If you are looking for the original version (which doesn't require a crack but does need the Source SDK Base 2007 ), it is still legally hosted on sites like ModDB. For the full, updated retail version, it is best to stick to official platforms to ensure you have the latest patches and Xen levels [5, 6].
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