Black Mesa

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8.9

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  1. GospodLeon
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    Code, graphics, and sound turned into a spectacular game. The last time I was this impressed was with the first Deus Ex game. Technological art that took something great and made it spectacular! This was a pleasure to play, art to see, and the soundtrack that creates a world of its own. B R I L L I A N T! To all creators who created this game (code, sound, art...) - Bravo!
  2. NaMea
    Feb 25, 2021
    10
    Please I want HL2 Remake because of this game will my dreams come true? Anyways the game is simply a masterpiece if you didnt play HL you can buy this game and play it just do it man just play the game
  3. Khaffy02
    Feb 25, 2021
    10
    Gameplay: Interesting
    Soundtrack: Epic
    Graphics: Good
    Storyline: Good
    Dinamic: Intense
    Difficulty: Normal
    Community: Just people
    PC Requirements: Normal
    Game Time: Long
    Price: The price meets expectations
    10/10
  4. Naselone
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Wow this is amazing. It's a complete overhaul of '98s Half-Life remade in the source engine. The music is awesome especially when you get to xen.
  5. slat3r
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Downloaded the original Half-Life for free during the two weeks leading up to the release of half-life Alyx. I couldn't get myself through the dated graphics and mechanics that had aged like milk. When I bought Black Mesa, I simply came for the story but left with much more than I ever could have dreamed of. The game shows its date in the beginning but the closer you get to the ending, theDownloaded the original Half-Life for free during the two weeks leading up to the release of half-life Alyx. I couldn't get myself through the dated graphics and mechanics that had aged like milk. When I bought Black Mesa, I simply came for the story but left with much more than I ever could have dreamed of. The game shows its date in the beginning but the closer you get to the ending, the better it becomes. Do I recommend it? If you are tired of dated games but still want to experience them then this is the one!… Expand
  6. BrainlessCowork
    May 26, 2021
    10
    Basically the one thing that needs to be said is that if you haven't played Half Life yet and are scared away by the old looking graphics of the original then this is where you need to be.
    Half Life to computer fans is like Halo to console fans even though Half Life inspired Halo. The only gripe I have with this game is there's sometimes clipping problems on certain geometry and the only    Basically the one thing that needs to be said is that if you haven't played Half Life yet and are scared away by the old looking graphics of the original then this is where you need to be.
    Half Life to computer fans is like Halo to console fans even though Half Life inspired Halo. The only gripe I have with this game is there's sometimes clipping problems on certain geometry and the only way to remedy the situation is to exit the game and reload, but besides that this is the perfect Half Life recreation and best version to be playing in 2021.    … Expand
  7. felip3fl
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    I finished this game in 2021. It was an amazing adventure. I highly recommend it.
  8. NyanFish
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Как можно не пройти ремейк Халф Лайфа, отличный шутан без кинца и катсцен
    Отличный саундтрек и подтяннутая графика делают её отличной игрой, которая заслуживает максимальной оценки как отличный ремейк
    Единственное что не очень приятно, под конец игра становиться стимулятором паркура 10 хиткрабов из 10    Как можно не пройти ремейк Халф Лайфа, отличный шутан без кинца и катсцен
    Отличный саундтрек и подтяннутая графика делают её отличной игрой, которая заслуживает максимальной оценки как отличный ремейк
    Единственное что не очень приятно, под конец игра становиться стимулятором паркура
    10 хиткрабов из 10
  9. Janekniklas
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Genial was für eine Arbeit hier geschaffen wurde. Es ist einfach ein Klassiker. Noch besser als sein sehr guter Vorgänger
  10. Dann_Soll
    Feb 4, 2022
    10
    The best remake, the humanity ever made! Black Mesa - is a true HL1 reincarnation.
  11. good76
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    Story: 100/100
    Gameplay: 85/100
    Graphics: 100/100
    Music/Soundtrack: 100/100
    Main Character(s): 70/100
    Side Characters: 90/100
    Regular Enemies: 90/100
    Bosses/Boss fights: 100/100
    World/Level Design: 100/100
    Playability (Bugs and optimization after patches): 100/100
  12. Uarabei
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    A remake of one of the best games in the history of mankind.

    Can there be low ratings? I think no. This is a cool opportunity for young players to play this masterpiece with modern graphics.
  13. The_D4RknesS
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    This one is a real remaster haha Everything you have in half life 2 but with very significant improvements like more violence, better graphics and much more blood particles
  14. Unmaykr
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    Fantastic graphics, fantastic xen world fantastic music. It's just awesome.
  15. thehoang123
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    After 16 years of development, it's safe to say: This is the best fan remake game of all time. Shows you how important of Half-Life series was and still to the industry.
  16. syreen
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    It's a very nice production. I had a very nice experience. It's one of the most beautiful works I've ever seen and thank you for playing this game. By the way, the music is very nice.
  17. Hyperfailure
    Dec 15, 2022
    10
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  18. Miquekp15
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    para mí de los mejores remakes de half-life es bueno volver a la infancia que recuerdos
  19. ayuwooh
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Black Mesa is an exceptional remaster of the classic Half-Life game that has been updated with stunning visuals that surpass even those of Half-Life 2. The game offers an extended playtime, achievements to enhance the gaming experience, and the added bonus of being created by a dedicated group of fans. The dedication and passion put into this project are evident in the game's attention toBlack Mesa is an exceptional remaster of the classic Half-Life game that has been updated with stunning visuals that surpass even those of Half-Life 2. The game offers an extended playtime, achievements to enhance the gaming experience, and the added bonus of being created by a dedicated group of fans. The dedication and passion put into this project are evident in the game's attention to detail, refined gameplay mechanics, and faithful recreation of the original storyline.

    For fans of the Half-Life series, Black Mesa is an absolute must-play.    … Expand
  20. Liquid_Cold
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Это Half-Life!
    Он вернулся обновлённый, улучшенный, такой же сногсшибательный и клёвый!
    Моё почтение той заботе, с которой Crowbar Collective отнеслись к культовому творению Valve.
  21. Cer2xrafa
    Aug 8, 2023
    10
    Un remake perfecto de un juego perfecto, la mejor forma de jugar esta obra maestra; los gráficos, paridad con Half -LIfe 2 y su soundtrack legendario, lo hace un shooter divertido, que mantiene enganchado desde el primer momento, con su estética e historia apocalíptica. Su mayor diferencia con el original es el mundo de Xen, que en el original se veía horrible, y aquí se ve precioso.
    En    Un remake perfecto de un juego perfecto, la mejor forma de jugar esta obra maestra; los gráficos, paridad con Half -LIfe 2 y su soundtrack legendario, lo hace un shooter divertido, que mantiene enganchado desde el primer momento, con su estética e historia apocalíptica. Su mayor diferencia con el original es el mundo de Xen, que en el original se veía horrible, y aquí se ve precioso.
    En resumen, un juego recomendado, sobre todo para fans de los shooters en primera persona    … Expand
  22. armadonpower
    Jun 13, 2023
    10
    This Half-Life 1 remake is a must-play for any HL fan. Its incredible visuals, engaging gameplay, and faithful recreation are simply unmatched.
  23. EymenYk
    Jul 14, 2023
    10
    ı realy like black mesa ıts like half life 3 ı am not joking yeah half life 33333333
  24. nemix3d
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    An almost perfect remake of an almost perfect game. It was great to play the good old Half Life again with some sweet new HD graphics and some awesome new music. I'd recommend this game not only to the ones that played the old Half Life, but also to other gamers that enjoy a good story and some awesome first-person shooter action.
  25. AlexandrRosca
    May 15, 2021
    9
    Black Mesa | 2020 | PC | Played for: 15h

