Half-Life 2

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  1. BaileyJ
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    If you haven't played this game, you're dead to me.

    For sure on of the best game ever made. The most innovative game ever made. This game was released back in 2004 and playing this game today i have yet to find anything that shows its age.
  2. Animus1
    Nov 18, 2020
    10
    Bee Movie Script - Dialogue Transcript

    According to all known laws of aviation, there is no way a bee should be able to fly. Its wings are too small to get its fat little body off the ground. The bee, of course, flies anyway because bees don't care what humans think is impossible. Yellow, black. Yellow, black. Yellow, black. Yellow, black. Ooh, black and yellow!    Bee Movie Script - Dialogue Transcript

    According to all known laws
    of aviation,

    there is no way a bee
    should be able to fly.

    Its wings are too small to get
    its fat little body off the ground.

    The bee, of course, flies anyway

    because bees don't care
    what humans think is impossible.

    Yellow, black. Yellow, black.
    Yellow, black. Yellow, black.

    Ooh, black and yellow!
    Let's shake it up a little.

    Barry! Breakfast is ready!

    Ooming!

    Hang on a second.

    Hello?

    - Barry?
    - Adam?

    - Oan you believe this is happening?
    - I can't. I'll pick you up.

    Looking sharp.

    Use the stairs. Your father
    paid good money for those.

    Sorry. I'm excited.

    Here's the graduate.
    We're very proud of you, son.

    A perfect report card, all B's.

    Very proud.

    Ma! I got a thing going here. - You got lint on your fuzz. - Ow! That's me! - Wave to us! We'll be in row 118,000. - Bye! Barry, I told you, stop flying in the house! - Hey, Adam. - Hey, Barry. - Is that fuzz gel? - A little. Special day, graduation. Never thought I'd make it. Three days grade school, three days high school. Those were awkward. Three days college. I'm glad I took a day and hitchhiked around the hive. You did come back different. - Hi, Barry. - Artie, growing a mustache? Looks good. - Hear about Frankie? - Yeah. - You going to the funeral? - No, I'm not going. Everybody knows, sting someone, you die. Don't waste it on a squirrel. Such a hothead. I guess he could have just gotten out of the way. I love this incorporating an amusement park into our day. That's why we don't need vacations. Boy, quite a bit of pomp... under the circumstances. - Well, Adam, today we are men. - We are! - Bee-men. - Amen! Hallelujah! Students, faculty, distinguished bees, please welcome Dean Buzzwell. Welcome, New Hive Oity graduating class of... ...9:15. That concludes our ceremonies. And begins your career at Honex Industries! Will we pick ourjob today? I heard it's just orientation. Heads up! Here we go. Keep your hands and antennas inside the tram at all times. - Wonder what it'll be like? - A little scary. Welcome to Honex, a division of Honesco and a part of the Hexagon Group. This is it! Wow. Wow. We know that you, as a bee, have worked your whole life to get to the point where you can work for your whole life. Honey begins when our valiant Pollen Jocks bring the nectar to the hive. Our top-secret formula is automatically color-corrected, scent-adjusted and bubble-contoured into this soothing sweet syrup with its distinctive golden glow you know as... Honey! - That girl was hot. - She's my cousin! - She is? - Yes, we're all cousins. - Right. You're right. - At Honex, we constantly strive to improve every aspect of bee existence. These bees are stress-testing a new helmet technology. - What do you think he makes? - Not enough. Here we have our latest advancement, the Krelman. - What does that do? - Oatches that little strand of honey that hangs after you pour it. Saves us millions. Oan anyone work on the Krelman? Of course. Most bee jobs are small ones. But bees know that every small job, if it's done well, means a lot. But choose carefully because you'll stay in the job you pick for the rest of your life. The same job the rest of your life? I didn't know that. What's the difference? You'll be happy to know that bees, as a species, haven't had one day off in 27 million years. So you'll just work us to death? We'll sure try. Wow! That blew my mind! "What's the difference?" How can you say that? One job forever? That's an insane choice to have to make. I'm relieved. Now we only have to make one decision in life. But, Adam, how could they never have told us that? Why would you question anything? We're bees. We're the most perfectly functioning society on Earth. You ever think maybe things work a little too well here? Like what? Give me one example. I don't know. But you know what I'm talking about. Please clear the gate. Royal Nectar Force on approach. Wait a second. Oheck it out. - Hey, those are Pollen Jocks! - Wow. I've never seen them this close. They know what it's like outside the hive. Yeah, but some don't come back. - Hey, Jocks! - Hi, Jocks! You guys did great! You're monsters! You're sky freaks! I love it! I love it! - I wonder where they were. - I don't know. Their day's not planned. Outside the hive, flying who knows where, doing who knows what. You can'tjust decide to be a Pollen Jock. You have to be bred for that. Right. Look. That's more pollen than you and I will see in a lifetime. It's just a status symbol. Bees make too much of it. Perhaps. Unl    … Expand
  3. CerafM
    May 19, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There are so many things that Half-Life 2 is known for; realistic graphics, meta narrative, excellent voice acting, flawless pacing, amazing story, memorable characters and so on. But one thing that i really think was revolutionary with Half-Life 2 was it playing with different genres and styles. Half-Life 2 carries many themes and concepts that were simply too much for a video game back in 2004, and i think that's what makes this brilliant sequel so special, for example Ravenholm is a example of what other countries can do to a nation, and how horrible and terrifying it is. City 17 is the symbol of many dictator countries, the final moments of the game are saying that it does not matter how much powerful you are, you're still being controlled. The game is showing how many countries make many promises with no value to them, a society that is rotting, a hero that is being controlled, a powerful open mind that has a weak body to protect it, a girl that is too rogue to be precise, and it is showing there is always a betrayer among us. Half-Life 2 dropped our jaws until Bioshock came and completely pulled it off. Half-Life 2 just like the original was a milestone in gaming, even if you don't like it you can say it was too deep and bold for its time.… Expand
  4. FabuJono
    May 17, 2021
    10
    It's been more than 16 years since Half-Life 2's initial release and i and the video game industry have changed a lot since then, but why and how Half-Life 2 still holds up today? Half-Life 2 is a kind of sequel that offers a whole new take on the half-life formula, Half-Life 2 was one of the very first games that introduced multi-genre in video games. If the the first one was aIt's been more than 16 years since Half-Life 2's initial release and i and the video game industry have changed a lot since then, but why and how Half-Life 2 still holds up today? Half-Life 2 is a kind of sequel that offers a whole new take on the half-life formula, Half-Life 2 was one of the very first games that introduced multi-genre in video games. If the the first one was a horror/action story, Half-Life 2 is a completely different beast. Half-Life 2 talks about many themes and concepts but keeps them hidden for the player to explore and find them. The voice acting is beyond good and gameplay was certainly ahead of its time, Half-Life 2 inspired other masterpieces like Bioshock and Portal (which is made by Valve as well) and Raised the bar for the video games.… Expand
  5. overratedgamesx
    Apr 15, 2021
    10
    Graphics 5/10

