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  1. Apr 5, 2023
    5
    half life 2 is a game that has shaped the history of the game. It is a great game with great graphics, gameplay and details according to its period. The absence of dialogue of our main character gordon puts you in the place of the main character. The game does not give you the task given to you or what to do, dialogue and small help It gives you a freedom by giving it with. I can't passhalf life 2 is a game that has shaped the history of the game. It is a great game with great graphics, gameplay and details according to its period. The absence of dialogue of our main character gordon puts you in the place of the main character. The game does not give you the task given to you or what to do, dialogue and small help It gives you a freedom by giving it with. I can't pass without mentioning the map and the design. Expand
  2. Apr 20, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece. I have never player a videogame a with such a story. Great ending.
  3. Apr 30, 2023
    9
    Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»Существуют просто Зло и Большое Зло, а за ними обоими в тени прячется Очень Большое Зло. Очень Большое Зло, Геральт, это такое, которого ты и представить себе не можешь, даже если думаешь, будто уже ничто не в состоянии тебя удивить. И знаешь, Геральт, порой бывает так, что Очень Большое Зло схватит тебя за горло и скажет: «Выбирай, братец, либо я, либо то, которое чуточку поменьше»
  4. Apr 30, 2023
    10
    Dünyanın en iyi oyun serisinin içinde bulunan bir başyapıt.Gerçekden ne kadar övgü varsa hak eden bir oyun zaten seri herzaman oyun dünyasında bir devrim yapmayı başarıyor Half-Life 2 de başardı .
  5. May 4, 2023
    8
    If you like first-person shooters and a good story then this game is well worth your time. It's aged very well and can still be enjoyed to this day. The physics are fun to play with and the characters are well written.
  6. May 5, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo e uma obra de arte parabens o unico problema e que podiam facilitar a parte do bixo gigante na cidade 17 mas tirando isso o jogo e muito bom eu quase quebrei meu pc por causa desse jogokkkkkkk
  7. Aug 8, 2023
    10
    De los mejores FPS de toda la historia. Controles, soundtrack, dirección de arte, historia, personajes y sobre todo, una jugabilidad exquisita. Una obra maestra del medio, que ha envejecido fantásticamente, siendo a día de hoy, un ejemplo a seguir dentro de la industria
  8. Jun 29, 2023
    10
    The phisics system was astonishing, i remember this game changed the industry forever and now i can see it, i see how it changed the way videogames can implement Physics in Gameplay. The only negative thing is that there is no "Half life 3"....
  9. May 30, 2023
    10
    Even in the current year 2023, the graphics of this game look stunning, shooting weapons in Half Life has always been more enjoyable than in the new parts of Call of Duty, the characters look like real ones and are always fixed in our hearts. In short, the game is perfect in every way.
  10. Jun 11, 2023
    10
    Half-Life 2's revolutionary physics, immersive storytelling, and complex characters make it a timeless classic and an absolute must-play
  11. Jun 9, 2023
    7
    A super fun adventure with a ton of unique physics-based weapons that are fun to use, and regular guns that are weightless. The campaign is long and memorable, but ultimately the combat mechanics outstay their welcome. If not for the gravity gun the game would be solidly mediocre.
  12. Jun 15, 2023
    10
    The combine aged extremelly well, while the AI may not be the best the game is extremelly fun in harder difficulties, Nothing better than shooting down a strider.
  13. Jun 26, 2023
    10
    Maaasteeerpiece! Forever great game! Where is the third chapter dammit? We really need it
  14. Jun 28, 2023
    10
    Half-Life 2 is a revolutionary masterpiece that redefines the first-person shooter genre. With its immersive storytelling, realistic physics, and groundbreaking gameplay mechanics, it sets a new standard for interactive storytelling. The detailed environments and memorable characters bring the dystopian world of City 17 to life. A true classic that continues to captivate players with itsHalf-Life 2 is a revolutionary masterpiece that redefines the first-person shooter genre. With its immersive storytelling, realistic physics, and groundbreaking gameplay mechanics, it sets a new standard for interactive storytelling. The detailed environments and memorable characters bring the dystopian world of City 17 to life. A true classic that continues to captivate players with its unparalleled depth and innovation, Half-Life 2 remains a must-play for any gaming enthusiast. I honestly can't wait for HL3. Expand
  15. Jul 11, 2023
    10
    Greatest first person shooter of all time and one of my favorite games ever made.
  16. Jul 19, 2023
    10
    **** perfect, ground breaking physics that still to this day are used in modern VALVe titles.
  17. Jul 25, 2023
    10
    ............................................................Just great.............................................................
  18. Aug 15, 2023
    0
    Fanboys of this game rating every other as zero.
    Well - you get what you asked for.
  19. Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Groundbreaking piece of software that stands the test of time even after almost 20 years
  20. Aug 17, 2023
    10
    Half-Life 2 is more than just a sequel to a good shooter. Half-Life 2 provides an immersive, atmospheric experience within City 17 and is a shining example of what good developers can achieve when they work hard. They raised the standards for the shooter-genre so high with this masterpiece. I wish more games were as good as HL2 is. This is by far my favourite Valve-Game. Thank you Valve!
  21. Aug 24, 2023
    9
    Half-Life 2 is often hailed as a classic and a pioneering game in the first-person shooter genre. While it's highly regarded, some factors might lead someone to rate it as a 9 out of 10 rather than a perfect 10.

