Half-Life

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  1. nemix3d
    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.
  2. PhoneTheo
    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!
  3. cercisyusuf
    Sep 8, 2023
    4
    this is better than 2 everyone like this because of popular cultuer but i play the game and that was boring mostly people like bc this is childhood game i guess
  4. leo_the_beo
    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
  5. Pinnvo
    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
  6. ElKooi
    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    … Expand
  7. Keron_Heruman
    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
  8. JIMEY
    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.    … Expand
  9. JuanMS
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀MASTERPIECE¡
  10. thehoang123
    Aug 20, 2023
    10
    A standard of the industry, especially for the FPS genre. Who thinks they could released a game like this in 1997, 1998 lol. So many things that make Half-Life is one of the greatest games of all time, And even better, this game has many mods, some of them are iconic (TF Classic, Counter-Strike, Cry of Fear) that still existing and keep growing until today.
  11. Fake_Stalker
    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.
  12. Archangel2001
    Aug 17, 2023
    10
    One of the best games ever made and also one of my favourite shooters still. Thank you Valve!
  13. Richard_dias
    Aug 14, 2023
    7
    Yeah, I like it but not that much. Really think HL2 did it better and after beating the OG two or three times I don't really see myself playing it again. It is a important piece of history though, and most people should do themself a favor by giving it a fair chance. You most likely will find it better than I did!
  14. AHMED99
    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
  15. StreetMoth
    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
  16. ugrx_spdrun
    Aug 3, 2023
    10
    Probably the best PC game to speedrun, and in normal playing the game is just amazing.
  17. Ciocolici
    Aug 2, 2023
    8
    Half-Life is not typically the type of game I gravitate towards, but surprisingly, I found myself quite fond of it. While I must admit that I despised the m4 recoil and the character movement, and at times, I struggled to comprehend the purpose of my actions, the overall experience was undeniably intriguing.

    Venturing into Half-Life in 2020 felt like a peculiar journey through gaming    Half-Life is not typically the type of game I gravitate towards, but surprisingly, I found myself quite fond of it. While I must admit that I despised the m4 recoil and the character movement, and at times, I struggled to comprehend the purpose of my actions, the overall experience was undeniably intriguing.

    Venturing into Half-Life in 2020 felt like a peculiar journey through gaming history, immersing me in a pleasant retro escapade. It's astonishing to realize that this masterpiece was crafted back in 1998, a testament to its enduring impact on the gaming world.

    Despite its quirks and the occasional confusion, Half-Life managed to capture my attention and appreciation. The game's innovation, coupled with its rich narrative and atmospheric gameplay, offered a unique and unforgettable gaming experience. If anything, this journey into the past reminded me of the profound impact this classic title has had on the gaming landscape.    … Expand
  18. Liquid_Cold
    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!
  19. AliYavuz
    Jul 25, 2023
    10
    .........................................................This is a real revolution..........................................................
  20. teenageSpirit
    Jul 21, 2023
    8
    VERY IMPRESSIVE

    For the 98th it was definitely very good. Graphics, gameplay, storytelling. A story that still captivates to this day. Since I am a small fan of "X-Files", the game impressed me with this mystery. The only thing I didn't like and what made it a little boring to play was because you often don't understand where to go, what to do and stuff like that. In my opinion, it was    VERY IMPRESSIVE

    For the 98th it was definitely very good. Graphics, gameplay, storytelling. A story that still captivates to this day. Since I am a small fan of "X-Files", the game impressed me with this mystery. The only thing I didn't like and what made it a little boring to play was because you often don't understand where to go, what to do and stuff like that. In my opinion, it was possible to leave at least a couple of inscriptions somewhere in the corner of the screen what to do next. I understand that before all the games were like that, so this is my personal pen.
    For the atmosphere and for the sake of curiosity, you can play even now, even though it will be 10 years later, it will always be relevant.    … Expand
  21. turgaysenturk
    Jul 13, 2023
    6
    I didn't have the opportunity to play this game during my childhood, but I finally got to experience it in 2020. While I had fun playing it, I couldn't fully grasp the feeling of playing one of the best games in history, as it was originally released in 1997 and understandably feels dated by today's standards. Overall, it was an average experience for me.
  22. FrankCreeper
    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!
  23. ITHIRSIZI
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    It is a game that is the father of FPS games that revolutionized the year and helped shape the gaming community. It is a game that people who are interested in FPS should definitely play!
  24. Midyen
    Jun 28, 2023
    5
    Based on the gameplay, graphics, sound, content, and originality of the game, I will give it a rating of 5.
  25. armadonpower
    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.
  26. The_D4RknesS
    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
  27. sansbattle1111
    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.    … Expand
  28. xalugg2
    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
  29. Nick7000
    May 1, 2023
    7
    Заценил только сейчас. Наверное, для свое времени это было нечто, сейчас, безусловно скучновато.
  30. BoloDeChocolate
    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
  31. omarniyas
    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 .
  32. Magical_Viktor
    Apr 30, 2023
    7
    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»
  33. MrOldModern
    Apr 10, 2023
    9
    Фантастична гра свого часу. Тоді використання 3Д прискорювачів та окремого придбання аудіо карт давала свій вайб
  34. tooboredto
    Apr 5, 2023
    10
    once you play you cannot escape playing it ever. one of the greatest games of all time.
  35. OpticalFred
    Mar 28, 2023
    6
    Another classic that aged poorly.

