25 Most Critically Acclaimed Games Since 2000

16. Half-Life 2 (2004)

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Valve

Rating: Metacritic Score: 96

Half-Life 2 isn't simply just an FPS, it's an epic adventure that places emphasis on its characters and industry-beating physics.

The fact that the game's Source Engine is still used today for a plethora of fan-made games is a testament to its quality.

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