Half-Life: Alyx

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9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 2812 Ratings

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  1. OOa007
    Apr 5, 2023
    10
    Best VR game ever.... so far! I'm super happy they brought us back to Half Life. Everything is perfect story Graphics control gameplay voice acting all perfect
  2. MattchewHawk
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    This is hands down the best VR game ever to be made. Its as ground-breaking as Half Life 2 was when that came out. It changed everything. And this has changed the fact that you can make a compelling game in VR, a big budget VR blockbuster. The game itself is just perfect. I love the characters, Russell being the standout for me. His witty lines kept me chuckling throughout. But this isThis is hands down the best VR game ever to be made. Its as ground-breaking as Half Life 2 was when that came out. It changed everything. And this has changed the fact that you can make a compelling game in VR, a big budget VR blockbuster. The game itself is just perfect. I love the characters, Russell being the standout for me. His witty lines kept me chuckling throughout. But this is what Valve does best. They make amazing games. This is a thing of beauty when you play it. I've never forgotten I was playing a video game before. But this happened while playing this, someone spoke to me while I was playing and for a second I had to work out where the sound came from. It's the first time I've ever lost myself like that in a game. You know what, I'm submitting this review and I'm going to go play some more.… Expand
  3. skairymas
    Jan 5, 2022
    10
    Long time ago I was played Half Life-2 and sometimes my hands trembled and sweated. This was amazing game, very convincing and empathetic. Today many games is nothing worth, like new Assassin's Creed series, new Far Cry series, and others...
    But Alyx! Alyx is super game, very impressive!
    My hands tremble and sweat again!
    It's incredible! A rare game today leaves such an impression
  4. Neptar
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    Sensational game. Not only is this the best VR game so far. It's up there with the absolute greats. If you have a vr headset that's compatible with this game and you haven't played it, you need to!
  5. ShadowMan64
    Apr 11, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best VR games out there. Everything about it is incredible. Best of all, it's Valve finally diving back into Half-Life. Play this game if you can. It's amazing. No gameplay videos can do it justice.
  6. Axilley
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
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  7. Godryc_
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    I've been playing PC games since 1989 and Alyx easily rankes among my top 5 best games ever played. Half-Life has always been on the forefront of what is technologically possible on PC and Alyx is no exception. With Alyx Valve has set a new standard for VR.

    Unfortunately there are a lot of haters out there that are review bombing this game. It isn't that they don't like the game. They    I've been playing PC games since 1989 and Alyx easily rankes among my top 5 best games ever played. Half-Life has always been on the forefront of what is technologically possible on PC and Alyx is no exception. With Alyx Valve has set a new standard for VR.

    Unfortunately there are a lot of haters out there that are review bombing this game. It isn't that they don't like the game. They would like it if they were able to play it. They are just mad that they can't play because they don't have a VR headset. Exclusives have always existed on any platform, but not being able to play an exclusive is no reason to dislike the game.    … Expand
  8. Galactica
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Half-Life: Alyx is a breathtaking experience. With the new source 2 engine the game feels and looks amazing. It wouldn't surprise me if this becomes the #1 reason to buy a VR system from the cheapest (used Oculus Rift ~250€) to the most expensive (brand new Valve Index => 1080€). The new quality standard for a VR game has been set by Valve who in the past developed newer Half-Life gamesHalf-Life: Alyx is a breathtaking experience. With the new source 2 engine the game feels and looks amazing. It wouldn't surprise me if this becomes the #1 reason to buy a VR system from the cheapest (used Oculus Rift ~250€) to the most expensive (brand new Valve Index => 1080€). The new quality standard for a VR game has been set by Valve who in the past developed newer Half-Life games with the intend to push technology.

    I playing this title on a Oculus Rift (not S) and reached Chapter 4 Superweapon. If you have a friend who owns a VR kit or find a used one of somebody whose not interested any more, take the opportunity and buy Alyx; you wont regret it.    … Expand
  9. agentbinky
    Dec 1, 2022
    0
    This game makes every other Virtual Reality "effort" almost an embarrassment by comparison. Say what you will about Valve and their taxes and hats, they almost always hit a home run when it comes to game development.
  10. FixerReaper
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    You won't find a better vr game than half life alyx, this is a worthy return of my favorite series from my childhood. I am extremely grateful to the developers for this experience, and I am very sorry for those people who can not try to play it. Watching streams and video games is useless other than learning the plot, since the gameplay will look boring to you if you really don'tYou won't find a better vr game than half life alyx, this is a worthy return of my favorite series from my childhood. I am extremely grateful to the developers for this experience, and I am very sorry for those people who can not try to play it. Watching streams and video games is useless other than learning the plot, since the gameplay will look boring to you if you really don't understand how VR works. Yes, it may not be what you expected, but please do not underestimate the game's rating, judging by the ending and what valv says, there are plans to really develop the series further. It all depends on the success of Alix. Releasing a game only for virtual reality is a decent price for developing a product that is innovative in every sense. Physics, graphics, sounds, shooting, ambient, music, a new, fresh look at the universe and a lot of small details closely related to the history of the game world, which I stared at in the game for dozens of minutes, and from the very end almost lost consciousness. This is a really great game that set the quality bar for VR projects for years to come and attracted the interest of many people who don't even know anything about headsets. P.S. I urge everyone who has not played the game not to put a bad rating on the game. Optimization by the way is excellent I have 1060 6gb and i5 9-series and it goes great, for all time there were only two fpsdrops, which I can not say about the same Boneworks.… Expand
  11. Ferlock
    Feb 24, 2022
    9
    An insane VR experience, the best by far. HL:ALYX looks like a PC video game, it is insane how they have been anle to create this world where you can interact with everything along with those beaautiful graphics.
    Valve has set a new standard for VR games,
  12. Doomtack
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    The absolute very best gaming experience I've ever had! Played on a Valve Index.
  13. ErKaf
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    Its the BEST Story-Game i ever played!
    Just buy it its a masterpiece!

