Players can download original Halo version before it became a first-person shooter

Players can now download and play the original version of Halo: Combat Evolved, known as Halo 1: Speartest, for free. This version features gameplay elements from its early development, including third-person shooting and various weapons. The Speartest build allows players to experience Halo in a new way, showcasing a different vision before it became a first-person shooter. This release follows recent efforts by fans to make other early Halo demos playable. The original Halo was initially developed as a mix of real-time strategy and third-person shooter for Apple systems. This new availability highlights the game's long history and evolution since its announcement in 2000.