Gabe Follower: Half-Life 3 is being internally tested

Exciting news for Half-Life fans! 2024 may be the year Valve finally delivers a new entry in the legendary series. Data miner Gabe Follower recently revealed compelling updates regarding the development of the next Half-Life game.

Follower's latest video indicates that Half-Life 3 has progressed to internal testing at Valve. This crucial stage involves rigorous evaluation by Valve employees and trusted associates, and the game's fate hinges on the outcome.

However, strong indicators suggest a positive outlook. The recent Half-Life 2 documentary and anniversary update strongly hint at future plans for the franchise. Furthermore, each Half-Life installment has historically been groundbreaking.

The release of Half-Life: Alyx, coupled with Valve's VR headset promotion, fuels speculation about a broader gaming ecosystem. Imagine a potential launch of Steam Machines 2, challenging the dominance of PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, with Half-Life 3 as the flagship title. This would undoubtedly create a massive impact – a scenario Valve would likely relish.

For Valve, releasing a new Half-Life feels almost obligatory. Given the conclusion of Team Fortress 2 with a comic book, a similar (albeit belated) send-off for their flagship franchise seems entirely plausible.