The release date for Half Life 3 remains elusive for many fans, but the idea of a hypothetical version has captured the imaginations of some. A thread on the Steam community hub offers a glimpse into the dreams of these users.
Dreaming of Half Life 3
One user, referencing the upcoming Postal 3 sequel set to release in early 2020, humorously suggests, "Postal 3 is also coming out, and I don't think it should overshadow Half Life 3. But it would be pretty funny to tell people that Half Life 3 is coming out early 2020, and we're blaming the COVID-19 pandemic for spoiling the game's surprise." Another user responds, "Half Life 3: Spoiled by COVID-19."
Another user questions the fixation on the Half Life 3 release date, sharing their dream of time travel and an alien invasion. "I had a dream about riding a bicycle with my friends," adds another user. "It was like, 'This is what it's all about,' you know? Just being out there, with your friends."
One user suggests a tactic to expedite the release of Half Life 3: spreading the message that it is coming soon. "Maybe that will force Valve to have it ready by 2023, even if it means they have to work overtime and sleep in their offices," they propose. "It might be worth it, even if it means Half Life 3 leaks early."
The conversation takes a humorous turn as users imagine the chaos that would ensue if Half Life 3, Elder Scrolls 6, and GTA 6 were all released in the same year. Others playfully discuss time travel and its potential implications, while one user expresses their intention to play the Half Life games once Half Life 3 is released for fun.
While the Half Life 3 release date remains uncertain, there are several upcoming games that could potentially rival its popularity when and if Valve decides to unveil the highly-anticipated game.
