Underplayed Gems

Half-Life: Alyx (2020)

Half-Life: Alyx cover
Developer
Valve
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure
Rating
4.9 of 5, 104,567 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 14 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A visceral, hand-interactive VR journey through a claustrophobic and oppressive sci-fi world, blending careful exploration with deliberate combat.

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What players say

Players call it the best VR game made and a must-play for Half-Life fans, though some find the story shallow and say it has little replay value. People routinely buy a headset just for this one game, and many note it demands a strong PC for the best experience.

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Screenshots

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