SMRTR TechJan 2, 2025Ars Technica

Why Half-Life 3 speculation is reaching a fever pitch again

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A new wave of rumors and leaks suggests Half-Life 3 may be in development at Valve. Voice actor Mike Shapiro, who plays G-Man, posted a cryptic New Year's Eve video hinting at "unexpected surprises" in 2025. This follows recent leaks referencing an internal Valve project called "HLX" in Source 2 engine files. Fans are cautiously optimistic that an official announcement could be coming soon after years of false starts and dashed hopes for a sequel to the beloved Half-Life 2.

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