vimal_mehrotra said:You get this problem when you install PIRATED hl2.(my experience)
So no help on the forum
But you can always try google.
Darthvader said:No the net connexion is just for Decrypting the GCF files which are encrypted so no download
Darthvader said:What are u saying ???
Steam is now a really good service and has overcome his early connexion hiccups.
Nowadays many developers are releasing games thru steam if u did not know
So it has certainly turned out to be a success.
I just preloaded Jade Empire and i am dying to play it