I just came to this thread to say exactly the sameHyper said:The game of the year edition comes with it.
My mate bought it.
Shimmy said:I just got with HL2 from the local shop, friend actually got it for me (someone to play against, now I'm hooked on CSS...)
Another one of friends did this... Bought a copy of HL2 installed Steam, used the CD Key and then returned it to the shop.
He got a full refund(Free Steam account)
Memphis said:Effectively stealing the game, and ripping off the poor sod who is unlucky enough to purchase the game as pre-owned.