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Steam app 70 · updated 10 Sep 2026, 17:22 UTC

Half-Life

Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world.

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Game information

Updated 10 Sep 2026, 17:22 UTC
App ID
70
Product type
Game
Developer
Valve
Publisher
Valve
Release date
19 Nov, 1998
Release status
Released
Early Access
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Action
Game modes
Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP
Controller support
Full
Declared DRM
Achievements
Steam Deck
Verified
Metacritic
96

Features & support

Steam features

Keyboard Only OptionSteam CloudValve Anti-Cheat enabledRemote Play on PhoneRemote Play on TabletFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support

Accessibility

Color AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyPlayable without Timed InputSave AnytimeStereo Sound

Popular tags

FPSClassic1990'sSci-fiSingleplayerMultiplayerShooterActionFirst-PersonAliensSilent ProtagonistStory RichAtmosphericGoreRetroModdableAdventureAction-AdventureDifficultPvP
About this gameFull description from Steam
Named Game of the Year by over 50 publications, Valve's debut title blends action and adventure with award-winning technology to create a frighteningly realistic world where players must think to survive. Also includes an exciting multiplayer mode that allows you to play against friends and enemies around the world.
Content & age ratingsSteam content notice · 3 regional ratings

Content notice

Half-Life includes some weapons-based violence throughout the game.

Regional ratings

AGCOM16Violenza · Paura
DEJUS14Violência
IGRS18Kekerasan · Horor · Interaksi Daring
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: 500 mhz processor, 96mb ram, 16mb video card, Windows XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection Recommended: 800 mhz processor, 128mb ram, 32mb+ video card, Windows XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection

Recommended

macOS

Minimum: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.3, 1GB RAM, 4GB Hard Drive Space,NVIDIA GeForce 8 or higher, ATI X1600 or higher, or Intel HD 3000 or higher Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection

Linux

Minimum: Linux Ubuntu 12.04, Dual-core from Intel or AMD at 2.8 GHz, 1GB Memory, nVidia GeForce 8600/9600GT, ATI/AMD Radeaon HD2600/3600 (Graphic Drivers: nVidia 310, AMD 12.11), OpenGL 2.1, 4GB Hard Drive Space, OpenAL Compatible Sound Card
Supported languages8 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
French
German
Italian
Spanish - Spain
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers
AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements