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Product Dimensions 10.24 x 7.36 x 4.96 inches Item Weight 1.83 pounds ASIN B099VMT8VZ Item model number 899-00182-02 Batteries 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) Customer Reviews
Date First Available July 21, 2021 Manufacturer Meta Platform Technologies, LLC Language None Country of Origin China
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Meta Quest 2 — Advanced All-In-One Virtual Reality Headset — 128 GB
Product Dimensions 10.24 x 7.36 x 4.96 inches
Item Weight 1.83 pounds
ASIN B099VMT8VZ
Item model number 899-00182-02
Batteries 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Best Sellers Rank #26 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1 in Standalone Virtual Reality Headsets
Date First Available July 21, 2021
Manufacturer Meta Platform Technologies, LLC
Language None
Country of Origin China
Brand Meta Quest
Color White
Connectivity Technology Wi-Fi
Quick Start Guide, Power Adapter (US, UK, EU, AU), Glass Spacer, 2 AA Batteries, Safety & Warranty Guide, Charging cable, VR headset, 2 Touch Controllers (L&R)Quick Start Guide, Power Adapter (US, UK, EU, AU), Glass Spacer, 2 AA Batteries, Safety & Warranty Guide, Charging cable, VR headset, 2 Touch Controllers (L&R) See more
Compatible Devices Smartphone
Model Name 899-00187-02
Item Dimensions LxWxH 10.24 x 7.36 x 4.96 inches
Operating System Oculus
Field Of View 360
Connector Type USB Type C
About this item Meta Quest is for ages 13+. Certain apps, games and experiences may be suitable for a more mature audience. Keep your experience smooth and seamless, even as high speed action unfolds around you with a super-fast processor and high-resolution display. (Packaging may vary) Meta Quest packaging will continue to carry the Oculus name and logo during the transition to our new branding. Experience total immersion with 3D positional audio, hand tracking and haptic feedback, working together to make virtual worlds feel real. Explore an expanding universe of over 250 titles across gaming, fitness, social/multiplayer and entertainment, including exclusive blockbuster releases and totally unique VR experiences. Travel universes in blockbuster fantasies, scare yourself witless in horror adventures or collaborate with colleagues in innovative workspaces. Come together in incredible social spaces and multiplayer arenas as you take in live events with friends and family, find your new workout crew or join quests with fellow adventurers. Be truly free to roam in VR With a wireless headset, intuitive controls, a built-in battery, easy setup and no PC or console needed*
*Meta Quest is for ages 13+
Blake –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wireless feels wired latency wise
I finally broke my original Rift good enough that I replaced it with this. Original Rift was still kicking though! What a piece of engineering.Any how, this thing blows my old Rift away in every aspect and then some. The only think I might miss about the old rift was it was oled. That really makes a difference in dark scenes, though I really am willing to make that small compromise for pure, lag free wireless VR.I thought going wireless would require a lot of fine tuning and an expensive router to function even subpar, but boy was I wrong! It was plug and play… My 10 or so year old Asus 5ghz router lets me game at 120hz. It’s all a breeze and just feels like I am tethered! I’m pretty sure that having my vr setup in a 30×30 metal shop building with pretty much no interference and the router inside plays a big role though, so your mileage may vary.That being said, this was a MASSIVE upgrade for me. Not only did I cut the cord and can now play all of my pc vr titles without dragging around an annoying cable or worrying about how many times I spin, but now my play space is as big as I can clear a space for and the resolution is astounding!!! Oh, and 120hz is nice too, though I did end up dropping it down to 90hz because I wanted more eye candy.This doesn’t feel like a budget headset. Packaging was nice, just like my first rift. This is an unbelievable product for the money. Had enough charge out of the box for some fun and the controllers were preloaded with some nice aa’s. Really as if the designers just wanted to ensure everyone new to VR would almost assuredly be catapulted into an amazing experience…I have found the battery life to be about just right. 2.5-3 hours and I’m usually ready to take a break anyways, and the charge only takes about the same amount of time. May pick up a battery soon though just so I can really get engrossed during those long sessions and not worry.Love this product, great job Meta! really an amazing time to be alive!
