Nvidia has announced its ambitious project to bring ray-traced glory to Valve's 2004 seminal first-person shooter, Half-Life 2. In what feels like a love letter to the fans of the title, this remastered edition isn't just a superficial touch-up; it's a comprehensive overhaul, combining cutting-edge graphics with an iconic game known for its groundbreaking physics and narrative immersion.
In collaboration with Orbifold Studios - a collective of four prominent Half-Life 2 mod teams - the development team promises to breathe new life into City 17. These aren't novice teams; they're veterans who've previously worked on mods such as Half-Life 2: VR and Half-Life 2: Remade Assets.
The project, christened Half-Life 2 RTX: An RTX Remix Project, is still in its early stages. Nevertheless, Nvidia unveiled a new trailer, and the visual improvements are nothing short of spectacular.
But what's powering these stunning transformations? The magic lies within Nvidia's RTX Remix platform. It's a modding tool designed to facilitate the creation of ray-traced versions of classic games. Although not yet publicly available, early access has been granted to Orbifold Studios, enabling them to utilize its features to the fullest.