    Best Half-Life, Best VR-Game, Best AAA title, Best Story-Game i LOVE it.
  14. EveryLevel
    Jan 25, 2022
    10
    Only thing that can be said Masterpiece. Greatest VR game.
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  15. wheelsbot7
    Feb 6, 2023
    10
    It's a shame this is the only truly AAA VR exclusive currently out, but God Damn, there hasn't been a system-seller this compelling since Super Mario 64. It's good to know Valve hasn't given up on game development, or the half-life franchise. Here's hoping this wasn't a outlier.
  16. Kintastic
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    Great example of what VR can do. Great story and physics. Great interaction with items. Great everything.
  17. moonlaba
    Jan 17, 2022
    10
    일반적인 게임으로 본다면 약간 식상한 작품일수도 있지만 VR로 본다면 보석중의 보석임을. 이 작품의 출현으로 우린 이제 VR로는 이런것도 할 수 있다라고 자랑할 수 있게됬다.
  18. Solaris123
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Best game i ever play in vr, valve is king of gaming , cd project and naughty dog is boring amator developer for kids , this is real revolution of gaming not boring witcher 3 and even more boring the last of us.Amen
  19. Kelen
    Oct 13, 2021
    8
    8/10 - Very good.
    (after 27 hours of playing & completing the game)
    A sensational VR game, it restores my faith in this universe. A slightly horror-like atmosphere, a sensational ending. Fighting with melee weapons is missing. Shooting is very enjoyable, the need to manually reload the weapon is really cool. You can pick up a lot of items and even deflect a jumping headcrab with    8/10 - Very good.
    (after 27 hours of playing & completing the game)

    A sensational VR game, it restores my faith in this universe. A slightly horror-like atmosphere, a sensational ending.

    Fighting with melee weapons is missing.
    Shooting is very enjoyable, the need to manually reload the weapon is really cool.

    You can pick up a lot of items and even deflect a jumping headcrab with them, but it won't deal any damage to him.

    Unique VR experience.
    I played the game slowly and played with everything I could find.
    Great graphics and lots of beautiful places. It was a really fun experience to play through this game

    I was playing VR on Oculus Quest 2 and Samsung HMD Odyssey + (Windows Mixed Reality)    … Expand
  20. rezic
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    Half-Life: Alyx takes VR to the next level with its immersive story and locales, combined with superb gameplay and intriguing puzzles. As a Half-Life fan I definitely think this is a worthy entry to the series, and while I understand that the game being VR only is a letdown for many, I can not imagine this game on any other platform.

    The only letdown for me personally is the lack of any    Half-Life: Alyx takes VR to the next level with its immersive story and locales, combined with superb gameplay and intriguing puzzles. As a Half-Life fan I definitely think this is a worthy entry to the series, and while I understand that the game being VR only is a letdown for many, I can not imagine this game on any other platform.

    The only letdown for me personally is the lack of any proper melee combat, which will reduce the score a point for me, honestly. Nevertheless, the game has exceeded my expectations, and I hope that those who are sitting on the sidelines without a VR headset get the chance to play it in the near future. The wait was definitely worth it!    … Expand
  21. PMS_Jordan
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    After 15 years, I can say it was worth the wait to be back in the Half Life universe. This truly is Valve pushing the VR medium and the Half Life series forwards in a major way. This game is the AAA VR title that VR users were waiting for. Its the most polished VR game I have ever played by far. Plus it stands toe to toe with any Half Life game and is welcome addition to the franchise. isAfter 15 years, I can say it was worth the wait to be back in the Half Life universe. This truly is Valve pushing the VR medium and the Half Life series forwards in a major way. This game is the AAA VR title that VR users were waiting for. Its the most polished VR game I have ever played by far. Plus it stands toe to toe with any Half Life game and is welcome addition to the franchise. is the first 10/10 I have ever given.

