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The inferred primary antagonists of Half-Life 2 and its Episodic expansions.
When the player character (re)visits a certain area or location that was also present in a previous game, or visited later on in the same game, with some alterations.
Crouch Jumping is an action performed in FPS games in which the player crouches mid-jump in order to hurdle an obstacle or reach higher ground.
Any game that represents a society noticeably worse or less desirable compared to those in the present. This can relate to kinds of political and economic organisation, excessive human suffering, social problems caused by technology, or as a result of an apocalyptic event.
An evil organization is a group of super-villans who are hell bent on world domination or something of a similar nature. Usually defeated by a single Spy/Superhero/Average Joe/small child.
A powerful release of energy. This energy is usually expelled in all directions very quickly, typically giving off orange or red flames.
Foreshadowing is a plot device that allows the creators to leave subtle (or not-so-subtle) hints about future events in the game.
Sometimes, players experience an unfortunate event that results in all their weapons and items being taken away from them.
Seen within the Half-Life franchise, Portal Storms are energetic shockwaves emanating from unstable dimensional tears. Portal Storm occurrence is resurgent after the destruction of City 17 and its Citadel.
A massive Combine synth designed for heavy assault, in Half-Life 2 and Episodes One and Two.
The act of taking one's own life.
Also known as the Universal Union, the Combine is a trans-dimensional empire comprised of enslaved species spanning an unknown number of universes, and Earth is their latest annexation.
A level or sequence of a game where the player may only observe the game world passing by. Usually taking place on a vehicle, such a level may introduce a player to an environment, or indicate transition from one area of a game to a contrasting one.
Vortigaunts are an extra-dimensional sentient alien species seen in every Half-Life game to date.
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