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info General Information
Release Date
Mar 23, 2020 Oct 25, 2019
Developer
Valve Obsidian Entertainment
Publisher
Valve Private Division
Genre(s)
VR, First-Person Shooter, Action-Adventure, Sci-Fi, Horror Action RPG, First-Person, RPG, Sci-Fi, Shooter
Engine
Source 2 Engine Unreal Engine 4
stars Ratings & Price
Content Rating
Mature 17+ M (Mature 17+)
Avg. User Rating
4.9 / 5.0 4.3 / 5.0
Current Price (USD)
$59.99 $59.99
tune Key Specs
Quick Highlights
  • Perspective: First-Person (VR)
  • Multiplayer: None (Single-Player Only, with extensive mod support via Steam Workshop)
  • Setting: City 17 & surrounding areas, Earth (Between Half-Life 1 & Half-Life 2)
  • Platforms: PC (Windows - SteamVR Compatible)
  • Unique Feature: Flagship VR Title, Gravity Gloves Interaction, Unprecedented VR Immersion & Detail, Continuation of Half-Life Story, Source 2 Modding Tools.
  • Perspective: First-Person
  • Multiplayer: Single-Player Only
  • Setting: Halcyon Star System
  • Platforms: PC, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
  • Unique Feature: A satirical, anti-capitalist RPG with a unique 'Flaw' system that adapts your character's stats based on your in-game failures, and a deep, choice-driven dialogue system.
sports_esports Gameplay & Mechanics
Companions/Followers
  • Russell (Via Radio Comms): While not physically present, Russell is Alyx's constant companion via radio communication. He provides mission objectives, guidance, technical support, lore exposition, and humorous commentary throughout the game. He is crucial for narrative progression and player guidance.
    Human
  • None (Physical AI Combat Companions): Alyx undertakes her physical journey through City 17 alone. She does not have any AI-controlled combat companions that follow her or fight alongside her in the traditional sense, emphasizing her vulnerability and resourcefulness in the VR environment.
  • The Crew of the Unreliable: The player can recruit six unique companions who live on their starship, The Unreliable. Players can bring two companions with them at any time. Companions will fight alongside the player, provide commentary on quests, and grant passive skill bonuses. Each companion also has a powerful, unique special ability that the player can command them to use in combat.
    Varies (Human, Robot)
Key Collectibles
  • Resin: Small, orange, cylindrical pieces of Combine material found scattered throughout all levels, often in crates, shelves, or hidden nooks. Collected and used at Combine Fabricator stations to upgrade Alyx's three main weapons (Pistol, Shotgun, SMG).
  • Ammo (Pistol Clips, Shotgun Shells, SMG Power Cells): Found in Combine supply crates, on defeated enemies, or in the environment. Essential for combat. Alyx can store a limited amount on her person and in her backpack.
  • Health Syringes: Medical items that restore Alyx's health. Found in medical kits, bathrooms, or sometimes dropped by Combine medics. Stored in wrist slots for quick access.
  • Combine Grenades: Standard fragmentation grenades used by the Combine. Can be found in the environment or taken from defeated enemies. Stored in wrist slots.
  • Grub Nests / Antlion Grubs (Healing Items - Minor): In Xen-infested areas, Alyx can find Antlion grubs in nests. Crushing them provides a small amount of healing. A nod to Half-Life 2: Episode Two.
  • Vodka Bottles (For Jeff sequence): Specific to Chapter 7: Jeff. Vodka bottles are used as throwable distractions to lure the sound-sensitive creature Jeff away from Alyx's path.
  • Battery Cells (For Multi-Tool Puzzles): Small cylindrical batteries that must be found and inserted into specific slots to power up doors, lifts, or other machinery as part of environmental puzzles solved with the Multi-Tool.
  • Hidden Gnome Chompski (Easter Egg): A single, well-hidden garden gnome. Finding it and carrying it to a specific later point in the game unlocks an achievement, referencing a long-running Valve gag.
  • Science Weapons: Six unique weapons hidden throughout the Halcyon system, each tied to a specific side quest.
  • Lore Terminals: Computer terminals and data pads found in every location, filled with darkly humorous corporate memos that build the game's satirical world.
Key Themes
  • Alien Occupation & Resistance
  • Father-Daughter Relationship
  • Hope in Oppression
  • Scientific Discovery & Peril
  • Body Horror (Headcrabs
  • Xen Creatures)
  • Totalitarian Control (The Combine)
  • VR Immersion
  • Prequel Story
  • Environmental Storytelling
  • Sci-Fi
  • Action RPG
  • Satire
  • Hyper-Capitalism
  • Player Choice
  • Narrative-Driven
  • Space Western
  • First-Person
colorize Combat & Gear
Weapons Overview
  • Pistol (USP Match / Alyx's Pistol): Handgun (Semi-Automatic)
    Alyx's starting weapon. A reliable semi-automatic pistol. Can be upgraded with a reflex sight, laser sight, extended magazine, and a burst fire module.
  • Shotgun (Modified Winchester 1887 / 'Old Reliable'): Shotgun (Pump-Action/Lever-Action Hybrid)
    A powerful close-quarters weapon. Can be upgraded with a laser sight, double shot capability (fires two shells at once), and a grenade launcher attachment (fires explosive grenades).
  • SMG (Combine Pulse Submachine Gun): Submachine Gun (Automatic)