    A complete remake of original Half-Life in Source engine. It is mainly fan made. The plot and main theme is faithful to the original game. The graphics are gorgeous, but nothing extraordinary for 2020, but well optimized. Sound and music are good. Gameplay is mostly a mix of HL1 and HL2, with some wackiness her and there. Overall I would    Black Mesa | 2020 | PC | Played for: 15h

    A complete remake of original Half-Life in Source engine. It is mainly fan made. The plot and main theme is faithful to the original game.
    The graphics are gorgeous, but nothing extraordinary for 2020, but well optimized.
    Sound and music are good.
    Gameplay is mostly a mix of HL1 and HL2, with some wackiness her and there.
    Overall I would recommend playing this one after completing the Original.

    Story: 9/10
    Gameplay: 8/10
    Graphics/Physics: 9/10
    Music/Sound: 8,5/10
    Overall: 8,6/10    … Expand
  26. DGDrocks7
    Feb 15, 2013
    9
    The quality of the game is so great, it looks like it was actually made by Valve. However, it's actually a stand-alone mod of Half-Life 2 made by a group of fans. And boy they did wonderful. Anyway, this is a remake of the original Half-Life from 1998. I, however, haven't played it, but just by looking at levels from the original on YouTube and then comparing them to those of Black Mesa,The quality of the game is so great, it looks like it was actually made by Valve. However, it's actually a stand-alone mod of Half-Life 2 made by a group of fans. And boy they did wonderful. Anyway, this is a remake of the original Half-Life from 1998. I, however, haven't played it, but just by looking at levels from the original on YouTube and then comparing them to those of Black Mesa, you can see how much is changed. There is so much to be seen and done that there's no way I can find the words to express it let alone state it. So, why don't you download the game and see for yourself? I mean, there's nothing to lose, it's free! All you just need is Steam (which is, of course, free as well).… Expand
  27. nitro912gr
    Dec 16, 2012
    9
    The only problem for me, was the frame rate issues at moments.

    The game is wonderful and traveled me back in time when I was first playing half life 1 in an ancient celeron 300 and a diamond stealth 3... It also had a lot of changes here and there to make it more modern than the original, without destroying the felling.
  28. 10k_Volts
    Nov 20, 2012
    9
    There really isn't much more you could have asked for when it came to bringing Half-Life into modern times. It's not a direct carbon copy, but what is different is definitely not detracting from anything at all. For a group of modders doing this in their spare time with no real funding, you have to sit back and appreciate just what has actually become of their hard work. I could so easilyThere really isn't much more you could have asked for when it came to bringing Half-Life into modern times. It's not a direct carbon copy, but what is different is definitely not detracting from anything at all. For a group of modders doing this in their spare time with no real funding, you have to sit back and appreciate just what has actually become of their hard work. I could so easily have dropped $30 on this game.… Expand
  29. Dune_Jumper
    Mar 12, 2015
    9
    Black Mesa is the Source remake of Half-Life we've always wanted. It (almost) has the same amount of polish an official Valve game would have. The only reason I don't give it a perfect 10/10 is because the AI is pretty bad. The soldier AI is especially horrible. However, this will likely be fixed in the full Steam release. So I'll raise my score when that comes out.
    Sadly, Xen is missing    Black Mesa is the Source remake of Half-Life we've always wanted. It (almost) has the same amount of polish an official Valve game would have. The only reason I don't give it a perfect 10/10 is because the AI is pretty bad. The soldier AI is especially horrible. However, this will likely be fixed in the full Steam release. So I'll raise my score when that comes out.
    Sadly, Xen is missing entirely. We'll just have to be patient, and wait for the full release on Steam. The developers are also working on multiplayer, which is awesome.    … Expand
  30. Darkmark
    Mar 9, 2013
    9
    An almost perfect remake of an almost perfect game. It was great to play the good old Half Life again with some sweet new HD graphics and some awesome new music. I'd recommend this game not only to the ones that played the old Half Life, but also to other gamers that enjoy a good story and some awesome first-person shooter action.
  31. Jacer200
    Mar 10, 2013
    9
    This is one of the best re texturing and full modding of any pc game I have ever played. The sound is awesome and plays well with most modern gpus. The game has a few glitches here and there but the fact that it is free I can look past it. With the game set to hard you will have a great experience. This game is one of the holy trinity of first person shooters that set the game industryThis is one of the best re texturing and full modding of any pc game I have ever played. The sound is awesome and plays well with most modern gpus. The game has a few glitches here and there but the fact that it is free I can look past it. With the game set to hard you will have a great experience. This game is one of the holy trinity of first person shooters that set the game industry standards. Wolfenstien, Doom, Half Life.… Expand
  32. TheBunnyKicker
    Sep 28, 2012
    9
    Probably the best mod out there. Free to play and entirely worth your time. Half life fans new and old should thoroughly enjoy this game, as well as folks who haven't tried the series before.

