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The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC)

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENRE/STYLE

Compilation/Multi-Genre Compilation

RELEASE DATE

09/OCT/07

ESRB RATING

MATURE, Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Language

DEVELOPER

Valve Software

PUBLISHER

Electronic Arts, Valve Software

ALSO AVAILABLE ON

Xbox 360, PlayStation 3

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DESCRIPTION

The Orange Box is a five-game collection of best-selling Valve hits and anticipated new releases. The most recognizable games in the package are 2004's critically acclaimed Half-Life 2 and its first two expansion packs, Episode One and Episode Two. They are joined by the standalone puzzle game, Portal, and the team-based online shooter, Team Fortress 2. Half-Life 2 continues the saga of scientist Gordon Freeman, who finds himself in a world overrun by an alien army known as the Combine. One of the key features in Half-Life 2 and its expansions is the use of physics to interact with the environment, whether it's pushing cinder blocks to create a staircase or using a gravity gun to hoist and then slam objects into enemies. Freeman will interact with several friendly characters as well as drive an assortment of vehicles in his quest to defeat the ruthless Combine.

Portal is a 3D puzzle game played from a first-person perspective. The object is to advance through a series of rooms by using a gun to create a means of escape. Instead of lasers or bullets, the gun fires one of two opposing portal types: orange and red. One could be used as an entrance, while the other used as an exit. Portals can be fired on most surfaces, and the gun can also be used to pick up and toss objects. Storage and weighted "companion" cubes found within rooms are creatively used to activate switches, knock out security droids, and more. Turret guns, toxic liquid, crushing walls, and other hazards must also be avoided throughout play. A sarcastic, female-voiced computer will monitor your performance and serves as a droll guide for each area. In addition to the main game, players can unlock both a challenge and an advanced mode for more deviously designed puzzles and goals.

Team Fortress 2 pits two rival construction crews against each other on six themed maps. Nine classes are available when forming a team: Pyro, Heavy, Spy, Scout, Sniper, Medic, Engineer, "Demoman," and Soldier. Each class offers unique abilities and equipment to complete objectives, from a medic's healing powers to a spy's disguises for eluding detection. Three play modes include Capture-the-Flag, Control Point, and Territorial Control. Capture-the Flag involves retrieving a briefcase from the enemy's base before the opposition does the same. Control Point has teams maintaining control over four areas on a map, two of which are in contention, before one side can capture the rival team's base. Territorial Control features five contested areas, allowing for a more open play style. Team Fortress 2 is further distinguished by its distinctive, cartoon-like visual style as well as its detailed stat tracking. ~ Scott Alan Marriott, All Game Guide

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC)

GENRE/STYLE:

Compilation/Multi-Genre Compilation
RELEASE DATE:

09/OCT/07
TOP TRAITS:

Half-Life Universe, Gordon Freeman, Great gameplay
DESCRIPTION:

The Orange Box is a five-game collection of best-selling Valve hits and anticipated new releases. The most recognizab... more

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POPULARITY: PC PLATFORM

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Vote Freeman! by: altctrldel

“Vote VOTE VOTE. Freeman is the man vote now! http://bit.ly/vote_freeman”

created 08/OCT/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: Gaberdude

“As this is five games packed into one holy bundle, it's obviously a great deal. With Half-Life 2, and followed by Half-Life Episode 1 and Episode 2, this a great continuation of the Half-Life series if you have played the first Half-Life that...”

created 14/SEP/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: mr-anthrope

“Quite simply the best videogame deal imaginable”

created 09/SEP/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: VertigoElation

“This is the greatest gaming bundle of all time. The only thing it's missing is counter strike. You have a puzzle game, a class based FPS mmo and the entire Half Life 2 series.”

created 29/JUL/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: Pathologick

“I didn't enjoy Portal as much as Half-Life 2 and Team Fortress 2, but all in all a great bargain.”

created 27/JUL/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: SirJamesTheGood

“All the games included are awesome. And I got it off Steam for only $30, so it's also a real good deal.”

created 18/JUL/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: searanox

“Five of the finest games of this generation. There is no reason for any gamer to not own this package. Probably the best value of any compilation. All of these games are fantastic. If you already own some, you can gift them to friends via Steam.”

created 17/JUL/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: redman223

“There is no better deal in gaming, i got this for $10. If you have never played Half Life 2, then buy this now. Team Fortress 2 and Portal only sweeten the deal, this is really a must have for any PC gamer.”

created 15/JUL/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: bigboss12085

“Saaa-weeet!”

created 08/JUL/2009

The Orange Box [Half-Life 2] (PC) by: Nukeportugal

“This is the best pack of games i ever had, even after 2 years i am still mad on playing them!!! ”

created 02/JUL/2009

TOB by: favogiuseppo

“Finally bought The Orange Box! Thanks Steam!!!! Portal is original, HL2 is awesome, TF2 is funny to death...”

created 26/JUN/2009

Half Fortress 2! - Scout vs. Combine Checkpoint

“Scout didn't drink the water, but he still didn't remember there being a checkpoint here. They probably won't like him wielding that baseball bat, either ...”

Added by: Robotkio
Date: 26/JUN/2009
Views: 30
Votes: 0

created 26/JUN/2009

Half Fortress 2! - Pyro vs. Manhacks

“I just wanted to put manhacks in a tunnel somewhere and I figured a Pyro would probably be down there. Meh, I was half asleep when I made this one.”

Added by: Robotkio
Date: 26/JUN/2009
Views: 58
Votes: 0

created 26/JUN/2009

Half Fortress 2! - Engineer vs. Combine Technology

“Honestly I don't think I need to describe this picture. The Engineer is obviously saying something along the lines of, "But it looks like it'll just fall over..."”

Added by: Robotkio
Date: 26/JUN/2009
Views: 45
Votes: 1

created 26/JUN/2009

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“That is just great!”

Half Fortress 2! - Spy vs. Scanners

“Heck, this would make it so much easier to keep track of spies. Sure they could go invisible and run away, but I'm just assuming the little camera bots are everywhere ... *everywhere*!”

Added by: Robotkio
Date: 26/JUN/2009
Views: 40
Votes: 0