10 Highlights

• Valve marks 20 years of 'Half-Life 2' with major updates, integrating new insights from unseen Episode 3 footage.
• 'Half-Life 2' and its expansions are free to play until November 18, celebrating its milestone anniversary.
• • Players can access new developer commentary and behind-the-scenes content, enhancing understanding of the game's creation.
  • Graphics and controls have been enhanced, offering a refreshed experience for both new and veteran players.
  • A new documentary reveals creative struggles, including insights from Gabe Newell on Episode 3's proposed innovations.
  • Footage from the documentary shows Episode 3's ice gun and 'Silver Surfer' mode, offering a glimpse of unmade content.
  • Episode 3 was to feature dynamic 'hoppy blob' enemies using Portal's gel tech, broadening gameplay possibilities.
  • Valve integrates Steam Workshop support, introducing multiple gameplay improvements and community interactions.
  • Special edition book 'Raising the Bar' explores previously unreleased developer insights into the Half-Life series.
  • Valve's 20th anniversary update unites original developers, reinforcing its commitment to pushing gaming boundaries.