    If you enjoy first person shooters and games with a gripping plot; you won't want to miss this game
  33. Frosti
    Sep 30, 2012
    9
    Just finished this game, very good, like the original game. I'm very happy that it's free for people that has Source games, because Source games are my life, i almost play nothing else. I am taking off 10% for minor things, it was a pain in the ass to get the mod, and the second, the clothes of the figures should be improved more. Very good game, especially that only 40 volunteers madeJust finished this game, very good, like the original game. I'm very happy that it's free for people that has Source games, because Source games are my life, i almost play nothing else. I am taking off 10% for minor things, it was a pain in the ass to get the mod, and the second, the clothes of the figures should be improved more. Very good game, especially that only 40 volunteers made it, that is the best thing.… Expand
  34. Phaedrus2129
    Oct 29, 2012
    9
    Fantastic remake of one of the greatest games of all time. It's not perfect; graphics look like 2007/2008 vintage, the crouch jumping is annoying, and the framerate takes some hits here and there. But the polish and attention to detail, and the classic nostalgic gameplay, make this one of my favorite games of 2012. Must play.
  35. Eddard
    Nov 28, 2012
    9
    I have so many nice memories about the good old Half-Life time. Its so many yeats ago, that i have played Half Life and i love this mod with improved Graphics. Black Mesa makes fun and is for free! What else should i say?
  36. MrNegative
    Dec 29, 2012
    9
    This is one of the only games that I have ever been truly excited for. This game is a truly fantastic revamp of a truly fantastic game. With just about everything redesigned from its original counterpart, it looks great and also feels great. This game also exhibits amazing things that can be done in the Source Engine. Gameplay is fun, but there really isn't much of a storyline. Oh well.This is one of the only games that I have ever been truly excited for. This game is a truly fantastic revamp of a truly fantastic game. With just about everything redesigned from its original counterpart, it looks great and also feels great. This game also exhibits amazing things that can be done in the Source Engine. Gameplay is fun, but there really isn't much of a storyline. Oh well. Good job, Black Mesa developers!… Expand
  37. Lazy_Ninja
    Jan 2, 2013
    9
    This is a masterpiece of work for 40 volunteers. They have not really created a mod, but a full game that does a very good job recreating the good moments of the long timed Half Life, released in 1998. And obviously, it rocks HL Source very easily, both on graphics and gameplay. Unlike some say: It is not required a top GPU to run the game. It runs well on a GT 240 128 bit DDR3, but exceptThis is a masterpiece of work for 40 volunteers. They have not really created a mod, but a full game that does a very good job recreating the good moments of the long timed Half Life, released in 1998. And obviously, it rocks HL Source very easily, both on graphics and gameplay. Unlike some say: It is not required a top GPU to run the game. It runs well on a GT 240 128 bit DDR3, but except some lag in graphically intensive moments. Summarizing: It does a fantastic job to recreate HL, and I think this is not really a mod, but a new game with a very similar story to the original HL, with some ambients completely recreated. It brings back to life the long forgotten HL, now replaced by some mods, being only a shadow of the original HL, namely: Counter Strike, Day of Defeat or Team Fortress(the former i liked it pretty much). But it also haves it some con aspects. While it does not require a top Graphics Card to run, do not except to run this game, even on medium details, with a 8400GS or a 8500GT. And also, there are some FPS issues on some parts, namely after the first chapter of the game, on the exploded power reactor. Other than that, i would give it 9.7/10 easily.… Expand
  38. C4IGNITION
    Jan 20, 2013
    9
    Firstly it's free! Anyone caught whining needs to be shot in the face. It is a update to a classic from passionate and dedicated fans, who happily gave up their time to give a facelift to one of histories best FPS games. It feels as good as it did all those years ago, the improved graphics help it feel modern. If you haven't already played the original (or wanna get back into the boots ofFirstly it's free! Anyone caught whining needs to be shot in the face. It is a update to a classic from passionate and dedicated fans, who happily gave up their time to give a facelift to one of histories best FPS games. It feels as good as it did all those years ago, the improved graphics help it feel modern. If you haven't already played the original (or wanna get back into the boots of Gordon) do yourself a favour and download it now. It's not trying to be a totally original game so expect it to be, don't be an idiot complaining that it's the same story etc.… Expand
  39. 0m3g4z3r0
    Oct 8, 2013
    9
    i loved this game to the max just as good as the original the only problem is well it ends where BLACK MESA ends no XEN but still an incredible experience i would totally have paid for this
  40. polyakoviv
    Apr 7, 2013
    9
    just play it- you'll love it. And it is free, so yay! I played the original HL1 back in the days and revisiting it with Black Mesa was a great experience.
  41. Kiwgista
    Apr 1, 2013
    9
    How to make a better game out of a game that was already great. Well, just play Black Mesa an see for yourself how that can be possible. It's an improvment in every way.
  42. B1ackGuard
    Jul 14, 2015
    9
    Eleven years ago, when I had a personal computer, Half-Life was the first first-person shooter in which I fully played. Then I do not know how to play the game of this genre. The game seemed to me difficult, could not even aim properly, let down coordination. But the game was so interesting that it took probably twenty times. Now remember with a smile. For its time, Half-Life was anEleven years ago, when I had a personal computer, Half-Life was the first first-person shooter in which I fully played. Then I do not know how to play the game of this genre. The game seemed to me difficult, could not even aim properly, let down coordination. But the game was so interesting that it took probably twenty times. Now remember with a smile. For its time, Half-Life was an important milestone in the development FPS, innovative gameplay, interactive environment, unusual story etc. Without Half-Life would not have games like F.E.A.R, Crysis etc. And now, after eleven years is a remake Black Mesa. How's great to play in the good old Half-Life in a new way with nice graphics, advanced physics... one word... nostalgia… Expand
  43. GrujaHD
    Oct 19, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simply amazing... One of the best mods out there. It is definitely mod of the year. It has some new puzzles that weren't in half life 1 and because of some limitations i think they removed some stuff but as a result they also added a lot of new puzzles. But its not perfect the platforming is not good at all but its not impossible, platforming in FPS games is a bad idea but they couldn't just remove that because of half life 1 had a lot of platforming sections. Its not perfect but for a free mod its good and i would even say its harder then the original half life 1 the AI is also good. The Black Mesa team did a great job and i cant wait to see the Xen levels. Like i said its not perfect but for a free mod its great.… Expand
  44. Outlander999
    Nov 17, 2013
    9
    Black Mesa is a great, very polished and totally free remake of the classic Half Life. What ask for more? If you loved the original, you MUST play this game. VIRTUALINN.IT
  45. Voodoo123
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    +Incredible effort from the mod community in birthing such an ambitious project
    +Excellent upgrade from the 1998 original firmly putting the visuals in line with HL2 and effectively turning a visual upgrade patch into a full blown remaster
    -While most of the new additions are welcome, some added a bit too much 'roam bloat' for my taste I bought this on release and was not    +Incredible effort from the mod community in birthing such an ambitious project
    +Excellent upgrade from the 1998 original firmly putting the visuals in line with HL2 and effectively turning a visual upgrade patch into a full blown remaster
    -While most of the new additions are welcome, some added a bit too much 'roam bloat' for my taste

