A demo of the fan-made sequel Half-Life 2 Episode 3 Interlude has been released

With no official Half-Life 2 Episode 3 in sight, fans are stepping up to create their own continuations. A recent example is Pega_Xing's Half-Life 2 Episode 3 Interlude demo.

This fan-made sequel plunges players into an Arctic setting. Gordon Freeman awakens after a helicopter crash, pursued by the Alliance.

The current demo is already available, but updates are planned. These will not only expand the narrative but also refine the original, focusing on puzzle redesigns, improved flashlight mechanics, and optimized level design.

The Half-Life 2 Episode 3 Interlude demo is free to download on ModDB. Adding to the buzz, Mike Shapiro, the voice actor for the G-Man, recently tweeted a cryptic teaser (#HalfLife, #Valve, #GMan, #2025) hinting at "unexpected surprises," his first post since 2020.

While a full game release in 2025 might be ambitious, even for Valve, a statement announcing the game seems entirely plausible. Dataminer Gabe Follower reported internal playtesting of a new Half-Life title has begun, with reportedly positive feedback from Valve developers.

All indications point to active development and a strong commitment to continuing Gordon Freeman's journey. The most exciting part? The official announcement could drop at any moment. After all, Valve Time is all about the element of surprise.