Half-Life 2 - Xbox (Very Good)

Product Overview

• Product Name: Half-Life 2
• New or Used: Used
• In Case or Loose: In Case
• Overall Condition: Very Good
• Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
• Notes:

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What's Included

• Xbox Game Disc: Yes
• Disc Count: 1
• Manual / Instructions: Yes
• Case Artwork: Yes
• Case Type: OEM/Original*
• Extras:

Game Description

Half-Life 2 is a groundbreaking first-person shooter that redefined storytelling, physics, and immersion in video games. Ported to the Original Xbox in 2005, this ambitious console release brings Gordon Freeman’s epic return to life with stunning visual fidelity and tight control adaptations. Picking up years after the Black Mesa incident, the game throws players into the dystopian ruins of City 17, where an alien force known as the Combine has enslaved humanity under a brutal regime. As Freeman, silent but unstoppable, you must reignite a human resistance movement and confront the consequences of your past actions.

The Xbox version retains the full campaign experience with intelligent enemy AI, cinematic pacing, and a finely tuned physics engine that powers both combat and environmental puzzles. From navigating flooded tunnels and derelict coastal outposts to surviving the terrifying streets of Ravenholm, every chapter builds tension and scale. Featuring iconic weapons like the gravity gun and a richly detailed world filled with scripted sequences, Half-Life 2 delivers a seamless blend of gameplay and narrative that feels alive—even on aging hardware. Valve’s mastery of immersion makes this more than just a shooter—it's a world you inhabit.

Gameplay Features

• Play as Gordon Freeman, returning to battle against the alien Combine regime
• Gravity Gun revolutionizes combat and puzzle-solving by manipulating physical objects
• Explore diverse environments, from city streets and canals to mines, beaches, and alien landscapes
• Advanced enemy AI encourages tactical combat and dynamic encounters
• Rich environmental storytelling and minimal HUD elements keep immersion high
• Fully scripted sequences create a cinematic experience without breaking first-person control
• Adapted for Xbox with optimized controls and visuals while retaining PC-quality depth

Historical Trivia or Fun Fact

Half-Life 2 was originally released on PC in 2004 after years of anticipation and became an instant classic, winning over 35 Game of the Year awards. Porting such a demanding title to the Original Xbox was considered a technical marvel—Valve and their partners managed to compress the entire Source engine campaign into a single-disc console release without compromising core gameplay elements. The Xbox version was praised for maintaining the game's atmospheric intensity and storytelling integrity, even with the hardware limitations of the time.

Notably, the game marked the first major appearance of the now-iconic physics-based Gravity Gun, which went on to inspire countless mechanics in later shooters and sandbox titles. Valve’s meticulous attention to detail, combined with their silent protagonist design philosophy, turned Gordon Freeman into a legend without him ever speaking a word. For collectors, this version of Half-Life 2 stands as a significant piece of console gaming history—a rare fusion of PC ambition and console execution done right.

Additional Details

• Variant: Black Label
• Genre: Shooter
• Year Released: 2005
• Publisher: Valve
• Developer: Valve
• ESRB Rating: M - Mature
• UPC: 014633151596
• SKU: 6287
• Format: Original Xbox video game disc
• Platform: Original Xbox console (OG Xbox system)
• Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)

Original Xbox Game Disc Compatibility** (NTSC Region)

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Important Information

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