Another gaming site I had no idea existed before now, Four Fat Chicks, has posted a Halo review by Dan Benge. Here's what Benge has to say in conclusion:
Halo is a classic. It's one of the best games of 2001 and a good shot in the arm for 3D shooters and the Xbox. It's another addition to the latest trend of computer games that let you use your own style. It's replayable, as the AI makes everything almost completely unpredictable each time you play it. To top it all off, the graphics are excellent.
Under the verdict in the review is a smiling star... I have no idea what it is supposed to represent (or if other games receive more than one) but the review itself is glowingly positive. So there you have it... even fat chicks like Halo.
Thanks VoodooExtreme.