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  1. Jan 21, 2023
    10
    (RETRO)
    Good Things(+)
    -gameplay
    -enemy sorts
    -storytelling method
    -chapters

    İt Could Be Better
    -puzzles
    -story

    Bad things(-)
    -main character personality
    -boos fights

    on record:40h
  2. Jun 17, 2022
    9
    How tf is a ANCIENT game like this better than 99% of shooters that came ever since??
  3. Apr 28, 2022
    8
    i was played in 13 age old, and together 5 age young child, i download no steam no torrent, i'm just download and install my folder, i'm startup that game.

    Gameplay: 10/10
    Graphics 7/10
    Story 8/10

    thank you this is game:D
  4. May 4, 2022
    10
    this is the best single player shooter ever made, excellent story, great gameplay, and lots of replay ability. go buy this, it's worth every penny.
  5. May 26, 2022
    9
    Этот божественный мультиплеер этот эталонный мультиплеер неожиданно да ведь правда неожиданно?
  6. Dec 21, 2022
    9
    Se esse jogo não criou o mercado de jogos de FPS, eu sou um fogão 5 bocas da Eletrolux.
    Nota Final: 9,3
  7. Jun 4, 2022
    10
    This game is 11/10.

    Scifi meets shooters and puzzles. This game has started a massive movement in the gaming industry. The lore is just out of this world. The game tells so many stories without many words.
  8. May 24, 2023
    8
    This game is already great so you just put the BRUTAL HALF LIFE mod then it's perfect! and much more realistic
  9. Jun 8, 2022
    9
    It was a really nice FPS back in the days, probably my 1st original game bought from retail.
  10. Jun 9, 2022
    10
    classic i love it, this game was very revolutionary and is still prevails. (-:
  11. May 23, 2023
    9
    When it comes to influential and revolutionary games, Half-Life is a name that resonates with gamers and industry professionals alike. Released in 1998, this first-person shooter from Valve set new standards for storytelling, gameplay mechanics, and immersive world-building. Even after all these years, Half-Life remains a landmark title that has stood the test of time.

    One of the
    When it comes to influential and revolutionary games, Half-Life is a name that resonates with gamers and industry professionals alike. Released in 1998, this first-person shooter from Valve set new standards for storytelling, gameplay mechanics, and immersive world-building. Even after all these years, Half-Life remains a landmark title that has stood the test of time.

    One of the standout features of Half-Life is its captivating narrative. The game introduces players to the silent protagonist, Gordon Freeman, as he finds himself in the midst of a catastrophic event at the Black Mesa Research Facility. The seamless integration of scripted events and immersive storytelling techniques pulls players into a world of mystery and danger. The lack of cutscenes and the use of real-time storytelling create a sense of immersion rarely seen in games of that era.

    The level design in Half-Life is exemplary. From the dark and claustrophobic corridors of Black Mesa to the sprawling outdoor areas, each location is meticulously crafted and serves a purpose within the narrative. The attention to detail is astounding, with interactive elements, hidden areas, and environmental storytelling that add depth and realism to the world. The interconnectedness of the levels further enhances the sense of exploration and discovery, rewarding players who take the time to explore every nook and cranny.

    The gameplay mechanics in Half-Life are solid and engaging. The weapons feel satisfying to use, and the AI of both friend and foe is commendable, providing challenging encounters throughout the game. The introduction of the gravity gun, later popularized in Half-Life 2, added a unique twist to the gameplay, allowing players to interact with objects in the environment and solve puzzles in innovative ways. The well-balanced difficulty curve keeps players engaged without feeling overwhelmed.

    The atmospheric sound design in Half-Life deserves special mention. From the haunting ambient sounds that set the tone to the visceral gunfights and explosive sequences, the audio immerses players in the world of Black Mesa. The voice acting is exceptional, with talented performances that bring the characters to life and add emotional depth to the narrative.

    While Half-Life excels in many areas, it does have some minor shortcomings. The graphics, while impressive for its time, may appear dated to modern audiences. The character models and textures lack the level of detail seen in contemporary games. However, the strength of the game lies in its gameplay and storytelling, which still hold up remarkably well.

    Half-Life's impact on the gaming industry cannot be overstated. It paved the way for narrative-driven first-person shooters and showcased the potential for immersive storytelling in video games. The influence of Half-Life can be seen in countless titles that followed, and it remains a benchmark for game design innovation.

