[Official] Oculus Quest 2

[freeagent]

Can you use this with Steam? Could you play Roblox with it?

I guess I could just hit up Google.. but you guys are here

 

[Octavean]

Can you use this with Steam? Could you play Roblox with it?

I guess I could just hit up Google.. but you guys are here

Steam VR games just show up in the game library when the Oculus Quest (v1 or v2) is connected to a PC via a supported USB cable or wirelessly (Oculus Quest 2). Earlier version of the Oculus PC software and HMD firmware required some fiddling to get Steam to work but its much more streamlined now.

Never played Roblox so I can’t speak to that end.

Unsupported games might work if they are sideloaded.

 

[freeagent]

Steam VR games just show up in the game library when the Oculus Quest (v1 or v2) is connected to a PC via a supported USB cable or wirelessly (Oculus Quest 2). Earlier version of the Oculus PC software and HMD firmware required some fiddling to get Steam to work but its much more streamlined now.

Never played Roblox so I can’t speak to that end.

Unsupported games might work if they are sideloaded.

Thank you sir

 

[Octavean]

Three days out now from Oculus (FB) Connect. Does anyone know if there is a way to view the stream live via their Oculus Quest,……?

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If so how,…?

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BTW, PiMax Frontier event is today at 10am PDT.

 

[Octavean]

Since I didn't see anything much worth mentioning on the Oculus (FB AKA Meta) Connect live stream I just ordered an Oculus Quest 2 128GB model. I'll probably get some accessories for it soon as well but I'll try it barebones for a little while first.

 

[Mindweaver]

Can you use this with Steam? Could you play Roblox with it?

I guess I could just hit up Google.. but you guys are here

Yes, you can using Virtual Desktop or Bigscreen VR. Using either you can play in big Movie theaters or living rooms. One cool environment is the new drive-in movie theater. You can create a room in Bigscreen VR and have people join in or just private for you. It's great to watch movies and play games.

Since I didn't see anything much worth mentioning on the Oculus (FB AKA Meta) Connect live stream I just ordered an Oculus Quest 2 128GB model. I'll probably get some accessories for it soon as well but I'll try it barebones for a little while first.

Dude, five words.. GTA San Andreas! That's the only thing I liked from this connect.. This one had to be my lease favorite. The fact that we are so many years in and we still can't watch it in VR is crazy. This also goes back to what Carmack said earlier this year about how FB/Oculus really dropped the ball on Social interactions during the pandemic. I can't stress enough to people about how much there isn't any kind of Facebook in the Quest 2. They have the FB Messager now, but it's half baked and barely works. You can still just use the regular Oculus social messenger which is even worse. I should have added this to the other thread.. lol but it's been a busy morning.

 

[Octavean]

Well I just got the Oculus Quest 2 in hand today. I still didn’t open the box yet but I aim to later tonight Unless something comes up. I don’t anticipate wanting to return it or anything. I have some idea of what I am getting with the Quest 2 so I’m good with it.

Right now I’m more into PCVR games and will likely buy Stormland VR but I might buy an Quest game like “TWD: Saint and Sinners” Or “RE4”.

FWIW, I ordered a head strap upgrade that came with a silicone facial interface cover and lens cover for ~$20 USD. If I really don’t like it I’ll just send it back. I want to get some protection for the controllers too though. Something that will -rote t the rings and grip as well as allow me to let go of them. I have a similar setup for the Quest v1.

 

[Mindweaver]

Well I just got the Oculus Quest 2 in hand today. I still didn’t open the box yet but I aim to later tonight Unless something comes up. I don’t anticipate wanting to return it or anything. I have some idea of what I am getting with the Quest 2 so I’m good with it.

Right now I’m more into PCVR games and will likely buy Stormland VR but I might buy an Quest game like “TWD: Saint and Sinners” Or “RE4”.

FWIW, I ordered a head strap upgrade that came with a silicone facial interface cover and lens cover for ~$20 USD. If I really don’t like it I’ll just send it back. I want to get some protection for the controllers too though. Something that will -rote t the rings and grip as well as allow me to let go of them. I have a similar setup for the Quest v1.