    A rapid-firing Combine weapon. Can be upgraded with an extended magazine, laser sight, and reflex sight. Effective against groups or for sustained fire.
  • Gravity Gloves ('Russells'): Utility Tool / Pseudo-Weapon
    Not a traditional weapon, but Alyx's primary tool for interacting with the environment. Allows her to target and flick distant objects (ammo, Resin, health syringes, physics objects) into her hands. Can be used offensively by throwing explosive objects or heavy items at enemies.
  • Grenades (Combine Grenades): Throwable Explosive
    Standard fragmentation grenades found in the environment or dropped by Combine soldiers. Can be stored in wrist slots and thrown physically by the player.
  • Multi-Tool: Utility Tool (Hacking/Puzzle Solving)
    A handheld device used to hack Combine interfaces, disable force fields, solve electrical circuit puzzles by redirecting power, and scan objects for information.
  • Xen Grenades / Snarks (Implied/Contextual): Organic Throwable (From Xen Creatures)
    Players can often find and throw explosive Xen flora (like 'Boom Blobs') or potentially use Snark-like creatures found in specific containers, though these are environmental interactions rather than equippable weapons.
  • Firearms: Varies (Pistols, Long Guns, Heavy Guns)
    A wide array of firearms, from pistols and assault rifles to plasma launchers and LMGs. Weapons are made by in-game corporations and can be modified with attachments.
  • Melee Weapons: Varies (One-Handed, Two-Handed)
    A variety of close-quarters weapons, from blades to large hammers, which can be enhanced with elemental damage mods.
  • Science Weapons: Unique
    A set of six unique, bizarre weapons with special effects, such as the 'Shrink Ray' (shrinks enemies), 'Gloop Gun' (causes enemies to float), and 'Mandibular Rearranger' (stuns and shuffles enemy faces).
Armor / Gear Sets
  • No Equipable Armor System: Alyx Vance does not have an equipable armor system where players can find or upgrade different pieces of armor for stat boosts. Her survivability is based on her base health, which can be restored using Health Syringes found in the environment or from Health Stations. Player skill in combat, using cover effectively, and managing resources are key to survival.
  • Health Syringes & Health Stations: Health Syringes are consumable items stored in Alyx's wrist slots that provide instant healing. Wall-mounted Health Stations can also be found, allowing Alyx to restore her health by interacting with them (often requiring a puzzle or power to activate).
  • Armor & Helmets: Players can equip Light, Medium, or Heavy armor and a helmet. Armor provides a defensive rating and often includes passive bonuses to skills, like +5 to Persuade or +10 to Engineering.
Outfits/Customization
  • Alyx Vance's Standard Attire: Alyx wears a consistent outfit throughout the game, consisting of a practical jacket (often with a Black Mesa logo reference), shirt, pants, and her iconic fingerless gloves which house her health/ammo display and are part of the Gravity Glove system. There are no player-controlled clothing customization options for Alyx; her appearance is fixed for the narrative.
  • Gravity Gloves ('Russells'): These are a key piece of Alyx's gear, not clothing in the traditional sense, but visually distinct. They are black and yellow and integral to her ability to interact with the VR world. They are not customizable in appearance.
  • Armor Sets: Players can equip hundreds of different armor pieces and helmets. While there is no transmog system, the wide variety of corporate-branded gear (Spacer's Choice, Auntie Cleo's, etc.) allows for extensive cosmetic mixing and matching.
public World & Exploration
Playable Vehicles
  • None (Player Controlled for General Traversal)
    Alyx Vance traverses all environments on foot using various VR locomotion options (Teleport, Shift, Continuous). There are no player-controlled vehicles like cars, bikes, or aircraft for general navigation in the game.
  • Combine Razor Train (Contextual / Environmental): Mass Transit / Enemy Transport
    The iconic Combine Razor Trains are present in City 17's environment and feature in some scripted sequences or as background elements, but Alyx does not pilot or directly control them.
  • Lifts & Elevators (Environmental): Mechanical Traversal
    Various lifts and elevators are found within levels, providing vertical traversal. Alyx interacts with them to move between floors or different sections of a facility.
  • The Unreliable: Starship (Hub)
    The player's starship, which serves as a central hub and a fast-travel system between planets. It is not manually piloted by the player.
book Story & Characters
Main Characters
  • Alyx Vance: Protagonist / Resistance Fighter
    The main playable character. A resourceful and skilled member of the human resistance against the Combine. Daughter of Dr. Eli Vance. She is determined, witty, and possesses a strong moral compass. The game explores her capabilities and resolve before she meets Gordon Freeman.
  • Eli Vance: Supporting Character / Resistance Leader / Scientist
    Alyx's father, a brilliant scientist formerly of Black Mesa and a key leader in the resistance. His capture by the Combine at the start of the game is the catalyst for Alyx's mission.
  • Russell: Ally / Resistance Technician & Inventor
