Half-Life - Revision history

Samz at 18:19, 30 November 2023

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	'''''Half-Life''''' is a sci-fi FPS developed by Valve and published by Sierra studios, released in 1998. It is notable for being Valve's debut in the gaming industry and the first game in the ''Half-Life'' series. It is well known and acclaimed for its lack of cut-scenes (using scripted sequences instead), realistic worlds, (at the time) advanced AI, and seamless storytelling. It also helped jump-start the FPS storytelling genre. It has sold 9.3 million copies by 2009. It was followed by a sequel, ''[[Half-Life 2]]'', and a fan-made remake, ''[[Black Mesa]]''. It was also ported to the newer Source engine used in ''Half-Life 2'' instead of the older GoldSrc engine, and subsequently re-branded as ''Half-Life: Source''.		'''''Half-Life''''' is a sci-fi FPS developed by Valve and published by Sierra studios, released in 1998. It is notable for being Valve's debut in the gaming industry and the first game in the ''Half-Life'' series. It is well known and acclaimed for its lack of cut-scenes (using scripted sequences instead), realistic worlds, (at the time) advanced AI, and seamless storytelling. It also helped jump-start the FPS storytelling genre. It has sold 9.3 million copies by 2009. It was followed by a sequel, ''[[Half-Life 2]]'', and a fan-made remake, ''[[Black Mesa]]''. It was also ported to the newer Source engine used in ''Half-Life 2'' instead of the older GoldSrc engine, and subsequently re-branded as ''Half-Life: Source''.

	Three ''Half-Life'' expansions which were developed by Gearbox Software were spawned after the success of the first game: ''Opposing Force'', released in 1999, ''Blue Shift'', released in 2001 and originally intended for a cancelled Sega Dreamcast port of the game (also including a "High Definition Pack", which replaces all of the game's NPC and weapon models with higher-resolution counterparts), and ''Decay'', which was only officially included alongside the base game in its PlayStation 2 port released in 2001. A fan remake of the first two expansions was developed under the name ''[[Operation: Black Mesa]]''. The HD Pack from ''Blue Shift'' was later ported back to ''Half-Life'' and ''Opposing Force'' and eventually 'Half-Life: Source'' though this version of the HD pack uses a fan made texture mod instead of the original HD Pack textures.		Three ''Half-Life'' expansions which were developed by Gearbox Software were spawned after the success of the first game: ''Opposing Force'', released in 1999, ''Blue Shift'', released in 2001 and originally intended for a cancelled Sega Dreamcast port of the game (also including a "High Definition Pack", which replaces all of the game's NPC and weapon models with higher-resolution counterparts), and ''Decay'', which was only officially included alongside the base game in its PlayStation 2 port released in 2001. A fan remake of the first two expansions was developed under the name ''[[Operation: Black Mesa]]''. The HD Pack from ''Blue Shift'' was later ported back to ''Half-Life'' and ''Opposing Force'' and eventually ''Half-Life: Source'' though this version of the HD pack uses a fan made texture mod instead of the original HD Pack textures.

	'''The following weapons appear in the video game ''Half-Life'' and its expansions:'''		'''The following weapons appear in the video game ''Half-Life'' and its expansions:'''

