# @aiupdates.hub on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2026-08-22T16:33:25.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Artificial Intelligence (Ai) •Technology • Robotics (@aiupdates.hub) — https://gondola.cc/aiupdates.hub

## Caption

Gabe Newell made a rare public appearance during the opening of The International 2026 in Shanghai, and fans were quick to notice how different he looked.

The Valve co-founder appeared in a video message welcoming players and viewers to Dota 2’s biggest event. His noticeably slimmer appearance immediately became a talking point online, with longtime fans comparing his latest appearance to photos from previous years.

Newell has largely remained out of the public eye in recent years, making the appearance stand out even more.

At 63, he is still one of gaming’s most recognizable names and remains closely associated with Valve, Steam, Half-Life, Counter-Strike, and Dota 2.

Naturally, the gaming community had plenty to say — from genuine congratulations to the usual memes and jokes about Valve and the never-ending wait for Half-Life 3. 🎮😂

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dota2, valve, gabenewell, theinternational, halflife3

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