    I bought this on release and was not disappointed. This project more effectively tells the story of Gordon Freeman and sets up new players for HL2 wonderfully. It is an essential purchase for anyone who is a fan of the fps action adventure genre that Valve started back in 1998. Is it perfect? Most of the original game is intact with additional visual and gameplay upgrades. However IMO some of the pacing feels off towards the end section of the game with some overly long back and forth missions in a vast dull environment.... Overall an absolute joy to see this game finished and pick it up.    … Expand
  46. azeitona
    Dec 6, 2014
    9
    A free mod worth more than many triple-A games. Half Life is my favorite game of all times, and Black Mesa puts on a superb job recreating the atmosphere. The Source engine is really showing its age, but the level design, the pacing and the fast gunplay, trademarks of the Half Life series, are all here. A modern take on a classic that does not disappoint. Actually, if you never played theA free mod worth more than many triple-A games. Half Life is my favorite game of all times, and Black Mesa puts on a superb job recreating the atmosphere. The Source engine is really showing its age, but the level design, the pacing and the fast gunplay, trademarks of the Half Life series, are all here. A modern take on a classic that does not disappoint. Actually, if you never played the original, go ahead and play Black Mesa. It is THAT good. The bugs and the enemy AI can be frustrating, but it is a superb experience. And Valve is involved with the project now, and they are planning a retail release, with everything fixed, better visuals and an input from Valve. Can't wait for it to come out!… Expand
  47. jelikey
    Oct 11, 2017
    9
    Firstly it's free! Anyone caught whining needs to be shot in the face. It is a update to a classic from passionate and dedicated fans, who happily gave up their time to give a facelift to one of histories best FPS games. It feels as good as it did all those years ago, the improved graphics help it feel modern. If you haven't already played the original (or wanna get back into the boots of
  48. shayneoneill
    Jun 7, 2015
    9
    Lets be clear about one thing, this isn't a mod. Its a complete game written from the ground up on the latest iiteration of the source engine and it shows. Its still half life, it feels like half life, its got half lifes sense of humor along with the sort of menacing claustrophobia that reminds us why "corridor shooters" where so dominant in the 90s. But like half life, its more than aLets be clear about one thing, this isn't a mod. Its a complete game written from the ground up on the latest iiteration of the source engine and it shows. Its still half life, it feels like half life, its got half lifes sense of humor along with the sort of menacing claustrophobia that reminds us why "corridor shooters" where so dominant in the 90s. But like half life, its more than a corridor, its a game with brains. Whilst your still expected to mow down everything that isnt a scientist or security guard, some seemingly intractivle sections can be defeated by other methods. If I have any criticisms , its that jumping puzzles really arent that fun, and theres a few of them in here. But thats a fault of the original game too, and was endemic to 90s shooters. But honestly, they arent that back and provide a bit of a break from the gun play anyway.

    I strongly recomend this to both Gen Xers that loved the original half life, but also to young folks who wonder what all the fuss was about. This really IS that good a game. Don't play it for nostalgia. Play it because its actually a damn fine game.    … Expand
  49. NatT96
    Jun 14, 2015
    9
    The best game remaster I have seen in years! This is a great re-invitation to Half-Life's beginning. The games visuals with be sure to take you on a pc nostalgic thrill ride that won't disappoint....well except the loading portions of the game, they drive me nuts, like I have more than enough power in my PC, unnecessary loading pauses is something I hated about the original.
  50. Obomrapaz
    Sep 30, 2015
    9
    Eu dou meus parabéns aos produtores do game(que eu sei que não é Valve), melhorar algo que já era incrível com tão poucos erros. Agora, Valve faz trilogia, fala sério!
  51. multiverseAE
    Feb 27, 2016
    9
    Black Mesa sets the bar for single player mods. Black Mesa also sets the bar for HD remakes of classic games by which I will be judging all others.

    Right of the bat, developers Crowbar Collective had some big shoes to fill, creating a fully modernized version of one of the most beloved and influential first person shooters of all time is no small task. The half-life community eagerly    Black Mesa sets the bar for single player mods. Black Mesa also sets the bar for HD remakes of classic games by which I will be judging all others.

    Right of the bat, developers Crowbar Collective had some big shoes to fill, creating a fully modernized version of one of the most beloved and influential first person shooters of all time is no small task. The half-life community eagerly awaited the finished mod for years, and hardly anyone was disappointed with what we got.

    What we got was an insanely polished, technically solid, beautifully updated and crazy fun game which boasts just as much fun as the 1999 classic. Upon my first playthrough, I was absolutely assured that not a second of the 8 years it took to make this mod was not wasted. The nostalgic moments are redone with delicate care and a real attention to detail, and the levels are tweaked just enough to keep the game fresh for even the most seasoned half-life veteran.

    A must play for any FPS fan.    … Expand
  52. Beanz
    Apr 3, 2016
    9
    A great remake of the original half-life. It keeps the feel of the level design and story while adding beautiful graphics, smoother game play, polished animations, and soo much more. The multiplayer is also very enjoyable (If you can find a game that is).
  53. MonrealProSinon
    Feb 21, 2017
    9
    great remake of one of the best games ever but it have some glitches an fps drops here and there am playing it with gtx 1080 and i7 6700k and 16gb of ram and have this issues
  54. kizakmaccazak
    Nov 30, 2017
    9
    The music queuing needs a bit of work - Questionable Ethics 1 works really well during its moment. Surface Tension 2 could've been used a lot more wisely, IMO, despite aligning with Hazardous Environments. Also I'm measuring this game against the original franchise, not as a fan project, because this game is actually great, so it deserves to be rated as a "real" game - welcome to theThe music queuing needs a bit of work - Questionable Ethics 1 works really well during its moment. Surface Tension 2 could've been used a lot more wisely, IMO, despite aligning with Hazardous Environments. Also I'm measuring this game against the original franchise, not as a fan project, because this game is actually great, so it deserves to be rated as a "real" game - welcome to the major leagues, Crowbar Collective. 9/10.… Expand
  55. gamecorner
    Sep 8, 2018
    9
    Black Mesa is a great remake of the original Half-Life. The graphics are really nice and I'm glad that they included the new physics engine. It doesn't acquire a gaming pc, it runs perfectly even on low budget laptops around 60 fps. The AI can be fixed a little bit, but it does the job. I give Black Mesa a 9 out of 10.
  56. LetMePickThat
    Aug 7, 2018
    9
    While we are still waiting for Xen to be released, Black Mesa is already a great game by every aspect. Despite the use of an outdated engine, the graphics are great, and the atmosphere is really cool. For those who did not play the original Half-Life or who want to revisit the Black Mesa complex, this game is a must have.
    Black mesa runs flawlessly, with no bugs what so ever and a very    While we are still waiting for Xen to be released, Black Mesa is already a great game by every aspect. Despite the use of an outdated engine, the graphics are great, and the atmosphere is really cool. For those who did not play the original Half-Life or who want to revisit the Black Mesa complex, this game is a must have.
    Black mesa runs flawlessly, with no bugs what so ever and a very nice framerate, even on low-end systems.    … Expand
  57. Kotofon
    Feb 7, 2022
    9
    Black Mesa — ремейк культовой компьютерной игры Half-Life 1998 года на движке Source. Представляет собой модификацию игры Half-Life 2. Разработчики воссоздали оригинальную вселенную Half-Life, используя расширенные возможности движка Source, переработали все текстуры, модели и уровни, реализовали отличный геймплей. Создатели игры заявили, что собираются сделать полностью синхроннуюBlack Mesa — ремейк культовой компьютерной игры Half-Life 1998 года на движке Source. Представляет собой модификацию игры Half-Life 2. Разработчики воссоздали оригинальную вселенную Half-Life, используя расширенные возможности движка Source, переработали все текстуры, модели и уровни, реализовали отличный геймплей. Создатели игры заявили, что собираются сделать полностью синхронную сюжетную линию, лишь несколько изменив её, не нарушая баланса. Наряду с оружием их оригинальной игры разработчики добавили к защитному костюму H.E.V функцию «спринт» и реализовали полностью синхронную сюжетную линию, не нарушая баланса. Сама игра является улучшенной версией Xen из Half-Life Source. Это можно заметить по текстурам и моделям, значительно улучшающих графику на картах. Помимо этого, на некоторых картах была улучшена геометрия. Кроме вышеперечисленного, создатели добавили динамические тени, улучшили статическое освещение и отражения, отображение воды и изменили текстуры окружения на более качественные.… Expand
  58. POstAL_QueeN
    Nov 23, 2018
    9
    Спустя много лет ты заходишь и понимаешь, что: «Да, черт возьми». Ну и конечно это чувство, куда без него. Мое знакомство с игровой индустрией в плане компьютерных игр началось как раз с Half-Life. Я помню как все мои друзья говорили только про Сталкер, и бесконечно о нем. Я же наслаждался игрой в это прекрасное произведение и мне было крайне весело следить за похождениями Гордона Фримена.Спустя много лет ты заходишь и понимаешь, что: «Да, черт возьми». Ну и конечно это чувство, куда без него. Мое знакомство с игровой индустрией в плане компьютерных игр началось как раз с Half-Life. Я помню как все мои друзья говорили только про Сталкер, и бесконечно о нем. Я же наслаждался игрой в это прекрасное произведение и мне было крайне весело следить за похождениями Гордона Фримена.