    A quirky and humorous resistance member who communicates with Alyx via radio throughout her journey. He provides technical support, guidance, and invents crucial gear for Alyx, including the Gravity Gloves (which he calls 'Russells').
  • Combine Overwatch (Various Voices/Units): Primary Antagonistic Force
    The military arm of the interdimensional Combine empire occupying Earth. They are cold, calculating, and technologically superior. Communicate via standardized radio chatter. Alyx confronts various soldier types and their technology.
  • Vortigaunts: Allies / Enslaved Alien Species
    An alien species from Xen, formerly enslaved by the Nihilanth and now also oppressed by the Combine. Some Vortigaunts aid the resistance and Alyx, possessing unique energy-based abilities and cryptic wisdom.
  • G-Man (Brief Appearance/Reference): Enigmatic Interdimensional Figure
    The mysterious, pan-dimensional 'bureaucrat' who has influenced events throughout the Half-Life series. His presence is felt, and he makes a pivotal appearance that recontextualizes past and future events.
  • Dr. Judith Mossman (Mentioned/Implied): Scientist / Double Agent
    While not directly appearing in person for most of the game, her actions and involvement with Eli Vance and the Combine are referenced, linking to the broader Half-Life narrative.
  • Headcrabs, Zombies, Barnacles, etc. (Xen Creatures): Antagonistic Fauna/Flora
    Various hostile lifeforms originating from the borderworld Xen, now infesting parts of City 17 due to Combine activity or portals.
  • The Stranger: Playable Protagonist
    A fully customizable colonist from the ship *Hope*. Their personality and skills are defined by the player, and they become the central figure in deciding the fate of the Halcyon colony.
  • Parvati Holcomb: Companion
    A compassionate engineer from Edgewater who is an expert in mechanics and empathy. Her personal quest is a major highlight of the game.
  • Vicar Maximillian 'Max' DeSoto: Companion
    An impassioned and conflicted Vicar of the Order of Scientific Inquiry, on a personal quest to find forbidden knowledge.
  • Felix Millstone: Companion
    A rebellious, idealistic former box-loader who joins the player to fight against corporate oppression.
  • Ellie Fenhill: Companion
    A pragmatic and cynical mercenary surgeon who joins the crew for profit and adventure.
  • Nyoka: Companion
    A tough, hard-drinking monster hunter who is an expert on the creatures of the planet Monarch.
  • SAM: Companion
    A sanitation and maintenance robot found on the *Unreliable*. After being repaired, it becomes a loyal companion that sprays acid on enemies.
Example Missions
  • Main Story Chapters (Approximately 11 Chapters)
    A linear series of chapters that progress the narrative of Alyx Vance's mission to rescue her father, Eli Vance, from the Combine. This involves navigating various sectors of City 17, infiltrating Combine facilities, confronting Xen creatures, solving environmental puzzles using VR interactions and the Multi-Tool, and ultimately reaching a massive Combine Vault. Each chapter presents unique environments, challenges, and story developments.
  • Environmental Puzzle Solving
    Throughout the levels, Alyx must solve various environmental puzzles to progress. These often involve using the Gravity Gloves to manipulate objects, finding and placing battery cells, rewiring circuits with the Multi-Tool (involving 3D holographic puzzles), disabling Combine security systems, or navigating hazardous terrain.
  • Combat Encounters (Combine & Xen)
    Engage in intense first-person combat against Combine soldiers (various types with different weapons and tactics) and hostile Xen creatures (Headcrabs, Zombies, Barnacles, etc.). Combat emphasizes physically aiming, reloading weapons, using cover, and utilizing throwable items like grenades or environmental explosives.
  • Stealth Sequences & Evasion
    Certain sections require or encourage stealthy approaches to bypass heavily armed Combine patrols, avoid waking dormant enemies, or navigate areas with unkillable threats like Jeff. This involves using cover, distractions, and careful movement.
  • Resource Scavenging & Management
    Continuously search the environment for vital resources: Resin (for weapon upgrades), ammunition for Alyx's three firearms, health syringes, Combine grenades, and other useful items. Efficiently managing these limited resources is key to survival.
  • Weapon Upgrading (At Combine Fabricators)
    Locate Combine fabricator stations and spend collected Resin to unlock and apply various upgrades to Alyx's pistol, shotgun, and SMG, enhancing their capabilities (e.g., adding sights, extended magazines, alternate fire modes like a grenade launcher).
  • Main Story Quests
    A cinematic campaign that follows the player's quest to save the Halcyon colony, forcing them to make major decisions that will determine the fate of the factions and the system.
  • Companion Quests
    Deep, multi-part loyalty missions for each of the six companions. Completing these quests explores their personal backstories and unlocks their most powerful abilities.
  • Faction Quests
    Optional questlines for the various corporations and groups in the game (like Spacer's Choice or the Iconoclasts). Player actions in these quests will raise or lower their reputation with each faction.
people Multiplayer
Multiplayer Details

