Valve Leaker Links Deadlock to Half-Life Series

Valve Leaker Links Deadlock to Half-Life Series

Key Takeaways

  • One leaker believes that Deadlock was originally set in the Half-Life universe.
  • Initially, the game took place during the seven-hour war.
  • Currently in its closed alpha stage, Deadlock has seen positive feedback, though no official release date has been announced.

As a long-time fan of Valve and the Half-Life series, I can’t help but feel a twinge of nostalgia hearing that Deadlock was almost set in the Half-Life universe. The thought of a new Half-Life game has been like a mirage in the desert for over a decade, and this revelation adds another layer to the mystery.


A trusted source who has leaked information from Valve hints at Deadlock as being connected with the Half-Life universe. At present, Deadlock is in a closed alpha stage, allowing players to extend invites to all their contacts. The game was not announced until quite recently following discussions about a hero shooter MOBA gaining popularity.

Before the release of Deadlock, it was already gaining popularity on Steam. At its peak, more than 98,000 players were enjoying the game at the time of writing. Developed by Valve, Deadlock combines elements from Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) and hero shooter genres, allowing players to choose from a diverse roster of characters. The main objective in Deadlock is to be the first team to eliminate the Patron situated in the enemy base. Players make their way to the enemy base through lanes similar to those found in games like League of Legends and SMITE. The game is set in a steampunk world, although hints suggest that this wasn’t its original theme.

As an avid fan, I’ve just come across some intriguing insights about Half-Life 3 from a reliable source within Valve known as Gabe Follower. In his latest video, he shares his convictions that Half-Life 3 is indeed underway, and he even hints at the possibility that Deadlock was initially conceived within the Half-Life universe. Over the past three years, this trusted insider has been dropping tantalizing leaks about a game in the Half-Life universe being developed, with mounting evidence to support his claims.

Deadlock Was Almost a Half-Life Game

The leaker discusses how difficult it was to determine which game was under development. According to the leaks, Deadlock was initially known by several working titles and took place during the seven-hour war. This war took place in the Half-Life universe when the alien forces of the Combine fought against humanity and was given its name because it only took the Combine that long to defeat Earth’s United Nations. Half-Life is seen as one of the best first-person shooters in history, with a potential third title that has been in limbo for over a decade. Deadlock would have been very different if Valve had gone in this direction, but eventually, it transformed into its own game.

Despite the announcement of Deadlock, it might still be several years before we see its complete release. Prior to the official unveiling, Deadlock was one of Valve’s most anticipated projects, with Valve starting an invite-only alpha on Steam as early as May 2024. Currently, the game boasts 21 playable characters and offers a brief tutorial to help new players grasp the gameplay mechanics before diving into a match.

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2024-08-29 20:13