    Bad platforming, repetitive maze, old fps format.
  36. SprityXD
    Mar 27, 2023
    7
    Half-life is undoubtedly one of the best shooters in history, but there are multiple problems with the game.
  37. Vlador
    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    … Expand
  38. Dhantheman
    Mar 21, 2023
    0
    Friend keeps forcing me to play it and doesnt shut up about it every 2 seconds and for that alone im rating this game a 0/10
  39. MegaF_xd
    Mar 15, 2023
    10
    Tremenda obra maestra!, buena historia y multijugador, de lo mejor, para la epoca los graficos son buenos.
  40. omerpc1
    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.
  41. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  42. RyanRetroGamer7
    Feb 28, 2023
    5
    I like a lot of old games, and I played this from beginning to end. However, when I compare this to other games of the time such as Golden Eye 64 or Doom, this game just falls short significantly. For the time, this would have been amazing considering the games that were out. However, today, I do not see much need in playing it. I do want to try Half Life 2, but Half Life 1, II like a lot of old games, and I played this from beginning to end. However, when I compare this to other games of the time such as Golden Eye 64 or Doom, this game just falls short significantly. For the time, this would have been amazing considering the games that were out. However, today, I do not see much need in playing it. I do want to try Half Life 2, but Half Life 1, I continued playing hoping that there would be some sort of a pay off. It was just underwhelming to be quite honest. I hate to say that about such a classic, but time has not treated this game very well. I got though the story, and I still do not know exactly what it was that happened. Was there supposed to be a plot or were there just excuses for levels existing. The only real story that made any sense was the ending. Also, I do not like helicopters. I will give it a 5 in consideration for the time it was released, but if this came out in 2002 or after, then I would give it a 3. I am sorry fans of Half Life.… Expand
  43. KOMC
    Feb 27, 2023
    9
    still best FPS game for me!
    nice story, great level design, great enemies and bosses!
    HL2 felt a bit lacking in comparison..
  44. shkipermann
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
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  45. Babutto
    Feb 9, 2023
    10
    It's just a legendary game. A masterpiece of its time. But I'll compare the one available in STEAM to the original I played decades ago.

    Pros.: - Models and animations. In the original one the guards used the whole fist to push the buttons which looked funny. Also, they look better. - Weapons were changed, sounds, it looks modern, newer. - The game is much faster. Cons.: -    It's just a legendary game. A masterpiece of its time. But I'll compare the one available in STEAM to the original I played decades ago.

    Pros.:
    - Models and animations. In the original one the guards used the whole fist to push the buttons which looked funny. Also, they look better.
    - Weapons were changed, sounds, it looks modern, newer.
    - The game is much faster.

    Cons.:
    - However, some scientists look worse (bushy hairstyle scientists - originals were better).
    - Some bugs are same - weird neurotic movements of the characters.    … Expand
  46. threeoftendie
    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
  47. IniciusV
    Feb 4, 2023
    0
    FPS É UMA MERDA, SHOOTER É UMA MERDA, PRIMEIRA PESSOA É UMA MERDA, SÓ TEM FPS/SHOOTER/PRIMEIRA PESSOA NESSA MERDA
  48. arllda
    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.
  49. WarioLandFan
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    This game is great, it's almost as good as the 2001 platformer for the GameBoy Advance, Wario Land 4.
  50. Hmanpc
    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
  51. fredijuts
    Jan 31, 2023
    0
    This game is a complete and utter disaster, failure, stinky **** of a game. If one of my friends says that his favourite game is this i would hire a hitman to kill them because they don’t deserve to live anymore.
  52. Sawten
    Jan 31, 2023
    10
    Best game ever defiedvly was a stepping stone in gaming and micl with it bunny hopping I
  53. aligunes
    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!
  54. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    9
    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: 9
  55. Ash_HeLiX
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    Прекрасная ностальгия, но не более, сейчас же игра очень устарела, играется аля платформер от первого лица с оружием, приправленный физикой резинового мячика)
  56. Targaryen006
    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
  57. LT_Gruber
    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.    … Expand
  58. leolara13
    Jan 19, 2023
    10
    One of the most influential FPS games of all time. As enjoyable as it was 24 years ago.
  59. Black_S
    Jan 12, 2023
    0
    Most overrated game of all time. Same way people overrate nonsensical art, they overrate this "game" only to show their own superiority and ego. No surprise. The Bussiness of valve stands on those people.