Half-Life: Alyx is a purely single-player experience. There are no official multiplayer modes. Community-created mods might explore multiplayer concepts, but these are not part of the base game.

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extension Editions & DLC
Available Editions

Half-Life: Alyx was released as a single digital edition on Steam. Owners of the Valve Index VR headset received the game for free. There were no special or collector's physical editions announced by Valve.

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Post-Launch Content / DLC

Valve released extensive modding tools (Source 2 SDK) for Half-Life: Alyx, leading to a vibrant community workshop scene with numerous custom maps, campaigns, and experiences created by users. No official story DLC or expansions have been released by Valve for Alyx.

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help_outline FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
  • Q: Is Half-Life: Alyx a VR-only game?
    A: Yes, Half-Life: Alyx was designed from the ground up exclusively for virtual reality and requires a compatible PC VR headset (like Valve Index, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift/Quest with Link, Windows Mixed Reality) and motion controllers to play.
  • Q: Where does Half-Life: Alyx fit into the Half-Life timeline?
    A: Half-Life: Alyx is a prequel set between the events of the original Half-Life and Half-Life 2. It takes place five years before Gordon Freeman's return in Half-Life 2.
  • Q: Do I need to have played previous Half-Life games to understand Alyx?
    A: While Half-Life: Alyx tells a self-contained story focused on Alyx Vance, familiarity with the Half-Life universe, characters (like Eli Vance, G-Man), and the Combine will significantly enhance the appreciation of its narrative, lore, and the impact of its ending. However, it can still be enjoyed by newcomers.
  • Q: What are the 'Russells' or Gravity Gloves?
    A: The Gravity Gloves, nicknamed 'Russells' by Alyx after their inventor, are a pair of gloves that allow her to target distant objects and flick her wrist to pull them towards her through the air. They are a core VR mechanic for interaction, looting, and puzzle-solving.
  • Q: How long is Half-Life: Alyx?
    A: A typical playthrough of the main story campaign takes around 12-15 hours, though this can vary depending on exploration, puzzle difficulty, and player skill. The Steam Workshop offers many additional hours of community-created content.
  • Q: Does Half-Life: Alyx have mod support?
    A: Yes, Valve released official modding tools (Source 2 SDK) for Half-Life: Alyx, which has led to a thriving modding community creating custom maps, new campaigns, gameplay modifications, and other experiences available through the Steam Workshop.
  • Q: What is The Outer Worlds?
    A: It is a single-player, first-person action RPG from Obsidian Entertainment, the original creators of Fallout. It's set in a satirical, hyper-capitalist space colony and is heavily focused on player choice, branching dialogue, and companion characters.
  • Q: Is it an open-world game?
    A: No, it is not a single seamless open world. It features a series of large, separate 'open-zone' maps on different planets that you travel between using your spaceship.
  • Q: What is the 'Flaw' system?
    A: It's a unique mechanic where the game offers you a permanent, negative debuff (a Flaw) based on your gameplay, such as a fear of robots after fighting them a lot. If you accept the Flaw, you immediately get a free Perk point, allowing for unique role-playing.
  • Q: Is it like Fallout: New Vegas?
    A: It shares a lot of the same DNA. It was led by the same directors as Fallout, and features similar dark humor, satirical themes, faction reputation systems, and deep, choice-driven quest design.
build Technical Details
Graphics & Visual Fidelity

Developed on the Source 2 Engine, Half-Life: Alyx sets a new benchmark for visual fidelity and detail in VR. It features incredibly realistic environments with high-resolution textures, advanced lighting and shadow effects, and detailed character/enemy models. The level of interactivity with objects in the environment is exceptional, designed to leverage VR capabilities. The game is renowned for its atmospheric and immersive world.

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Audio & Soundtrack

Original score composed by Mike Morasky, featuring atmospheric electronic and orchestral pieces that build tension, enhance horror, and underscore dramatic moments. Sound design is crucial for VR immersion, with highly realistic spatial audio, distinct enemy vocalizations (Combine radio chatter, Headcrab screeches, Barnacle clicks), and impactful weapon sounds. Environmental audio plays a key role in detecting threats and navigating.

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User Interface (UI/UX)

Designed for VR immersion. Health and ammo are displayed on Alyx's left glove. Weapon selection is often done by reaching over the shoulder or via a wrist-mounted menu. The Gravity Gloves provide intuitive object interaction. Inventory (syringes, grenades, Resin) is managed via wrist slots or a backpack accessible by reaching behind the shoulder. Minimal on-screen HUD elements to maximize immersion.

