The long-awaited Half-Life 3 has not been officially announced, and there is still no clear proof of its existence. However, many insiders have been talking about a project at Valve that seems to have progressed further than previous prototypes. The latest rumor claims that Half-Life 3 will mark the end of the saga, being seen as the “final chapter”.
Half-Life 3: The End of the Story?
According to DanielRPK (thanks ComicBook), an insider known for movie leaks but who occasionally shares game-related information, Valve reportedly plans for Half-Life 3 (or HLX, the codename found by dataminers) to be the final game of the saga, or at least the end of its current storyline. However, this doesn’t rule out the possibility of spin-offs or games set in the same universe in the future.
It is important to note that DanielRPK is not generally considered a reliable source for game-related news. However, his statement aligns with comments from another Valve insider, GabeFollower, who mentioned a storyline that could divide fans due to its “main hook.” Is Valve preparing to end the story once and for all?
Rumors Suggest Testing Phase Completed
Last year, there were rumors about a testing phase for Half-Life 3, but it was only in a small circle of developers. The game was said to be playable from start to finish, making it the most advanced version of the many prototypes that Valve has started and abandoned over the years. Currently, it’s said to be in the phase of polishing and optimization.
There are even rumors about an announcement in the summer, possibly at the Summer Game Fest, with a release expected in the winter.
