Gabe Follower: Half-Life 3 is being internally tested

Exciting news for Half-Life fans! 2024 marks a significant turning point, with strong indications that Valve is actively developing a new entry in the iconic Half-Life franchise. This summer, renowned data miner Gabe Follower revealed potential gameplay features, hinting at innovative gravity mechanics and an extensive exploration of the Xen world.

Recently, Gabe Follower provided an update, confirming that Half-Life 3's concept has progressed to internal testing. This crucial phase involves rigorous evaluation by Valve employees and trusted associates, and the game's fate could hinge on these results.

However, numerous signs suggest a positive outcome and a potentially sooner-than-anticipated release. The recent Half-Life 2 documentary and anniversary update strongly imply future plans for the series. Furthermore, each Half-Life installment has been groundbreaking, and a new game would undoubtedly continue this tradition.

Valve's past strategy, such as promoting its VR headset alongside Half-Life: Alyx, supports this theory. Rumors persist about Valve's ambition to establish a comprehensive gaming ecosystem, potentially including a next-generation living room setup. Imagine the impact of a simultaneous launch of Steam Machines 2 (challenging PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch) and Half-Life 3 – a move perfectly aligned with Valve's penchant for creating major industry events.

The release of a new Half-Life game seems to be a matter of prestige for Valve. Considering the conclusion of Team Fortress 2 with a comic, a similar sendoff (albeit delayed) for their flagship franchise seems entirely plausible.