Half-Life: Blue Shift
Developed by Gearbox Software · Published by Valve
At a glance
Overview
An action game by Gearbox Software, published by Valve — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Made by Gearbox Software and originally released in 2001 as an add-on to Half-Life, Blue Shift is a return to the Black Mesa Research Facility in which you play as Barney Calhoun, the security guard sidekick who helped Gordon out of so many sticky situations.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Half-Life: Blue Shift.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- 500 mhz processor, 96mb ram, 16mb video card, Windows XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection
- 800 mhz processor, 128mb ram, 32mb+ video card, Windows XP, Mouse, Keyboard, Internet Connection
Supported languages (3)
Half-Life: Blue Shift FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Half-Life: Blue Shift?
Steam classifies Half-Life: Blue Shift as a Action game, developed by Gearbox Software. Made by Gearbox Software and originally released in 2001 as an add-on to Half-Life, Blue Shift is a return to the Black Mesa Research Facility in which you play as Barney Calhoun, the security guard sidekick who helped Gordon out of so many sticky situations.
How much does Half-Life: Blue Shift cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Half-Life: Blue Shift at $0.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Half-Life: Blue Shift single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Half-Life: Blue Shift: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Half-Life: Blue Shift on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Half-Life: Blue Shift for Windows, macOS, Linux. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Half-Life: Blue Shift out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jun 1, 2001.
What platforms is Half-Life: Blue Shift on?
Half-Life: Blue Shift is listed for Windows, macOS, Linux on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Half-Life: Blue Shift single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Half-Life: Blue Shift cost?
Steam lists it at $0.99.
What is Half-Life: Blue Shift's Metacritic score?
Half-Life: Blue Shift has a Metacritic score of 71/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Half-Life: Blue Shift?
Half-Life: Blue Shift is developed by Gearbox Software and published by Valve.
Where to get Half-Life: Blue Shift
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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