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  • Summary: Black Mesa is a re-envisioning of Valve Software's seminal game Half-Life. You will re-visit the inaugural role of Gordon Freeman and his memorable journey through the Black Mesa Research Facility. Expect detailed environments to explore, a huge cast of characters and experimental weaponry.Black Mesa is a re-envisioning of Valve Software's seminal game Half-Life. You will re-visit the inaugural role of Gordon Freeman and his memorable journey through the Black Mesa Research Facility. Expect detailed environments to explore, a huge cast of characters and experimental weaponry. All-new music, voice acting, choreography and added dialogue give way to a more expansive and immersive experience than ever before. [Valve] Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 26
  2. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Games Master UK
    Oct 24, 2012
    93
    A superlative remake of one of the most important games ever made. [Dec 2012, p.89]
  2. Nov 6, 2012
    90
    We should applaud an excellent work made for free by fans of the original game.
  3. Mar 18, 2020
    90
    Black Mesa will probably go down in history as one of the most ambitious, successful, eye-catching and exciting fan-made projects. Its value as a remake is very high: it elevates in every respect the original Half-Life by Valve and even adds a lot of content. It is definitely the best way to enjoy this story.
  4. Sep 20, 2012
    85
    The result, though still a bit 'sour for some graphic glitch and not bug-free, fully convinces and the new features do nothing but add prestige and longevity to a project worthy of praise from all points of view.
  5. Mar 18, 2020
    80
    From our point of view, we do not believe that Black Mesa can be an integral substitute of the original Half-Life (still very enjoyable), as much as an adventure that accompanies it with respect and dignity. And walking tall with a legend can be considered a success in itself.
  6. Mar 11, 2020
    80
    This is no excellent shooter – by a long run. But regardless this is a decently modernised classic and a well executed journey through time.
  7. Mar 12, 2020
    65
    Quotation forthcoming.

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Score distribution:
  1. Negative: 11 out of 235
  1. Sep 21, 2012
    10
    Black Mesa has the polish synonymous with a Valve property, and has surpassed all expectations in light of the sheer difficulty of theBlack Mesa has the polish synonymous with a Valve property, and has surpassed all expectations in light of the sheer difficulty of the project. The amount of dedication, passion, and love the developers put into this game is immediately apparent as you explore the depths of Black Mesa, and uncover the secrets of this research facility.

    Black Mesa transcends the level of 'modification' - they didn't modify anything. They created this game (save for a few sound bites, etc) from the ground up - in an impressive feat not many could accomplish. Having played Half-Life 1, this game left me without a single gripe or complaint regarding it's faithfulness to the original. The additions (of which there are a few) utilize the source engine's physics and graphics in ways that remind you of Half-Life 2. These are not modders, they're developers - and have made a shining masterpiece which raises the bar on third-party game development in the source engine. It's faithful to the original, and yet creates this bizarre sense of deja vu with Half-Life 2 - making them feel like one contiguous game, no longer separated by 6 years or different engines. They have truly done the impossible. This is a must-play.
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  2. Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Genial was für eine Arbeit hier geschaffen wurde. Es ist einfach ein Klassiker. Noch besser als sein sehr guter Vorgänger
  3. Mar 16, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing. In fact it is SO good that you can almost hear Gordon Freeman's voice
  4. Nov 23, 2018
    9
    Спустя много лет ты заходишь и понимаешь, что: «Да, черт возьми». Ну и конечно это чувство, куда без него. Мое знакомство с игровой индустриейСпустя много лет ты заходишь и понимаешь, что: «Да, черт возьми». Ну и конечно это чувство, куда без него. Мое знакомство с игровой индустрией в плане компьютерных игр началось как раз с Half-Life. Я помню как все мои друзья говорили только про Сталкер, и бесконечно о нем. Я же наслаждался игрой в это прекрасное произведение и мне было крайне весело следить за похождениями Гордона Фримена.

    Об игре говорить в общем то и нечего, кроме того что ее перенесли на движок от Half-Life 2. Это если масштабно, то да, вся концепция, геймплей, графика и т.д. перекочевали на другой (более плавный как его называют, в игре можно в сразу понять о чем идет речь) движок. Плюс к этому изменили концовку. Опять же, если вкратце то после телепортации не чего ни происходит. То есть по сути не изменили, а убрали вовсе. Не знаю с чем это связано, не интересовался. Но может быть это как некая дань уважения разработчикам оригинальной Half-Life, чтобы у Black Mesa все было ни как там, но при этом не добавлять своего сюжета, ибо это коверканье шедевра. Это мои догадки.

    Игру конечно же обязательно к прохождению, в особенности тем кто прошел оригинал. Так сказать заново прочувствовать атмосферу.
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  5. Jan 20, 2013
    9
    Firstly it's free! Anyone caught whining needs to be shot in the face. It is a update to a classic from passionate and dedicated fans, whoFirstly it's free! Anyone caught whining needs to be shot in the face. It is a update to a classic from passionate and dedicated fans, who happily gave up their time to give a facelift to one of histories best FPS games. It feels as good as it did all those years ago, the improved graphics help it feel modern. If you haven't already played the original (or wanna get back into the boots of Gordon) do yourself a favour and download it now. It's not trying to be a totally original game so expect it to be, don't be an idiot complaining that it's the same story etc. Expand
  6. Mar 21, 2023
    8
    hs sorunu var oyunda baya bi hs atıyom ama ölmüyorlar sonra da mermi sve can sıkıntısı çekiyorum onun dışında güzell
  7. Dec 18, 2021
    0
    Fantastic. Tried playing the first few hours of Half Life and it definitely showed its age, fun, but definitely not a modern experience. BlackFantastic. Tried playing the first few hours of Half Life and it definitely showed its age, fun, but definitely not a modern experience. Black Mesa brought a modern touch to that Half Life experience while still keeping the genuine experience of the original game. The only game, whereupon reading reviews, was I encouraged by fans of the original release to play Black Mesa instead, because it is so faithful and well done. I was honestly blown away, and would encourage others to enter the world of Half Life from this vector. It makes a game from 1998 play like a game from 2008, and that is selling it far short of the actual experience. Expand

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