    Overall, Half-Life is a groundbreaking classic that deserves recognition and praise. Its gripping narrative, immersive world, solid gameplay mechanics, and iconic moments make it a must-play for any fan of the genre. While its graphics may show their age, the game's strengths far outweigh any visual shortcomings. Half-Life is a testament to Valve's visionary approach to game design and a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate players to this day.
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  12. Jun 16, 2022
    8
    Сюжет 9.0
    Графика 6.5
    Саундтрек 8.5 Геймплей 7.0 Визуальное оформление 8.0 Оценка 7.8 Сюжет, даже сравнивая с играми 2000-2022 замечательный. Прекрасный стори-тейл тематики: научной фантастики и утопии, стилестически грамотно построенный рассказ не даст заскучать почти всем игрокам, которым нравятся такие тематики. Графика сравнивая с современными играми конечно не очень, хотя главный
    Сюжет 9.0
    Графика 6.5
    Саундтрек 8.5
    Геймплей 7.0
    Визуальное оформление 8.0

    Оценка 7.8

    Сюжет, даже сравнивая с играми 2000-2022 замечательный. Прекрасный стори-тейл тематики: научной фантастики и утопии, стилестически грамотно построенный рассказ не даст заскучать почти всем игрокам, которым нравятся такие тематики.

    Графика сравнивая с современными играми конечно не очень, хотя главный минус за маленькое доступное разрешение.

    Саундтрек очень бодренький и задаёт темп игре. Музыкальный бум в стиле научной фантастики приследует вас почти весь сюжет и как показуют другие обзоры: игрокам очень нравятся такие "дорожки".

    Геймплей, не считая замечательный и интересный сюжет, весьма прямолинеен: от точки А в точку Б, хотя и разбавлен музыкой и интереснымм стычками с мобами.

    Визуальное оформление воссоздано очень хорошо! Попадая в Black Mesa игрок сразу чувствуется антураж крутой секретной лаборатории: новые технологии, загадки в стенах базы и другие вещи, которые создают отличное ощущение, из-за чего ты ненароком начинаешь чувствовать себя частью команды Black Mesa.

    Мой комментарий: До того как я не прошёл игру Half-Life, мне казалось, что это творение не достойно звания лучшей игры до 2000 годов и подальших. Будучи типичним грофоманом, я не понимал сути таких сюжетных игр, ведь в них было невозможно играть. Но сейчас я поистине всем советую пройти эту игру. Она перезапускает ваш мозг, из-за чего ВЫ сможете полюбить другие стори-тейл игры. Не зря Half-Life называют легендарной игрой, ведь тайны таких проектов таятся в сюжетных мелочах и тайнах а не в гравике и геймплее.
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  13. Jul 30, 2022
    10
    game has Extraordinary Graphics,Very Beautiful Gameplay,Movie like Sequences, and Awesome Sound! I hope people who play this game will last a life time in there hearts because this game still ROCKs all others ever made for the PC Valve i love your Work! please keep kickin ass on the best game series you have made in the Years and in the years to come!
  14. Aug 8, 2022
    10
    I have no words, and you won't read through it all if I had some. Go play it, its world and story will change your look on the video games as a whole.
  15. Aug 9, 2022
    8
    Amazing game. The only thing I don't personally like is that you need to backtrack sometimes. It's a valid gameplay element, and sometimes I'm down for it, but when you're in such a linear environment in closed-off spaces, it makes me feel extra dumb. Which is not helped by the fact that I am dumb as is.
  16. Aug 17, 2022
    9
    The first shooter game with an interesting plot, storytelling and some kind of interaction with the world.
  17. Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  18. Oct 16, 2022
    9
    Half life!!!!!!!
    Half life 1!!!!!!
    i dont have much to say which hasnt been said already, this game is a pc-must
  19. Mar 25, 2023
    9
    Безсмертна класика, яка й досі здатна дарувати яскравий ігровий досвід.
    Неперевершений дизайн, унікальна атмосфера, фірмовий звук, захоплюючий геймплей, новаторський для свого часу підхід до наративу та височенний рівень опрацювання всього і вся, — цим Half-Life вражав в 1998 році, вражає і зараз.
    Що цікаво, це була перша гра Valve, тому їхній дебют можна назвати найпотужнішим в
    Безсмертна класика, яка й досі здатна дарувати яскравий ігровий досвід.
    Неперевершений дизайн, унікальна атмосфера, фірмовий звук, захоплюючий геймплей, новаторський для свого часу підхід до наративу та височенний рівень опрацювання всього і вся, — цим Half-Life вражав в 1998 році, вражає і зараз.

