I could not stand to play the original Half-Life. The combat, graphics, dialogue, and most other aspects were too dated for me to enjoy.

Now, having finished it, I can say it is definitely a far more playable experience.

Black Mesa touches up almost everything about the original Half-Life, and creates a modern experience that I think still properly lays out the plot, in addition to taking some beautiful creative liberties. It was an absolutely incredible experience.

I could not stand to play the original Half-Life. The combat, graphics, dialogue, and most other aspects were too dated for me to enjoy. Now, having finished it, I can say it is definitely a far more playable experience. Black Mesa touches up almost everything about the original Half-Life, and creates a modern experience that I think still properly lays out the plot, in addition to taking some beautiful creative liberties. It was an absolutely incredible experience.