    TLDR: I absolutely adore it! *Must buy*    … Expand
  22. splix_es
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    вроже не плохо, хорошая графика даже в принципе, для массового потребления норм
  23. Bylambda
    Mar 25, 2020
    9
    What an incredible game!
    The way of using my VR headset was so satisfying! Really well mixed between realistic interactions and easy and simple enough to enjoy without frustrations
  24. weiert
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Офигенная игра! Буду на ютубе смотреть т.к. я бомж :)
    Не понимаю почему вокруг этой игры столько хейта... :(
  25. OccupyGames
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    God yes! This is the best VR game ever! Valve has out done themselves as always. This is the game that will usher in the VR age of video games. The environments and the level of interaction and polish are outstanding. I feel the fear and the intensity when it's presented. I hope everyone eventually gets to play this master piece and enjoy it as much as I have. Let's not forget that thisGod yes! This is the best VR game ever! Valve has out done themselves as always. This is the game that will usher in the VR age of video games. The environments and the level of interaction and polish are outstanding. I feel the fear and the intensity when it's presented. I hope everyone eventually gets to play this master piece and enjoy it as much as I have. Let's not forget that this game will also be modded and new games will be created from it's amazing foundation just like HL2.… Expand
  26. 01takeiteasy
    Mar 25, 2020
    10
    Incredible game, another really AAA game for VR (vr has already some AAA games but this one is best of all hands down). The graphics are a next level of quality in VR , the mechanics are also excellent, the story and sound are superb. To score this game you have to play it yourself in VR, youtube videos make not justice. I was expecting a quality game like this for years, i hope we dontIncredible game, another really AAA game for VR (vr has already some AAA games but this one is best of all hands down). The graphics are a next level of quality in VR , the mechanics are also excellent, the story and sound are superb. To score this game you have to play it yourself in VR, youtube videos make not justice. I was expecting a quality game like this for years, i hope we dont have to wait too much time to see more games polished like this one, it sets a new bar at least in graphics, storytelling and mechanics. I can´t believe angry people scoring low the game only because is a VR exclusive game.… Expand
  27. Cassoes
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Visually this game is incredibly gorgeous and realistic, Functionally it's super enjoyable, and the characters and plot really seal the deal for it. One of the best games I have ever played
  28. Felcorn
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    I've been playing for more than 25 years and this is the first time I bother writing a review. This game is AMAZING and EVERYONE needs to play this. I know that a VR setup and the headset is expensive but I really think it worth it. My only complaint is, I feel like there should be more enemies in the game, especially combine soldiers. It's soo much fun to fight against them but theI've been playing for more than 25 years and this is the first time I bother writing a review. This game is AMAZING and EVERYONE needs to play this. I know that a VR setup and the headset is expensive but I really think it worth it. My only complaint is, I feel like there should be more enemies in the game, especially combine soldiers. It's soo much fun to fight against them but the system only releases 2-4 enemies at a time..by the time I warm up, it's already finished. Still, amazing game, if this is not a 10 out of 10 (vr) game for some people, I honestly don't know what is.… Expand
  29. TwixPheonix555
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. what a game.the decision to make it VR was phenomenal,it feels so amazing.genuinenly on half life standards and the ending settleted it.sure cant wait for half life 3 and im happy to see it being confirmed.… Expand
  30. Msaq
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    One of the best game I’ve ever played. The story and ending are a complete masterpiece. This game is made for everyone. VR can be finicky and make you sick, I’m looking at you boneworks and hot dogs and hand grenades, but Half Life Alyx is just perfect. I can’t wait for HL3:VR.
  31. Gaurav22434
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    I have no words. It is an incredible game I've ever played in my entire life.
  32. Apokalypz
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    The best VR has to offer, and it isn't even close. Created an account just to post this review. Makes VR a gamer must buy, get on the train if you haven't already or you'll be left at the station complaining to the homeless man in the corner.
  33. aamike68
    Mar 31, 2020
    10
    Simply the best vr game available and an incredible half life game. Too notch, I hope the rest of the franchise is in VR!
  34. Wazalike
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    Not just an exeptional game, but the best game i ever player cause it's not just a game, it's an expérience.
    No spoil just play this incredible game
  35. RickOnAStick
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    An absolutely masterful work of art. This game feels like a game from the future, and it sets the standard for what video games should be moving forward -- VR or not. I cannot recommend this game enough. 10/10, masterpiece.
  36. GatoShinx
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    Increible, Valve siempre innovando en todo y esta vez no ha sido la excepción, la immersividad, la ambientación, la diversidad de situaciones que se complementan unas con las otras y sobre todo la interactividad con el mundo, es una obra mestra
  37. ahmetay
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    best VR game, petting headcrabs and playing piano was cute btw.
    valve did a critical job to jumpstart VR gaming :)
  38. Thejodjeremie
    Jan 24, 2022
    8
    I played the game through oculus quest 2 link cable and I really enjoyed it.the graphics looked good to me. The music, gameplay, and story were all awesome.
  39. TestyDungeon
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    Half life alyx.............................................................
  40. ProfAmateur
    Mar 21, 2021
    9
    Dieses Spiel ist der Durchbruch für VR-Gaming. Sicher kann man einige Sachen verbessern aber es ist eine echte Pionierarbeit.
  41. hoanns
    Oct 16, 2020
    8
    A really cool vr game with a long story and well thought out VR interactions
  42. getnid
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    The best VR game to date and a fantastic continuation of the half-life saga, It's the closest thing we got to a half life 3.
  43. Goorman1996
    Jun 24, 2022
    8
    Probably the best VR title so far. I'm not going to debate weather that game has exceeded my own expectations or not, but this is a worthy continuation.
  44. Starnas
    Jan 28, 2022
    9
    Half Life: Alyx really shows the potential of what VR gaming has to offer. It clearly shows that there are some experiences only VR can accomplish, and I'm 100% certain it laid the groundworks for triple A VR games to come out in the future. Is it a perfect game on it's own? No. But it does have a unique experience you can't replicate in a non-VR way.
  45. Onlyclassicvg1
    Feb 1, 2021
    10
    Half-Life: Alyx es un videojuego perteneciente al género de disparos en primera persona en realidad virtual (VR) desarrollado y publicado por Valve Corporation. Es el primer videojuego de la serie Half-Life desde el lanzamiento de Half-Life 2: Episode Two en 2007, y tiene lugar entre los eventos de Half-Life y Half-Life 2. La historia sigue a Alyx Vance, quien aparece como personajeHalf-Life: Alyx es un videojuego perteneciente al género de disparos en primera persona en realidad virtual (VR) desarrollado y publicado por Valve Corporation. Es el primer videojuego de la serie Half-Life desde el lanzamiento de Half-Life 2: Episode Two en 2007, y tiene lugar entre los eventos de Half-Life y Half-Life 2. La historia sigue a Alyx Vance, quien aparece como personaje jugador por primera vez, y su padre Eli en su lucha contra una ocupación de la Tierra por la Alianza. 1El videojuego fue desarrollado usando el motor Source 2 y funciona con todos los visores compatibles con SteamVR, incluyendo a Valve Index, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift y Windows Mixed Reality. Su lanzamiento se produjo el 23 de marzo de 2020.1​… Expand
  46. schatwal96
    Sep 18, 2020
    10
    his. This is the greatest VR game ever made, and the greatest game ever made for half life fans. The ending is spetacular, the writing is amazing, the music is perfect, and the Final hour and the Jeff chapter is something everyone has to experiance. This game is worth buying a PC and a headset for. (I played on the rift s) But MAKE SURE you play Half life: source or Black Mesa, Half life 2his. This is the greatest VR game ever made, and the greatest game ever made for half life fans. The ending is spetacular, the writing is amazing, the music is perfect, and the Final hour and the Jeff chapter is something everyone has to experiance. This game is worth buying a PC and a headset for. (I played on the rift s) But MAKE SURE you play Half life: source or Black Mesa, Half life 2 and both the episodes. Trust me. I know it is a game that takes place in between Half life 1 and 2, but trust me. Play them first. This game won't be amazing without the character development from both games. This game isn't as free as boneworks, as you doesnt have as much interactivity, but everything else is much better. This is an absolute 10/10, and is the game of year for me (if cyberpunk doesn't beat it)… Expand
  47. mastersnoop454
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    A game of grandeur