    - shallow story . shalow npc, blabbering all time - shalow enemies, dead in one hit - easy to play/win gameplay - "Gabe" man image of what gabe tumor newell wanna be, but never be.    Most overrated game of all time. Same way people overrate nonsensical art, they overrate this "game" only to show their own superiority and ego. No surprise. The Bussiness of valve stands on those people.

    - shallow story
    . shalow npc, blabbering all time
    - shalow enemies, dead in one hit
    - easy to play/win gameplay
    - "Gabe" man image of what gabe tumor newell wanna be, but never be.

    No reason to play this, what keeps it alive is nostalgia.    … Expand
  60. ItsThePortalGuy
    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."
  61. Akitemcoragen
    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.
  62. kre4x
    Dec 31, 2022
    10
    benim için en özel oyunlardan birisidir 15 yıldır oynuyorum bağımlılık yapıyor çok sarıyor mükemmel bir oyun
  63. Mastereed
    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
    _    … Expand
  64. saraysamuel
    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
  65. The_Senate
    Dec 22, 2022
    9
    I would love to give this game a 10 out of 10 seeing as Half Life might be the most important FPS of all-time but I just can't. Most of Xen is a slog to go through and the chapter On a Rails is abysmal. That said everything else is in incredible from the revolutionary graphics, story, and gameplay to the soundtrack. There is a reason why this game is highly praised, and has and willI would love to give this game a 10 out of 10 seeing as Half Life might be the most important FPS of all-time but I just can't. Most of Xen is a slog to go through and the chapter On a Rails is abysmal. That said everything else is in incredible from the revolutionary graphics, story, and gameplay to the soundtrack. There is a reason why this game is highly praised, and has and will continue to leave a mark on the gaming industry.… Expand
  66. Tampasco
    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
  67. bakpak
    Dec 18, 2022
    8
    Killing scientist trying to help you is one of the best things you can do in video game history
  68. GustavoFring
    Dec 9, 2022
    10
    I mean what else can I say besides that it is a masterpiece? Didn't age poorly at all and very fun.
  69. Epicmonster5600
    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.
  70. xalugg
    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
  71. Soullex
    Nov 29, 2022
    9
    Koş, zıpla, sıkdan ibaret, ama o kadar iyi çalışıyor ki, günümüzde bile bu kadar iyi hissettiren, çok az oyun var.
  72. Rocket04
    Nov 19, 2022
    7
    It's a very good Horror FPS. The combat is great though the AI is a little clunky. It's graphics have aged, but i don't think that takes away anything in terms of enjoyment. The Scientists and Guards really make Black Mesa Feel like it's been lived in, though the scientists can be ironically funny.
  73. PrototypeXD8
    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.
  74. DieterfallCZE
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    MASTAPIECE :) :) :) :)
  75. psylife
    Oct 31, 2022
    4
    The game throws the player in a maze-like underground facility that will have to be navigated by means of poorly implemented controls and excruciatingly frustrating platforming.

    Most problematic I think, is the manner in which the developers conceived the notion of 'challenge'. Most of the difficulty the player deals with comes from tedium. In that sense, the game was somewhat immature    The game throws the player in a maze-like underground facility that will have to be navigated by means of poorly implemented controls and excruciatingly frustrating platforming.

    Most problematic I think, is the manner in which the developers conceived the notion of 'challenge'. Most of the difficulty the player deals with comes from tedium. In that sense, the game was somewhat immature and outdated - if not retarded - even by 1998 standards.

    For instance, enemies absorb bullets like you wouldn't believe, and some creatures - like the crab-crawlers - perfectly illustrate the tedium based design philosophy of the game . Hazards are also intentionally placed around tight corners and hardly visible areas, so as to procure as much grief to the player as possible.