    Gameplay 2/10

    Story 0/10

    Physics 1/10

    Overall 10/10
  6. hughjphgames
    Dec 8, 2020
    10
    This game came out a year after I was born and it doesn't disappoint. When considering its age there is simply nothing bad you can say about this title. Great entertainment during the quarantine, it's not my first playthrough and it definitely will not be my last.
  7. zeux
    Dec 12, 2020
    10
    Revolutionary game that still holds up more then 16 years after its release
  8. KillComma1d
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    I think this game has the best lore in all gameDev.
    Graphic design is coolest in 2004.
  9. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Till this day, I think that's one of the best games ever made. Half-Life 2 is a piece of art, and you are making a disservice to yourself by not playing it.
  10. Rx7fD
    Dec 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best fps in the world. With great visual that still looks good in some area today, fantastic story, exciting gameplay and oh boy the physic engine are sooo good until this day
  11. AstroZombieBR
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    O jogo da minha vida. A melhor experiência que já tive em games, pra mim nada supera essa delícia de jogo.
  12. MarsTheNutter
    Feb 23, 2021
    10
    half life 2 is one of the best and funnest games I've played and I've played a lot of game. The format of the game is relatively simple its some combat sections mixed with puzzles when the combat dies down or when you have been in combat and going back into combat the puzzles give you time to think on combat, dialog, or more, while on the topic of areas half life 2 changes at a breakneckhalf life 2 is one of the best and funnest games I've played and I've played a lot of game. The format of the game is relatively simple its some combat sections mixed with puzzles when the combat dies down or when you have been in combat and going back into combat the puzzles give you time to think on combat, dialog, or more, while on the topic of areas half life 2 changes at a breakneck speed from fighting a chopper in water hazard to fighting a town of zombies to storming nova prospect. half life 2 feels good to play take for instance in favourite chapter water hazard you get chased by a combine hunter chopper will feeling powerless trying to survive running from it but about 3/4 in the rebels give you a hunter chopper gun and boy does it feel powerful, you mow threw combine soldiers and combine vehicles to the end fight with the hunter chopper it feels amazing and most of the game feels like that like in follow free man the end fight with 2 striders feels rewarding. it amazes me that this game is almost 2 decades old put it still holds up if you haven't bought half life 2 yet i hope this review has convinced you to buy it because i think everyone should see how amazing it is. i hope you have an amazing rest of your day and peace.… Expand
  13. Surrogate6
    May 11, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 is an unforgettable masterpiece. Sometimes the AI can become a bit dumb but overall this game is one of the best Sci-fi video games ever.
  14. PlagueMan
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    An Unforgettable Experience throughout, perfection in every sense and term. Half-Life 2 might be the best video game ever made.
  15. Joe340
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 is a great video game, it's one of those games that everyone will atleast enjoy, Half-Life 2 has something for everyone. It has a great storyline, brilliant story-telling (i remember my mom being so fascinated about the details in the environments that were telling you the story without interrupting your game), perfect voice acting and performances, a gripping gameplay andHalf-Life 2 is a great video game, it's one of those games that everyone will atleast enjoy, Half-Life 2 has something for everyone. It has a great storyline, brilliant story-telling (i remember my mom being so fascinated about the details in the environments that were telling you the story without interrupting your game), perfect voice acting and performances, a gripping gameplay and realistic physics. This game is so unique and special because of those.… Expand
  16. IntheNameofUno
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    The sequel that changed everything. Half-Life 2 is one of those games that you wouldn't finish only to enjoy it once more.
  17. TremendousMan
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    I was never a big fan of the episodic release that Valve started. I would have waited another 6 years for something like Half-Life 2 as a concluding chapter for the Half-Life saga. But now we may never get Half-life 3.
  18. ReviewedMan
    Apr 26, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 is the universally praised sequel to the masterpiece called Half-Life. You Know, to be honest i did not enjoy Half-Life 2 as much as the original but believe me, Half-life 2 is a completely different take on the Half-life universe. These two games feel and play so different and i guess that's why Half-life 2 is so praised. Half-life 2 redefined the word SEQUEL in many ways,Half-Life 2 is the universally praised sequel to the masterpiece called Half-Life. You Know, to be honest i did not enjoy Half-Life 2 as much as the original but believe me, Half-life 2 is a completely different take on the Half-life universe. These two games feel and play so different and i guess that's why Half-life 2 is so praised. Half-life 2 redefined the word SEQUEL in many ways, Half-Life 2 is its own game BUT it is really that good? Well my preferences aside, Half-life 2 is a flawed masterpiece, sometimes i felt the game got a bit action-packed for its complex and deep narrative and some vehicle sections can get repetitive and boring after some time but no game at its deep core is like Half-life 2 and never will be. Half-life 2 is a Masterpiece sitting on top lonely looking at all the games that were inspired and transformed by it.… Expand
  19. GreatUmbasa1
    Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 is a great follow-up to the 1998 original. I didn't notice any flaws in the Gameplay or story, and i found the experience very enjoyable and artistic.
  20. VasjaVasilenkov
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    The best game I've ever seen. /
  21. HelloMane8
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    Ohhhh boy! When i played Half-Life 2, it was such a unique experience. I've been a gamer for 24 years and i haven't seen anything like Half-Life 2 YET. The game's perfect in every sense and it's still hard for me to believe this thing came back in 2004.
  22. Wernyi39
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    Six years past and boom, Half-Life 2 comes, it's crazy that they have been working on this game for 6 YEARS. Well that's because Half-Life 2 invented and innovatived so many things. Things like gravity gun, Ravenholm, Realistic Physics and ambient soundtracks and so many other things were introduced by this game. Half-life 2 is a game that is going to be remembered forever. It came duringSix years past and boom, Half-Life 2 comes, it's crazy that they have been working on this game for 6 YEARS. Well that's because Half-Life 2 invented and innovatived so many things. Things like gravity gun, Ravenholm, Realistic Physics and ambient soundtracks and so many other things were introduced by this game. Half-life 2 is a game that is going to be remembered forever. It came during the good times of Valve.… Expand
  23. AOXDOG
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 just became one of my favorite games of all time