    We're no strangers to love You know the rules and so do I A full commitment's what I'm thinking of You wouldn't get this from any other guy I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt    A game of grandeur


    We're no strangers to love
    You know the rules and so do I
    A full commitment's what I'm thinking of
    You wouldn't get this from any other guy
    I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling
    Gotta make you understand
    Never gonna give you up
    Never gonna let you down
    Never gonna run around and desert you
    Never gonna make you cry
    Never gonna say goodbye
    Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
    We've known each other for so long
    Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it
    Inside we both know what's been going on
    We know the game and we're gonna play it
    And if you ask me how I'm feeling
    Don't tell me you're too blind to see
    Never gonna give you up
    Never gonna let you down
    Never gonna run around and desert you
    Never gonna make you cry
    Never gonna say goodbye
    Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
    Never gonna give you up
    Never gonna let you down
    Never gonna run around and desert you
    Never gonna make you cry
    Never gonna say goodbye
    Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
    Never gonna give, never gonna give
    (Give you up)
    (Ooh) Never gonna give, never gonna give
    (Give you up)
    We've known each other for so long
    Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it
    Inside we both know what's been going on
    We know the game and we're gonna play it
    I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling
    Gotta make you understand
    Never gonna give you up
    Never gonna let you down
    Never gonna run around and desert you
    Never gonna make you cry
    Never gonna say goodbye
    Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you
    Never gonna give you up
    Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry    … Expand
  48. Black_S
    Jan 14, 2023
    0
    Most overrated game of all time again in VR. Same way people overrate nonsensical art, they overrate this "game" only to show their own superiority and ego. No surprise. The Bussiness of valve stands on those people.

