Half-Life
Survive the Black Mesa incident!
About Half-Life
Half-Life is the revolutionary first-person shooter that redefined storytelling in video games. Released by Valve in 1998, Half-Life proved that shooters could tell compelling narratives while delivering intense action.
Play directly in your browser - no downloads, no installations, completely free. This version captures the essence of surviving the Black Mesa incident with classic run-and-gun gameplay.
Fight headcrabs, zombies, soldiers and vortigaunts as you battle to escape the alien-infested research facility!
How to Play Half-Life
Navigate the Facility
Use WASD or Arrow keys to move through the Black Mesa research facility.
Engage Hostile Forces
Press SPACE to fire at aliens and soldiers. Your weapon auto-aims at threats!
Survive the Incident
Clear waves of enemies to progress. Each wave brings new and deadlier threats!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Half-Life free to play?
Yes! This Half-Life game is completely free to play online. No downloads, no subscriptions, no hidden costs.
Can I play Half-Life on mobile?
Absolutely! Half-Life is optimized for mobile devices with on-screen touch controls.
What are the controls?
Use WASD or Arrow Keys to move, and SPACE to shoot. On mobile, use the directional pad and FIRE button.
What enemies are in Half-Life?
Fight iconic Half-Life enemies: headcrabs, zombies, soldiers, and the alien vortigaunts!
Why was Half-Life revolutionary?
Half-Life pioneered in-game storytelling without cutscenes, influencing countless games that followed.
Is this the original Half-Life?
This is a browser-based tribute to the classic Half-Life gameplay, optimized for modern browsers.
What's the Black Mesa incident?
A catastrophic experiment gone wrong that opened portals to an alien dimension, unleashing hostile creatures!
Can I save my progress?
Each session starts fresh, giving you a new chance to survive the incident!
How do I get a high score?
Survive as many waves as possible and defeat as many enemies as you can!
What makes soldiers different from aliens?
Soldiers are faster and more tactical, while aliens have unpredictable attack patterns!
Tips & Strategies
- •Headcrabs are fast but fragile - eliminate them quickly before they swarm you
- •Zombies are slow but tough - keep your distance and whittle them down
- •Soldiers are aggressive - stay mobile to avoid their coordinated attacks
- •Vortigaunts charge their attacks - hit them before they can fire!
- •Keep moving in circles to group enemies together and maximize damage
Why Play Half-Life?
Iconic Enemies
Fight classic Half-Life creatures
No Downloads
Play instantly in browser
Mobile Friendly
Touch controls included
Survival Action
Escape Black Mesa alive
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