18 people found this helpful
JENNIFER WORKMANJENNIFER WORKMAN –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tons of fun
The entire family enjoys it. We cast to the TV so we can all see what the player is doing. We laugh so hard at times. Money well spent.
Kyra –
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Proper Purchase
Ordered the system obviously excited but nervous just because a lot can go wrong with tech even buying direct from a store. However, everything came in a timely manor, everything works properly, amazing game system and highly encourage you to purchase!
Nick –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Return for replacement (Updated)
Update: Replacement device works much better. The replacement was in a different more updated packaging. It actually was called meta quest 2 on the packaging. The original I got was called oculus (by Facebook) I wonder if something changed between the two different productions that caused my issues? They were both made in 2022 but one in February the other in August. Anyway Salesdirect made it right as usual. I personally am still not super impressed with the unrefined nature of gameplay on meta platform but I think there is potential when the hardware improves. It’s a lot of computing power to ask out of a small box that sits on your face. So in summary if you really want to play vr games with mobility then meta is your best option. If you are looking for quality refined games and graphics then I would say PlayStation VR is superior. I am excited to see what the future of vr is going to bring. It’s only going to get better.Hopefully the replacement is better. This thing is a joke. Constantly freezing and closing apps. Put boundaries on lowest settings and you must still need an empty gymnasium to do anything without the guardian crap being triggered. I don’t have an empty gymnasium on hand so the device is useless. Hopefully this is a software issue or camera sensor problem and the replacement will be better. If not I will be returning both. This is the user interface quality you would expect if you spent 45 dollars on this at tj maxx but not for something that costs 400 bucks and is supposed to be a revolutionary vr device. Even if it was working as intended I am still not impressed with the choppy look of all the graphics in the apps. Reminds me of the flight simulator game from the late 90’s or something. That’s my opinion the device is for my son so if he thinks it’s cool then that’s good but I personally am disappointed with the graphics quality. The battery life is pretty bad from what I can tell. Have not been able to actually get into any games for more than a few minutes before screen goes black and takes me back to menu most times other times it just stays black and you have to reset it. It’s beyond frustrating and annoying. I feel like the vr tech is just not there yet maybe another 5 years and it will be appropriate to call it virtual reality rather than a game attached to your head.
17 people found this helpful
Brandy Hughes Dorriety –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Christmas Hit
This was a Christmas list request. It was a hit and is used a lot by everyone in the family. It has something for everyone
Joanne –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing experience!
This is my first VR headset and I am absolutely amazed by the experience! This is one of those “I’ll believe it when I see it” moments and I am now a happy believer! Highly recommend the experience!! 😊
G.R. –
4.0 out of 5 stars
WOW. This is cool
This thing is so cool. At first I was questioning spending $300 on something like this because I am not really into gaming or anything like that but this thing is pretty cool! I’m glad I kept it!The only bad thing is that some games or videos make me sick. I guess I need to get used to it or that’s just how I am because I can’t read while on a moving vehicle or can’t ride spinning rides at the amusement park… so…
Faith Rahorst –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Early Christmas Success!!
Babe finally told me he wanted one of these for Christmas and I was so excited he finally would pick something for me to get him that I bought it now and he was so happy playing it and opening it up definitely worth every penny seeing his smile is the best!! No complaints at all charges and holds charge great he plays lots of different things on it!!! 10/10
3 people found this helpful
Susan –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
Don’t buy if you do not want to get hooked on Virtual Reality!!! These are comfy and VR is amazing
Cristina –
5.0 out of 5 stars
WOW!
This is a totally new experience for me! When I first heard about this technology, I thought it was just games and not something I would be interested in. Well! Science has come around and changed my mind!You can instantly start using it. I was happy though, to be able to learn how to use the Oculus with the built in tutoring apps. I was also very grateful to be able to pick this up at an Salesdirect pickup point for safety reasons! Great service Salesdirect!
9 people found this helpful
Daisy Jones –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Well deserved Mothers Day gift!
