In a recent discussion, Marc Laidlaw, a former writer at Valve, candidly expressed his views on retirement and the future of the beloved Half-Life series. Laidlaw remarked, “Definitely the Half-Life part of my life is way behind me.”

During the interview, he reflected on the impact of his longtime career in gaming, emphasizing the need for fresh perspectives in game development, stating, “We need new stuff, [not] me going ‘Well the G-Man wouldn’t do that in my day’.”

Highlights from the Interview:

1. Laidlaw feels removed from current developments at Valve and noted the industry’s shift since his departure in 2016.
2. He humorously shared that when Death Stranding launched, he wished he could contribute, saying, “Does Kojima know I’m available?”
3. Laidlaw hasn’t engaged with Half-Life: Alyx and feels it’s time for new voices to shape the franchise’s future. “It’s not really my place to intervene,” he explained.

As the gaming world looks back on the legacy of Half-Life, Laidlaw’s reflections resonate, reminding fans of both the triumphs and the changing tides of the industry.