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Escape from the Citadel Ruins
Half-Life 2: Episode Two

Escape from the Citadel Ruins

Guide to escaping the Citadel Ruins in Half-Life 2: Episode Two. Learn how Gordon Freeman and Alyx Vance survive the aftermath and begin their journey to White Forest.

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Escape from the Citadel Ruins

Guide to escaping the Citadel Ruins in Half-Life 2: Episode Two. Learn how Gordon Freeman and Alyx Vance survive the aftermath and begin their journey to White Forest.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    After the train crash, retrieve the Gravity Gun to free Gordon.
  2. 2
    Witness the Superportal forming above the Citadel ruins and a subsequent portal storm.
  3. 3
    Follow the path opened by the storm into a mine shaft.
  4. 4
    Navigate the mine, dealing with Zombies and Antlions.
  5. 5
    Reach a communication building and contact White Forest.
  6. 6
    Speak with Dr. Kleiner, Dr. Vance, and Arne Magnusson, confirming your survival and the importance of the data packet.
Tips
  • The Gravity Gun is essential for freeing Gordon from the train wreckage.
  • Be prepared for a portal storm shortly after the crash.
  • The mine contains Zombies and Antlions; use available weapons to clear the path.
  • The data packet is crucial for the Resistance's efforts against the Combine superportal.

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