Samz at 18:19, 30 November 2023

2023-11-30T18:19:34Z

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	'''''Half-Life''''' is a sci-fi FPS developed by Valve and published by Sierra studios, released in 1998. It is notable for being Valve's debut in the gaming industry and the first game in the ''Half-Life'' series. It is well known and acclaimed for its lack of cut-scenes (using scripted sequences instead), realistic worlds, (at the time) advanced AI, and seamless storytelling. It also helped jump-start the FPS storytelling genre. It has sold 9.3 million copies by 2009. It was followed by a sequel, ''[[Half-Life 2]]'', and a fan-made remake, ''[[Black Mesa]]''. It was also ported to the newer Source engine used in ''Half-Life 2'' instead of the older GoldSrc engine, and subsequently re-branded as ''Half-Life: Source''.		'''''Half-Life''''' is a sci-fi FPS developed by Valve and published by Sierra studios, released in 1998. It is notable for being Valve's debut in the gaming industry and the first game in the ''Half-Life'' series. It is well known and acclaimed for its lack of cut-scenes (using scripted sequences instead), realistic worlds, (at the time) advanced AI, and seamless storytelling. It also helped jump-start the FPS storytelling genre. It has sold 9.3 million copies by 2009. It was followed by a sequel, ''[[Half-Life 2]]'', and a fan-made remake, ''[[Black Mesa]]''. It was also ported to the newer Source engine used in ''Half-Life 2'' instead of the older GoldSrc engine, and subsequently re-branded as ''Half-Life: Source''.

	Three ''Half-Life'' expansions which were developed by Gearbox Software were spawned after the success of the first game: ''Opposing Force'', released in 1999, ''Blue Shift'', released in 2001 and originally intended for a cancelled Sega Dreamcast port of the game (also including a "High Definition Pack", which replaces all of the game's NPC and weapon models with higher-resolution counterparts), and ''Decay'', which was only officially included alongside the base game in its PlayStation 2 port released in 2001. A fan remake of the first two expansions was developed under the name ''[[Operation: Black Mesa]]''. The HD Pack from ''Blue Shift'' was later ported back to ''Half-Life'' and ''Opposing Force''.		Three ''Half-Life'' expansions which were developed by Gearbox Software were spawned after the success of the first game: ''Opposing Force'', released in 1999, ''Blue Shift'', released in 2001 and originally intended for a cancelled Sega Dreamcast port of the game (also including a "High Definition Pack", which replaces all of the game's NPC and weapon models with higher-resolution counterparts), and ''Decay'', which was only officially included alongside the base game in its PlayStation 2 port released in 2001. A fan remake of the first two expansions was developed under the name ''[[Operation: Black Mesa]]''. The HD Pack from ''Blue Shift'' was later ported back to ''Half-Life'' and ''Opposing Force'' and eventually 'Half-Life: Source'' though this version of the HD pack uses a fan made texture mod instead of the original HD Pack textures.

	'''The following weapons appear in the video game ''Half-Life'' and its expansions:'''		'''The following weapons appear in the video game ''Half-Life'' and its expansions:'''

Ultimate94ninja: The update actually made the player start with 50 rounds in multiplayer; it's still 25 in singleplayer

2023-11-18T19:22:53Z

The update actually made the player start with 50 rounds in multiplayer; it's still 25 in singleplayer

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	The [[Heckler & Koch MP5SD3]] is the primary automatic weapon in the game and is the HECU's standard issue weapon. It features a retractable stock, incorrectly holds 50 rounds in a 30-round magazine, and has an attached M203PI grenade launcher. Since it uses the same ammunition, the MP5 shares its ammo pool with the Glock 17. The Source port of the game increases the MP5's recoil in exchange for matching its damage per shot with the Glock's. As seen in early gameplay videos, the MP5SD3 was originally suppressed as the first person model would suggest. Interestingly, in the config file it is listed as weapon_9mmAR, whereas it is actually a submachine gun. In ''Opposing Force'' and ''Blue Shift'', the MP5SD3's handling, firing and reloading animations have been reanimated.		The [[Heckler & Koch MP5SD3]] is the primary automatic weapon in the game and is the HECU's standard issue weapon. It features a retractable stock, incorrectly holds 50 rounds in a 30-round magazine, and has an attached M203PI grenade launcher. Since it uses the same ammunition, the MP5 shares its ammo pool with the Glock 17. The Source port of the game increases the MP5's recoil in exchange for matching its damage per shot with the Glock's. As seen in early gameplay videos, the MP5SD3 was originally suppressed as the first person model would suggest. Interestingly, in the config file it is listed as weapon_9mmAR, whereas it is actually a submachine gun. In ''Opposing Force'' and ''Blue Shift'', the MP5SD3's handling, firing and reloading animations have been reanimated.