    The story is about Gordon Freeman, who is awakened from his long slumber by the mysterious G-Man. Gordon finds himself in City 17, where the alien force known as the Combine has taken over Earth. It's Gordons job to pick up the crowbar once again to stop the alien's force that Gordon himself brought into this world all those    Half-Life 2 just became one of my favorite games of all time

    The story is about Gordon Freeman, who is awakened from his long slumber by the mysterious G-Man. Gordon finds himself in City 17, where the alien force known as the Combine has taken over Earth. It's Gordons job to pick up the crowbar once again to stop the alien's force that Gordon himself brought into this world all those years ago

    To think this game was released in 2004 blows my mind. The game was definitely was and still is impressive, the graphics and the mechanics, gameplay, and puzzles still hold up. If you haven't played Half-life 2, then take some time off and play this f*cking masterpiece of a game. Half-life 2 gets a 10 out of 10

    I could talk about this amazing game all day, but In the meantime... this is where I get off    … Expand
  24. Hormanee
    May 20, 2021
    10
    The Sequel to the award winning game was released 6 years after the original and how it played? Did it offer anything new?
    Well, boys and girls i have to announce that Half-Life 2 surpassed everyone's expectations. Just like the original Half-Life 2 blew everyone's mind back in 2004 and revolutionized PC gaming once more . I think experiences like Half-Life 2 are the type that we need more    The Sequel to the award winning game was released 6 years after the original and how it played? Did it offer anything new?
    Well, boys and girls i have to announce that Half-Life 2 surpassed everyone's expectations. Just like the original Half-Life 2 blew everyone's mind back in 2004 and revolutionized PC gaming once more . I think experiences like Half-Life 2 are the type that we need more these days, games that have many genres and themes and present new and innovative ideas and concepts, games that take full advantage of a creative force behind them, seriously Half-Life 2 innovated like no other game.    … Expand
  25. Geronimo33
    Apr 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Half-Life 2 is an experience that will appeal to everyone. It's hard to dislike Half-Life 2, it has a timeless art direction and a variety that surprised me. How Valve achieved this level of balance between gameplay and story is really astonishing.
    SPOILERS
    The level of details in the environment is unbelievable, it makes the world more believable and satisfying to explore. The seven-hour war or the inner workings of combine human soldiers and... They are all embedded in your surroundings. Half-Life 2 just like the original offers a surprising balance between action, story, story-telling and themes.    … Expand
  26. Evelen
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
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  27. BradRev222
    Apr 12, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 is one of those rare games that you don't want to ruin it for yourself. This is my first review and i want it to be special, for a game that forever changed my view on video games, after Half-life 2 i started studying video games and after some time i realized that Half-Life 2 completely redefined video games from ground. Halo 2 came the same year and it had some nobleHalf-Life 2 is one of those rare games that you don't want to ruin it for yourself. This is my first review and i want it to be special, for a game that forever changed my view on video games, after Half-life 2 i started studying video games and after some time i realized that Half-Life 2 completely redefined video games from ground. Halo 2 came the same year and it had some noble achievements, but Half-life 2's story is very, very different. Half-life 2 wasn't an fps with a good story NO! Half-Life was video games at their best and most innovative.… Expand
  28. AzmeaL
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    After all these years this game is still a legend. With its different physics engine and scenario it still has a very different and also good gameplay.
  29. Lapenoman
    Jan 23, 2021
    10
    HALF-LIFE 2 (EP1 + EP2)
    1. Техническая составляющая - 10/10
    2. Искусственный интеллект - 10/10
    3. Музыкальное и видео сопровождение - 9/10
    4. Локализация - 9/10
    5. Сеттинг - 10/10
    6. Сюжетная линия - 10/10
    Итого = 58 баллов (9.6)
  30. SeifiezPOwer
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    the best game of all time, even now in 2021 you can play with admiration, a week ago I passed it for probably the hundredth time. I liked the game very much again. Physics - 10, Dynamism-10, Plot-10, Graphics and game design-10, shooting-9.
  31. Thunder95
    Jan 5, 2022
    10
    One of the greatest games I have ever played its a roller coaster for me. Simply fantastic
  32. Alexander838
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    10/10 *********************************************************************
  33. tufekciero
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
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  34. kaanbaskaya60
    May 10, 2021
    10
    This game is absolutely awesome!! Half Life 2 is a combination of action, a little horror and easy but fun puzzles. Buy it. Buy it now.
  35. Vito09
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Игра постоянно держит в напряжении, и это то что нужно.
  36. Joker77
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Халф Лайф 2 был в своё врема прорывом в игровой индустрии, такие игры редко выходят. Это просто шедевр!
  37. Naselone
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    This is probably one of the best if not the best game you could find. The story is amazing and the game is polished like a diamond. Reminds me of the days it wasn't all about making the most money out of a franchise.
  38. PewLycosidae
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    I love this game, a 2004 game that look like a 2015 game, with advanced physics and AI.
  39. HarborMan3838
    May 18, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I always thought what Half-Life 2 beta could have been but after studying it, i understood that it was a mess. The retail version of Half-Life 2 is by far considered to be one of the best video games ever made, alongside other notable titles like Bioshock and Halo but why few people still doubt the greatness of this game, my friend was a big fan of Half-Life and its novel-like story-telling but after playing the award-winning sequel he said he preferred the original... But why is that? Half-Life 2 tries so many different things and overall is a completely new and fresh experience. I bet for a casual fps player Half-Life 2 can be a bit too good, i always loved studying first-person video games as they offer the most immersive experience because you are in the shoes of someone who is responsible for everything that happens surrounds him, but what made Valve change the original Half-Life 2 that was more in favor with the original game? Because the beta version lacked consistency in its art style and Narrative, it contained less-interesting characters that were more of a symbol rather than a compelling character. There was still the connection between the narrative and the concepts that they were going to put in the environments but The Final Half-Life 2 was a product of precise pacing, structured narrative, compelling characters, a more relatable world that has its own unique concepts and a better story in my opinion. Half-Life 2 is one of the best video games that inspired the whole industry to approach a more serious take on the narrative and characters they put into their video games.… Expand
  40. SadenRedTT63
    May 20, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 will be a surprising experience for every first-person shooter fan out there. Half-Life 2 simply raised the bar and showed how complicated a video game can be. All the characters were compelling, they had meaningful interactions with each other, the gameplay felt so varied, the story felt different than any other video game that had been released until that point; the voiceHalf-Life 2 will be a surprising experience for every first-person shooter fan out there. Half-Life 2 simply raised the bar and showed how complicated a video game can be. All the characters were compelling, they had meaningful interactions with each other, the gameplay felt so varied, the story felt different than any other video game that had been released until that point; the voice acting was beyond good and the dialog was simply unrivaled at the time. Half-Life 2 presented a perfect interactive experience that explored different genres, themes and designs all in one game. Valve made several genius decisions with the game like making your arsenal a bit smaller by adding the gravity gun, deviating from the horror genre and going into a more mature style, focusing alot on facial animations to make the characters as realistic as possible, making the gameplay as varied as possible so there will always be something new for the player, making the story-telling more complex, adding compelling characters with different personalities and attitudes that interact with each other through expertly-written dialog moments. The script felt as coherent as possible, the game had form and structure and the direction was so smart. One of the best video games of all time, Half-Life 2 surpassed the original in every aspect. The soundtrack was also very unique and deep.… Expand
  41. SneakingTom
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    A very late review, but this game is spectacular, amazing, and memorable, i feel lonely sometimes in this game, but hey great game!
  42. GogglesofCritic
    May 23, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 perfected everything that we expect to see in a video game. The facial animations were beyond good, the voice acting was top-notch, the story was better than any Hollywood movie that year and had more realistic and thought-provoking themes that most of the sci-fi movies. Half-Life 2 was true sci-fi mixed with different genres and styles that made the game feel unique andHalf-Life 2 perfected everything that we expect to see in a video game. The facial animations were beyond good, the voice acting was top-notch, the story was better than any Hollywood movie that year and had more realistic and thought-provoking themes that most of the sci-fi movies. Half-Life 2 was true sci-fi mixed with different genres and styles that made the game feel unique and different than any other video game at the time. Things like Ravenholm and the gravity gun were so revolutionary for their time.… Expand
  43. BoogieReviewer
    May 25, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 took the formula to a whole new level; the story-telling aspects were beyond what a game could imagine back in 2004, the gameplay felt as satisfying as it felt real. The soundtrack was thought-provoking as hell, The characters were iconic and memorable with different characteristics that get unfolded as we progress in the game, the dialog in this game is expertly-written withHalf-Life 2 took the formula to a whole new level; the story-telling aspects were beyond what a game could imagine back in 2004, the gameplay felt as satisfying as it felt real. The soundtrack was thought-provoking as hell, The characters were iconic and memorable with different characteristics that get unfolded as we progress in the game, the dialog in this game is expertly-written with deep moments. There is not even a dull moment in this game as the game swaps between genres and gameplay styles. With a ton of innovations, Half-Life 2 changed the industry forever and to be honest changed the way i looked at video games too, Half-Life 2's story and its elements really surpassed my expectations for a video game, they were just on a whole other level. Halo 2 deserves some credit here too for its fantastic story but i felt Half-Life 2's themes were a lot more mature and established. Half-Life 2 really impacted me and although i haven't played the episodes yet, the game was awesome. The gameplay wasn't perfect but everything else felt like it was detailed and carved perfectly.… Expand
  44. Politicalgamer7
    May 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Half-Life 2 went beyond my expectations, i always tend to keep my expectations moderate, but for a sequel with a Half-Life name on it, my expectations are definitely going to be high and Half-Life 2 surpassed those even.
    Even considering today's standards, Half-Life 2 is a classic all the way, Having the most advanced story, narration and gameplay back in the day, Half-Life 2 amazed even the ones not involved in the video game industry. Half-Life 2 was ten years ahead of its time and today, it is even better than many of the shooters out there because what Half-Life 2 wanted to be was the most revolutionary video game ever made and to be honest at the time it was the most revolutionary game ever made, and today Half-Life 2 is perfection of all the elements that a video game needs to have to be called a masterpiece. In my opinion Half-Life 2 went beyond a video game and became an unforgettable work of art and you might ask how? there are some reasons:
    1. Adding multiple genres and themes to one story. The story-telling aspect of Half-Life games simply makes each game a closet filled with plotlines and concepts. 2. Mature and disturbing ideas that are gut-wrenching even today.