    Що цікаво, це була перша гра Valve, тому їхній дебют можна назвати найпотужнішим в історії, котрий ще й зміг довгостроково вплинути на ігрову індустрію.

    9.5
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  20. Dec 27, 2022
    9
    THE FOUNDATION OF GAMES

    REVIEW 1 of 3. BEFORE WE BEGIN: I will preface this review by saying that it does not include the 3 dlc's of the game, since I wrote separate reviews for those (You can easily find them in the pages dedicated to the dlc's specifically). Also, it is very difficult to give an evaluation of a game from almost 25 years ago, but I will try to review it as
    THE FOUNDATION OF GAMES

    REVIEW 1 of 3.

    BEFORE WE BEGIN:
    I will preface this review by saying that it does not include the 3 dlc's of the game, since I wrote separate reviews for those (You can easily find them in the pages dedicated to the dlc's specifically). Also, it is very difficult to give an evaluation of a game from almost 25 years ago, but I will try to review it as objectively as possible, taking into account that it is one of the first FPS that included body physics in the video game scene.

    STARTING WORKING DAY:
    Half-Life begins by throwing the player directly into the game, no cutscenes. The first few minutes of the game are spent inside a train that takes the player to observe the internal structure of the game world, the Black Mesa Research facility. The player finds himself in the shoes of Gordon Freeman, a normal office worker who, on an ordinary workday, finds himself working for a new secret experiment that will change the fate of the world forever.

    DID YOU SEE THE MAN IN BLACK?:
    Graphically Half-Life was at the top of the FPS games of its generation, with clean graphics and fairly detailed models for its generation. Even played in 2022 it doesn't feel that heavy on the eye, and one also often finds oneself captivated by the imagination that 22 years ago the developers had in creating certain levels that are still stunning, and how with so little detail many of the game scenes look so captivating. I myself found myself in the Black Mesa desert level stunned at how, with graphics like that, the game still turned out stunning.

    I WILL SEE YOU UP AHEAD:
    The audio in Half-Life is nothing mind-boggling; it has catchy ost’s that perfectly match the gameplay, with the exception of the Valve ost, which is still used in the Valve’ games intro.

    EXPLORING THE FACILITY:
    The gameplay is the real reason why Half_Life and Valve itself have become famous; the level design is always impeccable and as the campaign continues it improves by leaps and bounds; levels, "puzzles" and design still brilliant by modern gaming standards. The level design is always varied and continues to flow as the story continues, giving continuous variety throughout the game. The difficulty of the game is balanced but sometimes frustrating if you happen upon some unfortunate circumstances. Finally, the highlight, which then led to the sequel's perfection, is the implementation of physics within a game, which unfortunately within the first one is not excellent but gives the foundation for one of the best games of all time.

    BUT WHY 9?

    PROS:
    The pros of this game are endless for the time and are pretty much what I have described in the lines above. I would add the repeatability over time, as the game is not at all tiring and in fact, provides insights for young developers, providing the foundation for modern video games, how can you not rate so highly a game that gave birth to most modern games. Moreover, Half.Life along with Quake are the first games that set the standard for fps controls used to this day, such as WASD or the XY in the mouse inputs.

    CONS:
    Cons are few and they are all given by the age of the title, such as the voice acting, some points related to physics, for example the fact that if you jump while running and then keep jumping, releasing WASD, the character keeps going; these are things that only the most attentive or other developers can notice, and it has to be said that probably those problems were created by Half-Life in the first place. Small flaw is perhaps the autosaves that are sometimes inconvenient, but they are fixed by the manual save option.

