Half-Life 2

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9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 12734 Ratings

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  1. UnfixingMite500
    Apr 23, 2020
    10
    Сюжет просто божественный как и gameplay игра для своего времени это лучшее что может быть
  2. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    10
    There is nothing to say about this game. Even if you are not a fan of FPS like me. Just play it.
  3. Tyler4en
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    The greatest FPS I ever played. Its gameplay, story, characters, graphics, music, action, atmosphere and hit feeling are unique. If you didn't play HL2 you should play immediately.
  4. yeezymane
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Графика - 8/10
    Игровой процесс - 9/10
    Сюжет - 8/10
    Музыка - 6/10    … Expand
  5. VixySkunk
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
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  6. Arbores
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
    Oynanış: 40/40
    Hikaye: 30/30
    Grafikler: 20/20
    Sesler ve Müzikler: 10/10
    Sonuç: 100/100
  7. Haeder
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    This game is surely something And I have been wanting to play it for a while now and I have just gotten the time to do so, Let me go through it one by one:
    Firstly, The graphics, The graphics of this game is Good-looking maybe not the best by today standards but it's still good and the facial animations are nice to have, The level design on the other hand is more interesting, Sometimes    This game is surely something And I have been wanting to play it for a while now and I have just gotten the time to do so, Let me go through it one by one:
    Firstly, The graphics, The graphics of this game is Good-looking maybe not the best by today standards but it's still good and the facial animations are nice to have, The level design on the other hand is more interesting, Sometimes you get stuck not knowing where to go? and sometimes you just have to stop and admire the brilliant level design, The voice acting is lower then normal only exception is G-Man his voice is just gorgeous, The story is pretty neat and the gameplay is unique, The guns are different from each other and each got Its own use case, The gravity gun is so awesome, and the vehicles that you can drive are well made, The AI is smart, For me the gameplay is the strong point in this game.

    Valve clearly knows how to make a good and a bad game and this game is one of the good ones, maybe not the best but it's surely good.

    tl;dr
    Pros:
    + Neat story
    + Beautiful graphics
    + Smart AI
    + Awesome gameplay
    Cons:
    - Level design is sometimes confusing
    - Voice acting is way less than I would expect from the company that made Portal (and any other story-based game)
    - Some weird bugs overall    … Expand
  8. Yasin-
    May 24, 2020
    10
    Mükemmel bir oyun oynayın muazzam bir hikayesi var efsane bir oyun efsane.
  9. CrispCicada
    May 28, 2020
    10
    Half-Life 2 is easily one of my favorite video games of all time. It's so unique and creative. It's nothing like other FPS games and that's exactly why it's so great. The weaponry in this game is amazing. The gravity gun is so interesting. I get excited whenever it's in in my hands. I love this game's writing. Every character has a load of personality in this game. The humor in this gameHalf-Life 2 is easily one of my favorite video games of all time. It's so unique and creative. It's nothing like other FPS games and that's exactly why it's so great. The weaponry in this game is amazing. The gravity gun is so interesting. I get excited whenever it's in in my hands. I love this game's writing. Every character has a load of personality in this game. The humor in this game made me laugh a heck ton. I love this game's puzzles. They offer a good challenge and can really make you use your brain. In conclusion, I'd recommend this to anybody who has a PC. Have a lovely day/night, folks!… Expand
  10. PedroNowicki
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    Jedna z najlepszych gier w jakie grałem. Ukończyłem całą grę w 14 godzin i uważam że to całkowity must-play dla każdego gracza. dużo broni, świetna fabuła, i alyx.
  11. RadiationGamer
    Feb 26, 2023
    10
    Great story, great gameplay, Revolutionary game. It was one of the rarest games that really impressed me. It's more than an alien invasion. What can I say? -10
  12. Eratry
    Jun 13, 2020
    10
    Best game. I've been waiting for a million years when the third part comes out
  13. RIDETHELIGHTN1N
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    The best game ever made.
    Everything in this game is perfect down to the graphics suspenseful gameplay and for some reason the fact that it has more guns in it then csgo. The graphics have aged perfectly and the game performs well even on low fps. The gameplay is some of the best ever with its customization properties because of the gravity gun which allows you to do pretty much anything    The best game ever made.
    Everything in this game is perfect down to the graphics suspenseful gameplay and for some reason the fact that it has more guns in it then csgo. The graphics have aged perfectly and the game performs well even on low fps. The gameplay is some of the best ever with its customization properties because of the gravity gun which allows you to do pretty much anything also ravenholm is the best game chapter ever. Also this game has one of the best stories ever    … Expand
  14. drcoomer
    Aug 11, 2020
    9
    Half Life 2 is truly the epitome of what an FPS should be. From start to finish, this game is a masterpiece that even exceeds a lot of recent games. Between it's way-ahead-of-its-time graphics, amazing level design, and exhilarating gameplay, Half Life 2, even 16 years after release, still sets the bar high for all future games.

    Graphics: 9/10 HL2's graphics still hold up pretty well    Half Life 2 is truly the epitome of what an FPS should be. From start to finish, this game is a masterpiece that even exceeds a lot of recent games. Between it's way-ahead-of-its-time graphics, amazing level design, and exhilarating gameplay, Half Life 2, even 16 years after release, still sets the bar high for all future games.

    Graphics: 9/10
    HL2's graphics still hold up pretty well in 2020. This game is designed beautfiully, and there's an extremely unique atmosphere that you feel as soon as you step into City 17. I remember playing the Orange Box as a kid, and thinking to myself "There's NO WAY graphics can get any better than this." Well, I was certainly wrong there, but that doesn't take away from the timeless look that Valve gave us.

