A dedicated supporter of the original Xbox recently took to social media to proudly exhibit a factory-sealed copy of Halo 2: Limited Collector's Edition that was obtained at a remarkable price from a local Value Village store. The Xbox enthusiast's post sparked a flurry of inquiries from other users about the possibility of selling the discovered item, prompting similar anecdotes from individuals who had chanced upon discounted games at various stores.

Originally launched in November 2004, Halo 2 served as a direct sequel to Halo: Combat Evolved on the inaugural Xbox console. Boasting support for online multiplayer through Xbox Live and local multiplayer through the system link feature, Halo 2 remains revered as one of the standout entries in the series. Despite its formidable reputation for featuring one of the most challenging campaigns in the Halo series, with unforgiving and relentless enemy hordes, fans continue to cherish it as a pinnacle of the Halo franchise.

Amidst a visit to a Value Village store, a devoted Xbox gamer stumbled upon a discovery that provided their peers with a nostalgic glimpse into gaming during the 2000s. A Reddit user, No_Reflection7190, shared three images of a Halo 2: Limited Collector's Edition copy on the r/Halo subreddit that had been purchased for a mere $7. The game remained factory-sealed in shrink-wrapped plastic, featuring a prominently displayed Xbox Live sticker on the cover. Distinguishing itself from the standard version, this edition was housed in a silver-colored steel book adorned with Halo 2's logo, with two tamper-evident stickers positioned at the bottom and side of the package.

At the time of its release, Halo 2: Limited Collector's Edition was retailed at $60 and included a copy of Halo 2 and a DVD containing documentaries detailing the game's development. In the comments section of No_Reflection7190's post, several Halo enthusiasts highlighted that sealed copies of Halo 2: Limited Collector's Edition are valued at up to $230. In comparison, the Halo Infinite Collector's Edition was launched at $169 by retailers such as Walmart.

While the original poster has not shown any inclination to part with their discovery, the campaign and multiplayer maps of Halo 2 are presently accessible through Halo: The Master Chief Collection. As the future of the Halo series remains uncertain, only time will reveal Microsoft's intentions for the franchise in 2024.