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Black Mesa

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Release Date: March 5, 2020

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A fan modification of the classic first-person shooter Half-Life from 1998; the mod's development took roughly 8 years to complete. In of plot, the production is a faithful recreation of the original game and tells the story of Gordon Freeman, a physicist, and his struggle for survival in the titular Black Mesa Research Facility invaded by mysterious beings from another dimension.

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Black Mesa is an original, indie modification by Carlos Montero and more than 40 people of Black Mesa Modification Team, which is a refreshed version of Valve Software's Half-Life game.

Plot

Black Mesa recreates the events shown in Half-Life. We're playing the role of Gordon Freeman, PhD in theoretical physics, an employee of the Black Mesa secret research complex. After a tragic experiment, he has to face hordes of aliens who have come to the center from the Xen world, as well as the U.S. military trying to eliminate the threat and cover up all evidence of illegal activities, eliminating surviving witnesses of the disaster.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Early Access:May 5, 2015

Developer: Crowbar Collective

Publisher: Crowbar Collective

Age restrictions: 16+

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Half-Life Game Series

A hugely popular series of first-person shooters (FPS) in science fiction climates. The series was created by Valve Software studio with from Gearbox Software and Taito Corporation, among others.

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This mod for Black Mesa lets you take on the role of the villains and come face to face with Gordon Freeman himself

This mod for Black Mesa lets you take on the role of the villains and come face to face with Gordon Freeman himself

Black Mesa: Military has finally seen the light of day. The fan-made mod, which has been in development since 2018, allows players to stand on the other side of the barricade and take on the role of one of Half-Life series protagonist Gordon Freeman's opponents.

Files and Mods

Adrian Werner

February 11, 2025

This mod for Black Mesa lets you take on the role of the villains and come face to face with Gordon Freeman himself
Half-Life Remake Devs Announce New Game. Mysterious Teaser Suggests Similarities to HL

Half-Life Remake Devs Announce New Game. Mysterious Teaser Suggests Similarities to HL

Independent team Crowbar Collective is known for now only for Black Mesa, a remake of the original Half-Life. However, it will add another project to its portfolio in the near future.

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Kamil Kleszyk

February 27, 2024

Half-Life Remake Devs Announce New Game. Mysterious Teaser Suggests Similarities to HL
Fans Make Impressive Remakes of Half-Life DLC [Update: New Levels]

Fans Make Impressive Remakes of Half-Life DLC [Update: New Levels]

Half-Life DLCs have never lived to see official remakes, but fans are trying to fill the gap. One such project, based on Opposing Force, has just received a new version.

Files and Mods

Adrian Werner

August 20, 2023

Fans Make Impressive Remakes of Half-Life DLC [Update: New Levels]
Black Mesa: Blue Shift - Fan Remake of Half-Life DLC Gains New Missions

Black Mesa: Blue Shift - Fan Remake of Half-Life DLC Gains New Missions

A new version of the Black Mesa: Blue Shift mod, a remake of the second Half-Life DLC, has been released. The update introduces the fourth chapter of the campaign.

Files and Mods

Adrian Werner

December 16, 2022

Black Mesa: Blue Shift - Fan Remake of Half-Life DLC Gains New Missions
Black Mesa: Blue Shift - Half-Life: Blue Shift Remake in the Works

Black Mesa: Blue Shift - Half-Life: Blue Shift Remake in the Works

A team of experienced modders is creating a remake of the second story expansion for the original Half-Life. The project is being created as a mod for Black Mesa, released last March, and will build on its foundations.

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February 19, 2021

Black Mesa: Blue Shift - Half-Life: Blue Shift Remake in the Works
Black Mesa Reaches End of Development With Definitive Edition

Black Mesa Reaches End of Development With Definitive Edition

The Definitive Edition patch for Black Mesa has been released. It brings many improvements and is the last big update for Half-Life's remake project.

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Adrian Werner

November 25, 2020

Black Mesa Reaches End of Development With Definitive Edition

Black Mesa – Half-Life's Remake Launches Today

Today, the full version of Black Mesa, a remake of the classic FPS Half-Life, will officially launch on Steam. This will mark the end of almost five years of early access.

