A game is never going to do that . What it is , however , is a fascinating , polished twin - stick shooter that gives Windows Phone and Windows 8 players something to crow about .
It was not a perfect game by , but it tickles the sweet spot that can be reached only the best top - down blasters .
Its arcade gameplay but filling bite - sized , traditional knowledge it interesting enough to tempt Halo fans , and its crisp rhythm of dodge and fire creates an addictive challenge .
No , you do not have to fork out for a new phone or tablet , but if you own one that can run you in for a rare and beguiling considered .
Assault and Battery
The game is really a game within the game . You are playing a Spartan training program that recreates a battle from the Human - Covenant War . There are 25 levels for you to blast through, each with three - star rating system .
A floating left stick moves you around the screen and one on the right aims your gun . The various buttons are conducted within easy reach of your thumbs letting you switch between your two weapons , throw grenades , and interact with the world around you .
Each level takes about ten minutes , and you set a number of goals . These range from killing everyone in a huge area escorting transports as slowly and precariously they make their way over the bridge choke point .
The violence was tense and focused , and penetrating radar and a wall - off arenas mean you are never far from one thing to shoot . For each level you are given a loadout of weapons , grenades , and armor abilities , but you can change it by spending credits or XP .
Far from Spartan
Skulls can also be set for each level . The increase poverty but give you a bigger prize . One gives you a shield only , for example , while another makes firing weapons harm you . Adding a combination of new play gives you an XP multiplier but taking the game a spectacular lot tougher .
Like most of the Halo games , the control of the vehicle it is still somehow slightly wonky , even on the same principles as before when you are on foot . Tank getting stuck on scenery is a hilarious sometimes frustration , but it can spoil your fun .
Halo : Spartan Assault is not quite as tactical as FPS kin . There's the same rush - in , rush - out beats , where you dodge out in a battle to let you shield recharge before you dive back into the fray , but the smaller arenas means there's less chance to keep or divide and conquer .
The enemy AI is not perfect either , with some jumping Covenant forces in the life when you're close enough to perform it .
Reach to vibrate
These are minor niggles , though , since the crash and watch the pieces are enough to sate even the most cynical detractors . The rattle of assault rifles and the bank - bank laser Testament feel like exciting when they are coming out with a portable device , and the Halo universe works brilliantly from a different viewing angle .
It does not sell hardware , but it is a rich and enjoyable arcade blaster with enough content and challenge to keep you playing for a good few days . The lack of multiplayer is a bit of a sore spot , but it has promised not - too - distant future .
Halo : Spartan Assault shows the potential of Windows -powered tablet and phone as gaming machines . Microsoft , 343 , and Vanguard have shown the way - now you take care of the rest of the game - the developing world to take notice .
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