A pleasant surprise! I’m not really into video gaming but this Meta has changed my mind. I enjoy VR travel to beautiful landmarks. It’s so lifelike. Being able to interact with people around the world was very interesting. I am enjoying the escape to a world I have created. Best Buy all year!
Cassie Bordelon –
5.0 out of 5 stars
VR
This is a lot of fun for the entire family. There are kid appropriate games as well as adult games to play. Battery life is long lasting. You can also play while charging. The headset fits comfortably on kids and adults heads with the adjustable straps.
One person found this helpful
poudy H –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Beat Saber
Really enjoy using and playing Beat Saber, although I’m not using it to it’s full means. I feel someone can do better at letting people know how to get answers on how to use the games. Not everyone can figure out how to play the games.
Just my two cents… –
5.0 out of 5 stars
The kids love it
Gorilla tag is a favorite game – they love to play with friends.
Cliente de Salesdirect –
4.0 out of 5 stars
BIEN
El único inconveniente que tiene, es cómo los celulares de ahora, que vienen sin ciertos accesorios como lo son cables de transferencia de datos usb.
Paul K Schmitz –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love the Meta Quest
Easy to use and get swept up onto VR. There is a ton of great apps and lots of fun can be had
Jimmy –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best VR experience!!
This VR headset is really awesome and has amazing graphics!
Caiden Finch –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fits with glasses!
This is my first vr headset, and I quite like it for the price!It fits my glasses well, and as someone who is nearsighted, I do in fact need them to see the screen clearly.The battery in the headset lasts 2 hours and takes about 2 hours to charge, so keep that in mind.I personally find it gets uncomfortable to wear after about 1 to 1.5 hours, since it’s so heavy on the face.I’d highly recommend getting a headset strap for comfort, but find one off-brand for a much better price. The in-game view gets blurry if the headset is not perfectly centered on your face, so get a head strap to keep it in place without constant adjustment from it sliding forward.I got one for $40 including a battery, and it works perfectly.The audio quality is good for it not being headphones; I find that it blocks outside noise surprisingly well just from the speakers being near my ears. That being said, I can still hear things around me, but they are not distracting enough to take me out of the immersion.My specific headset has a slight scratch on one of the lenses, leaving a blurry spot while gaming, but it is small enough to ignore.The controllers are comfortable to use, but the wrist straps are not. Not a huge issue, though.
34 people found this helpful
Roman –
5.0 out of 5 stars
cool vr experience
awesome vr experience for this money. w8ing for quest3:D
J. Medina –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun product
Bought this awhile back when we were in lockdown, probably the only thing that kept me sane.. only complaint is the motion sickness is real though if you’ve never played VR before, but I just stuck to very basic games like beat saver and never had any issues
Malcolm Sinclair –
4.0 out of 5 stars
immersive feeling
First of all, if you have never experienced VR, then quest2 is a very suitable entry-level device, which can give you a feeling of 3D cinema, and is very suitable as a personal cinema and game hall, but the picture of quest2 is far from being as good as expected. Watching 4k movies can give you a sense of sight of 720p-1080p, and there are often serious aliasing and astigmatism. The battery capacity can only support 2 hours. If your network equipment is not good enough, AIRLINK is very difficult to use, and the connection effect is not ideal. Many stores need to pay for it, and the playability is not ideal. However, if you just watch videos, there is no problem. VR glasses can provide you with multi-screen functions, and the 180VR perspective is also very immersive.
mahmood alsaffar –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best for value.
this vr headset is the most bought and well known headset and it has so much games from meta store and app lab.I find this vr headset to be perfect except one thing,the strap.The strap is very very bad, for me i feel like its comfort isnt bad but its the adjusting,whenever you wear it, it feels like its gonna fall or slip out,and adjusting it is like a nightmare, luckly u can replace it by another strap like the elite strap and other cheap options which resolves this problem.
Vicki Vest –
5.0 out of 5 stars
OMG awesome!
I’m 67 yoa and ordered one to see what the heck it was. I am amazed at how much fun it is! I workout with it every day and there is so much more to explore on it. All I can say is thank goodness I have to stop after a couple of hours to charge the battery.
