Enemy Guide
Below, you'll find a list of the most common enemies you'll face while venturing through Half-Life: Opposing Force. Study the techniques described, and you'll increase your chance of survival during your difficult mission.
Headcrabs
Sometimes referred to as "facehuggers" because of their resemblance to the critters from the Alien trilogy, headcrabs are the first alien you'll encounter in Opposing Force. If you've played through Half-Life, you certainly know how to deal with these pesky little beasts. If you've got a Glock pistol handy, you can easily eliminate the creature in a few shots. If you'd rather conserve ammunition, it's fairly safe to use the wrench or combat knife - as long as you avoid the headcrab's initial strike. Headcrabs enjoy launching themselves at your head. Watch them closely as they scurry across the ground; when they're facing you, be prepared to strafe left or right quickly. Dodge the headcrab, turn around quickly, and locate the critter. Swing a few times with the wrench or knife and eliminate it before it turns around to strike again.
Zombies
Opposing Force offers two versions of Half-Life's zombie: the original and the new projectile version. The original zombie (which looks like a scientist, soldier, or security guard with a headcrab stuck on its head) features no projectile attack. It simply walks toward you and attempts to strike with its huge arms and claws. If you're concerned about taking damage, just use a pistol or shotgun to floor the beast easily. If you're more daring, you can use the wrench or knife and not suffer much damage. Just back off from the creature when it begins to swing its arms. Opposing Force's new zombie is a much larger version of the original. It makes a projectile attack if you stay back and attempt to shoot it; plus, it carries jaws on its chest that strike at you when you attempt to approach and use a melee weapon. Attack the new zombie from a distance; work quickly with either the double-barreled shotgun or MP-5 machine gun.
Alien Slaves
Alien slaves typically warp in from Xen (but sometimes from other locations) and attack with a lightning projectile. It's best to stay away from these guys and attack them from a distance. A single laser-sight shot from the Desert Eagle will floor the beast. Look for cover, either around a corner or behind a crate, and dodge its lightning blast. As it recharges for another salvo, eliminate it with your Desert Eagle or other weapon. Don't attempt melee attacks on the alien slave unless you can reach the beast before it charges for another lightning blast. It's best to stay away and attack from hidden spots behind boxes and walls.
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