UnverifiedLast checked 2026-10-14
Can you play Half-Life 2 in your browser?
Short answer · updated Oct 14, 2026
As of October 14, 2026, an unofficial Half-Life 2 browser port by developers Slqnt and 98006 (WebGL 2 + WebAssembly) has been widely covered, with known gaps such as missing facial animation and video. Coverage notes it relies on copyrighted files and leaked engine code, and ABG has not verified current availability.
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Timeline
- 2026
Half-Life 2 and both episodes reported running natively in a browser at 100+ FPS.
Tom's Hardware — Half-Life 2 in the browser - 2026
Reports note missing eyes/facial animation and unsupported Bink videos.
Digital Citizen — Half-Life 2 browser port limits
Safety notes
- Never download a "launcher", .exe, or browser extension to play a browser game.
- Never enter your Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, or Google password on a port site.
- Expect copycat domains after every takedown — many re-uploads are ad farms or worse.
- On a school Chromebook, follow your school’s acceptable-use policy.
Half-Life 2 browser FAQ
Is Half-Life 2 in the browser official?
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No. It is an unofficial fan port; Valve has not released Half-Life 2 for browsers.
Why do characters have no eyes in the Half-Life 2 browser port?
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Coverage reports the port is missing facial animation and some rendering features.