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This is the game Half-Life for the Playstation 2. This game may not come with the original case and instructions. We stand by our products and offer a 60 day guarantee. If a game does not work within 60 days from the time you receive it we will gladly exchange it for you.Originally released in 1998, the PC version of Half-Life changed first-person shooters forever by proving that a compelling story can be told within the genre. Prior to the game’s release, first-person shooters were mindless action games. Half-Life, while containing its fair share of action, also contained plenty of exploration, puzzle, and story elements. Now released as a PlayStation2 game, Half-Life has never looked or played better. This version contains the outstanding single-player story mode, as well as a few new ones. While the new additions aren’t so great, the story mode is one of the best escapades available on the PS2.
The game follows the adventures of Gordon Freeman, a young research associate at the Black Mesa Federal Research Facility. A typical day at the office goes completely awry as numerous alien life forms invade the facility. The fate of the facility, and quite possibly the world, is in the hands of an unlikely hero.
The graphics here trump the original’s (understandable, as more than three years have passed). The character models have four times as many polygons, as well as smoother textures and animations. The sound is also very good, with some of the funniest voice acting yet heard in a game. Of course, the single-player gameplay is excellent, thanks to some very well-developed enemy artificial intelligence.
Unfortunately, the new modes aren’t nearly as brilliant. Decay, the new cooperative mode, seems like an afterthought and pales in comparison to the cooperative modes in Perfect Dark and Halo. Deathmatches only support two players, which is incredibly lame considering many PS2 first-person shooters support four. Despite these flawed modes, the single-player story is so superb that it totally warrants a purchase. –Raymond M. Padilla
Pros:
- Greatly improved graphics from the original
- Excellent storytelling, especially for the genre
- Strong enemy artificial intelligence
Cons:
- Cooperative mode is dull
- Deathmatch only supports 2 players
- Sierra Entertainment
- Sci-Fi First Person
- ESRB: Mature
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good game,
Let me tell you a little secret:I never finished half life on the PC.I know it’s sacrilegious,but hey,it was the fall of 1998,and my consoles were calling to me with stuff like Xelda and Metal Gear Solid.Now,revisiting HL on the PS2,i’m reminded of just how amazing this game is.Although it’s looking a little outdated in the graphics department {even with the upgraded PS2 visuals}, HL can still hold its own against prettier newcomers like Red Faction.The saving grace here isn’t how good the story is {it’s rather cliche actually},but rather how well it unfolds in the context of the game.You’re never at a loss for where to go next.Sure, the lecels are ultimately linear in design,But none of the areas feel contrived or unnatural.It’s also one of those games loaded with a ton of cool moments.Trust me,no amount of hyperbole on my part can prepare you for the shiver inducing stuff you’ll see in some of the later levels.Believe it,HL’s single player experience is unrivaled.In multiplayer,however ,HL is a disappointment.Decay,the two player co op mode is too short,and with its head to head and weapon modelsin two player head to head and weapon models in two player splitscreen only further hampers the deathmatch experience.Despite these heart breaking shortcomings,i can honestly say i had more fun playing HL on the PS2 this month than i ever did on my PC three years ago.And yes,i finished it this time.
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A good game-will ALWAYS BE a good game.,
Half-Life is unquestionably the best game on ANY platform ever made and no one can possibly deny it. It has gotten over 50 awards from a bunch of different publishers and companies, and PCgamer rated it “The best PC game EVER!” And I totally agree. When I first got this game for the PC I was inspired. Yes, the game is so inspiring in every way when it comes to graphics and fun factor and everything else that this game makes me wish I could create something this spectacular. I have a new urge to take on a career to make stuff like this, all because of this little CD by VALVE and GEARBOX.
People new to the game need to get a better understanding of Half-life’s wonderful factors, so I will tell some. This is one of the first shooters that was written by an author, which means it actually HAS an interesting story. In Half-Life, you do not just play the game, you FEEL it. Every event and “level” has some importance to the deep tale being told. The artificial intelligance is so spectacular that they will speak, help, and interact to you, and they always do at least something new, each time you play the game. I don’t want to go too in-depth ABOUT the game because I’m sure some other people have already explained it, but I will tell you why it is very important to buy the Playstation 2 version over the PC version, even though it’s a bit more expensive.
Using the powerful Playstation 2 hardware, the characters are actually smarter than on the PC. I’m not lying, either. I have both versions and the difference between interaction is a million times better, plus your foes make better decisions to take you down. One time, I was playing the PC version, and ten military soldiers were gunning me down. I dove through a door and pushed a box in front of it. The soldiers just stood there and threw grenades at the door, doing virtually NO damage to me. Then, I tried the same thing on the Playstation 2, in the same spot. The military were SO smart that they actually ran up, kicked the door down, and ROLLED in with their guns blazing, immediately taking me down. At the same time, they were yelling, “DIE, GORDON! and one of the soldiers waiting outside of the dorr, was actually signaling the rest of his squad to come and help kill me. See the difference in artificial intelligance? You will when you play. I hope that was enough about AI to give you an idea.
In addition to that, the graphics have gotten a major facelift from the original. Characters have completely articulating fingers, event-dependant facial expressions (if a scientist is running from an alien, he will actually look SCARED rather than having the lifeless robotic look like on the PC)and more detailed bodies, such as individually rendered walkie-talkies on soldiers and labcoats that breeze in the wind on scientists. Even med-kits and power stations have full, animatronic features.
Even the cars in the Black Mesa Research Facility have breakable windows, seats, and doors! In one simple phrase; EVERYTHING looks and moves better.
There is even an aditional mode where you can pair up with one of your best friends in a multiplayer co-op game, called decay. Decay places you as two women hazard course trainers who partake in the horrible incident. You will have to work together as real people to stay alive. You can also try it on single player with a highly intelligant “bot” running the second player instead of a friend. This addition features new characters and many new levels, all included in this spectacular package. Speaking of multiplayer goodness, there is also a deathmatch mode, where you can battle another friend in custom-made deathmatch levels. Yes, this game is packed with 2 player goodness. Even the MAIN MENU of the disk is better, with some cool techno music playing in the background to set the mood while you fully configure your controls (by the way, you can hook up USB keyboards and mouses to your computer if you are the ultimate PC Half-Life god; that way you don’t have learn new buttons on the PS2 pad)and adjust sound and video. If you have a widescreen TV, don’t fret; 16:9 Letterbox video is also available for use.
If you’re a cheater, there are some very nice goodies for you. When you buy the game, enter these after going into options, and opening “cheat codes” section.
1.slow motion button enabled
Click “enter cheat” and press;
right, square, up, triangle, right, square, up, triangle.
2. Infinate Ammo
Click “enter cheat” and press;
up, triangle, down, X, up, triangle, down, X.
3.God Mode
Click “enter cheat” and press;
Left, square, up, triangle, right, circle, down, X.
4.Invisible
Click “enter cheat” and press;
Left, Square, right, circle, left, square, right, circle.
5.Play as an alien
Click “enter cheat” and press;
Up, triangle, up, triangle, up triangle, up, triangle.
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A must buy Playstation 2 game,
My brother works for Valve software (the people who made Half-Life) and I got to test this item myself. This is the best game for the Playstation 2 so far I would say. The controls are remarcable compared to the PC version. But, if you liked the original controls with the keyboard and the mouse, you’ll love this. Half-Life supportes the USB ports. So hook up your mouse and keyboard and get playing!
The graphics are also stunning on this game. They are enhanced very much from the PC version. And, if your concerned about the framerate, no fear, it runs as smooth as silk.
There’s also a multi-player mode and a co-op mode on Half-life, so you can compete against your friends in a deathmatch, or try and get place back to normal by fighting side-by-side.
I gave this a 5/5 because… IT’S THE BEST FREAKIN’ GAME FOR THE PS2 YET!!! If you liked the original, you’ll love this one.With totally revised graphics, and new multi-player mode, this is a must buy for the playstation 2.
(there’s also a rumor around valve about online play)
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