    RATING
    Gameplay: 10
    Music: 7
    Story: 8
    Level Design: 10
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  21. Nov 18, 2022
    8
    Is was a good revolution of first person shooter games. You should play this game if you interested in old games.
  22. Dec 25, 2022
    9
    es un juegazo , solo que como estaba en dificil , pero igual eso no le quita lo bueno , menos 1 punto porque no puede coshear con el bebe giganrte
  23. Nov 30, 2022
    9
    Esse jogo tem uma historia muito boa e a jogabilidade tambem e muito boa, eu vou perdoar a parte dos graficos por que o jogo era de 1998 então ne mas tirando isso e um dos melhores jogos do mundo
  24. Dec 5, 2022
    9
    For an fps back in 1998 this is really damn good, combat is solid and challenging. When going against human enemies with guns you cant just run straight in. The game holds up somewhat well, however can we please stop adding platforming to first person games, whoever though it was a good idea is a buffoon.
  25. Jan 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece of a game.

    After dodging the hype train for a long time, I thought it was finally time to try the original Half-Life in 2015. I was immediately hooked up and impressed how good the game was and, more importantly, how fantastic it held up today. This is one of the few games that kept me playing without ever boring me or forcing me through it, like some games. Every level was unique and featured a new mechanic of enemy.

    You play as Gordon Freeman, the silent protagonist that is late for work at his job in the Black Mesa Research Facility. As part of an experiment, you casually put some sort of unknown crystal in a device called the anti-mass spectrometer. This goes horribly wrong, and everything explodes and a portal to another dimension, called Xen, is opened. Immediately, Xen aliens are going through the portal and attack every living soul in sight. The US military is also alerted and sends a special force called HECU to cover everything up, including you and the personal of Black Mesa.

    Gordon learns of a way to close the portal and makes his way to the surface. He battles a giant tentacle monster, kills a lot more new alien species and tries to make his way to the other side of the facility. He gets captured by the HECU, is left for dead by the garbage compactor, escapes and makes his way to the Lambda Complex. He then learns that the portal is controlled by a mighty entity in the Xen world that keeps it open. He gets teleported with the aid of the scientists there to Xen and searches for the beast. He encounters the thing, called the Nihilanth, kills his ass and is then greeted by a slim, creepy figure of a man called G-Man. He is offered employment for G-Man and his buddies. If you refused, you get obliterated by a thousand soldiers. If you accept, you are put to sleep in wait of your next assignment.

    For the time, this was a huge and epic story that still holds up today. It combines everything that makes an FPS great; killing enemies, hunting a boss, being chased by enemies, collecting enough ammo etc. The best part is the huge world you play in, the unique “real time” story telling rather than cut scenes and the puzzle solving that the game features.

    The mechanics in Half-Life are unique. In the first place, it is your standard FPS, you collect different weapons, find ammo, kill enemies and move forward. But then you got the puzzle mechanics in which you need to stack boxes to reach a higher platform, navigating mazes, or figuring out what the best path will be to reach a certain area, without falling to your death. You also use the terrain a lot more than other games. When facing a strong enemy, you can use the environment for cover while fighting, something that is impossible in games like Doom and Duke Nukem.

    Lastly, you got a badass HEV suit that grants you more protection and offers a ton of neat tools like a build in flashlight, oxygen for swimming sections, a compass, and your HUD. The suit absorbs a lot of damage and runs on a energy meter. When the suit is depleted, functions like the flashlight do not work anymore. You can recharge your health and suit energy at special stations scattered throughout the game.

    The combat mechanics are fluent and feel very responsive and satisfying. It is fast paced, accurate and a ton of fun. You can use various weapons and choosing which weapon works best for each fight is a must. And of course, your most iconic weapon is your good old crowbar.

    The graphics are nice and solid in Half-Life. It is a little polygon like, and some enemies and characters have some square shapes edges, but it is smooth and the textures on them are fine. The weapon detail, bullet impact and explosions are great. The animations are a little stiff when looking at it today, but for the time, they were excellent.

    The sound is also excellent. Weapon fire sounds realistic, the fancy sounds your HEV suit makes are great and the voice acting is spot on.

    In terms of controls, the game plays fluently. Everything is responsive and feels natural. The only problem I encountered is the abrupt tilt in the screen when you expect to land on a platform, but you missed the jump by an inch.

    Overall, Half-Life lives up to its title of one of the best games ever made and, even today, it still holds up and is truly a masterpiece.

