You may think you know everything about your Quest VR headset, but do you know about the
hidden features just below the surface? In this video, I will take you on a journey
to unlock the full potential of your Quest. I will share secrets and hidden settings that
I've gathered over the last 4 years, which work on Quest 2, Quest Pro, and all future headsets.
Some of these features, like unlocking paid games for free LEGALLY, may surprise you.
But that's just the beginning. Stay tuned to discover 10 features you didn't know you
needed but won't be able to live without. Thanks to Best Buy for sponsoring this video;
they're offering some fantastic deals on the Quest 2. Click on the link below to check them out.
Now, join me beyond reality. So... You already know that Quest
2 is great for VR gaming, but did you know you can also play flatscreen games like Fortnite
and Halo Infinite WITHOUT having to sideload? That's right, you can stream these games directly
to your Quest headset on a virtual screen and play it using a Bluetooth controller like this one.
Yes, this doesn't mean we're suddenly getting VR versions of these games. It's
still a flatscreen game, but only in VR, you can resize the screen to your liking
and enjoy it on a huge cinema-sized screen. So how do you get started? One way is to use
cloud streaming services like Xbox Game Pass. You can wait for the official Meta and Microsoft
collaboration that will bring a native app to the official store. But if you're itching to try this
feature out right now, you can download Transcend XR on App Lab for just $5. It's basically a web
browser that supports Bluetooth controllers, which doesn't work on the default Quest browser.
I've tried it, and it works incredibly well. There may be a bit of input lag at times, but not enough
for it to matter in most games. Have fun ;) Have you ever bought a VR game only to find out
they're not exactly what you were looking for? Well, Quest has an awesome feature called "Try
Before You Buy" that allows you to test out the gameplay of certain games and apps on the Quest
store before making a purchase. Here's how it works:
Simply look for the "Free Trial" button on the store page of the game or app you're
interested in. Not all games have this option, but many do. You can also find
a collection of all the games that support this feature in one convenient category.
Click the "Get free trial" button to install the demo, which will allow you to play the
game with a time limit between 15 to 30 minutes. You can see how many minutes you
have left on the app once it's installed. If you enjoy the game or app and want to buy
the full version, you can do so after the demo by following the on-screen prompts. This is an
excellent way to try out a game or app before committing to a purchase, especially in VR,
where there are many things to consider, like motion sickness. Hopefully, more developers
will include this feature in the future. Did you also know you can get paid games for
free by referring friends to apps? With the Quest referral system, your friends can get a
25% discount on the game, and you receive 5 bucks worth of Quest Store Credit.
You can also earn 30 dollars in credits by referring
friends to purchase a Quest 2 headset. Simply go to the Meta Quest app on your phone,
find an app with a blue banner saying, "Get 30 dollars credit for apps and games," tap it,
and find your unique link here for referring headsets.
To refer apps, tap "App Referrals" at the top right. Not all games are shown here;
I'm not 100% sure what makes them eligible, but it looks like only games you've played
before are available in this list. Click on one you want to refer, and share this unique
link with your friends to start earning. If you don't have people around you with a
headset, I've also seen people share their links online, like on Reddit. Just remember
there's a limit of earning up to 600 dollars in credit per calendar year. Still, not bad.
But you know what has no limit? My *friggin* gratitude if you subscribe and leave this video
a like <3 Please do to never miss anything! Sharing your Quest 2 with family and friends
is great, but what if you don't want to share profiles, saves, and achievements?
No problem! You can add additional accounts for each family member. And if you're worried about
buying the same game multiple times, there's the "App Sharing" feature.
To turn it on, go to your main account, open Quick Settings, select Settings,
and then Accounts. Here, you can add accounts and toggle App Sharing on and off.
This also gives us a workaround if you want to play multiplayer on two devices by buying once;
I have a tutorial that explains it all. I'll link it below.
It's worth noting that not all games are eligible for sharing. Nonetheless, app sharing is a great
feature to save some money. Watching movies in 3D on your
Quest headset is incredibly immersive and probably the best 3D you've ever
seen. There are two ways to do this. The first is using the free app Bigscreen,
which has a library of 3D movies that you can watch immediately,
with some commercial breaks. You can also use Bigscreen with Plex to stream your own content.