    3. A sense of Isolation and terror, always being worried that you are going to lose this war, the sun is bright but people are dying every second. 4. Dictation and considering yourself a higher mind, Breen wasn't a bad person but his idiotic mind map ruined him. The delusion that being the administrator of a secret big science team makes him the admistrator of a whole nation ruined him in his ideas and beliefs.

    5. Artistic areas and level design, Valve is a completionist and purist, they tend to spend a lot of time researching around their levels and mythologies behind them and that's what makes their levels more like a playground rather than a level, their whole loading technology makes this game more like an adventure.
    At the end Half-Life 2 is one of the best out there and FOR ME the best video game ever made.    … Expand
  45. Ka3rA_freeman
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
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    با اینکه من هف لایف یکو ترجیح میدم ولی این گیم هم بهترین گیمی که در عمرم پلی دادم من گیم های زیادی مثل لست دو و رد دد دو و....
    پلی دادم ولی این گیم حسی داد بهم که بقیه ی گیما هنوز نداده به امید دیدن نسخه سوم این بازی    بی نقص ترین گیمی که پلی دادم و واقعا جذاب بود برام
    با اینکه من هف لایف یکو ترجیح میدم ولی این گیم هم بهترین گیمی که در عمرم پلی دادم من گیم های زیادی مثل لست دو و رد دد دو و....
    پلی دادم ولی این گیم حسی داد بهم که بقیه ی گیما هنوز نداده
    به امید دیدن نسخه سوم این بازی
  46. Ncr09
    Jun 8, 2021
    10
    This game best FPS in the World because this game provide different experience
  47. SAIF-544
    Jun 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like game and best game if I think that ccccccccccccccccxcccccccccccccccccccc… Expand
  48. Amiko_Novich
    Jan 24, 2023
    10
    Half-Life 2 (2004, PC - Steam) — 9,5/10