    Об игре говорить в общем то и нечего, кроме того что ее перенесли на движок от Half-Life 2. Это если масштабно, то да, вся концепция, геймплей, графика и т.д. перекочевали на другой (более плавный как его называют, в игре можно в сразу понять о чем идет речь) движок. Плюс к этому изменили концовку. Опять же, если вкратце то после телепортации не чего ни происходит. То есть по сути не изменили, а убрали вовсе. Не знаю с чем это связано, не интересовался. Но может быть это как некая дань уважения разработчикам оригинальной Half-Life, чтобы у Black Mesa все было ни как там, но при этом не добавлять своего сюжета, ибо это коверканье шедевра. Это мои догадки.

    Игру конечно же обязательно к прохождению, в особенности тем кто прошел оригинал. Так сказать заново прочувствовать атмосферу.    … Expand
  59. gameking
    Oct 6, 2020
    9
    Black Mesa is incredible game. All things are wonderfull. This is not just a remake. This game is very different from the original half-life. The last 2 episode are iittle bit long and ı am bored but still this game is a masterpiece.
  60. Lucky_Nike
    Jul 27, 2022
    9
    Black Mesa showed there are still games that are focused on atmospheric world and gameplay. And along with exploration and with moments of nice surprises make this game 9/10.

    What a great feeling is when you go forward through this world and you basicaly has no idea what to expect, but you still somehow know there is something new just around corner; or there is what you already know    Black Mesa showed there are still games that are focused on atmospheric world and gameplay. And along with exploration and with moments of nice surprises make this game 9/10.

    What a great feeling is when you go forward through this world and you basicaly has no idea what to expect, but you still somehow know there is something new just around corner; or there is what you already know but it is enhanced to level when you just simply want to see more.

    Graphics is very consistent, quality of models sometimes vary, but still its somehow original and some places are top even without todays technologies. Just sometimes I stopped to watch enviroment and said to myself: damn, those guys has good imagination..

    Its fast paced, you can quickload, quicksave. You have control over your character all time, cutscenes are simply happenign no matter if you watch them or move forward and you dont loose control over your character. its similar to Dead Space - you are simply there.

    There was some things I didnt like, but game do not make habit of repeating itself so once you go through it, you wont see it again in another form. Also imo some parts of Xen was a bit too long like its a bit different game then previous parts and from time time changed pace of game, nevertheless it was still great but a little bit unbalanced in how you feel about it. ...and I dont like jumping parts in whatever fps game .).

    Its one of rare games I am considering give it 10. Its almost there.

    For everyone who like to enjoy atmospheric world, fps and enjoy games which do not waste your time I would recommend it.

    Many great feelings. Superb game.

    Played with OLED, 5.1 surround.    … Expand
  61. ChumaGG
    Jul 8, 2021
    9
    Este juego es increible, pese a ser un fps tiene algo que hace que se sienta distinto, especial.

    graficamente no es una maravilla pero tenemos que reconocer que Crowbar Collective hizo un excelente trabajo.
  62. fatninja82
    May 1, 2020
    9
    Valio la pena los 16 años que dedicaron a este juego , es la primera vez que juego half life y que mejor manera que con este increible remaster.
  63. rwncop
    Feb 15, 2021
    9
    After playing all the Half-Life games all last year in preparation for Alyx, playing Black Mesa is really a special treat. It's been in development for a long time but it really has been worth the wait. I was completely blown away with how well done Xen was done, I've seen it's some people's favourite part of the game. In a way Xen feels like it's own game it's so well done, adding so muchAfter playing all the Half-Life games all last year in preparation for Alyx, playing Black Mesa is really a special treat. It's been in development for a long time but it really has been worth the wait. I was completely blown away with how well done Xen was done, I've seen it's some people's favourite part of the game. In a way Xen feels like it's own game it's so well done, adding so much great content. While remaking Half-Life they were able to keep what kept the original special, it has a certain feel to it. The music was really out of this world, adding to sections of the game that gave me goosebumps. If you're a fan of Half-Life then this really is a must play.

    The reason I didn't give a 10/10 is because it still needs a little bit more polishing. There were a few times the fps tanked and we had a couple crashes.    … Expand
  64. Xmariokiler
    Jan 29, 2020
    9
    I very good half life remake but it'9 becouse fight with helicopter suck Hhjjjjjhgdt
  65. adamCS
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    Es hermoso esa banda sonora esos gráficos la jugabilidad sigue como la original le daría 10/10 pero tiene algunos bugs que con el tiempo se puede arreglar además tienen que optimizar un poco mas en las selvas de Xen. Este juego si que esta echo con amor y alma, en resumen es una obra de arte y maestra gracias desarrolladores y editores de Crowbar Collective por hacer este hermoso juego yEs hermoso esa banda sonora esos gráficos la jugabilidad sigue como la original le daría 10/10 pero tiene algunos bugs que con el tiempo se puede arreglar además tienen que optimizar un poco mas en las selvas de Xen. Este juego si que esta echo con amor y alma, en resumen es una obra de arte y maestra gracias desarrolladores y editores de Crowbar Collective por hacer este hermoso juego y esa banda sonora de Xen se re siente hasta me hace llorar de la emoción.… Expand
  66. SewAwOw
    Jul 31, 2021
    9
    Шикарная игра и отличный ремейк. Фанаты постарались на славу, одновременно сохранив дух оригинала и освежив его. Хорошая графика, превосходная музыка, какие-то геймплейные доработки, единственно - слишком затянут Зен, его бы сократить в два раза, но это уже придирки. А так, игру смело рекомендую тем, кто еще не играл в халф лайф. После прохождения блек месы думаю, вы поймете, почему этаШикарная игра и отличный ремейк. Фанаты постарались на славу, одновременно сохранив дух оригинала и освежив его. Хорошая графика, превосходная музыка, какие-то геймплейные доработки, единственно - слишком затянут Зен, его бы сократить в два раза, но это уже придирки. А так, игру смело рекомендую тем, кто еще не играл в халф лайф. После прохождения блек месы думаю, вы поймете, почему эта серия стала культовой и пойдете играть в хл2.… Expand
  67. Gendiskan_71
    Jan 15, 2021
    9
    Es un juegazo, digno remake y al mismo tiempo homenaje de HL1, que permite disfrutar de aquella experiencia con muchas mejoras y una tecnología más moderna. El apartado gráfico y sonoro es excepcional, y la jugabilidad perfecta. Tan solo adolece de algunos bugs, si bien no entorpecen demasiado, y de que la traducción ha quedado un poco incompleta.
  68. GameBoyAdv4002
    Aug 24, 2021
    9
    This game started development in 2006. It took almost 1.5 decades to get its official 1.0 release. And you can tell. You can really tell. The game combines the best parts of Half-Life 1 and Half-Life 2 and mixes in a healthy amount of its own ideas to create, in my opinion, the best Half-Life game yet. Combining the superior weaponry, enemy design and location design of Half-Life with theThis game started development in 2006. It took almost 1.5 decades to get its official 1.0 release. And you can tell. You can really tell. The game combines the best parts of Half-Life 1 and Half-Life 2 and mixes in a healthy amount of its own ideas to create, in my opinion, the best Half-Life game yet. Combining the superior weaponry, enemy design and location design of Half-Life with the superior AI, world detail and world design of Half-Life 2 would already produce a great game, but the additions of improved Xen and vastly superior soundtrack make this a sure-fire purchase... as long as you have a good enough PC. Almost certainly the swan song for the Source engine.… Expand
  69. kndr
    May 12, 2021
    9
    A remake that stays true to original game while improving itself.

