if people can use scripts, and valve took the time to give users access to these commands, then why not use them. Either ban all scripts, or let everything in.
I don't play consoles because the graphics suck, so yes. But I don't think anyone would care about the graphics if the gameplay is bad. I think ID should just resort to making engines.
definitely interested, email it to me. I can't find a fan site kit anywhere, especially on the official Half-Life 2 site. But I didn't think about file planet, I'll check there too.