    - shallow story . shalow npc, blabbering all time - shalow enemies, dead in one hit - easy to play/win gameplay - shallow graphic which is ugly as before, wow, 10    Most overrated game of all time again in VR. Same way people overrate nonsensical art, they overrate this "game" only to show their own superiority and ego. No surprise. The Bussiness of valve stands on those people.

    - shallow story
    . shalow npc, blabbering all time
    - shalow enemies, dead in one hit
    - easy to play/win gameplay
    - shallow graphic which is ugly as before, wow, 10 years, nothing changed
    - "Gabe" man image of what gabe tumor newell wanna be, but never be.

    No reason to play this, what keeps it alive is nostalgia.

    #StopSteam #StopNewell #FreeGameIndustry    … Expand
  49. Wimmel
    Aug 24, 2020
    10
    Best gaming experience for VR, and for gaming in general. And one of my favorite games of all time.
  50. theBMC
    Jun 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, Half Life in VR - done well. What an experience. This is the future! Highly recommended. One of my few 10/10s!
  51. Fpscritic
    Apr 25, 2021
    9
    The fact that this game is VR-Only really bugs me, i don't know if Valve is going the right direction or not but many people don't have access to this game my buddy has the money for VR but he really doesn't want to buy a thing that he will probably only use once, but it's still good to see valve making games.
  52. VReview
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Huge surprise by Valve and an ending that left me shook. One of the biggest reasons to get VR.
  53. SoMNoMW
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is by far the best game I have ever played. Period. The environments look better than anything I have ever seen before, the storytelling is awesome as always, and every little detail has been accounted for. It's evident that Valve has spent a long time working on this game, and all of that work has paid off. It's fun to look around for resin, which you can use to upgrade your weapons, along with ammunition and health. It's no fun if you run out of ammo because your options become very limited due to the lack of melee combat. You can pick up things and throw them at enemies for a small amount of damage to be dealt, but it isn't very good. If you own a VR headset and a VR-ready PC, buy this game right now and play it. You won't regret it. Even on a lower-end PC, the game looks really good. Do not buy a VR headset and a PC solely for this game. Only do that if you're absolutely sure you want to invest in VR. I can't stress that enough. All of the negative reviews saying "WHY IS IT VR WHERE IS GORDON WAAAAH" don't understand at all. The puzzles are only capable of being done in VR. And Gordon is currently held in stasis by G-Man, as this takes place before HL 2. Plus, it's called Half-Life: Alyx. You can't expect Gordon to be there. (PS: Gordon IS in the game.) These negative reviews are all whining about how it isn't the HL they know, but they can't be serious. Sometimes they even say how "expensive" it is to play when you can get a VR headset for as low as $150 nowadays, and you don't even need that much of a PC. The minimum specs are a GTX 1060/RX 580, a Core i5-7500/Ryzen 5 1600, and 12 GB of RAM. Those altogether (including a headset) are ~$1400. And I doubt that they don't at least have a system that is close to this that doesn't require as many replacement parts. These people are quite literally stuck in the past and can't seem to grasp how this game is a prequel and isn't supposed to be HL 3. I'm sorry for critiquing those people in this way, but they're not giving this game a chance at all. Somebody even said that the game "looks like they took 2004's Half-Life 2... but in VR." Did some of these people even bother to play the game for more than 30 minutes?… Expand
  54. itsMarci
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    Played it on quest 2 and rtx 2060. I have bought the headset just to play this game and it worth every penny. Amazing game, especially if you are into the previous half life titles. It is a bit scary, fun and a revolutionary as a true half life.
  55. pushard
    May 15, 2021
    10
    By far the best title in virtual reality, an excellent graphic quality that will hardly be surpassed soon. Half life is the perfect example of how games should be developed in the VR environment.
  56. HarborMan3838
    May 18, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The choice to make this game VR exclusive really botters me, i've been always against the exclusivity in the industry, there are more ways to compete and innovate than making sth exclusive. The game is worth playing and a great VR experience that is certainly one of the best in this niche market but Half-Life brand is as of now in a limbo, an unfinished narrative that is certainly going to take a lot of time to be finished, the original game certainly can enjoy a remaster by valve, but this entry while being reasonably good, didn't satisfy me. It's not worth getting a VR set just for this game because you are not going to use it after playing this game, the fact that they messed with the end of episode 2 is a bit annoying but let's not judge too fast and see what valve has in mind for this franchise.… Expand
  57. charlesispi
    Jun 12, 2021
    10
    Amazing game! You will need at least a little knowledge from the previous two games, I didn't beat them but I played through them at least partially, so I wasn't completely blind going into this game.
  58. danthecrit
    Jul 7, 2021
    10
    Half-Life Alyx is without a doubt the best VR game so far. The depth and details put into this game is insanely incredible, which made me thrilled through the whole campaign of the game. The graphics are superb, even though it is a pity that my vr glasses (occulus rift s) doesn't allow for better graphics. The gameplay is easy to comprehend and get used to, but don't fool yourself thinkingHalf-Life Alyx is without a doubt the best VR game so far. The depth and details put into this game is insanely incredible, which made me thrilled through the whole campaign of the game. The graphics are superb, even though it is a pity that my vr glasses (occulus rift s) doesn't allow for better graphics. The gameplay is easy to comprehend and get used to, but don't fool yourself thinking that it's an easy game. It contains various puzzles which are mostly quite simple and easy to solve, even though entertaining. The level design and scenarios of Half-Life Alyx are simply amazing and probably one of the most impressive features of this game. I hope you enjoy playing Half-Life Alyx as much as I did!… Expand
  59. GregKot
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    The best VR game I've played.
    Most VR games think it's acceptable to only last around 2 hours but this is a decently long game, even for flatscreen games. Most players seem to find it scary, which I did not (apart from one section). It was engrossing and I recommend it to anybody that has a good enough PC to play it.
  60. artemikn
    Sep 16, 2021
    10
    Just fantastic. Experienced something I've not before and what any other game couldn't give me. And as always, a perfect well thought trough gameplay. Just brilliant!
  61. SlickTLD
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    This game convinced me VR is the future of gaming. this is an unique experience that every gamer should try
  62. Zhilkata
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    I was extremely sceptical about VR generally and about how great Half-Life as a franchise is, not to mention the divine status that Alyx earned.