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Walkthrough/Guide
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settings_applications System Requirements
1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Targets 1080p, High settings, ~60 FPS) (High Preset, 1080p resolution, aiming for a consistent 60 FPS.)
CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a solid 60 FPS experience.
CPU (Laptop): A decent mobile CPU is needed to maintain a stable framerate in cities like Byzantium.
GPU: Official recommended desktop GPUs for a high-quality 1080p experience.
GPU (Laptop): Good laptop GPUs for a solid 1080p experience. An RTX 3050 or better will comfortably run the game at max settings.
RAM: 16GB RAM is the official recommended amount for a smoother experience.
Storage: An SSD is strongly recommended for this tier to ensure fast loading.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-7700K or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB) or AMD Radeon RX 470
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-10300H / AMD Ryzen 5 4600H or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB).
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB SSD
1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Targets 1080p, Low settings, ~30 FPS) (Low Preset, 1080p resolution.)
CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU requirement. These are very old processors.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated entry-level laptop CPUs for minimum playability.
GPU: Official minimum desktop GPUs. These cards are over a decade old.
GPU (Laptop): Any modern entry-level laptop GPU, including strong integrated graphics, will easily meet this requirement.
RAM: 8GB RAM is the official minimum requirement.
Storage: An HDD is technically sufficient for the minimum spec, but an SSD is recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i3-3225 or AMD Phenom II X6 1100T
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti or AMD Radeon HD 7850
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-7200U / AMD Ryzen 3 2200U or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
layersRAM: 8 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB HDD
1080p (Full HD) - VR Minimum (Mapped to '1080p' key for structural consistency) (Targets baseline VR performance, suitable for Low/Medium in-game fidelity settings. Actual render resolution depends on the VR headset used.)
CPU: Official minimum desktop CPU required to run Half-Life: Alyx.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU equivalent. VR is demanding; ensure the laptop can sustain performance without overheating.
GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU required for Half-Life: Alyx. Must have appropriate video outputs for your VR headset.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop GPUs. Ensure the laptop GPU is not a significantly lower-power variant and has the required VRAM.
RAM: 12 GB of system RAM is the official minimum requirement.
Storage: SSD installation is strongly recommended for the best experience in VR to minimize load times and asset streaming issues.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-7500 or AMD Ryzen 5 1600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 580 (8GB VRAM)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-7700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 3550H equivalent or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance) / GTX 1660 Ti Mobile or AMD Radeon RX 5500M (with sufficient VRAM and performance).
layersRAM: 12 GB
saveStorage (Tier): ~70 GB (SSD Recommended)
1440p (QHD/2K) - High (Targets 1440p, High settings, ~60+ FPS) (High Preset, 1440p resolution.)
CPU: A modern CPU is recommended to prevent bottlenecks at 1440p.
CPU (Laptop): A strong mobile CPU is beneficial for a consistent 1440p experience.
GPU: Desktop GPUs capable of a strong 1440p/60FPS experience.
GPU (Laptop): A high-TGP RTX 3060 or any RTX 40-series laptop GPU is an excellent target for 1440p.
RAM: 16GB RAM is highly recommended for smooth 1440p gaming.
Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for the best loading times at 1440p.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-11600K or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (12GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT (8GB).
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-11800H / AMD Ryzen 7 5800H or newer.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): 40 GB NVMe SSD
1440p (QHD/2K) - VR Recommended (Mapped to '1440p' key for structural consistency) (Targets higher fidelity VR performance, suitable for High in-game fidelity settings. Actual render resolution depends on the VR headset used.)
