Compare Halo: Combat Evolved for Windows to Far Cry for Windows

Named Game of the Year by Electronic Gaming Monthly, IGN.com Edge, and the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences, "Halo" now makes its highly anticipated move to the PC, courtesy of Bungie and Gearbox Software. "Halo," enhanced for play on the PC, contains all the action-packed combat and thrilling gameplay that made it a smash hit for video game fans everywhere. Armed with a new arsenal of weapons and vehicles, "Halo" delivers challenges and surprises as well as intense online multiplayer competition exclusively for the PC. Less

As Jack Carver, you have had a tough week. Lured to an island paradise by a brash reporter named Valerie who promised loads of cash, you were met by a hail of bullets by the militia that controlled the land. With your boat destroyed, your money gone and Valerie conveniently missing, you have to rely on your wits and your gun to keep you alive long enough to escape. But as the mercenaries' strange agenda soon becomes clear, you realize that you must stop their horrific plans and save the human race from extinction. Far Cry presents long range gameplay, sophisticated Artificial Intelligence tactics, diverse styles of combat and a heart-pounding atmosphere of suspense. Featuring combat ranging from long-range sniping to close quarters firefights and everything in between, Far Cry's A.I. provides unpredictable, nonrepetitive battles. Prepare yourself for dark deeds beneath sunny skies. Less