Well, I'm not positive, but I don't think Half Life 2 will run without the installation key. If it's already been opened and the key has been used, the game is useless.
also, i ordered it for 99 cents and got an unused cd key. look in that thread for more info :lol:
EDIT: this is for the peeps who are too lazy to read the info from the other thread. buying half life 2 is a safe buy from this company b/c you can get a replacement cd key from steam if yours is already used. do not buy world of warcraft from them though. :lol: for more details, consult the original thread.
Too much of a hassle, and too much of a risk.[/QUOTE]
sure it's a little bit of a hassle IF you get a used cd key, but it's a free replacement as long as you contact them within 30 days of buying the product. it's definitely not too much of a risk though. you have a 95% chance of getting one w/o a used cd key, and even if you do, you can get a replacement from stream for free! how is that a risk? half life 2 for about $9 shipped is a great deal!