The gaming world is about to experience a seismic shift that’ll make tech bros in Silicon Valley drop their kombucha.

After what feels like an eternity of speculation, rumors are swirling that Valve Software’s mythical “Half-Life 3” isn’t just vaporware anymore. Insider Tyler McVicker dropped a bombshell suggesting the game isn’t just in development - it’s fully playable from start to finish.

The Long Wait Is Over

For context, the last mainline Half-Life game launched in 2007. That’s longer than some of our readers have been alive. The gaming community has basically turned “Half-Life 3 confirmed” into an internet meme, with hopes dashed more times than a startup’s pitch deck.

Behind the Scenes

Development reportedly began around 2013, with potential features including procedurally generated levels. McVicker claims the game is now in optimization and polishing stages, suggesting an actual release might be imminent.

What We Know

This isn’t a rehash of the previously announced Episode Three. Instead, it’s a completely new entry that follows Half-Life: Alyx, the VR-exclusive title from 2020. Valve seems to be quietly cooking up something that could reignite the franchise and potentially revolutionize first-person shooter gameplay.

Until official confirmation, take these rumors with a grain of salt - but maybe, just maybe, the cake isn’t a lie this time.