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Half-Life Hints

How do I get inside of the main "island?"

  • 1 of 5: You need to begin exploring the exterior of the main floating island.
  • 2 of 5: There are many recesses in the exterior.
  • 3 of 5: One of the recesses leads into the interior of the island.
  • 4 of 5: The recess is right near a pool of healing water. You will need to crouch to enter it.
  • 5 of 5: The entrance is blocked by some alien vines. Use the crowbar to disperse them.