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Half-Life 2

Also known as: Half-Life II

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One of the greatest first-person shooters of all time

Words: John Brandon, GamesRadar US
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Like the original Half-Life, this sequel has cinematic presentation and a better-than-Hollywood plot written by a legit science fiction author. There are memorable, well-written characters, such as the beautiful scientist Alyx and your friend, Dog. We can't spoil it, but watch for him. Plus, there's a presence in this game; it inspires an ominous unease. Half-Life 2 has an artistic but militaristic feel, and there are some genuinely scary moments, especially if you have any sort of headcrab phobia.

You'll love
  • Ride in swamp buggies
  • Tense storyline
  • Graphically intense
You'll hate
  • Getting scared
  • Being sad when it's over
  • Not much not to love here

 
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benfrombackwhen  - 10 months 17 days ago 
The swamp buggy is actually my least favorite part, but yeah HL2 is probably my favorite game of all time.
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Wiggs3  - 10 months 4 days ago 
I agree, the swamp buggy level almost put me off the game entirely. I thought it dragged of far too long and was quite tedious. After completing the game however, I have to say it is one of the most enjoyable first person shooters I have ever played. I was so wrapped up in the world of Half-Life that when it was all over, I seriously considered counselling to help bring me back into the real work. Brilliant game!
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oryandymackie  - 5 months 9 days ago 
Dog is amazing, the fact that he manages not to kill you, by just a slip of the foot, is astounding. I would not want that falling on me.
Favourite part of the game HAS to be Ravenholm

"We don't go to Ravenholm any more"......(looks down dark corridor with fear in her eyes)
It's double worse for me, because I have a headcrab phobia
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GMAN2  - 3 months 17 days ago 
HL2 is amazing. My least favorite part would have to be Nova Prospect. I spent way too many hours and headaches on that part.
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Half-Life 2

Release date: Oct 10, 2007
Published by: Electronic Arts
Developed by: Valve
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