Valve Index 2 (codenamed Deckard) Standalone

[Trig]

Its almost like microsoft have shares or some other vested interest in Linux the way that're pushing people towards it these days...

 

[Ravenger]

You could always try ALVR or WiVRn

The issue is Meta's apps don't work in Linux unfortunately.

 

[LostCorpse]

Its almost like microsoft have shares or some other vested interest in Linux the way that're pushing people towards it these days...

well they do use linux.. they just dont like to openly talk about it. they seem to have a complicated relationship with linux

 

[Infidelus]

The issue is Meta's apps don't work in Linux unfortunately.

That's true, but Steam games work well and I did have Elite Dangerous working from my Epic library using ALVR. I haven't tested WiVRn much yet but others seem to think it works well. If your PCVR games are all on Meta then you might be SoL unfortunately.

 

[LostCorpse]

based on : https://www.reddit.com/r/ValveDeckard/comments/1kfbbpo/likely_release_window/
its guestimated November release date. based on sales gap apparently...

also see : https://www.reddit.com/r/ValveDeckard/comments/1kfj1fa/quick_update_from_the_whispers_of_the_xen/
regarding light house usage, interesting and odd

 

[ShiWarrior]

APPARENTLY DELAYED UNTIL 2026

Valve's new VR headset won't arrive until 2026, claims Lynx founder

Lynx founder Stan Larroque claims to have seen Valve's new VR headset, but says he has heard that the device won't be released until 2026.

mixed-news.com

 

[drakulton]

APPARENTLY DELAYED UNTIL 2026

Valve's new VR headset won't arrive until 2026, claims Lynx founder

Lynx founder Stan Larroque claims to have seen Valve's new VR headset, but says he has heard that the device won't be released until 2026.

mixed-news.com

I hope Valve keep upping the specs, as this could be an also ran by the time it releases.

 

[LostCorpse]

the 2026 delay was circulating around a month ago, so its not a big surprise.
kinda good it means i can save some money up. just hope the q3 doesnt drop dead from a random meta update..

 

[drakulton]

the 2026 delay was circulating around a month ago, so its not a big surprise.
kinda good it means i can save some money up. just hope the q3 doesnt drop dead from a random meta update..

I think most of them already have.

 

[Mr_Sukebe]

Is the Deckard being developed by CIG?

 

[Ravenger]

It's going to be well out of date if it's delayed much more. There are a lot of advanced headsets coming out to compete with.

 

[melmac]

How can something that doesn't exist be delayed?

 

[IT Troll]

Hopefully, they are taking the time to add a Pro model with OLED panels and a DisplayPort connection.

 

[adidan]

The issue is Meta's apps don't work in Linux unfortunately.

I consider this a benefit to Linux

 

[ShiWarrior]

still saying end of 2025.
5 months left..

Valve's upcoming VR headset, codenamed "Deckard," is rumored to be released by the end of 2025. It is expected to be a standalone, wireless VR headset with capabilities similar to the Steam Deck, including the ability to play Steam games, potentially in big-screen mode. Leaks suggest a high price point, potentially around $1,200, and include features like eye-tracking, inside-out tracking, and potential Lighthouse support.

 

[ShiWarrior]

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly: when will the Valve Deckard launch?

A few signs point to it coming soon. Gabe Follower teased a 2025 launch, and details from SadlyItsBradley corroborate this rumor, as Valve has been taking delivery of many component and manufacturing machinery shipments related to VR.

However, other leaks point to a launch in late 2025, or even 2026.

Stan Larroque – who was able to comment on Deckard’s impressiveness because Valve is already sourcing components from suppliers Lynx also uses – told Road to VR that the Deckard wasn’t yet at the mass-production stage, and so was more likely set to land in 2026.


so basically 2026 then