	When initially picked up, the MP5 will contain 25 rounds out of the maximum 50 in the magazine. This is not the case ~~with later releases of~~ the ~~game or~~ in ~~multiplayer~~.		When initially picked up, the MP5 will contain 25 rounds out of the maximum 50 in the magazine. This is not the case in multiplayer following the 25th anniversary update, nor in ''Opposing Force''.

	[[Image:MP5SD3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|450px\|Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 with S-E-F trigger group and stock extended - 9x19mm]]		[[Image:MP5SD3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|450px\|Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 with S-E-F trigger group and stock extended - 9x19mm]]
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	==Satchel Charge==		==Satchel Charge==
	Satchel Charges act as command-detonated bombs with a very high damage output and blast radius. In the original version of the game, pressing primary fire will drop a single explosive and secondary fire will deploy an additional charge (as deploying the first charge will bring up the detonator which is then triggered with primary fire). The official 25th anniversary update simplified the controls, with primary fire always throwing a single charge (regardless if the first charge has been deployed or not) while secondary fire always triggering the detonator.		Satchel Charges act as command-detonated bombs with a very high damage output and blast radius. In the original version of the game, pressing primary fire will drop a single explosive and secondary fire will deploy an additional charge (as deploying the first charge will bring up the detonator which is then triggered with primary fire). The official 25th anniversary update simplified the controls, with primary fire always throwing a single charge (regardless of whether the first charge has been deployed or not) while secondary fire always triggering the detonator.

	Deploying Satchel Charges can be used to dispatch enemies that are several feet away due to the slippery nature of the explosives when dropped, provided that both the player and target are on the same platform.		Deploying Satchel Charges can be used to dispatch enemies that are several feet away due to the slippery nature of the explosives when dropped, provided that both the player and target are on the same platform.

XSlayer300: /* Satchel Charge */

2023-11-18T08:11:04Z

Satchel Charge

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	==Satchel Charge==		==Satchel Charge==
	Satchel Charges act as command-detonated bombs with a very high damage output and blast radius. ~~Pressing~~ primary fire will drop a single explosive and secondary fire will deploy an additional charge (as deploying the first charge will bring up the detonator which is then triggered with primary fire). Deploying Satchel Charges can be used to dispatch enemies that are several feet away due to the slippery nature of the explosives when dropped, provided that both the player and target are on the same platform.		Satchel Charges act as command-detonated bombs with a very high damage output and blast radius. In the original version of the game, pressing primary fire will drop a single explosive and secondary fire will deploy an additional charge (as deploying the first charge will bring up the detonator which is then triggered with primary fire). The official 25th anniversary update simplified the controls, with primary fire always throwing a single charge (regardless if the first charge has been deployed or not) while secondary fire always triggering the detonator.

			Deploying Satchel Charges can be used to dispatch enemies that are several feet away due to the slippery nature of the explosives when dropped, provided that both the player and target are on the same platform.

	[[File:Hl1satchel-1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Freeman holds the satchel charge; "C-4 PLASTIC EXPLOSIVE" is written in low detail at the top of the backpack.]]		[[File:Hl1satchel-1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Freeman holds the satchel charge; "C-4 PLASTIC EXPLOSIVE" is written in low detail at the top of the backpack.]]
	[[File:Hl1satchel-2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Freeman holds the detonator for the satchel charge and looks at one deployed on the ground.]]		[[File:Hl1satchel-2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Freeman holds the detonator for the satchel charge and looks at one deployed on the ground.]]