    Better story presentation, gunplay and puzzles.

    One thing I don't like is some parts are removed or shortened.
  70. Bmovo
    Dec 17, 2021
    9
    I am more likely to actually play xen on a replay of this game compared to the original
  71. lovepcgames
    Sep 6, 2022
    9
    Рад был пройти первую часть халвы с обновленной графикой. Очень качественный ремейк. Уважуха Crowbar Collective, реально постарались от души. Музыка заслуживает отдельной похвалы, особенно саундтрек в финальных титрах. Олды высоко оценят игру. К тому же халвы 3 еще долго не предвидится, так что блэк меза это глоток свежего воздуха для фанатов серии.Рад был пройти первую часть халвы с обновленной графикой. Очень качественный ремейк. Уважуха Crowbar Collective, реально постарались от души. Музыка заслуживает отдельной похвалы, особенно саундтрек в финальных титрах. Олды высоко оценят игру. К тому же халвы 3 еще долго не предвидится, так что блэк меза это глоток свежего воздуха для фанатов серии.
  72. Pizzanomicz
    Sep 21, 2021
    9
    An absolute must play for anyone with a PC. Half-Life is one of the most important games in PC gaming history, and this is an incredible remake that is faithful to what Valve created back in 1998, and even improves on much of the story/pacing. Although Xen did drag on a hair too long, I was completely blown away by what Crowbar Collective managed to create in those chapters, as well as theAn absolute must play for anyone with a PC. Half-Life is one of the most important games in PC gaming history, and this is an incredible remake that is faithful to what Valve created back in 1998, and even improves on much of the story/pacing. Although Xen did drag on a hair too long, I was completely blown away by what Crowbar Collective managed to create in those chapters, as well as the rest of the game. Absolutely stellar.… Expand
  73. petrkozak13
    Dec 12, 2021
    9
    This is what Half-Life: Source should have looked like. Great remake of the original game and awesome way to replay this cult classic.
  74. Darkell64
    Dec 29, 2021
    9
    Yes Resident Evil 2, Final Fantasy VII, Mafia Definitive Edition are also exellent remakes but this one hits different.
  75. KolesAdlerov
    Oct 9, 2022
    9
    Half-Remaster, Half-Remake, outstanding work! Not 10/10 BECAUSE OF 2 GARBAGE LEVELS AFTER XEN (Gonarch`s Lair & Interloper). Sometimes the Game lacks sounds and always has SH!TTY MAIN CHARACTER PHYSICS.
    But look at the weapon design [and remember the crappy weaponry from HL2]! The only Game that can barely compete with the weapon design from Quake series! Look at the gunfights with the    Half-Remaster, Half-Remake, outstanding work! Not 10/10 BECAUSE OF 2 GARBAGE LEVELS AFTER XEN (Gonarch`s Lair & Interloper). Sometimes the Game lacks sounds and always has SH!TTY MAIN CHARACTER PHYSICS.
    But look at the weapon design [and remember the crappy weaponry from HL2]! The only Game that can barely compete with the weapon design from Quake series! Look at the gunfights with the HECU marines! It's better than the original! Look at the Zombie Marines connected to drip, maaan!!!

    Gameplay:
    combat mechanics 9/10
    combat logic [AI often cheats] 8/10
    atmosphere 10/10
    Gameplay as immersive horror 6/10

    Story 10/10

    Graphics 7/10

    Sounds & music [buggy issues] 8/10

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    Remove Gonarch`s Lair & Interloper chapter, please. It's unplayable.    … Expand
  76. tiago1243
    Dec 22, 2022
    9
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  77. Acevi6
    Jan 18, 2023
    9
    A faithful remake of Half-life. Almost everything in the original has been improved upon. However there are some bugs that arent in the original game. Not sure when they'll get fixed but hopefully soon.
  78. threeoftendie
    May 8, 2023
    9
    Коротко, но исчерпывающе: прекрасная игра, замечательный ремейк, однозначно лучший фанатский проект подобного рода
  79. mawwex
    Jul 19, 2023
    9
    Perfect remake for those of us who find the old graphics worthy of being puked on.
  80. ReubenIsAGod
    Apr 3, 2020
    8
    It's a very good remake of the beloved classic. Xen is still not a very good level, and the platforming within the game gets rather tedious once you hit Xen.

    Overall it's a great remaster...do wish they were able to get the old voice actors back...regardless, it's a solid time. Much recommended.
  81. Osedax
    Sep 29, 2012
    8
    This is a great addition to the HL community, HOWEVER, I did not read into how far the game had been converted and was thoroughly disappointed where it ended. For those who have played the original, be prepared for it to end "a bit short." For those who have never played the original HL have fun!
  82. The_Doc
    Oct 29, 2012
    8
    It's quite good, especially for a fan made mod. Seeing the whole BM facility rebuilt really presses the right buttons. Now it looks a lot less like a game level and more like an actual place where people work. I only found 3 things I didn't like about this mod: they changed the ammo carrying capacity to HL2 standards (ie: too low), the enemy soldiers have godly accuracy and perfectIt's quite good, especially for a fan made mod. Seeing the whole BM facility rebuilt really presses the right buttons. Now it looks a lot less like a game level and more like an actual place where people work. I only found 3 things I didn't like about this mod: they changed the ammo carrying capacity to HL2 standards (ie: too low), the enemy soldiers have godly accuracy and perfect reflexes, and they changed the sound and firemode of the SMG. Other than that I loved every second of it.… Expand
  83. Klewer
    Jun 6, 2015
    8
    A fantastic recreation of one of gaming's classics. Does a great job creating the atmosphere and action that made this great while giving it a face lift. Only slight disappointment that lowers the score is still no Xen after this long which should be present now this is paid for.
  84. crackajaxx
    Jan 5, 2020
    8
    Black Mesa is an amazing game. A true and faithful recreation of one of the most, if not THE most legendary PC game of all time: Half-Life. What it seeks out to accomplish it does so while remaining faithful (for the most part) to the original vision.

