FAQs
How do you play Steam unlocked games on your Oculus Quest 2 (using SteamVR)? You need to link your Quest 2 to your PC, either through the app Virtual Desktop, Oculus Air link, or Oculus Link. I'd personally use virtual desktop, I find it to be the best experience.
How do I launch Steam games in Oculus VR mode? ›
Things You Should Know
- Download the Oculus app, Steam, and Steam VR on your Windows 10 or 11 computer.
- For wired, connect your headset and PC. On the Oculus, launch SteamVR and select a game.
- For wireless, open Settings in the Oculus headset. Toggle on Air Link, select Oculus Air Link, and select your computer.
Once you've purchased VR content, launching it is straightforward:
- a. Put on Your Headset: Wear your VR headset and make sure it's properly connected and tracking.
- b. Use the Dashboard: While in VR, use the dashboard to access your library and select the game or experience you want to play.
- c.
How do you play Steam unlocked games on your Oculus Quest 2 (using SteamVR)? You need to link your Quest 2 to your PC, either through the app Virtual Desktop, Oculus Air link, or Oculus Link. I'd personally use virtual desktop, I find it to be the best experience.
How to play PC games on Oculus Quest 2? ›
How To Setup Meta Quest 2 PCVR (3 Best Ways)
- Download and open the Oculus software on your PC.
- Connect your Quest 2 to your PC using the Link cable.
- Enable Quest Link in the settings on your Quest 2.
- Launch the Oculus Link and enjoy playing PC VR games on your Quest 2.
- A VR Ready computer (run the performance test here) with 1 free HDMI port on your graphics card and 1 free USB port.
- A monitor, keyboard and mouse.
- An internet connection.
- You may need a drill if you choose to mount your base stations using the included mounting brackets.
With the Steam Link connected to the Meta Quest headset, you can access and select games from your Steam Library.
What does the Oculus Killer do? ›
Oculus Killer
Not only does this boost performance by considerable amounts by killing Oculus Dash entirely (seriously, Oculus Dash was eating 200 MB of memory + GPU, even when not in use) so this should help with performance issues with SteamVR on Oculus headsets too.
How do I open SteamVR environment? ›
Open SteamVR Workshop Tools - this is opened from the SteamVR Status menu > Workshop > Create/Modify an Environment. For a new environment, click “Create Empty Addon” and name your addon (this will be used in the file path of your Workshop submission). A environments "addon" is similar to a Dota 2 custom game.
How do I play SteamVR at home? ›
Here are the steps to get Steam VR Home on your Oculus Quest 2:
- Step 1: Install Steam on your PC. To access Steam VR Home, you need to have a PC with Steam installed. ...
- Step 2: Enable Oculus Link or Air Link. ...
- Step 3: Install Steam VR on your PC. ...
- Step 4: Launch Steam VR. ...
- Step 5: Customize Steam VR Home.
Running two apps in addition to a PCVR app imposed a heavier load on PCs compared to the same PCVR app running natively for Oculus desktop. But the new free Steam Link app for Quest now enables the Quest 3, Quest 2 or Quest to run SteamVR (or non-VR Steam games) without the need to launch the Oculus desktop app.
What does a Steam Link do? ›
The Steam Link allows you to stream games from the Steam Library on your PC to any TV in your home. The technology takes advantage of the horsepower you already have in your home, streaming from your current gaming computer by mirroring its experience to your TV.
What does SteamVR do? ›
SteamVR is the ultimate tool for experiencing VR content on the hardware of your choice. SteamVR supports the Valve Index, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Windows Mixed Reality headsets, and others.
How to launch SteamVR? ›
Launch SteamVR by clicking the VR box in the upper right corner of the client or by pressing the System button on the controller. Make sure all of your devices turn green in the SteamVR monitor window, then follow the onscreen instructions for room setup.
How to play Steam games on Oculus Quest 2 without cable? ›
Download the Oculus app, Steam, and Steam VR on your Windows 10 or 11 computer. For wireless, open Settings in the Oculus headset. Toggle on Air Link, select Oculus Air Link, and select your computer.
How to play VR without a headset? ›
You can use a cardboard box: Just get yourself a cardboard box, cut out eye holes and make sure it has enough room for your phone or tablet to fit inside comfortably. Then download some apps that support 360° videos or games and you're good to go!
How do I enable SteamVR menu? ›
The exact button you use to open the in-app menu will depend on which headset and controller you're using.
- Oculus with SteamVR: Y button / B button.
- Valve Index: B button on either controller.
- Vive or Windows Mixed Reality: "hamburger" menu button.
To use OpenXR with SteamVR, enable the OpenXR runtime in the SteamVR settings. Select Settings > Developer, then set Current OpenXR Runtime to SteamVR. It's also possible to use the OpenXR runtime of Oculus and Varjo Base (System > Compatibility > enable: OpenXR).
