In an exciting development for virtual reality enthusiasts, Valve is reportedly gearing up to release its new standalone, wireless VR headset, codenamed Deckard, by the end of 2025.
Priced at $1,200 for the full bundle, the Valve Deckard VR headset promises to deliver an unparalleled VR experience, even if it means selling at a loss. The news comes from reputable sources, including Gabe Follower, a well-known Valve insider, who shared detailed insights on the upcoming product.
Valve’s commitment to quality is evident in the Deckard VR headset’s design and features. The device will include in-house games or demos that are already completed, ensuring users have content to explore right out of the box. The company aims to provide the best possible experience without cutting any corners, which is reflected in the premium price point.
One of the standout features of the Valve Deckard VR headset is its ability to play flat-screen games from the Steam Deck in VR mode on a large virtual screen, without needing a PC. This feature is expected to bridge the gap between traditional gaming and virtual reality, offering a versatile experience for gamers.
The Deckard will run on a modified version of SteamOS, specifically optimized for virtual reality. This integration suggests a seamless experience for users already familiar with Valve’s ecosystem.
The information about the Deckard VR headset’s release and features comes from multiple confirmed sources, including Gabe Follower, who has a track record of accurate Valve-related leaks.
In a recent post, Gabe Follower detailed the expected release timeline, price, and key features of the Deckard. Additionally, leaked models of the controllers were discovered in a SteamVR update, further corroborating the development of this new VR headset.
I still believe this is misleading and the quoted $1200 is likely including a mini-pc running SteamOS, which makes the price much more reasonable. But lets see.
Yeah this will be a VR focused gaming PC you can strap to your face. This price is expected
I’d like the same, connected to my pc instead and cheaper.
No, I think it will be a seperate (optional) box that can stream to the headset wirelessly.
Shit so actual wireless PCVR will be essentially Steam Link?
I am just speculating, but I think yes.
They also might go with a compute puck. That would allow them to offer a cheaper option which streams from your PC and a more expensive one that works by itself.
Yes that would be another option, but then they can’t sell the box as a stand-alone steam machine for 2D games and to people that already have a Meta Quest headset, which makes the compute puck option unlikely IMHO.