    It doesn't help that Half-life is a pretty bad looking game, and I think it is fair to say that the game was and remains artistically illiterate. (Keep in mind that Metal Gear Solid was already 2 months old by the time Half-life hit the shelves)

    Some set-piece moments centered around gameplay and the environmental puzzles were somewhat enjoyable, yet the broken platforming and tedious progression firmly cement Half-life into mediocrity.    … Expand
  76. Karai
    Oct 25, 2022
    0
    The most exciting game of 90-s with epic plot, different weapons and mechanics. Great experience. You never know how game will surpirse you during playing. I wish i could forget my experience and play it again as new game.
  77. coso132
    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
  78. enderlol
    Oct 13, 2022
    10
    SOOO GOOD Makes you think and Fight Whoever thinks this is *Bad* THEN HE NEEDS TO PAY RESPECTS TO ONE OF THE LEGENDS HERES A LIST OF AWSOME THINGS ABOUT HALF LIFE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jdl2g1CF0G4) AMAZING STORY FOR NOW AND 1998 THE ENEMYS AI IS SOO GOOD I STILL PLAY IT TO THIS DAY Its so Wacky and cool(TM)
  79. Gliphy
    Oct 6, 2022
    9
    Скажу честно, что вообще не люблю вторую часть. В отличие от первой, вторая — чисто технодемка. Первая же обладает хоть и банальным, но интригующим сюжетом про ученого, которого хотят отпипдить солдаты. Есть что-то в первой части, чего нет во второйСкажу честно, что вообще не люблю вторую часть. В отличие от первой, вторая — чисто технодемка. Первая же обладает хоть и банальным, но интригующим сюжетом про ученого, которого хотят отпипдить солдаты. Есть что-то в первой части, чего нет во второй
  80. RickPedroStalke
    Aug 29, 2022
    10
    Viva Hlaf Life es el emjor juego de pc y de consolas me gusta mucho es BUENISIMO COMPRARLO YA
  81. zeromapping
    Aug 17, 2022
    9
    The first shooter game with an interesting plot, storytelling and some kind of interaction with the world.
  82. christyguy
    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.
  83. yepitslap
    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.
  84. 1ndastreal
    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!
  85. IrishPan
    Jul 8, 2022
    9
    Один из лучших шутеров да и вообще одна из лучших игр в истории 91/100
  86. Goorman1996
    Jun 23, 2022
    10
    You need a classic? — here's a classic. All what you can find in this game, reflects in most all of the other games have been released after it.
  87. Kssksks
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    Perfect level design with really enough gun variety. best game ever maden before 2000s. There is nothing bad except bugs.
  88. Tomle1202
    Jun 18, 2022
    9
    For the most part, Half-Life is how an exceptionally brilliant videogame is defined.
  89. PasiMetaAho
    Jun 17, 2022
    9
    How tf is a ANCIENT game like this better than 99% of shooters that came ever since??
  90. Matrix_777
    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.    … Expand
  91. talus151
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    Will always, always be one of the best games ever made. A true Masterpiece.
  92. lookidont
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    classic i love it, this game was very revolutionary and is still prevails. (-:
  93. Gazownik
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    It was a really nice FPS back in the days, probably my 1st original game bought from retail.
  94. DexEngineer
    Jun 7, 2022
    10
    Absolute masterpice of story telling of sci-fi genre. Make yourself a favor... take one or two days free, shut the door, switch off the phone and enjoy this game. You will be amazed with graphics and strory progression. Recommended thousand times!
  95. hyrts
    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.
  96. Jackie_Jackson
    May 26, 2022
    9
    Этот божественный мультиплеер этот эталонный мультиплеер неожиданно да ведь правда неожиданно?
  97. TEG_17
    May 6, 2022
    7
    Ну что сказать, это классика, даже на теперешнее время играется бодренько, но конечно не ровня современным шутерам. Единственное что не понравилось, плохая реализация уровней сложности и баги с застреванием в текстурах.Ну что сказать, это классика, даже на теперешнее время играется бодренько, но конечно не ровня современным шутерам. Единственное что не понравилось, плохая реализация уровней сложности и баги с застреванием в текстурах.
  98. Id1KK
    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.
  99. 2I2l1a
    May 2, 2022
    9
    Half-Life combines great storytelling in the tradition of Stephen King with intense action and advanced technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players need to think smart to survive. Half-Life has won more than 50 Game of the Year awards from publications around the world, and was named 'Best PC Game Ever' in PC Gamer's November 1999 issue.
  100. jancsiXcarcsi
    Apr 29, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ba,poate i faina povestea, da ce urat fac aia de sa ma cac pe ei.altfel in rest,tot asa.… Expand
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#1 Best PC Game of 1998
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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. All Game Guide
    100
    It isn't everyday that you come across a game that totally revolutionizes an entire genre, but Half-Life has done just that.
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  2. My Gamer
    94
    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.
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  3. PC Gamer
    97
    This is The Big One, and it's even better than we could've hoped. [Jan 1999, p.166]
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