    Cool visual design, excellent sound work, great direction, dynamic soundtrack, entertainig and diverse gameplay, and a decent lenght. It's hard to name another FPS that aged that well - the project looks good and plays well even eighteen years after its release. An outstanding game and a great adventure.
  49. Goodbadcritic45
    Jun 26, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 was hyped with its modern graphics, facial animations, smart AI and etc but was praised for its narrative, story-telling, level design and gameplay. Half-Life 2 shocked the world when it came in 2004, it demonstrated how deep and thoughtful a video game can be. From its music to gameplay to characters and setting, Half-Life 2 evoked a sense of uniqness that no other game hadHalf-Life 2 was hyped with its modern graphics, facial animations, smart AI and etc but was praised for its narrative, story-telling, level design and gameplay. Half-Life 2 shocked the world when it came in 2004, it demonstrated how deep and thoughtful a video game can be. From its music to gameplay to characters and setting, Half-Life 2 evoked a sense of uniqness that no other game had captured before, but if you played the game, you would still say that the game is in the same universe as the original Half-Life. Half-Life 2's level design broke new grounds in terms of how developers approached level design in video games, its influence is clearly visible in the titles that came after it. The gameplay is still simple but more complex than the original. This time instead of shoving new weapons down your throat, Valve came up with something that changed weapon design forever: THE GRAVITY GUN. Half-Life 2 played with different themes like Survival Horror, revolution, mystery, alienation, colonialism and etc. It's so fascinating how much content and detail a single video game can pack into its narrative and present all of them via groundbreaking story-telling methods. Half-Life 2 was great and surprised the whole world and showed how video game sequels should be. It set a new standard for video game sequels that hasn't been broken yet. Half-Life 2 might lack the classic charm of the original Half-Life but it certainly offers its own unique taste. My only complaint with the sequel might be the A.I, because some enemies are not as much fun to fight compared to Half-Life and your allies sometimes act a bit stupid but that's okay, Half-Life 2 definitely made up for that little mistake. The game is more complete and coherent than the original game, although the pacing might feel a bit off but the depth and charm of the story will certainly make you forget about that.… Expand
  50. Correspond76
    Jun 27, 2021
    10
    Half-Life couldn't escape the flawed masterpiece category but the sequel might be near-perfect. The troubled development of Half-Life 2 is known and studied alot by video game enthusiasts and it's no secret. Valve wanted to create the most ambitious video game ever sequel ever made. The different themes and styles the game went through, huge ambitions to make the best pc video gameHalf-Life couldn't escape the flawed masterpiece category but the sequel might be near-perfect. The troubled development of Half-Life 2 is known and studied alot by video game enthusiasts and it's no secret. Valve wanted to create the most ambitious video game ever sequel ever made. The different themes and styles the game went through, huge ambitions to make the best pc video game ever...
    But how the shipped game turned out? We're going to find out soon.
    From the start Half-Life 2, Half-Life 2 proves it's a sequel to the original by putting you right in another train... But now to City 17. As you walk out of the train you hear a man talking and embracing the ridership but as people go to the city's entrance they are met by guards who abuse them, this is one of Half-Life 2's brilliance. The warm welcome contrasts with the real life, this is when you realize there's something wrong. Half-Life 2's story needs your full attention to be understood. You don't know how many years have past since the original game or what is happening.
    Half-Life 2's gameplay is even more satisfying to play and Valve improved the balance between the weapons a lot. Half-Life 2's levels are genuine. They are skillfully-designed, filled with secrets and they evoke a sense of wonder. Half-Life 2 did what a sequel should do and even went beyond that and it is truly the best pc video game ever made.    … Expand
  51. Tromble
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Half Life 2 is an absolute wonder to experience.

    Although the second half begins to drag the plethora of fantastic level design and gameplay concepts more than makes up for it.

