Oculus - Meta Quest for PC

Oculus - Meta Quest for PC is a driver and gaming utility, built to enable owners of Oculus headsets to use them on their Windows PCs. Since this application brings with it a wide array of background drivers and active services that have to be in function in order to enable the functioning of several types of Oculus VR headsets, download and usage of this app are required.

How to connect your Meta Quest 2 to a compatible gaming PC with Link



Download and install Oculus Meta Quest VR Desktop to a wide range of desktops and laptops. Plug your headset into your PC to configure external sensors and roomscale. Access and browse our top VR titles from your desktop, Meta Quest mobile app, or while you're in virtual reality.



Virtual reality products

Meta Quest 2

Hundreds of hit games, one-of-a-kind experiences and a growing community awaits you on Meta Quest 2. Air Link and Link Cable
To play Oculus Rift content on Quest 2, install the Oculus VR Desktop App on a compatible gaming computer, then connect your headset using Air Link, the Link Cable or similar high-quality USB 3 cable.

Oculus Rift S

Download and install VR software to a wide range of desktops and laptops. Plug your headset into your PC to configure and customize with ease. Access and browse top VR titles from your desktop, Oculus mobile app, or while you're in virtual reality.

Quest

To play Rift content on Quest 2, install the Oculus Meta Quest VR Desktop App for PC on a compatible gaming computer, then connect your headset using the Link Cable or similar high-quality USB 3 cable.

Oculus Rift

Download and install VR software to a wide range of desktops and laptops. Plug your headset into your PC to configure external sensors and roomscale. Access and browse top VR titles from your desktop, Oculus mobile app, or while you're in virtual reality.



Manage your Meta Quest VR device, explore over 1,000 apps in the Meta Quest Store, discover live VR events and so much more.

With the Meta Quest desktop app you can :

• Browse and buy VR games and experiences from the Meta Quest Store
• Remotely install VR apps to your Oculus Rift or Rift S

Overview

Without it, wired Oculus headsets that demand the presence of a PC will not be able to function at all. Windows will not be able to properly detect them as an external display device, processing of positioning of user’s head and hands in 3D space will not be possible, and the main marketplace service for purchasing, downloading, and playing games will not be present. Be aware that this software solution is not necessary for newer standalone VR headsets such as Quest and Quest 2 which feature their onboard processing hardware and OS.



Oculus was previously owned by Facebook Technologies. In recent years, this large social media corporation has renamed itself Meta. This naming convention has also affected its VR headsets, which are now called Meta Rift S, Meta Quest 2, etc.

Oculus desktop application allows users to unlock the full potential of their VR devices, with monitoring and customization tools built right into its dashboard. Even users of standalone VR headsets such as Quest and Quest Go can take advantage of this app for streaming their VR experiences to the PC monitor, enabling them to either capture that video stream or showcase it to anyone who is watching. The dashboard provides streamlined access to the Meta marketplace that is filled to the brim with engaging and eye-catching VR experiences of all sizes (from VR tourism apps all the way to high-end games).

FAQ

What is Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: Oculus VR Desktop is a software application developed by Oculus that allows users to use their Oculus VR headset to access and control their computer's desktop in a virtual environment.

Which Oculus headsets are compatible with Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: Oculus Meta Quest VR Desktop Software is compatible with the Quest, Oculus Rift, Oculus Rift S, and Meta Quest 2 headsets.

How do I install Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: It can be downloaded and installed from the Oculus Store on your computer or from the Oculus App on your VR headset.

Can I use my keyboard and mouse with Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: Yes, you can use your keyboard and mouse with Oculus VR Desktop. In fact, it is recommended for tasks such as typing and clicking.

Can I play games on Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: Yes, you can play games on Oculus app. However, the performance may vary depending on the hardware specifications of your computer and the complexity of the game.

Can I use multiple monitors with Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: Yes, you can use multiple monitors with Oculus VR Desktop. The software allows you to view and interact with multiple screens simultaneously.

Can I use Oculus VR Desktop to access my files and folders?
Answer: Yes, you can use Oculus VR app to access your files and folders. You can navigate through your computer's file system and open files and folders as you would on a regular desktop.

Can I customize the virtual environment in Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: Yes, you can customize the virtual environment in Oculus VR Desktop Software. The software allows you to choose from a variety of virtual backgrounds and environments.

How do I exit Oculus VR Desktop?
Answer: To exit Oculus VR Desktop, simply remove your VR headset or click on the "Exit" button in the Oculus VR Desktop menu.



PROS

• Enables Oculus headset use on PCs
• Access to wide range of VR titles
• Customization options for VR experience
• Remote downloading of apps

CONS

• Required for wired Oculus headsets
• Compatibility limitations for standalone headsets
• Performance may vary with hardware

Overall

All in all, there are more than 1000 VR games, that can all be downloaded and managed with few clicks. The app even supports remote downloading of apps, so users on the go can queue downloads of large games when they are on the go.

This same application can diagnose the status of your PC configuration, whether or not the user has enough processing power to render detailed VR words. Oculus desktop app is 100% FREE.