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Half-Life 2
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Half-Life 2
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Gamerz-Edge
Ah, at last. All the delays, all the hype, the stolen code fiasco, release date mix ups—it’s here. Many fans like me have been waiting in earnest to load up the sequel to one of the best shooter series’ of all time. The story and characters for
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Game Helper
To say that Half-Life, originally released in late 1998, single-handedly re-shaped the PC gaming front would be a bit naïve, though not entirely untrue. For me, this statement is 100% true, due to the unequivocal fact that I had absolutely no interest
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Gaming Horizon
Half-Life 2, simply put, is a complete masterpiece; once again, the definition of what gaming is all about. Shame on you if you haven’t already played it. Loser.
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Worth Playing
Half-Life 2 doesn't have any radically new technology under its hood, but every bit of it is as polished as the floor of a palace...A lock for Game of the Year but also as the yardstick against which future first-person shooters will be compared for
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PGNx Media
The game, simply put, looks absolutely spectacular...The best thing about the graphics is how great the game will look and perform on today's entry-level rigs.
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Computer and Video Games
I must admit, the doubts had started to creep in. Why all the delays? Is the game not good enough? Is Valve in development hell? But thankfully, no - the delays were simply due to the fact that everything had to be as near to perfect as the gods would all
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IGN
Could Valve's labor of love possibly live up to the hype?
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Game Over Online
It's a beautiful game with fantastic design and writing that's a little short but delivers boatloads of action in what time you do end up playing.
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AtomicGamer
The first thing I noticed about Half-Life 2 is that it pays so much homage to its predecessor that you almost get a full-on flashback of the events in the first game right off the bat. You'll start off again on a train, but this time you're entering
...read the complete Half-Life 2 review at AtomicGamer
DarkZero
Here we have a game where hitting barrels is fun. Perhaps not the same kind of fun as you’d have speeding through beautifully rendered canals and waterways whilst being shot at from all sides by Combine soldiers, with explosive barrels blowing up all
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Gamer's Hell
as that. If this doesn’t win GOTY I will riot outside of, wherever they riot at. This game is simply the best gaming I’ve ever had in a very long time. Even if you are a casual gamer you should play this title. It will be the topic of discuss
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Games Radar UK
XGP Gaming
The graphics are marvelous, the sounds enthrall you, the character models are remarkably realistic looking, the environment is engrossing and the controls are optimized to control Gordon Freeman and all of his actions.
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Game XC
Half-Life 2 was popularized first by its E3 2003 debut, as it demonstrated valve’s spectacular “Source” engine to the public. Contrary to the public’s knowledge, Valve was very likely constructing the source engine, and establishing a foundation
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3D Avenue
The player must once again take on the role of Gordon Freeman in an attempt to save mankind from the Xen alien force, and the 'Combine', a force controlled by your typical 'big brother' outfit, although the game doesn't do a great job of initially
...read the complete Half-Life 2 review at 3D Avenue
Gamers Europe
The closest thing to perfection you'll play this year. You'd be a fool to miss out.
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GameZone
Gordon Freeman has finally returned! It’s been a long time coming for gamers but the game is definitely worth the wait. Gamers that have been following the history of Half-Life understand that there are two stories surrounding the release
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Loaded Inc
So while there are problems this game is still a cracker. It's one of those games that reminds PC gamers why they prefer PC gaming over console.
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GamingTrend
I have had a dream of how good this game could be for a long time, and it was immediately kicked out the door for not being grand enough.
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Voodoo Extreme
Half-Life 2 begins with our hero Gordon Freeman on a train to an Orwellian-like destination named City-17, where much of the game takes place. How Gordon got from the confines of Black Mesa, New Mexico to Eastern Europe isn't known. Nor is why former
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Gameguru Mania
Much like the first Half-Life, Valve has created a cinematic experience like no other. The story here is larger and more complex than the first. In Half-Life 2, you once again assume the role of Gordon Freeman, the theoretical physicist and
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Electric Playground
With tasty graphics and gameplay that is sheer madness, Half-life 2 is sweeter than a chocolate-and-honey lollipop coated with sugar, and it provides twice the rush.
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Next Level Gaming
This game is well made and has a level of polish that tends to be only found in Blizzard games.
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Game Power Australia
Ferrago
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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Computer Games Online RO
the distance. Also, the shadows, the Combine force fields, the particles effects and the weapons are very well done. But the first truly impressive elements of HL2’s graphics are the liquid textures, whether it’s the Combine barricades or the cylinder
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Computer Games RO
At the end of our Doom 3 review, I stated that this year saw the birth of the Far Cry generation, with CryTek’s title managing to raise the bar regarding FPS standards. Of course, this statement was made without taking into account Half-Life 2 (HL2),
...read the complete Half-Life 2 review at Computer Games RO
Cyber Gaming Net
Gordon Freeman, a speechless research scientist, picks up his crowbar where he left off from his last adventure. He now must “rescue the world from the wrong he unleashed at Black Mesa,” continuing under the work of the mysterious G-Man. Much of the
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Gamers' Temple
TotalGames.net
My Gamer
Some may find it tedious and even frustrating at times, but there are enough jaw-dropping moments throughout the campaign that still make Half Life 2 one of the greatest first person shooters ever.
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GamingExcellence
It goes without saying that this has been one of the most anticipated titles in recent memory. Valve has been very secretive about the title throughout its development, and slowly key points began to emerge from the darkness. The story begins after the
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WHAM! Gaming
the thought of it makes my inner tail wag. But no matter. Like recent five-star crown jewels Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas and Halo 2, Half-Life 2 represents the pinnacle of what the video gaming medium can offer. We've come a long way since digital porn
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Fragland
This year, two shooters were highly expected, Half-Life 2 and Doom 3. We reviewed Doom 3 a while ago and said that although things were good on the technical side, there wasn’t any “feeling” present. It was a plain shooter without much background
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ActionTrip
Half-Life 2 is not perfect. The bizarre decision to include teammates in the way that Valve has, as well as the many and annoying loading times can actually diminish some of the fun factor. That said, this is still a game you don't want to miss.
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Gaming Nexus
A crowning achievement for Valve and one game that I thoroughly enjoyed. A few problems do exist such as the crashing and minor engine quirks. All in all, a wonderful PC game and one that fans of the original will love.
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GameSpot
It's time for you to once again take up your submachine gun and take out all the foes threatening humanity.
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Game Rankings
The advertisements call Half-Life 2 "the most highly anticipated PC release, ever." While this may be true (apologies to Doom 3), the haughty cries of this being "the best game ever made" are very much overstated. Is this a good game? Yes. Is it a
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GameShark
While it may do what other games have already done, the important point is that it does
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Entertainment Depot
The general design of the game suggests a greater level of thought than one would normally expect from a shooter. Take for example the way that Valve builds up some of the encounters. Earlier on, I entered into an intense shootout with the Combine -
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Strategy Informer
This game is layed out in a similar fashion to the old linear shooters of old, once you get past the introduction, the fighting is fast and furious, and there are few if any tedious exploring or waiting around. Enemies will keep coming and coming, right
...read the complete Half-Life 2 review at Strategy Informer
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