Digital Foundry's YouTube channel recently unveiled a comprehensive hour-long video that delves into the visual comparison between the iconic 2004 game, Half-Life 2, and its upcoming remaster, Half-Life 2 RTX. This ambitious project, spearheaded by Orbifold Studios, a group of seasoned modders, aims to enhance the game's graphics with state-of-the-art technology. The remaster promises to deliver stunning visual upgrades, including advanced lighting, new assets, ray tracing, and support for DLSS 4, all at no extra cost for those who already own the original game on Steam, although a specific release date has yet to be announced.
Gamers eager to get a taste of the remastered experience won't have to wait much longer. A free demo, set to launch on March 18, will allow players to explore two memorable settings from the game: the eerie, abandoned city of Ravenholm and the formidable Nova Prospekt prison. This demo comes on the heels of a new trailer that highlighted the game's impressive ray tracing capabilities and the performance-enhancing DLSS 4 technology, designed to boost frame rates for a smoother gameplay experience.
The video, clocking in at a record-breaking 75 minutes, provides an in-depth analysis of gameplay footage from both Ravenholm and Nova Prospekt. Digital Foundry's experts meticulously compare the remastered visuals to the original Half-Life 2, showcasing the significant strides made by Orbifold Studios. The team at Orbifold is diligently working on high-resolution textures, advanced lighting, ray tracing, and DLSS 4 integration to ensure a visually stunning experience. While the experts noted some occasional frame rate dips in certain areas, the overall transformation of Half-Life 2 RTX is nothing short of remarkable, revitalizing this legendary game for a new generation of players.
