Gordon & Daxter Mod Unites Half-Life with Jak & Daxter in Unique PC Experience via OpenGOAL Launcher
The modding community continues to impress PC gamers with inventive crossovers, and the latest standout is 'Gordon & Daxter'—a creative mod that merges the worlds of Jak & Daxter and Half-Life.
Now available for download through the OpenGOAL launcher, this mod allows fans to experience Jak & Daxter's universe in a completely new light, combining iconic elements from Valve's legendary Half-Life franchise with Naughty Dog's classic PlayStation 2 title. Developed by MFO, Gordon & Daxter is built on the foundation of the unofficial PC port of Jak & Daxter.
This port exists thanks to the OpenGOAL project, a sophisticated reverse engineering initiative aimed at running Jak & Daxter natively on PC hardware.
OpenGOAL has garnered significant attention in the gaming and modding communities for its technical achievement in preserving and enhancing classic console titles for a modern audience. In Gordon & Daxter, players take on the role of Gordon Freeman, replacing Jak as the main protagonist.
The mod goes beyond simply swapping characters and introduces a major gameplay overhaul.
The classic Jak & Daxter third-person adventure is transformed into a first-person shooter, complete with recognizable Half-Life weapons such as the crowbar, pistol, and submachine gun.
Players will also find familiar movement techniques, notably the ability to bunnyhop—a staple of Half-Life’s fast-paced traversal—adding new depth and strategic options to the game's platforming and combat. As noted by the developers, "the mod is playable from start to finish, giving fans the opportunity to experience Jak & Daxter in an entirely new way." With the new first-person perspective and expanded arsenal, areas that once required platforming prowess can now be approached differently, opening up creative strategies for progression. To access Gordon & Daxter, players must first download the OpenGOAL launcher from the project's official website.
A legal copy of Jak & Daxter is required to play.
The mod stands as a testament to the dedication of both the reverse engineering and modding communities—showcasing how beloved franchises can be celebrated and reimagined through technical innovation and collaboration. With ongoing support for the OpenGOAL project and a growing library of creative mods from independent developers like MFO, the potential for experiencing classic PlayStation 2 games—such as Jak & Daxter—in fresh and exciting ways on PC continues to expand.
Gordon & Daxter is now available, offering fans of both Insomniac, Valve, and Naughty Dog a nostalgic yet brand-new adventure.
Now available for download through the OpenGOAL launcher, this mod allows fans to experience Jak & Daxter's universe in a completely new light, combining iconic elements from Valve's legendary Half-Life franchise with Naughty Dog's classic PlayStation 2 title. Developed by MFO, Gordon & Daxter is built on the foundation of the unofficial PC port of Jak & Daxter.
This port exists thanks to the OpenGOAL project, a sophisticated reverse engineering initiative aimed at running Jak & Daxter natively on PC hardware.
OpenGOAL has garnered significant attention in the gaming and modding communities for its technical achievement in preserving and enhancing classic console titles for a modern audience. In Gordon & Daxter, players take on the role of Gordon Freeman, replacing Jak as the main protagonist.
The mod goes beyond simply swapping characters and introduces a major gameplay overhaul.
The classic Jak & Daxter third-person adventure is transformed into a first-person shooter, complete with recognizable Half-Life weapons such as the crowbar, pistol, and submachine gun.
Players will also find familiar movement techniques, notably the ability to bunnyhop—a staple of Half-Life’s fast-paced traversal—adding new depth and strategic options to the game's platforming and combat. As noted by the developers, "the mod is playable from start to finish, giving fans the opportunity to experience Jak & Daxter in an entirely new way." With the new first-person perspective and expanded arsenal, areas that once required platforming prowess can now be approached differently, opening up creative strategies for progression. To access Gordon & Daxter, players must first download the OpenGOAL launcher from the project's official website.
A legal copy of Jak & Daxter is required to play.
The mod stands as a testament to the dedication of both the reverse engineering and modding communities—showcasing how beloved franchises can be celebrated and reimagined through technical innovation and collaboration. With ongoing support for the OpenGOAL project and a growing library of creative mods from independent developers like MFO, the potential for experiencing classic PlayStation 2 games—such as Jak & Daxter—in fresh and exciting ways on PC continues to expand.
Gordon & Daxter is now available, offering fans of both Insomniac, Valve, and Naughty Dog a nostalgic yet brand-new adventure.
