Developer Mitchell Hynes has released a free, unofficial browser port of the original Xbox version of Halo: Combat Evolved, with the full campaign reportedly playable. Hynes announced the port on X, noting working split-screen co-op and multiplayer support for up to 128 players, though he flagged the latter as untested. His post also promises "no Gearbox Master Chief," referencing the Gearbox-made 2003 PC port.
Hynes warned that the port doesn't run well on iOS or Android, recommending PC as the preferred platform. The game reportedly saw nearly 20,000 plays in its first five hours across 115 countries, averaging 94 FPS.
Early reports indicate the campaign works well, although one tester had less success with the 128-player mode. The original Xbox release supported up to 16 players in competitive multiplayer, making 128 a significant leap. The port builds on the recent decompilation of the original Xbox game.
For those preferring official releases, Halo: Campaign Evolved launched on July 28 for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5, but it is a campaign-only remake without the original's competitive multiplayer.
Source: TechPowerUp News · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing