Several action set pieces move beyond the more straightforward boss battles they pit you and Alyx against waves of different enemies, or put you in close quarters with some vastly unpleasant creatures. While I certainly wouldn't classify HL2 as 'easy' on normal mode, the difficulty of firefights in Episode One takes things up a notch or two from combat in that game. A quick crawl through the ducts becomes a drawn-out odyssey through heavily trapped rooms you know you're having fun when death provokes a laugh instead of a sigh of frustration. Of particular note are the moments where Valve tweaks the player expectations. New uses for the gravity gun, clever physics puzzles, the near-constant presence of Alyx Vance, and some very challenging gunplay all add to the title's brisk pace. Episode One, in contrast, relies on your knowledge of FPS controls and experience with the original title, packing the relatively short game with eyebrow-popping moments.
For the player, a degree of handholding was required to teach the skill required to play. Creating Half-Life 2's gameplay was a long process of trial and error. Unlike SiN Episodes, which amused but failed to engage, Episode One was so gripping I almost immediately restarted the game with 'commentary mode' enabled just to see if I could glean any more from a second go-round.Īs entertaining as the story is, this title truly shines in its gameplay. This game is the first in a trilogy planned to end next year, and Valve has done a fantastic job in capturing interest with this initial effort. In fact, in almost every way possible Episode One is a success for Valve. These are hallmarks of Valve's storytelling at this point, though, and I don't begrudge them the need to keep us begging for more.
If I had as many 'fade to white' moments in my life as Gordon has, I'd be awfully confused. Like HL2 proper, the end of the episode is a major cliffhanger. The fate of Doctor Mossman, in particular, is a nagging question her exploits are a briefly mentioned plot thread that is never readdressed or resolved. There are a few answers, some disappointing cop-outs, and a lot of new questions raised. Episode One's story centers on the escape from City 17, the aftermath of the events of the original game, and the relationships between the resistance movement members. Within minutes, you're back in the thick of things, hard at work playing liberator to the human race.
Episode One picks up immediately after HL2 leaves off, and quickly reacquaints you with Alyx Vance and her robotic comrade. Elation at the completion of a fantastic shooter, and frustration at the sudden ending to the game's engaging story. The climactic finale to Half-Life 2 ( HL2) left most players with mixed emotions.
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