    In conclusion, rating Half-Life 2 as a 9 out of 10 acknowledges its undeniable strengths in storytelling, gameplay, and innovation, while also recognizing that it might have
    Half-Life 2 is often hailed as a classic and a pioneering game in the first-person shooter genre. While it's highly regarded, some factors might lead someone to rate it as a 9 out of 10 rather than a perfect 10.

    In conclusion, rating Half-Life 2 as a 9 out of 10 acknowledges its undeniable strengths in storytelling, gameplay, and innovation, while also recognizing that it might have some minor drawbacks or aspects that have aged over time. Despite these potential weaknesses, Half-Life 2's impact on the gaming industry and its lasting influence make it an essential experience for any gamer.
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  22. Aug 26, 2023
    8
    The game was completed after playing the first part. I definitely liked the second part. The graphics are good for their year and the plot can be liked by someone. From myself I give 8 out of 10.
  23. Aug 31, 2023
    10
    Para mi es el mejor juego de la historia, sin palabras
    Les recomiendo este juego junto con las expansiones del EP1 y EP2

    Graficos para su epoca: 10/10
    Fisicas: 9/10
    Jugabilidad: 8/10
  24. Sep 6, 2023
    10
    This game is FPS at its best! No matter how many times you play it, youll either crap your pants or have your mind explode out of the sheer awesomeness of this game!! Incredible puzzles, Frightful and disgusting enemies, superb dialogue, and best of all a gun like no other that allows you to turn every day items to super destructive items of terror!!! I dont care if you're the world'sThis game is FPS at its best! No matter how many times you play it, youll either crap your pants or have your mind explode out of the sheer awesomeness of this game!! Incredible puzzles, Frightful and disgusting enemies, superb dialogue, and best of all a gun like no other that allows you to turn every day items to super destructive items of terror!!! I dont care if you're the world's greatest gamer, if you havnt played this game...you havnt lived yet. Expand
  25. Sep 7, 2023
    10
    Even today, the game is a masterpiece! Immersive gameplay. Awesome graphics and optimization. The game worked well on my outdated PC back in 2005.
  26. Sep 10, 2023
    10
    This is the only game that i can play again and again without getting bored. It has it all: great gameplay, great story, very well-shaped characters and dialogue and an epic soundtrack. Playing this game really puts you in a specific state of mind. Long live Gordon Freeman and his trusty crowbar!
  27. Sep 11, 2023
    10
    Ragazzi, stiamo parlando di uno degli sparatutto in prima persona (FPS) più belli mai realizzati nella storia, e non ha rivali. Rappresenta una pietra miliare nel genere. L'ho giocato e terminato completamente sul PC quando è uscito alla fine degli anni '90, dopo aver completato anche il primo capitolo (che era fantastico). Nessun film o nessun altro videogioco possono avvicinarsiRagazzi, stiamo parlando di uno degli sparatutto in prima persona (FPS) più belli mai realizzati nella storia, e non ha rivali. Rappresenta una pietra miliare nel genere. L'ho giocato e terminato completamente sul PC quando è uscito alla fine degli anni '90, dopo aver completato anche il primo capitolo (che era fantastico). Nessun film o nessun altro videogioco possono avvicinarsi all'immensità di Half-Life 2. ITALIAN USER
    Guys, we're talking about one of the most beautiful first-person shooters (FPS) ever created in history, and it has no equals. It's a milestone in the genre. I played and completed it entirely on PC when it was released in the late '90s, after also completing the first one (which was fantastic). No movie or any other video game can come close to the greatness of Half-Life 2.
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96

Universal acclaim - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 81 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 81
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  1. 100
    Nothing less than a revolution in the gaming industry that will keep gamers busy for years to come, just as the original did.
  2. 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.
  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]