Man, my new wifi 6 mesh system works really good with wireless vr. I'm only using Virtual Desktop for now. I'll try Airlink later tonight. I use these for my grip and they are awesome and on sale today. If you want to spend a little more they a have an upgraded model where it has an easy access to swap batteries. I don't think it's an issue because the batteries last so long. I have the black version because the white version was available when I worded, but they are a must have accessory. I'd buy Virtual Desktop, TWD:SS, RE4, Starwars Galaxy's edge, Jurassic Park and beat saber. Oh and get Pavlov VR on applab. I use App Lab DB to search for Applab stuff.

 

[Octavean]

Man, my new wifi 6 mesh system works really good with wireless vr. I'm only using Virtual Desktop for now. I'll try Airlink later tonight. I use these for my grip and they are awesome and on sale today. If you want to spend a little more they a have an upgraded model where it has an easy access to swap batteries. I don't think it's an issue because the batteries last so long. I have the black version because the white version was available when I worded, but they are a must have accessory. I'd buy Virtual Desktop, TWD:SS, RE4, Starwars Galaxy's edge, Jurassic Park and beat saber. Oh and get Pavlov VR on applab. I use App Lab DB to search for Applab stuff.

It would seem that the PlayStation Plus offering this month will include:

1) The Presistence VR
2) The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
3) Until You Fall VR

The PSVR isn’t as technically advanced as even the Oculus Quest v1 but a free game of this caliber is always welcome. With such a free acquisition I’m reluctant to buy it for the Oculus Quest 1 and 2. Sort of like how I didn’t want to buy the Quest version of “Space Pirate Trainer” when I already have the Steam version.

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[Mindweaver]

It would seem that the PlayStation Plus offering this month will include:

1) The Presistence VR
2) The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners
3) Until You Fall VR

The PSVR isn’t as technically advanced as even the Oculus Quest v1 but a free game of this caliber is always welcome. With such a free acquisition I’m reluctant to buy it for the Oculus Quest 1 and 2. Sort of like how I didn’t want to buy the Quest version of “Space Pirate Trainer” when I already have the Steam version.

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I bought my steam version for 7 buck in a humble bundle so I didn't mind buying it again. I just waited till I got another 30% off coupon and bought it. I can honestly say after buying it I would pay the $39.99 full price. It's amazing at how well it plays on the quest 2. Plus, it's had 3 major free updates that has added new game play. Last update added over 8 hours to the main story. I don't mind supporting game developers like Skydance Interactive.

 

[Octavean]

I bought my steam version for 7 buck in a humble bundle so I didn't mind buying it again. I just waited till I got another 30% off coupon and bought it. I can honestly say after buying it I would pay the $39.99 full price. It's amazing at how well it plays on the quest 2. Plus, it's had 3 major free updates that has added new game play. Last update added over 8 hours to the main story. I don't mind supporting game developers like Skydance Interactive.

Good and fair point. I guess when it comes to duplicate games my new approach will be to wait wait for the overtime time to purchase again (ie wait for something to offset the price).

BTW, I figured it would be reasonable to give the Oculus Quest 2 default head strap a fair try. Now I can say from experience that it is a blight on humanity. I can’t stress enough how unfit for purpose it really is. It’s really awful. Very fiddly, requiring a lot of time to try and get right even though it never really feels right. Once you think you got it right, you don’t. Take the HMD off and the hellish process starts all over again.

The Oculus Quest 2 is a really good VR HMD but the strap is scorched earth bad.

 

[Dux]

Good and fair point. I guess when it comes to duplicate games my new approach will be to wait wait for the overtime time to purchase again (ie wait for something to offset the price).

BTW, I figured it would be reasonable to give the Oculus Quest 2 default head strap a fair try. Now I can say from experience that it is a blight on humanity. I can’t stress enough how unfit for purpose it really is. It’s really awful. Very fiddly, requiring a lot of time to try and get right even though it never really feels right. Once you think you got it right, you don’t. Take the HMD off and the hellish process starts all over again.