    Definitely recommend it to everyone.
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  26. Dec 18, 2022
    8
    Killing scientist trying to help you is one of the best things you can do in video game history
  27. Dec 31, 2022
    10
    benim için en özel oyunlardan birisidir 15 yıldır oynuyorum bağımlılık yapıyor çok sarıyor mükemmel bir oyun
  28. Jan 4, 2023
    10
    This game is beautiful and perfect, I first played it on the PS2 because until then I had never given it much morals. But today it's easy, my favorite game and I'll always have a great affection for it.
  29. Jan 4, 2023
    10
    The funniest character has to be the Scientist. " I a m r a t h e r l o o k i n g f o r w a r d t o t h i s a n a l y s i s."
  30. Feb 5, 2023
    10
    Это одна из первых игр моего детства. И, несмотря на возраст и недостатки, о которых я сейчас узнаю от других, она не кажется мне плохой
  31. Feb 4, 2023
    9
    When I was little, my computer was so bad that when I turned on the flashlight, my computer went black. I would try to pass by randomly trying the dark places without turning the flashlight on.
  32. Jan 30, 2023
    10
    The best game I've ever played, it never gets old, it's definitely a must-play for anyone entering the gaming world!
  33. Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Best game ever defiedvly was a stepping stone in gaming and micl with it bunny hopping I
  34. Feb 1, 2023
    10
    It's just really good for game for 1998 actually tried introducing this to my friend he don't like it for some reason getting a bit off topic great story great gameplay just don't play source make sure you're playing the goldsrc version
  35. Feb 3, 2023
    10
    This game is great, it's almost as good as the 2001 platformer for the GameBoy Advance, Wario Land 4.
  36. Aug 12, 2023
    10
    I played it back in 2023 and enjoyed it, after more than 24 years of release, this game is great and forms part of my memory and my idea of ​​games, one of the best experiences of my life
  37. Mar 11, 2023
    10
    The best game the world has ever seen! This game, which created a revolution according to its release, introduced us to the FPS game genre. The DLCs of this game are as masterpieces as they are.
  38. Mar 15, 2023
    10
    Tremenda obra maestra!, buena historia y multijugador, de lo mejor, para la epoca los graficos son buenos.
  39. Apr 5, 2023
    10
    once you play you cannot escape playing it ever. one of the greatest games of all time.
  40. Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Легендарная игра, подарившая миру Гордона Фримэна, собрала всё лучшее из своих предшественниц и добавила главное - лихой и закрученный сюжет в жанр FPS!
  41. Aug 20, 2023
    10
    ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀MASTERPIECE¡
  42. Apr 30, 2023
    10
    Dünyanın en iyi oyun serisinin içinde bulunan bir başyapıt.Fps türünün hatta ve hatta genel olarak şuanki oyunların belli bi seviyeye gelmesine yol açan bir devrim oynamayanlar çok şey kaybetmiştir mükemmmel bir evren , gizemler, hedefler , ve ucu açık bir hikaye Half-life serisi çok başka .
  43. May 1, 2023
    10
    Jogo marcou muito minha infância e foi um dos melhores jogo que já joguei trazendo uma pegada de ficção com ação
  44. May 5, 2023
    10
    Esse jogo tem uma historia muito boa e a jogabilidade tambem e muito boa, eu vou perdoar a parte dos graficos por que o jogo era de 1998 então ne mas tirando isso e um dos melhores jogos do mundo
  45. Aug 19, 2023
    8
    [game finished on hard level]

    78/100 - even from 2023 perspective

    Good shooter with pretty good sci-fi setting. Game aged well and despite it's release in 1998, game still playable and enjoyable.

