Release Candidate by end of month?

[Power and Glory]

This is from Planet Half-Life by Pratt:

Several people are reporting to us that they have been in touch with Gabe in response to his "Steam" emails, and that Gabe has been revealing an RC (release candidate) by month's end.

I haven't had a chance to speak to Gabe yet, but I will confirm this with him as soon as possible.

Note: Do not confuse gold status or release date with RC. These are three different things.