Gabe Follower: Half-Life 3 is being internally tested

Excitement builds as 2024 marks a significant year for Half-Life fans: Valve is actively developing a new entry in the iconic series. This summer, renowned data miner Gabe Follower revealed intriguing details about the game's innovative gameplay, hinting at gravity-defying mechanics and an extensive exploration of the Xen planet.

Recently, Gabe Follower shared an update, announcing that Half-Life 3's concept has progressed to internal testing. This crucial phase involves rigorous evaluation by Valve employees and trusted associates, with the potential for cancellation depending on the results.

However, strong indications suggest Half-Life 3 is indeed coming, and perhaps sooner than anticipated. The recent extensive Half-Life 2 documentary and anniversary update strongly suggest a future for the franchise. Furthermore, each Half-Life installment has historically been groundbreaking.

Valve's previous release, Half-Life: Alyx, notably promoted their VR headset. Persistent rumors point towards Valve's ambition to create a complete gaming ecosystem, potentially including a living room console. Imagine the impact of a simultaneous release of Steam Machines 2, challenging the dominance of PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, alongside Half-Life 3? It would be a monumental event—and Valve thrives on such moments.

The release of a new Half-Life game feels like a matter of prestige for Valve. Considering the conclusion of Team Fortress 2 with a comic, a similar, albeit delayed, finale for their flagship franchise seems fitting.