Half-Life 2

Half-Life 2

96Metacritic98% · ReviewsValve· 2004-11-16
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2026-07-09$4.360%G2A
2026-07-22$5.9041%Kinguin
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About Half-Life 2

Half-Life 2, developed by Valve, is a premium first-person shooter that sets players in the shoes of Gordon Freeman as he navigates an alien-infested Earth post-Seven Hour War. Utilizing the iconic crowbar, Freeman embarks on a mission to rectify the chaos caused by the Black Mesa incident. The game is renowned for its innovative physics system and immersive world-building, which has been described as revolutionary by PC Gamer. The package includes the Half-Life 2 Episode One and Two expansions, extending the narrative experience beyond the base game's conclusion.

The Seven Hour War and Alien-Invested Earth

Half-Life 2 follows the aftermath of the Seven Hour War, where Earth has been overtaken by alien forces. Players navigate a world ravaged by the Combine, with dwindling resources and a desperate populace. Gordon Freeman, equipped with his crowbar, must confront the consequences of his actions from the Black Mesa incident, pushing through the alien-invaded environment to reclaim Earth's freedom.

Physics and Combat Mechanics

The game's boundary-pushing physics system is a standout, offering players a dynamic combat experience. Engage in melee and ranged confrontations with a variety of weapons, taking advantage of the physics engine to manipulate objects and environments strategically. The physics engine not only enhances combat but also enriches the overall gameplay loop, making encounters varied and engaging.

Half-Life 2: Deathmatch and Community Creations

Half-Life 2: Deathmatch introduces fast-paced multiplayer action, allowing players to experience the game's physics in competitive settings. Modes include straight deathmatch and Combine vs. Resistance teamplay. Additionally, the Steam Workshop feature empowers the community to create custom campaigns, weapons, and more, ensuring a continuously evolving experience.

Release Date
2004-11-16
Developer
Valve
Publisher
Valve
Genres
Action

Media

Half-Life 2
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Half-Life 2 Reviews

Metacritic

96

OpenCritic

93

Mighty

Steam

98%

98% of 274.3k Steam reviews are positive

Time to beat

Main story 8.8hMain + Extras 13.5h100% 20.4h

$0.81 per hour at the current best price

System Requirements

Processor
1.7 Ghz
Memory
512 MB RAM
Graphics
DirectX 8.1 level Graphics Card (requires support for SSE)
Storage
6500 MB available space

Supported Languages

LanguageInterfaceAudioSubtitles
English✓—✓
French✓—✓
German✓—✓
Italian✓—✓
Korean✓—✓

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