The second way is to upload 3D movie files onto your Quest headset, which is perfect for watching
offline like during flights. Just connect your headset to your PC, give your PC permission to
access the files, and copy and paste your 3D movie file into the Movies folder in your headset.
You can then open the file using the Quest app File Viewer in your headset and select
the right 3D setting. Alternatively, you can open the file in Bigscreen's video player, which gives
you more freedom to adjust the screen size. Now, picture turning your living room into an
epic fantasy battlefield and experiencing it together with family and friends.
Shared Co-Location Support allows multiple users to experience the same virtual environment at the
same time in the same physical space. So, how does it work? Once you're all in
a compatible game, the headsets detect each user's location using cameras and syncs the
virtual environment for everyone. This creates the illusion of a shared physical space, and you can
see each other's avatars, avoiding collisions. Of course, you'll need a strong Wi-Fi network and
enough physical space to move around safely. But it's worth it for the enhanced feeling of presence
and interaction in multiplayer games. This one isn't really an intended feature
but a fun thing I've been doing, which works exceptionally well. You can easily practice
drawing by tracing in mixed reality! Use an app like Gravity Sketch, which you
can download for free, and upload an image you'd like to trace, place it on a real piece of paper
in mixed reality, and start tracing. It works best on Quest Pro's depth-correct
and colored mixed reality, but I found it also works pretty well with Quest 2's black-and-white
passthrough. This is a surprise tool for those who want to create something but may not be great at
drawing. You can make fun personal birthday cards for friends and make it look like you
put in much more effort than you did! ;) You might want to try sideloading if you want
to expand your gaming library. This method lets you install games on your device beyond
the official Quest store. But remember, I'm not talking about pirating here!
If you want to sideload easily, you can use SideQuest. This opens up a whole new world of VR
experiences, although not all of them might be the most comfortable. Nonetheless, SideQuest helped
popular games like Gorilla Tag get noticed. Aside from games, SideQuest can also be used
to install custom homes, adjust quality and performance settings,
and even back up save games. If you want to try this, check
out my full tutorial on sideloading with SideQuest in the link below.
The Quest 2 is also more than just an entertainment device; it's a versatile tool
that can enhance productivity in various ways. Imagine being able to expand your
computer display like an ultra-widescreen or multitask with multiple monitors.
You can do that with built-in Quest apps by dragging the apps and windows. Try connecting
a keyboard and mouse via Bluetooth, and it makes the Quest like an immersive laptop. It supports
2D apps, too, like Instagram or LastPass, and more will be added in the future.
But the Quest 2 doesn't stop there. With productivity apps like Immersed,
you can wirelessly stream your computer's display and work on your desktop from anywhere. You can
choose different environments based on your mood, spawn multiple monitors
in front of you, or join a virtual room to collaborate with others worldwide.
The Quest 2 even offers relaxation and stress relief with apps like Guided Tai Chi and
meditation. The possibilities are endless with the Quest 2, making it a unique and immersive
tool to stay productive and stress-free. Another great thing is that VR also increases
your physical activity without you realizing it since you're having fun. The Quest 2 offers
several fitness apps and features to help you track your workouts and calories.
With VR workout apps available like Supernatural, FitXR, and Beat Saber,
you can burn calories and improve your fitness in an engaging and fun way. But the best thing
is that most VR games are active and will SECRETLY add to your activity level.
The built-in Move app can track your physical activity in every game, estimate your calorie
burn, and offers personalized daily fitness goals. You can see statistics,
achievements and even connect a heart monitor for more accurate results.
You should already have Move in your library, but if it isn't installed,
you can download it for free on the store. That's it for now; I have more features,
so leave this video a like if you enjoyed it so I know I should make more.
Let me know in the comments if you're using any of these and whether I missed anything?
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Now there are many more ways to enhance your VR experience, so check out this video if you
want to find out more and other tips and tricks with the goal of making your VR life easier.
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