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Adrian Werner

March 5, 2020

Black Mesa – Half-Life's Remake Launches Today

Black Mesa - Fan-made Remake of Half-Life Scheduled to Leave Early Access

We know the exact release date of version 1.0 of Black Mesa. The fan-made remake of the iconic Half-Life will leave early access phase on Steam on March 5, this year.

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Milosz Szubert

February 25, 2020

Black Mesa - Fan-made Remake of Half-Life Scheduled to Leave Early Access
Black Mesa 1.0 Beta Goes to Steam

Black Mesa 1.0 Beta Goes to Steam

Crowbar Collective has released the full version of Black Mesa in an open beta. If the tests are successful, the Half-Life remake will soon leave Steam's Early Access.

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Jacob Blazewicz

February 13, 2020

Black Mesa 1.0 Beta Goes to Steam
Black Mesa - Half-Life Remake Completed

Black Mesa - Half-Life Remake Completed

Xen came to Black Mesa. Crowbar Collective released the complete version of Half-Life's remake yesterday. Nevertheless, it still has Early Access status, as the developers have plans for further development of the game; the devs have used the same opportunity to share the said plans with the community.

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Bart Woldanski

December 25, 2019

Black Mesa - Half-Life Remake Completed

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Black Mesa Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Dual Core 2.4 GHz, 4 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB GeForce GTX 460 or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows Vista/7.

Recommanded System Requirements:
Quad Core 3.0 GHz, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 1060 or better, 15 GB HDD, Windows 7/8/10.

Ratings

Game Ratings for Black Mesa Video Game.

8.4

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 93% of Critics. There are 16 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

WayTooManyGames: 9 / 10 by Kyle Nicol

The Crowbar Collective knew exactly what needed to be done to improve on the original. Not only is this a great game for fans of the original, but this is a perfect new entry point into the franchise.

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GamingBolt: 9 / 10 by Ravi Sinha

It's been a long, long wait but Black Mesa is here. If you've never experienced Valve's original masterpiece, want to wax nostalgic about real story-telling in an FPS, or just want an excellent game to play, Black Mesa is where it's at.

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GameGrin: 7 / 10

Black Mesa remains true to the original Half-Life with updated graphics, improved sounds and redesigned levels. However, the graphics still look old for a "modern" game and loading screens are still a pain as it freezes the game for a few seconds.

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (115,832)

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Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Visual Upgrades: Players praise the stunning graphics and detailed environments, which significantly enhance the immersion compared to the original Half-Life.
  • Gameplay Improvements: Enhanced mechanics, smoother controls, and improved enemy AI create a more engaging and dynamic combat experience.
  • Faithful Remake: The game maintains the original story and atmosphere while adding new elements and areas, making it feel both familiar and fresh.
  • Expanded Levels: The Xen levels, in particular, are highlighted for their beauty and depth, offering a richer experience than in the original game.
  • Sound Design: The soundtrack and audio effects have been well-received, contributing to the overall atmosphere and immersion.
  • Nostalgic Experience: Long-time fans of the franchise appreciate the homage to the original game, while newcomers find it an excellent introduction to the series.

The main cons of the game

  • Technical Issues: Several players report crashes, particularly during intense moments or boss fights, which can disrupt the gaming experience.
  • Pacing Problems: Some levels, especially in Xen, are described as lengthy and tedious, causing frustration for players.
  • Minor Bugs: Issues like visual glitches and AI behavior inconsistencies have been noted, detracting from the overall polish of the game.
  • Achievement Frustrations: Certain achievements, particularly those involving item escorting, are seen as tedious and not enjoyable to complete.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

  • Interactivity with Environment: Players expressed a desire for more interactive elements within the game world to enhance immersion.
  • Original Soundtrack Options: Some s missed the iconic sounds from the original Half-Life and wished for an option to toggle between the new and old audio.
  • Streamlined Sections: While some levels were praised for their improvements, others felt that certain sections could have been better streamlined to enhance pacing.
  • More Guidance: A few players noted that navigation in some areas could be confusing, suggesting that clearer cues or guidance would improve the experience.

Summary

  • Overall, Black Mesa is celebrated as a remarkable remake that revitalizes a classic while also facing some criticism regarding technical issues and pacing.

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