description Half-Life 2: Episode One Overview
Half-Life 2: Episode One is a 2006 first-person shooter that expands upon the narrative of Half-Life 2. The game focuses on Gordon Freeman and Alyx Vance’s efforts to flee City 17, incorporating elements of shooting, puzzle solving, and storytelling. It was developed and released by Valve for Windows platforms.
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info Half-Life 2: Episode One Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2006 |
help Half-Life 2: Episode One FAQ
Where does "Half-Life 2: Episode One" start?
It starts immediately after the ending of "Half-Life 2," with Gordon Freeman and Alyx Vance near the damaged Citadel. The main goal is to escape City 17 before the reactor collapse destroys it.
Who developed and released "Half-Life 2: Episode One"?
Valve developed and released it in 2006 for PC through Steam and retail channels. It was the first of Valve's planned episodic follow-ups to "Half-Life 2."
Why is Alyx so important in "Episode One"?
Alyx Vance is with Gordon for most of the game and actively fights, comments, solves, and reacts to events. Valve used her companion role to push Source-engine storytelling beyond the mostly solitary structure of "Half-Life 2."
Do you need "Half-Life 2" to understand "Episode One"?
Yes, it is a direct continuation of "Half-Life 2" rather than a standalone shooter. The Citadel, City 17, the Combine, and the G-Man all depend on the previous game's ending.
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