Maverickanian –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Decent VR for a cheaper price
As VR goes, the Meta Quest 2 is the best one that is on the cheaper side of things. That being said, there are a few things to worry about. the first is your eye spacing, if you have a larger head make sure that your eyes are not too far apart to use this device. Additionally this device has straps that typically are too tight fitting and a bit uncomfortable.
One person found this helpful
Ricky A. –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect VR Headset
This headset is best for the “casual” player who just wants to play a few games with their friends. Not only is it standalone, but you can get an Oculus Link cable to play PCVR games as well, as long as your PC is strong enough, of course. But, if you’re gonna want a “better” VR experience, just wait for the Quest 3, releasing later this year for $500. Amazing headset nonetheless.
POWER STONE –
5.0 out of 5 stars
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
I am absolutely blown away by the Meta Quest 2 Advanced All-In-One Virtual Reality Headset! 🚀. As a VR enthusiast, I’ve tried various headsets, but this one takes the experience to a whole new level.
mlgugenheim –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun!
I love this product! So much fun. I think I will order some for Christmas so I can enjoy movies with my adult children who live in different area codes. Not just for gamers!!!
Josh H –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Far as VR goes it’s the real deal
Probably one of the best gifts you can get someone in the 2020’s. Only thing that is annoying is paying for the unit & not getting even 2-3 complimentary games. Almost everything good costs money but at least they just came out with a subscription service for the Quest series. Like $8/month gets you access to a lot, though I would recommend buying the top selling titles because it’s worth it. Resident Evil, Star Wars etc. Such an impressive, immersive experience in such a small device.
Minimalist –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun!
I haven’t really scratched the surface with this thing yet, but everything I have done has been really fun! BIGSCREEN is awesome! I honestly didn’t expect to like it as much as I do.
P. Litton –
5.0 out of 5 stars
A computer, 2 monitors and 2 speakers worn on your face.
Crazy great technology. This is just the beginning and I’m glad to be able to experience this now. The headsets are effectively a computer, 2 monitors and 2 speakers. Advancements will only make them smaller and lighter in years to come. The applications are largely game-oriented. Over time I expect these headsets will be more useful.
RS –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Depends on what exactly you’re looking to get out of it
I work in e-commerce and AI. Of course, AI, Augmented Reality AR, Virtual Reality VR are all the future. I experienced virtual reality goggles first in 2006, when my professor was researching on it, he showed us a demo. We wore a huge backpack with a powerful laptop connected to VR goggles, in a basketball court, and we were roaming around the entire court, amazed, exploring a virtual forest. That was 2006.Coming to Meta Quest 2, the question is, what exactly are we buying this specific gadget for? I like going to exotic places, even in video games, I like roaming and looking around exploring the scenes, rather than shooting guns. I bought this thinking I will transport myself to exotic places and relax for some time every day.For starters, to get anything useful, we need to go to Meta store and buy apps. A decent app costs a minimum of $10, some of the best ones are $25, and some are monthly subscriptions, unless we are content with watching a dinosaur for several hours for no cost.I expected a virtual planetarium, virtual tour of exotic places with great music, virtual spiritual retreats on top of the mountains, etc. Tripp was one of the apps I was interested in exploring with their great ads on Facebook, YouTube etc. It turned out to be a simulated psychedelic app. First off, actual psychedelic drugs have energetic impacts on a human and hence will have to be experienced in a well-monitored environment, either by a trained, safe Shaman or a trained doctor. Wearing a VR goggle, that starts hurting after 30-40 minutes, displaying psychedelic designs, is not going to heal anyone. And it says, “As seen on Time magazine”, “Most innovative VR app”, and a dozen other top media, for a monthly subscription fee. Sorry, I don’t believe a VR goggle psytrance is going to heal anyone. Everyone seems to make exorbitant claims these days, without any way to vet.I could not find any planetarium VRs either. Apps need to be bought for $15-$20 to even see if we like their offering. I didn’t see any return option there. Maybe, contacting some customer care email may get us a return, but I don’t have time to go around downloading content, explore, send emails if I don’t like it, wait around, etc.Oh yes, battery life. Watching for a few minutes of anything is going to drain the battery. Better off plugged in constantly. With the short charger it ships with, we may have to get a longer-wired one.This may be a great gadget for games for teens. Maybe just shooting around. These are pretty immersive, I think small kids should be carefully monitored using VR, some of the contents might scare/traumatize them. But, for an adult, looking to get something exotic out of it without spending thousands to physically travel to those places, this probably isn’t it. All the travel apps, YouTube 360 videos, are subpar. It just didn’t work for what I was looking to get out of it. Maybe, in a couple of years, when they come up with a huge collection of quality travel and planetarium apps, I may try is once again.