CPU: Official recommended desktop CPU for a smoother and more consistent Half-Life: Alyx experience.
CPU (Laptop): Estimated higher-performance laptop CPUs to better handle VR demands at higher settings.
GPU: Official recommended desktop GPU for playing Half-Life: Alyx at higher fidelity settings.
GPU (Laptop): Estimated performance-focused laptop GPUs. High TGP and good thermal design are critical for these higher-end mobile GPUs in VR.
RAM: 16 GB of system RAM is officially recommended for improved performance and stability at higher settings.
Storage: SSD installation is strongly recommended.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super (8GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT (8GB VRAM)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-10750H / AMD Ryzen 7 4800H equivalent or better.
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile / RTX 2080 Mobile / RTX 3060 Mobile (High TGP variants) or AMD Radeon RX 6700M / RX 6800M.
layersRAM: 16 GB
saveStorage (Tier): ~70 GB (SSD Recommended)
2160p (UHD/4K) - Extreme VR (Max Fidelity & Supersampling - '2160p' key used for structure) (Ultra in-game fidelity, significant supersampling (e.g., 150%-200%+ on high-resolution headsets) to achieve maximum visual clarity. Targets highest stable framerate supported by top-tier VR headsets (e.g., 90Hz, 120Hz+).)
CPU: Top-tier desktop CPUs required to minimize any potential bottlenecks when pushing extreme VR resolutions and maintaining high, stable framerates.
CPU (Laptop): Absolute flagship laptop CPUs. Performance will still be below desktop counterparts and heavily dependent on laptop cooling and power delivery.
GPU: Flagship desktop GPUs with maximum available VRAM essential for driving very high VR resolutions with supersampling and ultra settings.
GPU (Laptop): The most powerful laptop GPU available (as of early-mid 2025). Performance will vary based on TGP; will still require careful settings management for extreme supersampling compared to desktop.
RAM: 32GB of fast DDR5 RAM recommended for handling extreme VR demands and potential background processes without issue.
Storage: A very fast NVMe SSD (PCIe Gen 4.0 or newer) recommended to ensure ultra-fast loading and asset streaming for the most seamless experience at maximum settings.
memoryCPU: Intel Core i9-13900K / Core i9-14900K or AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D / Ryzen 9 7950X3D
developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (24GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX (24GB VRAM)
laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i9-13980HX / Core i9-14900HX or AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX / Ryzen 9 7945HX3D
laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU (16GB VRAM, Max TGP)
layersRAM: 32 GB
saveStorage (Tier): ~70 GB (High-speed NVMe PCIe 4.0/5.0 SSD)
save Overall Storage
Spec: ~70 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
Note: An SSD (Solid State Drive) is strongly recommended for optimal loading times and to reduce potential stuttering during gameplay. Approximately 70 GB of free disk space is required for installation.
Type: SSD
Spec: 40 GB available space (SSD Recommended)
Note: The game requires 40 GB of storage space. An SSD is strongly recommended to significantly reduce loading times between planets and zones.
Type: SSD
desktop_windows Operating System
Spec: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Explanation: 64-bit Windows 10 is the officially supported operating system. Windows 11 is also generally compatible.
Spec: Windows 7 (SP1) / 10 / 11 (64-bit Required)
Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows 7 (SP1) is the absolute minimum, but Windows 10 or 11 is strongly recommended.
gamepad DirectX Version
Spec: Vulkan (Primary), DirectX 11
Explanation: Half-Life: Alyx primarily utilizes the Vulkan API for rendering, which is recommended for best performance. DirectX 11 is also supported as a fallback.
Spec: Version 11
Explanation: The official requirement is DirectX 11. The game runs on Unreal Engine 4.
info_outline Other Game Notes
  • OFFICIAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS for Half-Life: Alyx (VR Game). This information has been adapted to the provided JSON structure. Half-Life: Alyx is a VR-exclusive title with established requirements. The '1080p' and '1440p' tier keys from the template are used here to represent 'VR Minimum' and 'VR Recommended' specifications, respectively. The '2160p' tier has been populated with hardware for an 'Extreme VR / Max Supersampling' scenario, which is not an official Valve-defined tier but represents a very high-end target.
  • Laptop Performance Note: For VR titles like Half-Life: Alyx, laptop models of listed desktop GPUs must have comparable performance. Sufficient TGP (Total Graphics Power) for the GPU, robust cooling, and correct port connections for the VR headset are critical for a good VR experience.
