Unfortunately, as the PC specs above imply, Quest owners will need to connect the headset to a capable PC with a compatible USB-C cable (sold separately) in order to play Half-Life: Alyx. The Quest itself (with two controllers) sells for $399 or $499, depending on its storage space. The Oculus Quest VR headset has the advantage of being wire-free ("untethered") for many games, allowing for unhindered movement during play. The Cosmos Elite - which also comes with Half-Life: Alyx - has packed-in base stations for tracking and includes higher-quality controllers, totaling $899. The Cosmos, which comes with a headset and controllers for $699, does not require base stations for tracking. The Pro headsets are higher-end, ranging from $599 to $1,199, depending on which compatible components from other VR systems (base stations, controllers, etc.) a buyer might already have. HTC offers varying levels of performance with its three Vive series. The Index headset's sales doubled after the game was announced, so it appears Valve is still struggling to meet demand. At the time of writing, new Index orders won't ship for another eight weeks. A bundle can be purchased with the controllers and two headset-tracking "base stations" for $999, and those who purchase any Index bundle receive Half-Life: Alyx for free. On its own, it costs $499, with controllers sold separately for $279. The Index is Valve's 2019 answer to the long-running battle of third-party VR headsets. Related: Valve Reveals The Biggest Challenge Of Half-Life 2's Development Valve Index Half-Life: Alyx's System Requirementsīelow is a breakdown of each VR headset that supports Half-Life: Alyx, via The Verge. Keep in mind that these headsets will only support the game if the PCs they're paired with meet the aforementioned minimum system requirements. Here's everything players need to play Half-Life: Alyx. That limits it to a few VR headsets and high-perfomance PCs. Valve's innovation and polish means Half-Life: Alyx requires a lot of advanced tech to run well. Related: Half-Life: Alyx's Twitch Viewers Are Way Higher Than Its Current Players At least from a gameplay standpoint, Half-Life: Alyx reviews report the decision may have been worth the risk. Valve's full development force behind a VR title could propel the medium forward, but it also seemed like a big risk, as VR's high cost meant the game would have a limited install base. Valve surprised the gaming world with the announcement that its long-awaited return to Half-Life would be via the VR-only Alyx.
Only certain VR headsets are compatible with Half-Life: Alyx, and the game also comes with some demanding minimum PC system requirements. Barriers to entry are high for Half-Life: Alyx, as Valve's long-awaited return to the series requires quite the robust VR setup.
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