Headcrabs (Standard, Fast, Poison)

Learn how to effectively combat Standard, Fast, and Poison Headcrabs in Half-Life 2: Episode Two. Discover their behaviors and weaknesses to survive the Xenian threat.

Headcrabs are a persistent threat throughout Half-Life 2: Episode Two. This guide covers the Standard, Fast, and Poison variants, detailing their behaviors and how to counter them.

• Standard Headcrab: The most common type, they leap at the player and attempt to latch onto the head. Relatively slow and easy to kill with most weapons.
• Fast Headcrab: Quicker and more aggressive than standard headcrabs, they are harder to hit and can inflict more damage. Shotguns and rapid-fire weapons are effective.
• Poison Headcrab: These headcrabs deal damage over time with their attack, indicated by a green visual effect. Avoid their melee strikes and use precise shots to eliminate them before they can poison you.