Overview
- Industry insider Shpeshal Nick, who accurately tipped Valve’s hardware showcase last week, says a DM pointed to a “software” reveal this week allegedly tied to Half-Life 3, while cautioning that the timing is uncertain.
- Valve watchers GabeFollower and Tyler McVicker have referenced a project nicknamed “HLX” and suggested an announcement could arrive within weeks or before the end of 2025, but none of these claims are verified.
- Recent Valve hardware news and a 2026 launch window are fueling speculation that a new Half-Life could accompany upcoming devices, echoing the sequence that preceded Half-Life: Alyx.
- PC Gamer notes the current frenzy is largely driven by November franchise anniversaries and community pattern‑spotting rather than definitive evidence.
- Valve has not announced a new Half-Life title or a release date, and a reportedly “hidden” game in Steam’s Upcoming Releases remains an unconfirmed curiosity.