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Testseek.co.uk have collected 82 expert reviews of the Halo Wars 2 and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Halo Wars 2.
Award: Most Awarded February 2017
February 2017
 
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The editors liked

  • Blitz mode is a blast
  • Gamepad controls work very well
  • Good story that adds to the Halo universe
  • Feels part of the Halo universe
  • Strong campaign and mission design
  • Frantic console-friendly multiplayer modes
  • Blitz mode is addictive
  • Comfortable console RTS play
  • Late missions are strong
  • Scratches the Halo itch
  • Engaging campaign missions
  • Interface gets creative on console
  • Plenty of multi-player modes
  • Deep enough for RTS vets
  • Accessible enough for RTS newbies
  • Enjoyably competitive multiplayer
  • Fulfilling Story Campaign
  • Blitz Firefight
  • MP modes that can be played offline via AI matches
  • Creative Assembly's influence

The editors didn't like

  • Unoriginal mechanics
  • Few memorable campaign missions
  • Doesn't stand out from the competition on PC
  • Hard to navigate fast around the battlefield
  • Nothing really new in RTS terms
  • Minor technical issues
  • Early campaign is plodding
  • Story isn't riveting
  • Some technical hitches
  • Control issues with Xbox gamepad
  • Doesn't feel as deep as other RTS titles
  • Blitz mode includes micro-transactions
  • Story doesn't stack up to other Halo games
  • Short campaign
  • Limited Tutorials
  • Micro transactions for Blitz Card Packs

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  Published: 2017-02-16, Author: Kallie , review by: gamespot.com

  • Accessible for RTS newcomers, Gorgeous cutscenes, Clever Halo throwbacks in mission design
  • Limited strategy required, Anticlimactic campaign, Runs out of steam

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  Published: 2017-02-16, Author: Dean , review by: venturebeat.com

  • Abstract:  Halo Wars 2, Microsoft's next big exclusive on the Xbox One and Windows, has some very grueling missions in its single-player campaign.I've been playing the game on the console in advance of its February 21 debut, and I had a tough time getting through t...

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  Published: 2017-02-16, Author: Chris , review by: destructoid.com

  • A solid game that definitely has an audience. Might lack replay value, could be too short or there are some hard-to-ignore faults, but the experience is fun. How we score:  The Destructoid Reviews Guide...

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  Published: 2017-02-16, Author: Brett , review by: destructoid.com

  • Abstract:  Update: Just a bump before we close the contest tomorrow. Get your entries in now if you want a shot at winning! Also, if you're curious how Halo Wars 2 turned out, go give our review a read.Look, we simply have too many copies of Halo Wars 2. We have on...

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  Published: 2017-02-16, Author: Sean , review by: cheatcc.com

  • Abstract:  Halo Wars remains one of the few attempts at adopting a real-time strategy game onto a console platform. With multiple hotkeys and practically necessary mouse controls, the genre is more at home in the warmth of a computer. But, thanks to Microsoft's pers...

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  Published: 2017-02-13, Author: Dean , review by: venturebeat.com

  • Abstract:  Microsoft's next big exclusive on the Xbox One and Windows is Halo Wars 2, which debuts on February 21. I've gotten an early look at the game, and here are some of my impressions.I'm gradually getting accustomed to playing on a console, as real-time stra...

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  Published: 2017-02-06, Author: Brett , review by: destructoid.com

  • Abstract:  Halo Wars is a curious thing. The Halo ties give it some crossover appeal for people who just want more Halo canon. But, the real-time strategy genre may be the exact opposite of first-person shooters. These games are Halo in name and lore only.That's why...

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  Published: 2017-01-19, Author: Dean , review by: venturebeat.com

  • Abstract:  Microsoft's Halo Wars 2 comes with a suite of multiplayer modes that should satisfy the thirst for variety among real-time strategy fans.Built by RTS studio The Creative Assembly, the game will be published by Microsoft on February 21 on the Xbox One and...

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  Published: 2017-06-08, Author: Anthony , review by: pcpowerplay.com.au

  • RTS was never about ergonomics, and it still isn't

 
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  Published: 2017-02-25, review by: tweaktown.com

  • Halo Wars 2 is not a bad game, but it just fails to do anything that really makes it excel and a must play. The Blitz multiplayer mode is an interesting innovation, but not enough to stop the campaign leaving a slight tinge of disappointment with the pac...

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