The Oculus Quest 2 is a really good VR HMD but the strap is scorched earth bad.

this is what you want

 

[Mindweaver]

Good and fair point. I guess when it comes to duplicate games my new approach will be to wait wait for the overtime time to purchase again (ie wait for something to offset the price).

BTW, I figured it would be reasonable to give the Oculus Quest 2 default head strap a fair try. Now I can say from experience that it is a blight on humanity. I can’t stress enough how unfit for purpose it really is. It’s really awful. Very fiddly, requiring a lot of time to try and get right even though it never really feels right. Once you think you got it right, you don’t. Take the HMD off and the hellish process starts all over again.

The Oculus Quest 2 is a really good VR HMD but the strap is scorched earth bad.

I have found one way that helps the default strap out a lot. This is it but I 3d printed mine. I use it when I'm on business trip when I have to fly. One other tip is how the arms that hold the strap rotate up and down. I push both sides pointing down. I'm using the DAS strap which works really good.

this is what you want

Have you seen the new one with battery? It looks good and half the price of the elite strap with battery.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1456878972180914179

 

[Octavean]

I bought a relatively cheap Quest 2 strap replacement for ~$20 USD that arrived at about the same time as the Quest 2 in the post. It came with a silicon facial interface cover (one came with the Quest 2 as well) and a lenses cover. I just figured I should do my due diligence and give the Oculus OEM head strap a fair shake. I don't doubt the default head strap can be helped along with an accessory like that though.

BTW, I also have a small Anker battery that meets the Quest 2 specs so that is always a good thing to have. It's a bit disheartening what they charge for a VR centric battery because ~$60 USD is a bit much IMO.

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[Mindweaver]

I bought a relatively cheap Quest 2 strap replacement for ~$20 USD that arrived at about the same time as the Quest 2 in the post. It came with a silicon facial interface cover (one came with the Quest 2 as well) and a lenses cover. I just figured I should do my due diligence and give the Oculus OEM head strap a fair shake. I don't doubt the default head strap can be helped along with an accessory like that though.

BTW, I also have a small Anker battery that meets the Quest 2 specs so that is always a good thing to have. It's a bit disheartening what they charge for a VR centric battery because ~$60 USD is a bit much IMO.

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Nice! Also, I have a 10000mah PD battery as well. I use this velcro to attach it to the headstrap. That strap design is close to the DAS strap. I just have it velcroed the the bottom part. It works well. It has never fell off while using it. I'm also using this cable.

 

[Octavean]

That looks like a good cable, I may have to pick one or two of those up. My initial run with the Quest 2 was with Oculus link after a full charge so I wasn't too worried about battery. HL: Alyx to get a feel for the new VR HMD and then a little Lone Echo. Next day I tried Air Link which went well for the most part. One little glitch was that Steam didn't want to auto launch HL:A. Not sure what that was about but it launched properly at the PC. There was no noticeable latency in the game, a smooth ride. Unfortunately there was one small issue when an achievement popped up in HL:A it started to stutter a bit after that. Relaunching the game fixed the problem.

The Vive Deluxe Audio head strap looks like a great bit of kit, although, I could never justify the price and the need to source adaptors. The upgrade strap I bought was is a noticeable improvement. Easy to get on and easy to take off. It's not perfect but its definitely worth what I paid for it if not more. It may be an unpopular view but I really appreciate the default head strap for the Oculus Rift and the Quest v1. I rather like the spring-loaded goodness.

Also bought a carry case which came with a lens cover and a silicone face cover.

 

[INSTG8R]

Well just kept seeing in on FB and you guys mentioned it. Not the V2 tho but very happy with it. Totally “balances” it compared to the regular strap that makes it feel like it’s hanging your face off…

 

[Mindweaver]

Well just kept seeing in on FB and you guys mentioned it. Not the V2 tho but very happy with it. Totally “balances” it compared to the regular strap that makes it feel like it’s hanging your face of…
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Nice! I'm really leaning toward getting the v2 with battery. I really like the halo on the rift S.

 

[Octavean]

Nice! I'm really leaning toward getting the v2 with battery. I really like the halo on the rift S.

