Skip to main content

HTC announces new ‘Vive’ virtual reality headset in partnership with Valve

HTC Peter Chou holding the new HTC Vive virtual reality headset.

BARCELONA, Spain — HTC has partnered with the giant gaming company Valve to bring the world a new virtual reality headset called the “Vive.”

HTC claims the new headset, which has more than 70 sensors, will redefine the gaming experience. The company says the sensors are designed to also reduce the sick feeling some people get by using the devices.

IMG_8283

Valve will create and distribute games for the Vive through Valve’s Steam VR digital distribution network and community, the largest PC gaming storefront in the world.

HTC also has partnerships in place with other companies, like Alchemy Labs, to create more games.

IMG_8282

On the entertainment side, HTC says it has formed partnerships with Google, HBO, and Lionsgate to create video content.

The Vive will become available for purchase before the end of 2015, HTC says.

IMG_8287

VentureBeat's mission is to be a digital town square for technical decision-makers to gain knowledge about transformative enterprise technology and transact. Learn More