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Adequate TGP is crucial for VR performance on laptops, ensuring the GPU can deliver its expected power.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain stable frame rates, which is vital for VR comfort.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: Sustained CPU performance is important for physics calculations, AI, and overall game logic in demanding VR scenarios.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus can reduce latency and improve framerates by allowing the dedicated GPU to connect directly to the display (or VR headset via appropriate ports), which is highly beneficial for VR.
  • Optimization Detail: Upscaling Tech: The game engine (Source 2) features dynamic resolution scaling and allows for fixed render resolution overrides (per-eye) to manage performance for VR. SteamVR also provides global and per-application resolution settings.
  • Optimization Detail: Key Settings Impact: In-game graphics fidelity settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), the VR headset's native refresh rate (e.g., 90Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz), and the render resolution (per-eye) are the most significant factors affecting performance and visual quality. Maintaining a stable framerate matching the headset's refresh rate is crucial for a comfortable and immersive VR experience.
  • Game Name: Half-Life: Alyx
  • OFFICIAL PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS for the original 2019 release. A 'Spacer's Choice Edition' with higher requirements was released in 2023. The following extrapolations for modern laptops are based on the original, well-optimized release.
  • Laptop Performance Note: Laptop versions of the listed desktop GPUs require comparable performance. Given the game's age and optimization, most modern gaming laptops will run The Outer Worlds at high settings and framerates without issue.
  • Laptop Consideration: G P U T G P: Not a critical factor for this title, as even lower-power laptop GPUs can easily run the game at high framerates.
  • Laptop Consideration: Cooling Thermals: The game is not overly demanding, but good cooling is always beneficial for maintaining consistent performance during long sessions.
  • Laptop Consideration: C P U Power Limits: The game is not CPU-intensive by modern standards, and most modern mobile CPUs will handle it without issue.
  • Laptop Consideration: M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus can help reduce system latency, which is beneficial for the game's first-person shooter combat.
  • Game Name: The Outer Worlds
build Optimization Details
  • Upscaling Tech: The game engine (Source 2) features dynamic resolution scaling and allows for fixed render resolution overrides (per-eye) to manage performance for VR. SteamVR also provides global and per-application resolution settings.
  • Key Settings Impact: In-game graphics fidelity settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra), the VR headset's native refresh rate (e.g., 90Hz, 120Hz, 144Hz), and the render resolution (per-eye) are the most significant factors affecting performance and visual quality. Maintaining a stable framerate matching the headset's refresh rate is crucial for a comfortable and immersive VR experience.
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laptop Laptop Considerations
  • G P U T G P: Adequate TGP is crucial for VR performance on laptops, ensuring the GPU can deliver its expected power.
  • Cooling Thermals: Excellent cooling is essential to prevent thermal throttling and maintain stable frame rates, which is vital for VR comfort.
  • C P U Power Limits: Sustained CPU performance is important for physics calculations, AI, and overall game logic in demanding VR scenarios.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus can reduce latency and improve framerates by allowing the dedicated GPU to connect directly to the display (or VR headset via appropriate ports), which is highly beneficial for VR.
  • G P U T G P: Not a critical factor for this title, as even lower-power laptop GPUs can easily run the game at high framerates.
  • Cooling Thermals: The game is not overly demanding, but good cooling is always beneficial for maintaining consistent performance during long sessions.
  • C P U Power Limits: The game is not CPU-intensive by modern standards, and most modern mobile CPUs will handle it without issue.
  • M U X Switch Optimus: A MUX switch or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus can help reduce system latency, which is beneficial for the game's first-person shooter combat.