XSlayer300: /* Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 */

2023-11-18T08:08:15Z

Heckler & Koch MP5SD3

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	==Heckler & Koch MP5SD3==		==Heckler & Koch MP5SD3==
	The [[Heckler & Koch MP5SD3]] is the primary automatic weapon in the game and is the HECU's standard issue weapon. It features a retractable stock, incorrectly holds 50 rounds in a 30-round magazine, and has an attached M203PI grenade launcher. Since it uses the same ammunition, the MP5 shares its ammo pool with the Glock 17. The Source port of the game increases the MP5's recoil in exchange for matching its damage per shot with the Glock's. As seen in early gameplay videos, the MP5SD3 was originally suppressed as the first person model would suggest. Interestingly, in the config file it is listed as weapon_9mmAR, whereas it is actually a submachine gun. In ''Opposing Force'' and ''Blue Shift'', the MP5SD3's handling, firing and reloading animations have been reanimated.		The [[Heckler & Koch MP5SD3]] is the primary automatic weapon in the game and is the HECU's standard issue weapon. It features a retractable stock, incorrectly holds 50 rounds in a 30-round magazine, and has an attached M203PI grenade launcher. Since it uses the same ammunition, the MP5 shares its ammo pool with the Glock 17. The Source port of the game increases the MP5's recoil in exchange for matching its damage per shot with the Glock's. As seen in early gameplay videos, the MP5SD3 was originally suppressed as the first person model would suggest. Interestingly, in the config file it is listed as weapon_9mmAR, whereas it is actually a submachine gun. In ''Opposing Force'' and ''Blue Shift'', the MP5SD3's handling, firing and reloading animations have been reanimated.

			When initially picked up, the MP5 will contain 25 rounds out of the maximum 50 in the magazine. This is not the case with later releases of the game or in multiplayer.

	[[Image:MP5SD3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|450px\|Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 with S-E-F trigger group and stock extended - 9x19mm]]		[[Image:MP5SD3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|450px\|Heckler & Koch MP5SD3 with S-E-F trigger group and stock extended - 9x19mm]]
	[[Image:EODMP5A3rubberprop.jpg\|thumb\|none\|450px\|Heckler & Koch MP5A3 with lengthened SD-looking flash-hider and mounted M203 Grenade Launcher. This is the weapon used by [[Arnold Schwarzenegger]]'s character Jericho Cane in the film ''[[End of Days]]''. It is a fairly close real-world representation of the in-game weapon.]]		[[Image:EODMP5A3rubberprop.jpg\|thumb\|none\|450px\|Heckler & Koch MP5A3 with lengthened SD-looking flash-hider and mounted M203 Grenade Launcher. This is the weapon used by [[Arnold Schwarzenegger]]'s character Jericho Cane in the film ''[[End of Days]]''. It is a fairly close real-world representation of the in-game weapon.]]

TheExplodingBarrel: /* M202 FLASH */

2023-10-16T10:39:31Z

M202 FLASH

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	The [[M202 FLASH]] appears in the form of an emplaced rocket launcher with some sort of magazine mounted on the top for a larger capacity. It is used by Marines in the original game, but Gordon himself cannot operate it. Oddly, rockets fired at the player can be diverted using the modified Armbrust's laser guide.		The [[M202 FLASH]] appears in the form of an emplaced rocket launcher with some sort of magazine mounted on the top for a larger capacity. It is used by Marines in the original game, but Gordon himself cannot operate it. Oddly, rockets fired at the player can be diverted using the modified Armbrust's laser guide.
	[[Image:M202A2 FLASH.JPG\|thumb\|none\|350px\|M202 FLASH - 66mm]]		[[Image:M202A2 FLASH.JPG\|thumb\|none\|350px\|M202 FLASH - 66mm]]
	[[Image:Half-Life Turret1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Modified M202 FLASH on a tripod. Note the "magazine" which looks suspiciously like a belt box.]]		[[Image:Half-Life Turret1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Modified M202 FLASH on a tripod. Note the "magazine" which looks suspiciously like a belt box. The launcher's muzzle uses the same texture as the ceiling tiles which can be seen on the right.]]

