The new VR demo "The Lab" is Announced by Valve - Gaming Instincts

The new VR demo “The Lab” is announced by Valve

Valve is announcing a demo called The Lab, it is a “compilation of experiments in virtual reality… established in pocket universes of Aperture Science”.

It will be available at the Game Developers Conference that will take place next week, the portal themed game will “offer multiple forms to enjoy a room size virtual reality experience”, using the Valve’s HTC Vive.

The Lab will be launched for free in Steam during the third quarter of the year.

Check out the trailer of the Virtual-Reality-Headset Vive:

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