Shooter · 2007
Half-Life 2: Episode Two
Right after the escape from the collapsed Citadel, Gordon Freeman and his companion Alyx Vance learn that Combine used the destruction to open a portal, in order to bring powerful reinforcement. No major changes have been applied to the gameplay since the previous episode, instead, players will be invited to…
Key facts
- Released
- 10 October 2007
- Genre
- Shooter · Action · Puzzle
- Length
- ≈ 6 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · Xbox · Mobile
- Studio
- Valve Software, NVIDIA Lightspeed Studios
- Publisher
- Valve, Buka Entertainment
- Critics
- Metacritic 90
- Steam reviews
- 97% positive (41,782 reviews)
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 90 — critics loved it
- A 2007 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Half-Life 2: Episode Two?
Expect about 6 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Half-Life 2: Episode Two with friends?
No, Half-Life 2: Episode Two is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Half-Life 2: Episode Two on?
Half-Life 2: Episode Two is available on PC, Xbox and Mobile.
Is Half-Life 2: Episode Two a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 90. On Steam, 97% positive (41,782 reviews).
What games are like Half-Life 2: Episode Two?
In the same spirit: Half-Life 2, Half-Life 2: Episode One and Half-Life.