    Sci-fi setting is not written flawlessly. Lore not flawless too.
    Gameplay sometime is being frustrating.
  46. Jun 9, 2023
    10
    Half-Life is a masterpiece of storytelling, gameplay, and atmosphere that still holds up after 20 years. A must-play for any gamer.
  47. Jul 11, 2023
    9
    A game that 25 years later still manages to be magnificent... and it's amazing how it's structured better than other games of its kind that are even recent....Truly magnificent for his years good job Valve!
  48. Jul 25, 2023
    10
    .........................................................This is a real revolution..........................................................
  49. Aug 3, 2023
    10
    Probably the best PC game to speedrun, and in normal playing the game is just amazing.
  50. Aug 5, 2023
    10
    I will defend valve on almost anything, as most of their works are just straight up masterpieces, classics, games that withstand the test of time, more gen z gamers need to play this game through, its amazing, the story is magnificent, the game pioneered single player shooters, not to mention the amazing enemy design
  51. Sep 9, 2023
    10
    THIS game has Extraordinary Graphics,Very Beautiful Gameplay,Movie like Sequences, and Awesome Sound! I hope people who play this game will last a life time in there hearts because this game still ROCKs all others ever made for the PC Valve i love your Work! please keep kickin ass on the best game series you have made in the Years and in the years to come!
  52. Aug 17, 2023
    10
    One of the best games ever made and also one of my favourite shooters still. Thank you Valve!
  53. Aug 28, 2023
    9
    I'm not fan of shooter games but this game is awesome... Great history, great immersion, very good shooter. The options for multiplayer games made the title infinite
  54. Aug 24, 2023
    9
    "Half-Life," the original entry in the franchise, is often considered a landmark game in the first-person shooter genre. Its impact on gaming history, innovation, and lasting influence contribute to its reputation as a 9 out of 10 title. Here's why:

    While "Half-Life" is praised for its contributions to the gaming industry, some players might not rate it a perfect 10 due to potential
    "Half-Life," the original entry in the franchise, is often considered a landmark game in the first-person shooter genre. Its impact on gaming history, innovation, and lasting influence contribute to its reputation as a 9 out of 10 title. Here's why:

    While "Half-Life" is praised for its contributions to the gaming industry, some players might not rate it a perfect 10 due to potential dated graphics and technical limitations compared to modern games. However, its innovative gameplay mechanics, narrative presentation, and lasting legacy easily justify a 9/10 rating.
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  55. Aug 31, 2023
    8
    Esta bueno el juego, hizo que los FPS dejen de ser como DOOM de no solamente matar monstruos o sino tambien que los NPC's te ayuden abrir puertas
    lo malo son sus bugs, el jefe final y su version de Steam tiene una baja calidad de la musica (la version fisico tienia en alta calidad) y el menu ahora se ve inferior
    En su version fisico te traia mods preinstalados llamados Team Fortress
    Esta bueno el juego, hizo que los FPS dejen de ser como DOOM de no solamente matar monstruos o sino tambien que los NPC's te ayuden abrir puertas
    lo malo son sus bugs, el jefe final y su version de Steam tiene una baja calidad de la musica (la version fisico tienia en alta calidad) y el menu ahora se ve inferior
    En su version fisico te traia mods preinstalados llamados Team Fortress Classic, Ricochet y Deathmath Classic (se requieren jugadores e internet para jugar estos mods).

    Graficos para su epoca: 9/10
    Jugabilidad: 9/10
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  56. Sep 6, 2023
    10
    I haven't finished Half-life 1. But the story has been spoiled to me, so I think I can give a review on it. I'm currently on Chapter 10 and I love this game. If you don't, then at least give the game a higher number than 0. Just make sure HD models are off. The HD models suck and take away the classic look. Luckily you can easily turn these off,. This game has better story telling thanI haven't finished Half-life 1. But the story has been spoiled to me, so I think I can give a review on it. I'm currently on Chapter 10 and I love this game. If you don't, then at least give the game a higher number than 0. Just make sure HD models are off. The HD models suck and take away the classic look. Luckily you can easily turn these off,. This game has better story telling than most modern games. Half-Life has more life than Call Of Duty and Battlefield combined. Truly one of THE BEST FPS GAMES ON THE MARKET. Expand
  57. Sep 6, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fun game, but I suck at gaming so I don't think I'll ever beat the Nihilanth :( Expand
  58. Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Half-Life is a great game. It keeps you into the FPS mindset with lots of action and ties in realistic puzzles that keep you sharp and on your toes.
Metascore
96

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 24
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. It isn't everyday that you come across a game that totally revolutionizes an entire genre, but Half-Life has done just that.
  2. The storyline runs in perfect harmony with the action and acts as a conduit not a stopgap, or a padding device. Each gaming element compliments the next and the entire presentation is nothing short of, well…dare we say it…revolutionary.
  3. PC Gamer
    97
    This is The Big One, and it's even better than we could've hoped. [Jan 1999, p.166]