Valve has been quiet on the VR front since the launch of Half-Life Alyx and the Index headset. We know that Valve has been working on a standalone, wireless VR headset, codenamed Deckard. Enthusiasts were excited to discover that the headset may be launching soon, under the name 'Valve Prism', after a new webpage was discovered showcasing the headset. Unfortunately though, the Valve Prism is fake.
Read More »SteamVR 2.0 has finally arrived
Valve is finally turning its attention back to VR, starting with the long-awaited SteamVR 2.0 overhaul
Read More »Half-Life: Alyx sequel unlikely as Valve moves on from VR to Steam Deck
Valve finally made its grand return to Half-Life last year with the release of Half-Life: Alyx, which also happens to be arguably the best story-driven VR game created to date. Unfortunately, we could be waiting quite some time for a sequel, as it looks like Valve has lost interest in …
Read More »Valve’s Steam Deck APU could also be used for a standalone VR headset
This week, many outlets began posting new hands-on previews for Valve's upcoming handheld gaming PC, the Steam Deck. Interestingly, one of these previews took an interesting turn, suggesting that the Steam Deck APU could also be repurposed to power a standalone VR headset. Valve launched its own high-end VR headset, …
Read More »Valve patent suggests wireless add-on coming for Valve Index VR headset
We may have our first look at the next upgrade for the Valve Index VR headset. This week, Valve filed a patent application for a new adjustable headstrap with a wireless module. The Valve Index is one of the best VR headsets for PC gaming, but it still has the …
Read More »Valve facing Brexit issues with UK Valve Index repair requests
UK owners of Valve's VR headset, the Valve Index, are having some issues to kick off 2021. Due to Brexit and all of the associated changes in policies, Valve's UK RMA/returns system is having difficulties, leading to delays in repairs and replacements. This was pointed out to VR enthusiasts over …
Read More »Valve Index stock quickly sells out, new orders will ship in up to 10 weeks
Just as promised, yesterday the Valve Index returned to the Steam Store with new stock available, although it didn't take long for immediate availability to sell out. Around ten minutes after Valve began accepting orders again, the estimated shipping date began to slide. If you were fortunate enough to get …
Read More »The Valve Index is going to be back in stock today
Last week, we learned that Valve would be ending its long-running drought of VR headset stock, with the Valve Index due to return to the Steam store in limited quantities. Valve has since confirmed exactly when its VR kit will be available to purchase. In an email sent out to …
Read More »The Valve Index is now sold out in almost every region
Following on from Valve's announcement of Half-Life: Alyx, the VR headset market saw an immediate boost. The Valve Index swiftly began running out of stock and now just a couple of months away from the game's release, the Index has sold out in almost every country it is sold in. …
Read More »Valve Index bundles are selling out already
The Valve Index VR headset was finally revealed this week, boasting some impressive specs and improvements that should put it ahead of the VIVE Pro. The downside is that all of this new tech comes with a hefty price tag, although plenty are willing to foot the bill. The first …
Read More »Valve Index technical specs revealed alongside hefty price tag
We've known about Valve's own VR headset for quite some time but now after months of waiting, the hardware has been officially revealed. The Valve Index will open up for pre-orders today and begin shipping in June but with no announced Valve software to look forward to, buyers will need …
Read More »Valve admits Index VR leaks were accurate, confirms full announcement on May 1st
A few days ago, Valve unveiled the first official teaser for its upcoming virtual reality headset, known as the Valve Index. The plan was to have a full announcement with more details in May. However, early versions of the Steam Store page for the headset went live beforehand. Valve has …
Read More »Valve Index details leak on Steam store
Over the weekend, Valve unveiled the first official teaser for its first-party virtual reality headset. At the time, the teaser promised more information in May 2019, but it looks like a leaked Steam page beat them to the punch a little bit.
Read More »Valve preparing to launch Valve Index VR headset
It looks like the leaks were real. Today, Valve showed off its own VR headset for the first time, with a launch heading our way very soon.
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