    Half Life 2 is without doubt on of the greatest games ever created.
  52. Alper0506
    Dec 29, 2022
    10
    I met Half-Life in 2006, when I first played it, it offered an incredible world.
    Everything was done so carefully, so detailed and consciously that I know that I played for 5 hours until the resonance waterfall event, and even turned it off a few days later and played it again in the same venues. I couldn't finish the sequel because my skill at that time wasn't enough to play that game    I met Half-Life in 2006, when I first played it, it offered an incredible world.
    Everything was done so carefully, so detailed and consciously that I know that I played for 5 hours until the resonance waterfall event, and even turned it off a few days later and played it again in the same venues. I couldn't finish the sequel because my skill at that time wasn't enough to play that game until 2020, then I finished Half-Life 1 and then I said to myself why haven't I played this game for so long. Years later I finished Black Mesa Remake, then Half-Life 2, and I was so surprised that I get goosebumps every time I see Lambda, now including in physics class. In addition, Gman's mysterious character, physics engine, hitting feeling, dialogues, catchy character designs and most importantly his story are enough to make the Half-Life series the best FPS game ever. Hopefully, when Gabe Newell makes us the 3rd game, we will now play a New Half-Life Game. FULL POINTS from me to Half-Life 2    … Expand
  53. Torment3837
    Jul 12, 2021
    10
    Oh come on people! What are you buzzing about? Half-Life 2? A sequel to the 1998 classic?
    Well my friends, yes, we are talking out probably the most ambitious video game sequel ever made. Half-Life 2 exactly did whatever Half-Life did for first-person shooters in the 90's but this time for modern games. Before Bioshock, The Last of Us, Dishonored and even Portal, Half-Life 2 carved a    Oh come on people! What are you buzzing about? Half-Life 2? A sequel to the 1998 classic?
    Well my friends, yes, we are talking out probably the most ambitious video game sequel ever made. Half-Life 2 exactly did whatever Half-Life did for first-person shooters in the 90's but this time for modern games. Before Bioshock, The Last of Us, Dishonored and even Portal, Half-Life 2 carved a legacy that haunted video games and video game sequels for years ; it drew an standard that hasn't been broken yet. My professional review of this game might take hours to write and edit here but hear my words; Half-Life 2 will surprise you and leave wanting more for eternity, that's how much good this game this.
    Like after watching The godfather Part II, we all wanted to see a proper ending to Michael's story and arc but we never did, i mean... we did but 16 years later and yet we are all still waiting for a title to wrap up the philosophical action-packed story of the legendary Half-Life saga.    … Expand
  54. CosmosGamer27
    Jul 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's rare for a game to make me play it twice in a row because that means there's something special about it; Half-Life 2 was one of those games.
    Although Half-Life 2 started really slow compared to Half-Life, its pacing and presentation makes up for it. In a matter of moments, you are introduced to an entire new world that looks and feels nothing like the Black Mesa Research Facility. There are new characters, some old ones and new npcs. Half-Life didn't have that much dialog for it to become a heavy character-driven story but Half-Life 2 changes that by introducing several layered and complex characters that have outstanding words of dialog. Half-Life 2 respects the players intelligence and let's the player himself unravels the mystery and reality behind events. Just like the previous game Half-Life 2 squeezes some very minor humor that feels real and humane alongside some very dark and serious moments and that enough shows Half-Life 2's brilliant writing.
    If you thought the original title's gameplay was kickass and engaging, well, Half-Life 2 will even surpass that. By the time this game came, there were no other video game that felt as immersive and adventurous as Half-Life 2. One thing that i forgot to mention in my Half-Life review was that Marc Laidlaw (the genius writer behind the games) wrote the game in a way and shape that feels like one coherent plot. Half-Life 2's sophisticated story-telling might confuse you at first but for the people who don't care, the gameplay will certainly engage their brain in some very tight and challenging situations.
    Half-Life 2's legacy can be seen at many other video games like The Last of Us, Bioshock, Counter-Strike, Red faction and even Dishonored. It's funny how Valve presented a video game that felt more real and complex than any other action adventure movie Hollywood made since 70's. Half-Life 2 was one of those video games that poked at other industries and said just take a look at this franchise and you won't look away.
    The graphics and visuals aged like a fine wine if you play on a mid-range or higher computer these days, you won't even feel this game is from 2004.
    I can say alot about this masterpiece but let me make it easier for you, go play the first two Half-Life games and experience probably the best first-person shooter experience that is out there or maybe some of the best video games ever made. My final score: 10/10    … Expand
  55. EatmeApart881
    Jul 20, 2021
    10
    Although i enjoyed the first game a bit more Half-Life 2 managed to surpass its predecessor in almost every way. The only thing that Half-Life 2 might have failed at was a less impressive AI for both enemies and allies compared to the first game but everything else is done to perfection. Nothing is perfect but Half-Life 2 feels like one of those games that gets everything right. From theAlthough i enjoyed the first game a bit more Half-Life 2 managed to surpass its predecessor in almost every way. The only thing that Half-Life 2 might have failed at was a less impressive AI for both enemies and allies compared to the first game but everything else is done to perfection. Nothing is perfect but Half-Life 2 feels like one of those games that gets everything right. From the story to the gameplay, Half-Life 2 feels like an artistic work that benefited from a lot of dedication and care. I didn't encounter one single glitch or bug in this game.
    Half-Life 2's opening sequence (just like the first game) is also one of the best video game intros ever made; from that point, you're in for a great and meaningful journey.
    It's funny that while i was playing Half-Life 2 it reminded of many other games like Bioshock or The Last of Us but in reality those games were inspired by Half-Life 2. This game's legacy is so rich and well-known that doesn't need more explaining.
    I highly recommend the sequel and to be honest, no sequel has ever come close to Half-Life 2's greatness and it might never come. Half-Life 2 deserves the word "perfect".    … Expand
  56. Hdhshsh
    Jul 21, 2021
    10
    Best fps game ever Bdjdjsjsjshdhdhddhhdhddhdhfhfhfhfhfhfhfhfhfhfhhffhhdhdfhfhhdhd
  57. JayTheKays
    Jul 29, 2021
    10
    best game to ever exist, the graphics were absolutely phenomenal when it was released, and changed the fps and video game community forever.
  58. Papu_master
    Aug 3, 2021
    10
    KDIDDJJDJFJDKFJFNEOXNDOFNEOCOWNCIWXOWKDOWNKXNDKENCKWLNCOWCJOECFBFIWFWPFWFBBICWIDOCDWHOGCIVOIEOHFECOWGVIGOVOWXOWORUFFVWOUFFHWUOBBFUOOUCVECBECJOFJEUCUHUECFEHUVEJIHICEFUBECJBECcbfcifcniffincekviebiffejfeoecbjodccfefbjicejijofcebjkcfeiecfjbjercjocfebjicrjboebfjibiecijbefbiucjiefbovucwfuofhvowucufehefijfibfcehiebijfbiffjxbjieijbceijcefjxbeibjebeebxjieojxeixrbdvojwxvoourcuhwxuknfxxdinfniexbixbeiKDIDDJJDJFJDKFJFNEOXNDOFNEOCOWNCIWXOWKDOWNKXNDKENCKWLNCOWCJOECFBFIWFWPFWFBBICWIDOCDWHOGCIVOIEOHFECOWGVIGOVOWXOWORUFFVWOUFFHWUOBBFUOOUCVECBECJOFJEUCUHUECFEHUVEJIHICEFUBECJBECcbfcifcniffincekviebiffejfeoecbjodccfefbjicejijofcebjkcfeiecfjbjercjocfebjicrjboebfjibiecijbefbiucjiefbovucwfuofhvowucufehefijfibfcehiebijfbiffjxbjieijbceijcefjxbeibjebeebxjieojxeixrbdvojwxvoourcuhwxuknfxxdinfniexbixbeifejejbecjifcjcefbji xd dobjcbfjifjdebidjfcjecbjidcijbjfifjbfjbidkbfbkifcebjvdchifijecjibfbidjfbidbidjxbifbecjfjfcbjofjfbfbfjojofjjoecjofibbecjijeiej… Expand
  59. Ash_HeLiX
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    Даже сейчас играется прекрасно, но перестрелки оставляют желать лучшего ИИ тут не самый умный
  60. Lidikmer
    Sep 12, 2021
    10
    My favorite game, I just love it, for the time its graphics are phenomenal and until now they continue to impress me, its physics engine not to mention, the havok is still excellent today, if you did not play it what are you waiting for, it surpasses the original Half - Life 1, just great and its final boss surpasses that of 1
  61. NewVural89
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    The best fps game ever, the story is way above the gameplay time, is there a better fps game than this? i don't think even half life 3 can't beat this damn it's so good
  62. fedec
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    DE LOS MEJORES JUEGOS DE LA HISTORIA.
    Si el 1 hacía muchas cosas bien con el tema de la narrativa en tiempo real, acá se maximiza todo. Los primeros 15-20 minutos del juego se ponen siempre de ejemplo a la hora de explicar como se puede narrar o presentar historias en un videojuego sin necesidad de cinemáticas. También se perfecciona mucho el movimiento y la acción gracias al uso    DE LOS MEJORES JUEGOS DE LA HISTORIA.
    Si el 1 hacía muchas cosas bien con el tema de la narrativa en tiempo real, acá se maximiza todo. Los primeros 15-20 minutos del juego se ponen siempre de ejemplo a la hora de explicar como se puede narrar o presentar historias en un videojuego sin necesidad de cinemáticas. También se perfecciona mucho el movimiento y la acción gracias al uso excelente de las físicas.
    Divertido y variado de principio a fin.
    Queda en vos si jugas o no a uno de los mejores juegos de la historia.    … Expand
  63. TheSRG
    Sep 30, 2021
    10
    Best game so far, i haven't played better. the atmosphere is amazing and of course so is the story too
  64. HyptoGamer
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Half-Life 2... Probably my favorite video game of all time. I might pop Half-Life for a bit of nostalgia here and there but Half-Life 2 has a special place in my heart so much that i can't just start the game and play it for the sake of playing it.
    When Half-Life 2 came i was in college and didn't basically have enough money to buy a new computer for playing it. I had my previous desktop for 8 years and its hardware was so old for playing Half-Life 2 at the time. I asked my parents for a new computer but i got rejected. So during 2004's summer i worked my ass to get some money by the end of october i had enough money to get a new computer and with a little help from my parents i bought a new desktop for Christmas and immediately started playing Half-Life 2 during the holiday. It was staight up the best time that i had in the world. Half-Life 2 genuinely surprised me to the point that i preferred it to the original halfway through the game. The new setting, characters, story and gameplay just surpassed the original in every imaginable way. Each chapter gave me a different feeling and mood just like the original. The world of Half-Life 2 is probably the best video game world ever created because it's so realistic and has so much character and identity built into it; it feels like valve creates the whole game based on the narrative structure and story and that's what makes Half-Life 2 so good because you feel there's a sense of story in each and every part of the game. Half-Life 2 is a must-play for every gamer out there and i can't name another game that defines the word interactive through its adventure.    … Expand
  65. deatsbybre
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Amazing game that does everything it sets out to do near perfectly, and still holds up incredibly well today. Not to mention it can run on a potato
  66. User11234
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    this is the perfect example of a perfect game.
    Gameplay, story, animations, ai, physics, graphics(for the time), music, everything about this game is wonderful!
    This game can run on a potato, and it's very cheap on steam, so play this game! You won''t regret it!
  67. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10
  68. EriSChaves
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente incrível! É tão triste que a Valve não conte até 3! Seria maravilhoso uma sequencia deste game!
  69. arthaxs
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    It was the year 2004, and I was at a LAN Party with around 15 other friends. Every single one of them was looking over my shoulder at my 19" CRT monitor to see the revolutionary game called Half-Life 2. Nobody even realized we were supposed to play multiplayer games.
  70. Pblo
    Jan 24, 2022
    10
    Нельзя поставить этой игре какую-либо другую оценку. Передовая графика на то время, гейм дизайн, сюжет. Это эталон для сингловых игр.
  71. The_Senate
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    The best game ever! Here’s why.

