Half-Life 2 Orange Box (360/PS3)

[Bacardi151]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

cause I'm playing online as HEavy. Pretty damn fun online with the different characters.

portal is one of the games that is included in the orange box.


you suck

[Bacardi151]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

I have a dumb question. I could do my own research on this, but that's what you guys are for. What the heck is Team Fortress? How does it work? What is it?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Team_Fortress_2

[Heelfan71]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

portal is one of the games that is included in the orange box.


you suck

I just wanted you and only you to tell me.

[RockyTop1]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

I have a dumb question. I could do my own research on this, but that's what you guys are for. What the heck is Team Fortress? How does it work? What is it?

The final element of The Orange Box is Team Fortress 2, the long-awaited sequel to the game that arguably introduced class-based multiplayer action to the masses. Given that it’s the only multiplayer offering in the collection, this is likely the game that everyone (hopefully) will still be playing months from now. It’s a ton of fun, offering the best class-based action on the Xbox 360 and one of the best multiplayer experiences of the year.

The most striking thing about the game is its unique visual style, which looks a bit like a cel-shaded version of “The Incredibles.” That’s definitely dumbing it down a bit (yes, Valve, we know it’s not actually cel shading), but this game’s visuals are tough to nail down. One of my favorite elements of the game is the way the designers used the environment and gameplay to direct player actions. For instance, rather than seeing an arrow floating in the air or a HUD indicator telling you where to go, you can follow the signs on the walls or billboards. When your opponent captures your “intelligence,” they’ll leave a literal paper trail behind them, making it easy to track them down. It may not sound like much at first, but it’s stunning in its simplicity.

As you might expect from the sequel to one of the most beloved class-based multiplayer games of all time, the classes in Team Fortress 2 are almost perfectly balanced. There’s a good chance that you’ll start out your time with the game playing as one class, but it won’t be long before you’re experimenting and trying new things. Personally, I love playing as the Engineer and Spy, although I’m beginning to enjoy playing as the Medic, too. Hopefully there will be a lot of people playing as a lot of classes, rather than everyone picking the strongest or fastest guy. Thankfully, the developers did a great job of balancing the classes, so we’re not too worried.

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[Heelfan71]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

man this game is so fun online.

[Heelfan71]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

If you are on the fence, this game is a must buy IMO. Online alone is insane with all the characters. Only tried Heavy and the Rocket Launcher guy (forgot his name). Going to try the Demo guy and the sniper my next 2 games. The online game is absolutely nothing like the SP games, so it's like 2 games in one for me.

Not going to get to play till later...

[fishepa]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

I picked this up at Best Buy on my lunch break. I can't wait to get home and play HL2, I've never played it before. Also looking forward to playing Team Fortress as well.

[rasputin6948]

Re: Half-Life 2 Orange Box (360/PS3)

Heelfan can you elaborate? I am really looking forward to getting this and am looking forward to impressions.

[ExtremeGamer]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

If you are on the fence, this game is a must buy IMO. Online alone is insane with all the characters. Only tried Heavy and the Rocket Launcher guy (forgot his name). Going to try the Demo guy and the sniper my next 2 games. The online game is absolutely nothing like the SP games, so it's like 2 games in one for me.

Not going to get to play till later...

Why did I read this thread.

[Bacardi151]

Re: Half-Life 2 Orange Box (360/PS3)

Heelfan can you elaborate? I am really looking forward to getting this and am looking forward to impressions.

Basically, the 5 items included in the orange box.

Team fortress 2 - One of the best multiplayer class based games out there right now

Portal - a very interesting and well executed game that does things that no other game has done ( other than its predecessor)

Half life 2 ( along with episode 1 and episode 2 which are basically hl3 parts 1 and 2) - arguably the greatest FPS of all time.

[Bacardi151]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

Why did I read this thread.

you knew you were gonna get it=P

lol

[Flawless]

Re: Half-Life 2 Orange Box (360/PS3)

About to play some Portal.

[CaptainZombie]

Re: Half-Life 2: Episode Two (360/PS3)

Why did I read this thread.

LOL! I knew eventually you would be getting this one.

[Skyboxer]

Re: Half-Life 2 Orange Box (360/PS3)

I'd get it if I didn't already have HL2 and add-ons for the PC.
I loved HL and HL2.

[Bacardi151]

Re: Half-Life 2 Orange Box (360/PS3)

I'd get it if I didn't already have HL2 and add-ons for the PC.
I loved HL and HL2.

Skyboxer, get the pc version. You will then have gift keys to be able to give away hl2 and episode one to a friend and play thru episode 2, portal, and tf2.