It was praised for its graphics, physics, animation, sound, AI and narrative and is widely considered one of the most significant video games of all time.Valve followed it up by planning for three new episodes to serve as sequels to Half-Life 2, releasing as a stand-alone purchase then as part of 2007's, which also included and introduced. And yes, the plot threads left from 'Episode 2' AND ' ' could have potentially been picked up.The start of a post by Marc Laidlaw revealing the storyline for 'Half-Life 2: Episode 3.' Click the image for the full post.Released in 2004, ' won 39 ' awards and the title of 'Game of the Decade' at the 2012. But the storyline released by Laidlaw may signal the final nail in the coffin for the beloved franchise, especially since Laidlaw left Valve last year.You'll have to read the entire thing for yourself, but just know that yes, it's heartbreaking. So long, old friends.GamespotMarc Laidlaw, the former head writer for Valve's 'Half-Life' video game franchise, posted early today what he imagined the story line would be for the highly-anticipated '.' Fans have been waiting 10 years for news of when Valve might release the third episode, or a third title entirely. Join the community in advance of Episode Three's release. Welcome to the Half-Life 2: Episode Three steam community group.

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