    The introduction, Anomylous Materials has been lovingly remade and is absolutely gorgeous, just like most of everything is in this game.    Black Mesa is an amazing game. A true and faithful recreation of one of the most, if not THE most legendary PC game of all time: Half-Life. What it seeks out to accomplish it does so while remaining faithful (for the most part) to the original vision.

    The introduction, Anomylous Materials has been lovingly remade and is absolutely gorgeous, just like most of everything is in this game. You will creep down dark corridors, bashing crates and headcrabs alike with your trusty crowbar. You will battle faithful recreations of Xen's inhabitants, some with all new abilities and others with familiar ones. The weapons look beautiful and have their very own introductory animations, as well as fantastic audio design. Black Mesa absolutely oozes atmosphere that will make even the most cynical, jaded gamers from t he 1990's giddy with excitement. Overall, Black Mesa is looking better than ever, and apart from some changed sound effects that should have remained, its the best Half-Life has looked and played yet.

    Things however are not all perfect (uh oh, this is where we get negative). The HECU marines I feel had far too many liberties taken with their design and art direction. Rather than a team of merciless killing machines they were originally portrayed as, they are instead portrayed as amateurish, green-as-grass, run of the mill soldiers straight out of the latest Call of Duty title and in over their heads and hopelessly outmatched by the Freeman. Where once their robotic, cold, creepy voices could be overheard via vox radio, they now sound like newbies panicking in the midst of a firefight, which is a massive disservice to the original vision for the Hazardous Environment Combat Unit. Their AI has also suffered an impact. They are able to fire on the move, are far too aggressive for their own good and regularly cheese the player into cheap deaths rather than provide the fun challenge they used to. While the rest of Black Mesa has been faithfully and lovingly recreated, the HECU took a different direction entirely, one I feel they have only suffered from as a type of enemy in Black Mesa.

    The Xen part of the game has finally been completed, and holy moly is it a massive, massive improvement over its original. Xen had many liberties taken with it as well but these are actually improvements over its original design. Absolutely gorgeous vistas, atmosphere, and a shockingly beautiful soundtrack that brought me to the brink of tears are what greeted me upon reaching Half-Life's final chapter. The Gonarch boss fight has been completely overhauled, and feels like a cat and mouse chase across alien landscapes and foreboding, eldritch tunnels. Unfortunately, like the HECU from the earthbound section of the game, the chapter Interloper is where things start to fall apart. Not only does it seem to lack the graphical prowess of previous chapters, it merciless pelts you with fast moving, annoying enemies that are too difficult to hit, do far too much damage and has a confusing unfocused level design. In fact I would argue that interloper is the worst part of the game, although it "only" took about an hour and a half to meander my way through it, it felt like a lifetime while I was lost in dank, dark tunnels that all looked the same. Fortunately it all pulls together in the end with the Nihilanth boss fight. Wow, wow wow, now THAT is how you do a boss fight in an FPS. one of the best I have seen in recent memory.

    To summarize, Black Mesa is an excellent addition to the Half-Life mythos and is absolutely worth a play through. If you are a Half-Life fan its an absolute must play. Hopefully issued can be resolved before final release, and the game is heavily moddable, naturally so due to the Source engine. A fantastic game.    … Expand
  85. Stereonight
    Aug 7, 2020
    8
    some old but many new things. It a decent extension of a masterpiece. I've played original game many times, but fun without boredom.
  86. Urby
    Oct 16, 2015
    8
    When you consider that this was initially created for FREE as a mod, by a team of developers all over the world, you can't help but be impressed. That said, I don't really understand why they chose to go retail when the game is still incomplete. Sure they added multiplayer, but it's not really that good. The movement in Black Mesa is based on the Source model, whereas Goldsource is farWhen you consider that this was initially created for FREE as a mod, by a team of developers all over the world, you can't help but be impressed. That said, I don't really understand why they chose to go retail when the game is still incomplete. Sure they added multiplayer, but it's not really that good. The movement in Black Mesa is based on the Source model, whereas Goldsource is far more fast paced and very much suited to Deathmatch antics. Source is fine for the slower paced tactical approach offered by Counter Strike, but when it trys to match the pace of the original deathmatch it feels clumsy and heavy.

    Having said that, this is still a faithful and passionate recreation of the Half-Life campaign and I would gladly play it over and over again even with the final four chapters missing. Perhaps this review will be worth revisiting when they finally get around to actually winding up the campaign, but it is certainly looking good so far...    … Expand
  87. TwoEars
    May 1, 2020
    8
    For anyone who wants to understand gaming history I think this is a must play, and it's also a very nice stroll down memory lane for those who played the original.

    I'm however not a huge fan of the overall directing and editing of the new Xen part of the game. The original Xen was pretty short; get in, kill one boss, jump around a bit, explore a bit, kill the final boss. Maybe 1h    For anyone who wants to understand gaming history I think this is a must play, and it's also a very nice stroll down memory lane for those who played the original.

    I'm however not a huge fan of the overall directing and editing of the new Xen part of the game. The original Xen was pretty short; get in, kill one boss, jump around a bit, explore a bit, kill the final boss. Maybe 1h everything included even if you stopped to look around. It was by no means perfect but it was short, intense, memorable and didn't overstay its welcome.

    The Xen remake is much, much longer. Probably 2/3 the length of the original game and it's almost like the crowbar collective stopped paying homage to HL1 and instead started beating themselves over the chest saying "look at us, look at what we can do, look at what we've learnt to design and code!".

    They cut pieces from the original segment "on a rail" because they were deemed too boring and long-winded, and honestly I have no real problem with that, but then they went and added a lot of extra fluff and made Xen at least 50% longer than it really needed to be.

    I also feel like they were trying to do things in Xen which the engine doesn't really support. The source engine was never very precise for jumping, so if you know that why continue adding a lot of jumping puzzles and conveyor belts where a single fall can insta-kill you? It's not fun and I don't think anyone has ever asked for more jumping and conveyor belts in Xen. The source engine is also not Id Tech 7, to put it mildly, so why add such hard boss fights, and boss mechanics, where you have to have millimeter levels of control, great reflexes and side-dash jump while shooting rockets to survive like in a Doom game?

