I'll say 4 years. Because they dont have to make a new engine, just modify, create content, and make a thrilling game. Hopefully it doesnt take a step backwards, as far as immersion goes, because HL2 = Godlike(for 2k4-2k5).
In doom 3, when I saw a monster, i was ready to take it down, no sweat. Sure it has its few moments, but you are always on edge in the dark, and it gets repetitive.
In HL2, when I saw several zombies scampering on the roofs and the drain pipes rattling, my spine locked up and I nearly lost...
Think he means the new maps cliffe said were coming in December. 2 of them, one a remake of..that one map with the garage(prodigy I think), and a new original map. Not sure what else he said was in store for December.
Of course retailers(some) have it by now. I've worked overnight and we got games a week or so before they were scheduled to be released. What's funny is the pink/neon green tape they put around the boxes.*DO NOT SELL BEFORE "date"*.
O_o..
Anything under 100 feels the same to me, i can still scout someone's face off just as easy from 20 to 100. anything higher than 150 is annoying though. Oh and lets not get into choke or loss.