Project Borealis: Prologue is an upcoming fan-made game that continues the narrative of Valve’s Half-Life series. Developed by Icebreaker Industries, this project aims to provide a conclusion to the cliffhanger left by Half-Life 2: Episode Two. The prologue is set to be released on Steam on November 11, 2024.
Watch the final trailer:
In Project Borealis: Prologue, players will revisit the snow-covered streets of Ravenholm, a location familiar to Half-Life fans. The game is built using Unreal Engine 5, offering modern graphics while preserving the original’s atmosphere. The development team has focused on recreating Half-Life 2’s movement and gameplay mechanics to ensure an authentic experience.
The project originated from Epistle 3, a blog post by former Half-Life writer Marc Laidlaw, which outlined the intended plot for Half-Life 2: Episode Three. Inspired by this, a global team of developers formed to bring the story to life, culminating in Project Borealis.
The prologue serves as a standalone experience, showcasing the game’s mechanics and setting the stage for the full Project Borealis game. It features updated visuals, an original score, and reimagined environments, aiming to deliver an experience worthy of the Half-Life legacy.
For more information and updates, visit the official Project Borealis website.
Wishlist now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2215490/Project_Borealis_Prologue
Note: Project Borealis is a fan-made project and is not affiliated with Valve Corporation.
