Shooter · 2004
Half-Life 2
Gordon Freeman became the most popular nameless and voiceless protagonist in gaming history. He is painted as the most famous scientist and a hero within the world of Half-Life, and for a good reason. In the first game he saved the planet from alien invasion, this time, when the invasion is already begun, the world…
Key facts
- Released
- 16 November 2004
- Genre
- Shooter · Action
- Length
- ≈ 14 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · Xbox · Mobile
- Studio
- Valve Software, NVIDIA Lightspeed Studios
- Publisher
- Valve
- Critics
- Metacritic 96
- Steam reviews
- 98% positive (245,627 reviews)
- Best price
- $9.99 · Steam
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 96 — critics loved it
- A 2004 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Half-Life 2?
Expect about 14 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Half-Life 2 with friends?
No, Half-Life 2 is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Half-Life 2 on?
Half-Life 2 is available on PC, Xbox and Mobile.
Where to buy Half-Life 2 for the best price?
The best price Game Picker found is $9.99 at Steam. Prices are checked daily.
Is Half-Life 2 a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 96. On Steam, 98% positive (245,627 reviews).
What games are like Half-Life 2?
In the same spirit: Half-Life 2: Episode Two, Half-Life 2: Episode One and Half-Life.