    Great physics

    Good dialogue Unique and great storytelling Outstanding atmosphere

    Memorable characters

    A instant classic.
  72. Emikaiser
    Dec 13, 2021
    10
    O MELHOR JOGO QUE EU JA JOGUEI NA MINHA VIDA!! História perfeita, narrativa perfeita, personagens perfeitos, graficos perfeito, SIMPLESMENTE O MELHOR JOGO DO MUNDO!
  73. petrkozak13
    Dec 12, 2021
    10
    One of my Top 10 games af all time. It's almost impossible to find anything bad here. I can replay it again and again and still be blown away by it.
  74. Doomdabot046
    Dec 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like how gman appears in ending and the strider fights in follow freeman.totally the best game in history(my opinion) I really like it and half life 1,half life 2 episodes were also good but not great like this.u must play this game I mean you will play this.… Expand
  75. forz1k
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Best game of the history /
  76. Papugarmer7
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    Es el mejor juego fps que existe, si eres gamer y no glorificas esta joya es que no eres un verdadero gamer, el juego tiene físicas casi reales o básicamente reales, Terror garantizado (más en el capítulo de ravenholm) mucha acción y demás (para la gente que dice que el juego es sobrevalorado es gente que ni siquiera a jugado el juego) aunque si las armas no son tan poderosas como en halfEs el mejor juego fps que existe, si eres gamer y no glorificas esta joya es que no eres un verdadero gamer, el juego tiene físicas casi reales o básicamente reales, Terror garantizado (más en el capítulo de ravenholm) mucha acción y demás (para la gente que dice que el juego es sobrevalorado es gente que ni siquiera a jugado el juego) aunque si las armas no son tan poderosas como en half life 1 pero el manipulador de campo de energía cero (pistola de gravedad) ayuda mucho.… Expand
  77. CoffeeMan8916
    Jan 19, 2022
    10
    Legend Game Ever
    거대한 서사의 중심에 서서 긴 여행을 다녀온 느낌
    인류 게임역사에 남아야 할 명작
    유일하게 깔 점은 3를 안 내준다는 것 뿐이다
  78. RickPedroStalke
    Aug 29, 2022
    10
    Te amo Gabe te AMO STEAM TE AMO HALF LIFE EL MEJOR JUEGO DE LA DECADA Y YA ESTA
  79. nuckol
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    Одна из лучших игр всех времен. Сюжет +5 баллов, графика для тех времен +3 балла, Гордон Фриман +6 балла, ГДЕ HALF-LIFE 3 -4 балла
  80. PzKpfwIV
    Jan 25, 2022
    10
    It still looks good after all these years, i don't remember how often i replayed that masterpiece.
  81. Uarabei
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    if i could, i would put 11 gravity guns out of 10.

