Playing HL2 without steam??????

[crxter]

I have the game unlocked and everything, and it works fine, but can I play the game without having to log on steam every time because my suround system and stuff is in the other room that doesn't have internet. Is it possible to play HL2 without starting steam every time?

 

[andytheandy]

I have just been told by the staff at Game (UK) that the Game will not work unless there is an internet connection running in the background. All the time. Forever.
wtf is that about? Registratiosn, yes, good for Valve. All the time? No way can I get that, broadband, cable etc.

I put the game back on the shelf :-(