It may well be that Valve is biding its time and is waiting for the right moment to launch a VR exclusive “Half-Life 3,” so that it becomes a real driver for VR and won’t put the publisher out of pocket.
Amid rumors of its impending release, there are also reports saying that the game has already been canceled by Valve Corporation for good.
The cancellation rumors began when series writer Marc Laidlaw decided to quit the development of the next video game of the franchise as well as the retirement of animator Doug Wood.
In a recent interview following his departure from the franchise, Laidlaw confirmed that he had officially retired from Valve and as such, he was no longer privy to any new developments. He added that he no longer speaks for Valve.
He added that it would be inappropriate for him to answer questions or speculate openly regarding the fate of the franchise.
The writer said that he still considers Valve as his second home because he has worked for the company for 18 years. He disclosed that he came to a decision to retire because he felt that he needed to take a break from the chaotic environment of game production. He also said that he will pursue self-directed writing projects.