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Every Half-Life game, in release order

There are 10 main Half-Life games, from Half-Life (1998) to Half-Life: Alyx (2020). The page also lists 7 remasters, ports, compilations and spin-offs.

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Where to start

Start with Half-Life (1998), the first game in the series.

Main Half-Life games

Remasters, re-releases and add-ons

Spin-offs and crossovers

FAQ
How many Half-Life games are there?

There are 10 main Half-Life games, from Half-Life (1998) to Half-Life: Alyx (2020). The page also lists 7 remasters, ports, compilations and spin-offs. Updated November 2026.

In what order should I play Half-Life?

Play the main Half-Life games in release order: Half-Life (1998), Half-Life: Uplink (1999), Codename: Gordon (2004), Half-Life 2 (2004), Half-Life 2: Deathmatch (2004), Half-Life 2: Lost Coast (2005), Half-Life Deathmatch: Source (2006), Guard Duty (2019), Black Mesa (2020), Half-Life: Alyx (2020). Remasters and ports are listed apart: play the version available on your platform.

How long does it take to beat every Half-Life game?

About 29 hours for the main story of the 5 main Half-Life games that have a HowLongToBeat time, out of 10.

What is the latest Half-Life game?

The latest Half-Life game is Half-Life: Alyx, released in 2020.