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Half-Life Hints

How do I get the power back online?

1 of 4:
First, you need to figure out which way to go.
- Which way do I go to get the power started?
2 of 4:
Then there are two obstacles you need to get past.
- The elevator just broke and I'm plummeting into radioactive sludge!
- How do I get past the big toxic sludge spill from the broken pipe?
3 of 4:
Once past that, get the power going again.
- How do I get the electricity started?
4 of 4:
There are a couple more obstacles on the return trip.
- How do I get back up the lift shaft without getting badly hurt?
- The water on the floor is now electrified! How can I get past?

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