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Bonus: it also seems that the episodes have been rolled into the base game. Full details of the anniversary update.

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[–] [email protected] 30 points 2 days ago (29 children)

Never played any of these before. Do I start with this one or would I need 1?

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 days ago (2 children)

The first is a bit rough. It got a remake with Black Mesa which used to be free, but I don't think it is any more.

I'd honestly just start with 2. It's a better game all round. You can always go back and play Black Mesa later if you like it.

If you have a VR headset and a decent rig, Half Life Alyx is well worth it. I'd definitely play HL2 plus Episodes 1 and 2 before heading into that one.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 days ago

Sheeiit I absolutely loved the first one, even only having played it for the first time last year. I was blown away at how well it holds up. I do recommend trying it if you have even a morsel of interest. Just my personal 2 cents tho.

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