	==Bushmaster M242 Chain Gun==		==Bushmaster M242 Chain Gun==

TheExplodingBarrel: Undo revision 1617321 by JSLynch (talk) Already noted. It's the rear half of an MP5 mated to the foregrip of an AR-15 with an M203.

2023-10-12T21:46:00Z

Undo revision 1617321 by JSLynch (talk) Already noted. It's the rear half of an MP5 mated to the foregrip of an AR-15 with an M203.

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	[[Image:Half-Life M249 4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A world-model M249E2 SAW lying on the ground. Note the world-model has a bipod attached.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A world-model M249E2 SAW lying on the ground. Note the world-model has a bipod attached.]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Ammo box for the SAW.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Ammo box for the SAW.]]

	~~==Unidentified SMG==~~
	The Heads-Up Display icon meant to represent the MP5 instead presents an unknown monstrosity of a sub-machine gun. The image appears to be an MP5 with an under-barrel grenade launcher and no space to insert a magazine. The weapon resembles a [[PP-19]] more than an MP5.
	~~[[Image:HL1 hud mp5.jpeg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The repulsive offspring of VALVe's poor weapon knowledge]]~~

	=Sniper Rifles=		=Sniper Rifles=

JSLynch at 21:28, 12 October 2023

2023-10-12T21:28:47Z

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	[[Image:Half-Life M249 4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A world-model M249E2 SAW lying on the ground. Note the world-model has a bipod attached.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 4.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|A world-model M249E2 SAW lying on the ground. Note the world-model has a bipod attached.]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Ammo box for the SAW.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 1.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Ammo box for the SAW.]]

			==Unidentified SMG==
			The Heads-Up Display icon meant to represent the MP5 instead presents an unknown monstrosity of a sub-machine gun. The image appears to be an MP5 with an under-barrel grenade launcher and no space to insert a magazine. The weapon resembles a [[PP-19]] more than an MP5.
			[[Image:HL1 hud mp5.jpeg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The repulsive offspring of VALVe's poor weapon knowledge]]

	=Sniper Rifles=		=Sniper Rifles=

Doctor Luika at 03:42, 6 June 2023

2023-06-06T03:42:35Z

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	==Colt Anaconda==		==Colt Anaconda==
	The High-Definition pack replaces the Colt Python by a [[Colt Anaconda]] with wood grips, though it is still shown using .357 Magnum ammunition. A cut ammo box model that reads ".44 Magnum" can be found in the game's files, implying that the Colt would have always been a .44 Magnum model.		The High-Definition pack replaces the Colt Python by a [[Colt Anaconda]] with wood grips, though it is still shown using .357 Magnum ammunition. A cut ammo box model that reads ".44 Magnum" can be found in the game's files, implying that the Colt would have always been a .44 Magnum model.
	[[File:Colt ~~Anaconda HQ~~.jpg\|thumb\|none\|350px\|Colt Anaconda with 6" barrel and ~~Pachmayr grips~~ - .44 Magnum]]		[[File:Colt Anacondas Wood Grips.jpg\|thumb\|none\|350px\|Colt Anaconda with 4", 6" & 8" barrel and Wooden Grips - .44 Magnum]]
	[[File:Half-Life Python 2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Freeman repeats the same move in the HD universe as he waits for his H.E.V. suit to be charged up. Note that the trigger actually moves backwards when Dr. Freeman pushes the hammer down.]]		[[File:Half-Life Python 2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Freeman repeats the same move in the HD universe as he waits for his H.E.V. suit to be charged up. Note that the trigger actually moves backwards when Dr. Freeman pushes the hammer down.]]
	[[File:Half-Life Python 5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The multiplayer version of the revolver with laser sight under the barrel.]]		[[File:Half-Life Python 5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The multiplayer version of the revolver with laser sight under the barrel.]]

