 2 was a bit of a dissapointment.

After all the development the game still carried Halo's flaws with only a few features worth mentioning. The game still features repetitive level design and battle sequences, but it's the plot that was the real let down.

In short the story is boring and predictable, and if you have played the first Halo you have heard it all before.

The only new features are upgraded graphics (which have shocking pop-up in the cut scenes), the ability to dual-wield weapons, and also the ability to board enemy vehicles ala GTA.

Maybe worth a rental before you rush out and buy it, it's really “Halo 1.5”.

The best multi player game ever released if you get a xbox you have to get halo 2 its even better than the first and the story line is developed well

Anyone who liked the single player game from the first Halo will love the second halo's story just as much. Sure they should have spent a couple more levels on earth, but the other levels are still engaging, as are the levels you play as a covenant elite. 8/10 for single player.

Multiplayer is where this game really shines. Whether playing co-op, system link, or xbox live. Halo 2 is without a doubt the best Xbox Live game to date, it could also be considered to be the best Xbox multiplayer game as well. The servers are very stable and I have played 16 player team games with a mixture of NZers, aussies and americans with minimal to no lag. Throw in voice chat for team tactics or talking trash to the yank you just fragged and youve got the icing on the cake. 10/10 for multiplayer.

Bottom line, if you own an Xbox, buy this game now.