    I bought a Quest 2, I bought this game, and now I believe 110% in this technology and medium. Starting with the story, I played all Half-Life games for the first time, for a month, before diving in this part. I was constantly amazed by how    I was extremely sceptical about VR generally and about how great Half-Life as a franchise is, not to mention the divine status that Alyx earned.

    I bought a Quest 2, I bought this game, and now I believe 110% in this technology and medium.

    Starting with the story, I played all Half-Life games for the first time, for a month, before diving in this part. I was constantly amazed by how interesting and deep the lore went with its universe, and Alyx makes no exception to this aspect - characters are believable, locations have atmosphere, depth and realism to them, and how it all connects to the previous entries is done masterfully.
    In the graphics department, the game deserves a score higher than a 10. Although it has a more "painty" style, like Dishonored for example, it retains the visual fidelity and feel of Half-Life, and I was constantly amazed by the presented vistas. Physics are fantastic, animations are truly life-like, you'll forget about reality with this game.
    In the sound department, it's even better. Music is memorable and adds a punch to every situation, dialogue is good, sound design is better than ever, from the zombies' cries in a dark tunnel, to a headcrab's hissing, to the Combine soldiers speaking to you and among themselves.
    And of course, the gameplay - the gameplay is like nothing you've played before and nothing like you'll play anytime soon. Puzzles and hidden stuff aplenty, combat and gun mechanics that will get you addicted and searching for them in any other game, great variety of levels and mechanics.

    It's simply a must buy, a must play, and it's the reason I've registered on Metacritic to write a review for it. And words can't explain how good this experience is.    … Expand
  63. DevilInI
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    If you do not know what to play in VR, then I recommend playing in half life:alex.
    Incredible attention to detail, cool gameplay and awesome story.
  64. johnsky
    Oct 13, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a good game for VR. It is a terrible shooter.
    The game mechanics, given that it's VR, are great. It is immersive. You want to go back to it. You feel like you're there. The atmosphere, as with a lot of Valve games, is brilliant.
    As a shooter, it feels like a simple shooting gallery tailored to VR with some additonal logical gimmicks (rather good some of them). Granted, it's understandable. Nobody wants players to hurt themselves in the real environment while dodging the attack of imaginary enemies. VR game design must somehow address the fact that quick reflexes that can be achieved with a joypad or good ol' mouse and keyboard must somehow be transalted to VR without the player breaking a nearby cabinet to pieces along with his/her arm.
    This works very well as a VR tech accomplishment for 2020. One can complete it and enjoy it. But VR still isn't quite there yet. Also, given it's a HL game, did I mention the ridiculously poor script? Never mind.    … Expand
  65. Askel
    Oct 22, 2021
    9
    A really amazing experience. The only drawbacks is the price point of hardware which is hardly the games fault in reality. Story is a bit bland but all the ambience and places you visit are well crafted and truly nice to look at.
  66. rafario
    Jan 20, 2023
    10
    Half Life Alyx is more than proof that Valve still knows how to make godlike games.

    Do yourself a favor, it is worth to buy a VR headset just for this game (sell the headset later if no other VR game interest you)
  67. Alex5679
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    Dazu kann man nicht viel sagen... Wenn ihr eine VR Brille habt seid ihr quasi verpflichtet dieses Game zu kaufen. Bisher das beste VR Game überhaupt.
  68. Pu55yLicker
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Оценивая игру с точки зрения виар - действительно отличная графика, интересный и увлекательный геймплей.
  69. BenitoDorito
    Nov 20, 2021
    10
    One of the best VR games I have ever played. But look out for Jeff. He's a mean one.
  70. Mooprs
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    One of the best games I have ever played. If you have a VR headset get this asap. It goes 50% off on major steam sales.