TheExplodingBarrel: /* FN M249E2 SAW */

2023-03-06T17:48:29Z

FN M249E2 SAW

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	The [[M249 SAW\|FN M249E2 SAW]] machine gun appears only in the ''Opposing Force'' expansion pack. It is by far the most powerful non-fictional weapon, with high damage, range and moderate accuracy. It should be noted that the belt box carries only 50 rounds whereas its real-life counterpart carries 100 or 200. Interestingly enough, the recoil is so powerful that Cpl. Shephard slides backwards if he fires it continuously.		The [[M249 SAW\|FN M249E2 SAW]] machine gun appears only in the ''Opposing Force'' expansion pack. It is by far the most powerful non-fictional weapon, with high damage, range and moderate accuracy. It should be noted that the belt box carries only 50 rounds whereas its real-life counterpart carries 100 or 200. Interestingly enough, the recoil is so powerful that Cpl. Shephard slides backwards if he fires it continuously.
	[[Image:Fn_m249saw_mk2_10-1-.jpg‎\|thumb\|none\|500px\|FN M249E2 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) - 5.56x45mm NATO]]		[[Image:Fn_m249saw_mk2_10-1-.jpg‎\|thumb\|none\|500px\|FN M249E2 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) - 5.56x45mm NATO]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The M249E2 SAW in first-person view as Shepard arrives at a rather gruesome scene.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The M249E2 SAW in first-person view as Shepard arrives at a rather gruesome scene. Note that the holes in the heat shield are incorrectly depicted as a series of horizontal slits instead of a series of three holes; this probably resulted from the modellers only being provided a side view of the weapon (similar to the image above) as a reference. There is also no post in the front sight ring.]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Reloading the SAW. Due to an animation glitch, when Cpl. Shephard removes the drum, the ammo link stays on and disappears after a very short delay.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Reloading the SAW. Due to an animation glitch, when Cpl. Shephard removes the drum, the ammo link stays on and disappears after a very short delay.]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Firing the M249.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Firing the M249.]]

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	The [[M249 SAW\|FN M249E2 SAW]] machine gun appears only in the ''Opposing Force'' expansion pack. It is by far the most powerful non-fictional weapon, with high damage, range and moderate accuracy. It should be noted that the belt box carries only 50 rounds whereas its real-life counterpart carries 100 or 200. Interestingly enough, the recoil is so powerful that Cpl. Shephard slides backwards if he fires it continuously.		The [[M249 SAW\|FN M249E2 SAW]] machine gun appears only in the ''Opposing Force'' expansion pack. It is by far the most powerful non-fictional weapon, with high damage, range and moderate accuracy. It should be noted that the belt box carries only 50 rounds whereas its real-life counterpart carries 100 or 200. Interestingly enough, the recoil is so powerful that Cpl. Shephard slides backwards if he fires it continuously.
	[[Image:Fn_m249saw_mk2_10-1-.jpg‎\|thumb\|none\|500px\|FN M249E2 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) - 5.56x45mm NATO]]		[[Image:Fn_m249saw_mk2_10-1-.jpg‎\|thumb\|none\|500px\|FN M249E2 SAW (Squad Automatic Weapon) - 5.56x45mm NATO]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The M249E2 SAW in first-person view as Shepard arrives at a rather gruesome scene.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 2.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|The M249E2 SAW in first-person view as Shepard arrives at a rather gruesome scene. Note that the holes in the heat shield are incorrectly depicted as a series of horizontal slits instead of a series of three holes; this probably resulted from the modellers only being provided a side view of the weapon (similar to the image above) as a reference. There is also no post in the front sight ring.]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Reloading the SAW. Due to an animation glitch, when Cpl. Shephard removes the drum, the ammo link stays on and disappears after a very short delay.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 3.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Reloading the SAW. Due to an animation glitch, when Cpl. Shephard removes the drum, the ammo link stays on and disappears after a very short delay.]]
	[[Image:Half-Life M249 5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Firing the M249.]]		[[Image:Half-Life M249 5.jpg\|thumb\|none\|600px\|Firing the M249.]]