info_outline Feature details based on available data. System requirements and performance estimates may vary.

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Common Recommendations (Handles All Compared Games)

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

For Half-Life: Alyx Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
HP Victus 15 with RTX 3050 and i5 12th Gen
HP Victus 15 with RTX 3050 and i5 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i5-12450H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
Acer Nitro 5 with RTX 3050 Ti and i5 12th Gen
Acer Nitro 5 with RTX 3050 Ti and i5 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i5-12500H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile (6GB, full desktop equivalent performance)
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super Mobile

For The Outer Worlds Specifically

check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for Full HD (1080p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
ASUS ROG Strix G16 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti  and i9
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
  • memory Intel Core i9-12950HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce MX350, or even modern integrated graphics like Intel Iris Xe.
HP Victus 15 with RTX 3050 and i5 12th Gen
HP Victus 15 with RTX 3050 and i5 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i5-12450H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB).
Acer Nitro 5 with RTX 3050 Ti and i5 12th Gen
Acer Nitro 5 with RTX 3050 Ti and i5 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i5-12500H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB).
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB).
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB), RTX 3050 Laptop (4GB), RTX 4050 Laptop (6GB).
check_circle_outline Recommended based on listed requirements for QHD (1440p).
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i7-12700H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
  • layers 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
Acer Nitro V with RTX 4060 and i9 13th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-13900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (i9-14900HX, RTX 4060)
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
Asus Rog Strix Scar 15 with RTX 3070 Ti and i9 12th Gen
  • memory Intel Core i9-12900H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
ASUS TUF A15 with RTX 3050 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 7435HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
  • layers 32GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
ASUS ROG Strix G15 with RTX 3060 and Ryzen 7
  • memory AMD Ryzen 7 6800H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 Ultra with RTX 3080 and Ryzen 9
  • memory AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
  • layers 16GB DDR4-3200MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-13620H
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-4800MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
Alienware M18 with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i7-14700HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 16GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
MSI Creator M16 HX with RTX 4070
  • memory Intel Core i9-14900HX
  • developer_board NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
  • layers 32GB DDR5-5600MHz
  • track_changes Target GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop (6GB), RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB), or RTX 5050 Laptop.

info_outline Laptop recommendations are estimates based on available component benchmarks and game requirements. Actual performance may vary depending on settings, drivers, cooling, power limits, etc. Prices and availability subject to change. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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