'Half-Life 3' release date rumors and news: 2018 release highly possible?

Promotional image for "Half-Life 2" featuring the characters Alyx Vance and Dr. Gordon Freeman. | Valve Software official website

Millions of "Half-Life" fans all over the world are pretty excited to know more about the upcoming development and release of the video game's much awaited third installment. Since the release of the second installment over a decade ago, rumors have been circulating regarding the production of "Half-Life 3." Several reports have emerged suggesting that the game might come out in 2018, which in time for the game's 20th anniversary.

Despite the silence of game developer Valve Corporation with regard to the reports about the game, "Half-Life 3" has remained to be a favorite subject of numerous rumors and speculations all over the Internet.

In a previous report by Game N Guide, the publication said that the third installment of the highly popular video game series will come out in 2018 with virtual reality or VR support. There are reports saying that the current collaboration between Valve and the Taiwanese tech giant, HTC, to make a VR headset may have something to do with the development of "Half-Life 3."

In a report by iTechPost, Valve is already working on the game. However, only one-third of the whole Valve workforce are currently working on it; hence, the slow development. Nonetheless, the company is said to be preparing for a 2018 launching of "Half-Life 3," which is also the year the game will celebrate its 20th anniversary.

Meanwhile, in a report by Ecumenical News, "Half-Life 3" is not the only sequel from Valve Corporation that fans are looking forward to. According to the publication, many players are also hoping for the game developer to release another "Left for Dead" installment.

As of the moment, fans will have to wait for the company to make an official announcement with regard to the development and release of "Half-Life 3." Until then, all rumors and speculations must be taken with a grain of salt.

Stay tuned for more news and updates about "Half-Life 3."