If I were to get another it would probably have to be the BoboVR M2 Pro V2 with battery pack as well. Now that I've seen it I just cant go back. I'm OK with what I have now so I can't justify the ~$60 USD.

BTW, did anyone notice that the "HTC Vive Deluxe Audio Strap" found it's was into the new "Dune" movie as a prop,.....??? A modified version anyway,....

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[toilet pepper]

If I were to get another it would probably have to be the BoboVR M2 Pro V2 with battery pack as well. Now that I've seen it I just cant go back. I'm OK with what I have now so I can't justify the ~$60 USD.

BTW, did anyone notice that the "HTC Vive Deluxe Audio Strap" found it's was into the new "Dune" movie as a prop,.....??? A modified version anyway,....

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I just got the BoboVR M2 strap a couple of weeks ago and heard rumors of the Pro version with battery packs. That was my main concern for the M2 as there is no place to put a battery pack but I managed to figure something out and it worked. The pro version is not available here anyways.

 

[Octavean]

Does anyone know if you can use a Wireless Gaming Headset with your Oculus Quest 2 when connected to a PC. I ask because I just bought a Corsair Void RGB Elite Wireless gaming headset (7.1) and though it might be as simple as going into Windows audio settings. However, I suspect that there may be some delay or latency (sync) issue. Just wondering if anyone has tried it.

 

[INSTG8R]

Bought RE4 VR not realizing it was a HMD only game. It’s not bad so far had a 30% discount so I jumped on it

Does anyone know if you can use a Wireless Gaming Headset with your Oculus Quest 2 when connected to a PC. I ask because I just bought a Corsair Void RGB Elite Wireless gaming headset (7.1) and though it might be as simple as going into Windows audio settings. However, I suspect that there may be some delay or latency (sync) issue. Just wondering if anyone has tried it.

I don’t know about latency but you just make sure on the Quest the Audio is set to Windows Default. I use it when I play Elite Dangerous in 5.1

 

[Mindweaver]

I just got the BoboVR M2 strap a couple of weeks ago and heard rumors of the Pro version with battery packs. That was my main concern for the M2 as there is no place to put a battery pack but I managed to figure something out and it worked. The pro version is not available here anyways.

Yeah not only that but this is a revised version. The padding on the back of the strap of the pro version is much better. I seen a lot of people complain about the one you have the back slides up or down to easy. If you can I would send it back. Plus now they are selling extra batteries. You can get the new strap with batteries and an extra battery for unlimited play for much cheaper than the elite strap with battery. I'm really thinking about replacing my Deluxe audio strap with this and extra battery. I like the Deluxe audio strap but it's not as comfortable as my Rift S's halo strap.

 

[INSTG8R]

Yeah not only that but this is a revised version. The padding on the back of the strap of the pro version is much better. I seen a lot of people complain about the one you have the back slides up or down to easy. If you can I would send it back. Plus now they are selling extra batteries. You can get the new strap with batteries and an extra battery for unlimited play for much cheaper than the elite strap with battery. I'm really thinking about replacing my Deluxe audio strap with this and extra battery. I like the Deluxe audio strap but it's not as comfortable as my Rift S's halo strap.

I haven’t really used mine an awful lot yet but I feel it’s pretty “snug” once tightened. Sure the Pro does the battery pack but I’ve never really concerned myself with battery life so far because I only usually do real short sessions wireless because of poor circulation and I get leg cramps. Any long runs I’m usually sitting and using my Link cable playing Elite Dangerous which is my main VR usage.
I also haven’t even looked to see if the Pro is available here either

 

[Octavean]

Bought RE4 VR not realizing it was a HMD only game. It’s not bad so far had a 30% discount so I jumped on it
I don’t know about latency but you just make sure on the Quest the Audio is set to Windows Default. I use it when I play Elite Dangerous in 5.1

Thanks, I’ll look into that,….

A little off topic, on Black Friday I didn’t see any price reductions on the Quest 2 but I did see up to ~$50 gift cards from Amazon and ~$50 off games from Oculus (FB / Meta).