    This is a game that any person who considers himself a gamer should play.
  82. Logitech
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    Это просто шедевр, ХОРОШАЯ ГРАФИКА,ИНТЕРЕСНЫЙ СЮЖЕТ,очень хорошие оружия,топовые локаций.персонажи.и ПРОСТО сногшибательные анимаций лиц особенно у алекса
  83. TimEngineer
    Feb 26, 2022
    10
    Для меня это была первая игра в серии халф лайф, я очень любил в неё играть. А также халф лайф 2 порадила мою любимую игру Garrys Mod, вообщем самая крутая игра 2004
  84. everidey
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    A masterpiece, probably my most replayed game. Everything from the gameplay to the story is top notch.
  85. MoodLq
    Mar 28, 2022
    10
    No bugs no errors no thing that makes you angry Its right perfect game in the world
  86. sconeeee
    Sep 11, 2022
    10
    There are no words to describe the quality and scope of a game that has stood the test of time as well as this game. If you haven't already played this masterpiece, do so now instead of reading these reviews.
  87. Targaryen006
    Jan 21, 2023
    10
    (legend)
    Good Things(+)
    -main Story
    -game progress
    -chapters
    -puzzles
    -gameplay

    İt Could Be Better

    -none

    Bad things(-)
    -none

    on record:29h
  88. Nibsu
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    Many times said, but this is truly one of the best fps games ever made. Half-Life 2 has so much to offer and give. It has some sci-fi, some horror and some shooting. I still remember playing HL2 for the first time and my god did it feel dystopic and fascinating. I love how the world and story of Half-Life 2 is so mysterious and the ending of this game has one of the biggest cliffhangersMany times said, but this is truly one of the best fps games ever made. Half-Life 2 has so much to offer and give. It has some sci-fi, some horror and some shooting. I still remember playing HL2 for the first time and my god did it feel dystopic and fascinating. I love how the world and story of Half-Life 2 is so mysterious and the ending of this game has one of the biggest cliffhangers ever in the gaming history. A must play masterpiece!… Expand
  89. Hulates
    Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Gelmiş geçmiş en iyi oyun olabilir . Hem hikaye hem grafik zamanına göre zaten en iyisi
  90. sba246
    Jul 3, 2022
    10
    5.2 hours in and kaboom action puzzles story bro buy this game got it with the orange box 10/10 play it.
  91. Teps228
    May 10, 2022
    10
    very interesting plot cool graphics some pluses waiting for half-life 3 continue 10 out 10 awesome!
  92. Tampasco
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Esse simplesmente é o melhor fps de historia que já joguei na minha vida, nem jogo fez uma trama com FPS com Half-Life 2 fez até hoje. Superando o seu jogo anterior que foi um marco na industria.

    Nota Final: 9,65
  93. Christian_TV
    Apr 15, 2023
    10
    In my opinion,this game it's the best game of all time.The graphics are still modern,the physics is the best, even to this day.An amazing plot and a wonderful gameplay.
  94. Gornostai
    Jun 1, 2022
    10
    Легендарная игра, которая даже спустя время выглядит хорошо и играется интересно.
  95. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    HL2 is flawless. I've played this again and again and again so many times because the story and execution is just out of this world. I can't express how much I have enjoyed this game.
  96. The_D4RknesS
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    VALVE doesn't know the number 3 :( seriously great! Imagine how innovative a new game in this series would be



    I love the physics of this game
  97. lookidont
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    i will always remember this game as the most revolutionary (and fun) the plot is a uniqe one, the voice actors are great, love the voice actor of alix vance. (-:
  98. Trollfacebuddy
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    It starts with one thing I don't know why
    It doesn't even matter how hard you try
    Keep that in mind, I designed this rhyme To explain in due time All I know Time is a valuable thing Watch it fly by as the pendulum swings Watch it count down to the end of the day The clock ticks life away It's so unreal Didn't look out below Watch the time go right out the window Tryin' to    It starts with one thing I don't know why
    It doesn't even matter how hard you try
    Keep that in mind, I designed this rhyme
    To explain in due time

    All I know
    Time is a valuable thing
    Watch it fly by as the pendulum swings
    Watch it count down to the end of the day
    The clock ticks life away

    It's so unreal
    Didn't look out below
    Watch the time go right out the window
    Tryin' to hold on, did-didn't even know
    I wasted it all just to watch you go

    I kept everything inside and even though I tried
    It all fell apart
    What it meant to me will eventually
    Be a memory of a time when I tried so hard

    I tried so hard and got so far
    But in the end it doesn't even matter
    I had to fall to lose it all
    But in the end it doesn't even matter

    One thing, I don't know why
    It doesn't even matter how hard you try
    Keep that in mind, I designed this rhyme
    To remind myself how I tried so hard

    In spite of the way you were mockin' me
    Acting like I was part of your property
    Remembering all the times you fought with me
    I'm surprised it got so far

    Things aren't the way they were before
    You wouldn't even recognize me anymore
    Not that you knew me back then
    But it all comes back to me in the end

    You kept everything inside and even though I tried
    It all fell apart
    What it meant to me will eventually
    Be a memory of a time when I tried so hard

    I tried so hard and got so far
    But in the end it doesn't even matter
    I had to fall to lose it all
    But in the end it doesn't even matter I've put my trust in you Pushed as far as I can go For all this There's only one thing you should know I've put my trust in you Pushed as far as I can go For all this There's only one thing you should know I tried so hard and got so far But in the end it doesn't even matter I had to fall to lose it all But in the end it doesn't even matter    … Expand
  99. SulfateNa
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    This is one of the good game that i played.In this game you can see a lot of beautiful locations good weapon and etc. I think its a gold standard and you need to play it.
  100. gingee
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    Half-Life 2. Where do I begin?
    The Gameplay is 11/10, the V/O is FLAWLESS. In my multiple playthroughs (3 to be precise) I encountered 0 bugs. People say that the graphics are bad, and while yes, the graphics are a little dated, this was 2004! Compared to other games released in 2004, this is next-gen! If you haven't already, buy this game, in whatever way you can. This is a MUST play.
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Awards & Rankings

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#1 Best PC Game of 2004
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
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#1 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 81 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 81
  3. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. CPUGamer
    100
    Nothing less than a revolution in the gaming industry that will keep gamers busy for years to come, just as the original did.
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  2. Play.tm
    95
    An ephemeral and controversial ending, along with the few issues described above, means that for me, Half-Life 2, while a compelling and highly enjoyable game, falls short of the size of impact that the first title had on the gaming world.
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  3. Playboy
    100
    A graphics overhaul delivers detailed facial animations and sophisticated physics that leave battle zones strewn with debris after intense shootouts with shuffling corpses, overfed curstaceans and other assorted foes. [October, p.37]
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