    For me the original Half-Life was primarily a thriller-puzzler game. Half-Life has combat but that was never the focus, not really. With Xen it's almost like they said "let's add all these Quake and Doom inspired very intense fights and that will make it better!". Well, not really. Actually I think it detracts from the overall experience and takes Half-Life in a direction it was never meant to go.

    For me Xen started out great with beautiful views, and what felt like a very well done homage to the original game. But then it deteriorates into a pretty repetitive puzzler with interjections of combat which doesn't really work in a Half-Life game, both stylistically and mechanically.

    So overall Black Mesa and Xen is an impressive achievement, but I would have preferred a "less is more" approach. I can understand that when you're working as a group of fans it's not easy to leave your buddy's work on the cutting room floor, and maybe especially if he's spent a year or more of his spare time working on it.

    But as a pure gaming experience I think Xen could have been improved if another game director/editor had come in at the end and said "we're going to cut this, this, this and streamline this. And don't try to create Doom boss fights in the source engine you dimwits".

    As a nostalgia trip: 9
    As a mod/remake: 9
    As a modern game: 7

    Fair overall score: 8

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  88. blaow
    Dec 6, 2013
    8
    Black Mesa is an overwhelmingly successful remake of Half-Life. For anyone that has never played the original half life, this is a must-play. The graphics are great, the gameplay is faithful and it is just plain fun all around. It is not perfect though, I only have a few complaints:

    1. It's not complete yet. Honestly, I don't care much that Xen isn't included, it was the worst part    Black Mesa is an overwhelmingly successful remake of Half-Life. For anyone that has never played the original half life, this is a must-play. The graphics are great, the gameplay is faithful and it is just plain fun all around. It is not perfect though, I only have a few complaints:

    1. It's not complete yet. Honestly, I don't care much that Xen isn't included, it was the worst part of the original. But still, it will be nice when it is added in.
    2. In my play through I had 5-6 crashes and a few extreme slowdowns.
    3. The ladders were even more annoying than they were in the original half life. It seemed to get worse later in the game, where several times I had big problems getting on or off ladders.
    4. My biggest complaint is that the crouch jump is less forgiving than in the original game. Especially during the teleportation section near the end with the rotating platforms, I missed crouch jump after crouch jump that definitely should have counted and I almost threw my mouse in frustration.

    Don't get me wrong, these are very minor complaints when you consider how hard this development team must have worked on this amazing mod. It is a huge success and I am so happy it finally exists. PLAY IT!    … Expand
  89. Tomle1202
    Sep 25, 2022
    8
    Black Mesa is absolutely the best way to relive the original Half-Life experience.
  90. pesho_one
    Mar 15, 2015
    8
    I wasn't able to actually finish it, as I was stuck at the last chapter due to game breaking bug. Otherwise it is very enjoyable old school FPS, which can be rough around the edges at times.
  91. Termin8ter
    Jun 12, 2017
    8
    Black Mesa is a faithful and excellent remake of Valve's 1998 masterpiece, Half-Life. You will get to revisit Black Mesa, walk in Gordon Freeman's shoes once more, and re-experience a refined and polished version of the game that put Valve on the map. Even though Valve may never conclude the Half-Life Saga, this is still a worthwhile remake for any Half-Life fan.
  92. Ivan9173
    Dec 9, 2021
    8
    Игра во всём максимально близка к оригинальной игре. Великолепная графика, звук, спецэффекты, всё здесь на высоте и придраться я могу только к миру Зен. Мне эта часть игры испортила процентов 20 от общей картины и я бы не хотел, чтоб он был таким, каким мы его видим сегодня. В остальном - игра отличная.Игра во всём максимально близка к оригинальной игре. Великолепная графика, звук, спецэффекты, всё здесь на высоте и придраться я могу только к миру Зен. Мне эта часть игры испортила процентов 20 от общей картины и я бы не хотел, чтоб он был таким, каким мы его видим сегодня. В остальном - игра отличная.
  93. Jack5switch
    Dec 13, 2020
    8
    Black Mesa is the definitive way to play Half-Life 1. While it does not hold up as much as Half-Life 2 due to its more grounded story, overall harder difficulty and lacking reach within the community, it is most definitely a worthwhile purchase for the experience of playing its campaign.
  94. Jenia
    Mar 14, 2020
    8
    A solid remake - very few bugs, AI and NPC's are much better, gameplay is smooth and GoldSrc-like.
    i played all HL games and expansions a couple of times, and i really enjoyed this time as well. i didnt know about Xen having extra original content, and i felt like the level design was top notch.
    Also, the soundtrack is epic, and is tailored very well to each scenario. The only gripe i    A solid remake - very few bugs, AI and NPC's are much better, gameplay is smooth and GoldSrc-like.
    i played all HL games and expansions a couple of times, and i really enjoyed this time as well. i didnt know about Xen having extra original content, and i felt like the level design was top notch.
    Also, the soundtrack is epic, and is tailored very well to each scenario.
    The only gripe i have is the overuse of secret entrance/puzzle solve to get through, it was too easy most of the time and i was feeling like it's just there to fill content.

    job well done.    … Expand
  95. philzlz
    Oct 22, 2022
    8
    It is a difficult task remaking a classic like Half-Life while expanding its levels. I was surprised by the length of the game that surpasses the original while being truthful to it. Clearly a lot of work has gone into it. While I thought Xen was a bit too long it could basically stand as its own standoff puzzle-type game.

    The music was another plus, some tracks were beautiful and fit    It is a difficult task remaking a classic like Half-Life while expanding its levels. I was surprised by the length of the game that surpasses the original while being truthful to it. Clearly a lot of work has gone into it. While I thought Xen was a bit too long it could basically stand as its own standoff puzzle-type game.

    The music was another plus, some tracks were beautiful and fit the game quiet well.    … Expand
  96. Keskin
    Jul 16, 2020
    8
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  97. rezo_21
    Sep 19, 2021
    8
    ====================IIIIIIIIII GAME SCORE : 75 IIIIIIIIII====================
  98. RomanGor
    Nov 7, 2019
    8
    Ну хоть кто-то что-то делает для развития серии халвы. От валвов зимой снега не допросишься...
  99. moonlaba
    Jan 17, 2022
    8
    1편을 해본적은 없지만 이정도의 리마스터면 이제 이걸로 대체할 수 있지않을까? 알릭스까지 달리기위해서 후회없이 즐긴작품.........
  100. Tom12227
    Feb 15, 2021
    8
    The process is very long, played nearly 20 hours to break, recommended, super fun.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. GameGrin
    Feb 8, 2021
    70
    Black Mesa remains true to the original Half-Life with updated graphics, improved sounds and redesigned levels. However, the graphics still look old for a “modern” game and loading screens are still a pain as it freezes the game for a few seconds.
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  2. Washington Post
    Mar 31, 2020
    80
    Those with a taste for retro-gaming or lighthearted sci-fi shooters, take note: few games with a foot in the nineties hold up this well.
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  3. GameStar
    Mar 23, 2020
    87
    Reasonable innovations and a completely new Xen complement the authentic Half-Life atmosphere: This is what a remake should look like.
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