    Narrative: 9/10
    Gordon's journey is a blast to experience. I think the story is very well-written, creatively playing off the events of HL1, while also expanding the environment and establishing its own identity. It may have a couple sluggish moments here and there, but for the most part, the action keeps on rolling with ease.

    Protagonist: 10/10
    The ever-silent Gordon Freeman, never change.

    Characters/Interactions: 10/10
    There is a plethora of supporting characters, both good and bad, that drive this story forward. In addition, interacting with the now-friendly Vortigaunts is a nice touch. And the Alyx and Dog combo provides some of the game's most cheerful moments.

    Gameplay: 10/10
    I can't find one thing to complain about here. The level design in this game is insane. The horror-themed Ravenholm is one of my favorite parts of the entire story. Same with the long Highway 17 cruise through the Antlion infested coast. Per usual, Half Life utilizes some unique puzzles and platforming that are sure to test your brain power. But the real highlight here is the Gravity Gun. It is by far the most fun weapon to use, and it really elevates this game to the next level.

    Overall Score: 9/10    … Expand
  15. Andy_xz
    Jun 23, 2020
    10
    Simplemente épico una historia excelente lo es que pudes interactuar con casi todo alrededor solo esperemos que la parte 3 supere a esto
  16. KitterKatster
    Nov 14, 2021
    8
    Its terrible that this game from 2004 still has the best physics. Well maybe not best BUT IT USES THEM thus making it the best. Some of the later levels drop in quality which is a shame. Weapon and enemy variety is less so then HL1 which is a shame. Pacing is alot slower then HL1, which isn't necessarly a bad thing but on your 5000th playthrough u kinda host_timescale it.
  17. Madman85
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Игра всех лучшая всех времен и народов, объективно даже о ней не нужно пересказывать, кто играл поймут меня, и 10 она заслуживает по праву))!
  18. getnid
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best PC games ever made. The story, the atmosphere, the art style, the gameplay, all 10/10.
  19. SantiPar
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    The expressionistic play between visuals and story in HALF-LIFE 2 culminates in the excellence of storytelling and game play that is this superb game.
  20. DefaltWorld
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Imposible encontrarle un punto negativo a este juego, envegecio bien con el paso de los años,tanto en fisicas como en la cara de los personajes que aun me sorprende la de expresiones que tienen para ser un juego de ese año,lastima que no hicieron en capitulo 3 o half life 3 para ver como unian portal y half life
    Esta reseña es cojunta contando los este juego y los dos capitulos como uno unico    … Expand
  21. MichalBr
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Half-Life 2 game created by Valve gets a 10 / 10 from me. (Played on PC - Steam)
  22. DarkLord1950
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Amazing game. It still has beautiful graphics in my opinion. The physics of the game are fantastic.
  23. exitm35
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    While showing its age, this game still keeps me hooked with good pacing, lighter moments breaking up the action and an intriguing plot, it still managed to hold its own after all of these years.
  24. Kathaarian
    Jun 20, 2020
    10
    It's totally a masterpiece, too good for it to be from 2004, I really loved this video game
  25. O3liveon
    Dec 23, 2022
    9
    Well it's freaking Half Half 2. One of the most ultimate of ultimate classics. You don't have to be a gamer to know that Half Life is still after all these years at the pinnacle of gaming and story telling. Even at the time of this short review, December 2022, it's still an extremely fun game to play and the story is timeless and brilliant. What an incredible world! Saying you love thisWell it's freaking Half Half 2. One of the most ultimate of ultimate classics. You don't have to be a gamer to know that Half Life is still after all these years at the pinnacle of gaming and story telling. Even at the time of this short review, December 2022, it's still an extremely fun game to play and the story is timeless and brilliant. What an incredible world! Saying you love this game isn't enough. With that said, old games are old, even though this still holds up to a pretty good extent - it's still an old game... And old games are old. If you haven't experienced these games there's no question. You must. YOU MUST! Sorry for yelling.
    A review like this could've been read at release, all that's needed is a single word - Perfection.
    But it's 2022 and again, old games are old... And yet, still gets a 9 from me. So good!    … Expand
  26. Ugliest_boy
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    If there was a 11/10 option I would rate this game 11/10. The graphic doesn't hold up but it's still my favorite video game.
  27. Onlyclassicvg1
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    Half-Life 2 (HL2) es la continuación del videojuego Half-Life, una videoaventura de disparos en primera persona. Anteriormente el videojuego se vendía junto a Counter-Strike: Source la secuela de Counter-Strike con el nuevo motor gráfico (Source) y el motor físico (Havok) implantados y los niveles totalmente rediseñados. Actualmente se puede comprar a través del paquete
  28. Multisample
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Выражу свое мнение как фанат данной игры.
    1) в игре просто отличная, великолепная графика, да есть грешки с дальностью прорисовки, но игра 2004 года, это простительно.
    2) в игре просто БОМБЕЗНАЯ физика, ты можешь взять любой предмет, кинуть его, особенно, если в руках грави пушка. 3) оптимизация, она отличная, ведь сделана на движке сурс, она запустится даже на ведре на ультрах. 4) сюжет,    Выражу свое мнение как фанат данной игры.
    1) в игре просто отличная, великолепная графика, да есть грешки с дальностью прорисовки, но игра 2004 года, это простительно.
    2) в игре просто БОМБЕЗНАЯ физика, ты можешь взять любой предмет, кинуть его, особенно, если в руках грави пушка.
    3) оптимизация, она отличная, ведь сделана на движке сурс, она запустится даже на ведре на ультрах.
    4) сюжет, шикарный.    … Expand
  29. TheShadow13
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    I mean, what is to say about this legendary game, It pushed boundaries with its engine and physics like no other... A great successor to the first one.
  30. iwantTobelieve3
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Best game I ever played olded fine 100porcent recommended I recommend play it with mmod
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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

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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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