Black Mesa is a 2020 first-person shooter game developed and published by Crowbar Collective. It is a third-party remake of Half-Life (1998) made in the Source game engine. Originally published as a free mod in September 2012, Black Mesa was approved for commercial release by Valve, the developers of Half-Life. You are Gordon Freeman, a theoretical physicist at the Black Mesa Research Facility. When a routine experiment goes horribly wrong, you must fight your way through an interdimensional alien invasion, and a bloodthirsty military clean-up crew in order to save the science team... and the world!



https://store.steampowered.com/app/362890/Black_Mesa/

Links to help you in Black Mesa:

1. 100% Achievements Guide
   
2. How to use the grenade effectively
   
3. How to easily defeat soldiers

Specs for Review:

• GPU: ASUS GeForce GTX 1070 8GB ROG Strix
  
• CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.9 GHz
  
• RAM: Corsair Vengeance 16GB DDR4 3200MHz

Wow! This game is on sale for $4 right now! That's crazy!

This game is incredible, and I've always loved the half-life games so I bought Black Mesa and recommend it to everyone.

I love the movement system, the scientists are always like comic relief, cool other-worldly experiences, puzzles, guns, explosives.

What a deal for $4!

A Resurrection of a Classic!

Stepping into the world of Black Mesa is like revisiting an old friend, but realizing they've undergone a major glow-up. Crowbar Collective's reimagining of the iconic 1998 game, Half-Life, isn't just a mere facelift; it's a comprehensive overhaul that breathes new life into a beloved classic.

From the get-go, the game feels familiar yet distinctly modern. The core mechanics, the combat, the puzzles - they all echo the original Half-Life, but with a polish and finesse that only the advancements of the Source engine could provide. The game's environments are richer, the physics more intricate, and the platforming feels more intuitive. And let's not even get started on the AI. Those alien grunts and military operatives? They're smarter, more relentless, and will keep you on your toes.

But perhaps the most commendable aspect of Black Mesa is how it addresses the original's shortcomings. Remember Xen? That slightly jarring, out-of-place final chapter from Half-Life? Black Mesa doesn't just tweak it; it transforms it, turning what was once considered the weakest link into a compelling and cohesive conclusion.

The journey of Black Mesa, from a fan mod to a commercially approved release, is a testament to the passion and dedication of its developers. Black Mesa isn't just a remake; it's a love letter to Half-Life fans. It captures the essence of the original while enhancing every aspect for the modern gamer. Whether you're a veteran Black Mesa scientist or a rookie stepping into this world for the first time, this game promises an experience that's both nostalgic and refreshingly new.