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.
- Release date
- Nov 19, 1998
- Developer
- Valve
- Publisher
- Valve
- Genres
- Action
Half-Life
Cloud Gaming
1. Buy the game
2. Play with cloud gaming
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.
- Release date
- Nov 19, 1998
- Developer
- Valve
- Publisher
- Valve
- Genres
- Action
MEDIA
Game Access
Do you need to own Half-Life to play it via cloud gaming?
Yes. On GeForce NOW, you need to own Half-Life on Steam. On Boosteroid, you need to own Half-Life on Steam.
Is Half-Life included with cloud gaming subscriptions?
No. Half-Life is not included in a cloud gaming subscription. On GeForce NOW, you need to own Half-Life on Steam. On Boosteroid, you need to own Half-Life on Steam.
Which cloud gaming services support Half-Life?
Half-Life is currently available on: GeForce NOW (via Steam); Boosteroid (via Steam).
Browser & Installation
Can you play Half-Life in a web browser?
Yes. Half-Life can be played in a web browser via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid. No software installation is required.
Do you need to download Half-Life to play it via cloud gaming?
No. When streaming via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid, Half-Life runs entirely on remote servers. Nothing is downloaded or installed on your device.
Can you play Half-Life without installing any app?
Yes. Browser play is supported. Native apps are also available for better performance: GeForce NOW: Windows & Android app, iOS via browser; Boosteroid: Windows app, mobile via browser.
Compatible Devices
On which devices can you play Half-Life via cloud gaming?
Via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid, Half-Life can be streamed on Windows PC, Mac, Chromebook, Android, and iPhone/iPad via browser. GeForce NOW and Boosteroid also work on many Linux setups and handheld browsers.
Can you play Half-Life on mobile devices?
Yes. Half-Life is playable on mobile via GeForce NOW and Boosteroid. GeForce NOW: Windows & Android app, iOS via browser Boosteroid: Windows app, mobile via browser
Price & Subscription
Can you play Half-Life for free on cloud gaming?
No. Half-Life is a paid game. On GeForce NOW, you need to own Half-Life on Steam. On Boosteroid, you need to own Half-Life on Steam. GeForce NOW offers a free tier, while paid plans improve session length and streaming quality. Boosteroid requires a paid subscription.
Do you need a subscription to play Half-Life on cloud gaming?
It depends on the service. GeForce NOW offers a free tier, while paid plans improve session length and streaming quality. Boosteroid requires a paid subscription.
