Update: As it turns out, the companion app is outdated and has since been removed from the Google Play Store. So no Half-Life-related news at Gamescom (yet).
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Gamescom is the next big gaming expo and takes place later in August from Koelnmesse GmbH in Cologne, Germany. Several big companies like Bandai Namco, NetEase, Xbox, Bethesda and Nintendo have been confirmed, but it seems that Valve Corporation is also appearing, potentially for something Half-Life related.
A Reddit user discovered the company’s name in the list of exhibitors, despite Valve not publically announcing its appearance. It also shared images that mentioned Half-Life as its main topic. Could this be something related to Half-Life: Alyx? The long-rumored Citadel? The fabled Half-Life 3? At this point, it’s unknown.
It could even be an error with the app or, worse come worse, fake. Time will ultimately tell, so stay tuned. Gamescom 2023 runs from August 23rd to 27th, preceded by Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 22nd, where several announcements and world premieres are expected. Stay tuned for more details and updates in the coming weeks.