    Gunplay, immersion, graphics, atmosphere, story. It's all here.
  71. Funar10
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. Most innovative game I've played in my life. It was also nice to return to HL universe after a decade.
  72. LordSoth
    Jan 12, 2022
    10
    So much better than expected – a real Halflife game in every way and also THE best VR-game so far. Absolutely love it. Halflife 3 in VR? Yes, take my money!
  73. Rewiu
    Jan 15, 2022
    10
    This is the beginning of the greatest revolution in the gaming industry that I have ever seen. The ending is amazing! I put 10/10 without any doubt! This is the future!
  74. ParzivalExe
    Feb 4, 2022
    10
    This is easily in my list of favorite games of all time (no, not just VR-Games).

    This IS the first AAA VR-Game and can easily hold itself against the best Games ever made. ------- At the same time, it captures the essence of the amazing Half-Life Universe perfectly while also bringing some new aspects to it (like a speaking protagonist, new creatures and of course everything that    This is easily in my list of favorite games of all time (no, not just VR-Games).

    This IS the first AAA VR-Game and can easily hold itself against the best Games ever made.
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    At the same time, it captures the essence of the amazing Half-Life Universe perfectly while also bringing some new aspects to it (like a speaking protagonist, new creatures and of course everything that comes with it being a VR-Game).

    The Story and especially world-building is (as always for Half-Life) almost perfect, even if in the first few chapters there is not much going on in our main storyline. This, like many other decisions like it, could however be seen as a strategic choice by Valve in order to slowly introduce Players to VR and even Half-Life itself (as it will be the case for many players since the last Half-LIfe is 13 years old).
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    At the end of the day, this game is easily a 10/10 for me and probably in my top 5 games of all time so far.    … Expand
  75. BaldursThones
    Jun 22, 2022
    9
    The best VR game I have ever played. Its the only VR game I have played where I forgot I was in VR.
  76. GordonFreeman3
    Mar 5, 2022
    10
    A İNCREDİBLE GAME FROM BEST GAME SERİE. İ HOPE SERİE CONTİUNE WİTH HALFLİFE 3
  77. WitheredPoppiM4
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Masterpiece of gaming
    Everyone should play just for this. even My **** RX470 graphics card, this game was **** amazing

    Btw don't use Oculus. worst mistake of my life. use Windows MR or HTC instead
  78. Delirium_21
    Oct 15, 2022
    10
    Best vr game i have ever played. The story is great and the game is very detailed. You can clearly tell that the developers put a lot of time and effort into this game and truly cared.
  79. Fabriz
    Apr 20, 2022
    10
    Trovo questo gioco il migliore uscito quest'anno e anche il più rivoluzionario. Proprio come il 2 cambiò la storia nel 2004 half Life alyx consacra la realtà virtuale quest' anno. Divertente, immersivo, vario, semplicemente un capolavoro. L'ennesimo di Valve. The last of us 2 orrido in confronto a questo. La trashata commerciale contro il rivoluzionario
  80. Teps228
    May 10, 2022
    10
    very interesting plot cool graphics some pluses waiting for half-life 3 continue 10 out of 10
  81. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    The best VR game ever. The storytelling and puzzles are out of this world. It's a lot of horror and the game gives me anxiety but I'm also living actually inside the world, fighting against the monsters and the combine. I have never gotten such experience in any other game.
  82. Encore6z
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    Best vr game to date still in june 2023. I played through this game several times.
  83. BlackChicken
    Mar 10, 2023
    0
    Its a great shame its VR only, they really did us dirty +++++++++++++++++++
  84. AJS85
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    A breath-taking VR title

    This is so far ahead of any other VR game.
    Its simple if you have VR and a machine that can play it buy it!!!
  85. thehoang123
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    This game is Incredible. I bought Valve index just because of this masterpiece, Somehow Valve makes this game looks too good in VR. The game looks phenomenal that sometime i fogot it's a VR game lol, it even looks better than many flat games. The Audio and physics system are great too.
  86. SamuellHenrique
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    Espetacular! Gráficos excelentes. Ótima jogabilidade. Uma boa história. Uma imersão e aparência de realidade absurda. Um dos melhores jogos que já joguei. Queria que fosse mais longo.
  87. 3ls0ul
    Mar 6, 2023
    9
    Este juego aún no lo eh jugado o completado, así que pondré una reseña y nota diferentes cuando lo haga.
  88. TunaCom
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    I played on novr but graphics are so good , gameplay is good only issue is money i buy it for 26$ but I dont count money as an negative buy it on sale lol
  89. rockodagamer
    Nov 16, 2022
    9
    This is one of the best VR games ive ever played, the horror part of the game can be way to scary depending on how scared you get playing games, if you are normally scared playing games i recommend you turn on developer commentary.
  90. saladsandwich
    Jan 22, 2023
    10
    this is the best. best looking vr game ever AND ITS HALF LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the story is classive valve flavoured, just perfect it explains so much yet also leaves you on such a big cliff hanger waiting for half life : 2077 (realease date) the graphics are just eye candy (if you dont get motion sick) head crabs actually look terrifying now jumping at you from the dark is horrifying nowthis is the best. best looking vr game ever AND ITS HALF LIFE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the story is classive valve flavoured, just perfect it explains so much yet also leaves you on such a big cliff hanger waiting for half life : 2077 (realease date) the graphics are just eye candy (if you dont get motion sick) head crabs actually look terrifying now jumping at you from the dark is horrifying now and the ending is just such a cliff hanger there just needs to be a new title in the half life series when a half life 3 comes out the world is going to end. 10/10 best vr experience ever.… Expand
  91. icecooker
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    Borrowed my friends VR to play this game since I'm a fan of Half-Life. Was skeptical about how it would play..WOW this game blew me away! If you have or can get your hands on a VR then this is a must play
  92. Almartan
    Jul 19, 2023
    10
    Best VR experiencie so far, most bad reviews is just people criticizing because a VR game is ony playable on VR, or they don't know anything about half life.
  93. nihilhumani
    Jun 2, 2023
    10
    Every moment in this game blows my mind. All hail Gaben, he hath delivered.
    I even forgot I was playing a game after a while. It's the best thing that happened to VR since VR Skyrim
  94. Bsbsnsnsn
    May 13, 2023
    0
    Tabii, Half-Life: Alyx oyununun kötü yanlarına ilişkin bir İngilizce inceleme yazabilirim. İşte örnek bir yazı:

    Half-Life: Alyx is one of the most hyped virtual reality games of recent years, but it falls short in many areas. While it offers a compelling story and immersive gameplay, there are several aspects that are frustrating and disappointing. Firstly, the game is incredibly    Tabii, Half-Life: Alyx oyununun kötü yanlarına ilişkin bir İngilizce inceleme yazabilirim. İşte örnek bir yazı:

    Half-Life: Alyx is one of the most hyped virtual reality games of recent years, but it falls short in many areas. While it offers a compelling story and immersive gameplay, there are several aspects that are frustrating and disappointing.

    Firstly, the game is incredibly demanding on computer hardware. Most players will need a top-of-the-line gaming PC to run it smoothly, which is a huge barrier to entry for many. Additionally, the game's reliance on VR technology limits its audience even further, as not everyone has access to VR headsets.

    Secondly, the controls can be clunky and unintuitive, particularly when it comes to interacting with objects in the environment. This can be frustrating and immersion-breaking, as players struggle to pick up and manipulate objects in a natural and intuitive way.

    Finally, the game's pacing is uneven, with long stretches of exploration and puzzle-solving punctuated by intense combat sequences. While this can be effective at times, it can also feel repetitive and unbalanced.

    Overall, Half-Life: Alyx is a visually stunning and immersive game, but its demanding hardware requirements, clunky controls, and uneven pacing make it a flawed experience.    … Expand
  95. MadAdventurer
    Jul 2, 2023
    9
    This game just don't get full score because I wanted to play it like a 'regular' shooter, no VR stuff. But God... the game is great! And G-Man is a hot grandpa!
  96. rimjob_steve
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    Easily the best Half-Life game and probably my vote for greatest video game of all time. 10/10
  97. PrismGames
    Jul 31, 2023
    0
    Absolutely incredible almost all aspects and hands down the best gaming experience I’ve had. Can be a bit scary sometimes, but the gun play is amazing and the mechanics are as well. Absolutely makes VR worth it.
  98. KINGmahanSH
    Aug 4, 2023
    10
    This is an outstanding and moving game. It's much more different than many games and movies.
  99. eipaha
    Aug 27, 2023
    10
    What a beautiful way to return in this legendary franchise! Such an immersive gameplay that couldn't be possible without VR. I'm happy they tried this option out, despite all the critics saying they ruined it with the VR stuff. Audiovisual masterpiece with heartwarming ending for a long time fan. That's a serious 10/10 from me! Can't wait to give it a another go wireless with Quest 3.
  100. Daniil228
    Sep 3, 2023
    10
    Это воистину ещё одна великая часть half life
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Universal acclaim - based on 69 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 69
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 69
  3. Negative: 0 out of 69
  1. Areajugones
    Dec 21, 2020
    95
    Half-Life Alyx is proof that Valve is still at its best creatively. This emblematic franchise has been brought to virtual reality; in Alyx we enjoy an immersion never seen before, with comfortable and intuitive mechanics as well as excellent visuals and atmosphere that accompany this interesting adventure within the iconic saga.
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  2. Game World Navigator Magazine
    May 21, 2020
    92
    It’s a good thing that Valve didn’t add a digit to the title: from Half-Life 3 we expect nothing short of revolution, while Alyx is “merely” an amazing game. [Issue#245, p.50]
  3. Screen Rant
    May 15, 2020
    100
    A special mention should be made of the game's dialog, mainly consisting of Alyx herself and Russel, a scientist who Alex remains in constant communication with throughout the game. Their relationship feels genuine, the conversations between them are enjoyable, and almost all of the intended comedic moments land perfectly, which is something most video games seem to have trouble with.
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