6 people found this helpful
elviscera –
3.0 out of 5 stars
It works but I prefer the Valve Index
The Quest 2 is claimed to be easier to setup than a Valve Index, but I disagree. The Quest 2 may have slightly less cabling and no base stations to setup but the Quest 2 software setup is considerably more finicky and offers much fewer adjustment options.One thing that I found irksome in the Quest 2 setup is that you must use your cell phone to complete the setup. I have no idea why, it’s not for two factor authentication. I think Meta just wants to be sure you have you some Meta app installed so they can scrape your personal data. (some of us do not have Meta accounts and do not use Facebook to help reduce this problem).To use my PC monitor in the Quest link display I had to bring my display resolution down to 120Hz because with the Quest Link, I could see my monitor but I couldn’t do anything with it — I couldn’t move the mouse cursor in the PC display shown in Quest Link unless the actual PC display is dumbed down to 120Hz.The wireless aspect of the Quest2 is not that compelling because first you can’t move all that much. Even if using wireless in a large room, you end up having to stay in rather confined area. For in place exercising the Quest 2 is fine but so is the Index.And if you want to go wireless, depending on your circumstances you will likely need to connect your PC to your router with an Ethernet cable in order to reduce wireless traffic to a point that Quest Link will reliably connect. I can rarely get away without an Ethernet cable with wireless Quest Link and then only when there is no other wireless traffic (including other routers). So usually, I need a USB cable rather than temporarily draping an Ethernet cable around my domicile.The real problem is that the Quest 2 is not as good as the Index for gaming. The Index visuals are far better with higher refresh rate and much greater FOV which to me gives much more lifelike motion with my head/hands. I find the index audio to be considerably better as well. The Index controllers are pressure sensitive and much better than the essentially on/of switches of the Quest 2 controllers.The Quest 2 controllers are fine for crude player actions but with the Index It is a lot easier to use your fingers in detailed ways to say, play volley ball or rock/paper/scissors or pick up items or any number of things requiring dexterity. The Index Headset also fits my face and especially my nose better and is far easier to adjust than the inadequate Quest 2 straps which I find quite uncomfortable.The Quest 2 is certainly cheaper than the Valve Index but for me the Quest 2 is not worth that lesser amount of money. I returned it.
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Gavin –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Much better with open (indoor) space
This system is a blast to play on! Very smooth, and very immersive! I’ve owned mine for a good while now, and I have a word of advice: Keep some distance from your ceiling fixtures! If possible, play in the living room, or somewhere with a tall ceiling: I punched the CRAP out of my fan, and broke a light fixture in the process.Controller, headset and myself were fine- But you can get THAT lost in playing a game if you aren’t careful- A blessing and a curse!
JayG –
5.0 out of 5 stars
WOW – way more fun than I expected!!
So I have pretty much all the consoles and was a PC gamer for years. Video graphics and the ability to be a part of the game and experience it was always something I was improving or earning for.I visit family and was introduced to this. Holy smokes – it doesn’t have the same play and graphics of some of my other games, but the experience is AMAZING!I never thought I would have this much fun, and it is a great excercise for the times I want to hit blocks with a saber, fish, shoot stuff, ride coasters, fly around, it is so immersive!!The only thing I’m not a huge fan of is its integration with Social Media – Facebook/Meta…Everyone who visits gets to try these on!
Chris Jung –
3.0 out of 5 stars
GREAT idea, but takes LOTS of time to setup
Loses 2* because of the following problems / challenges:I spent several hours over 2 days getting this thing setup. While I got it to work, I felt that there were many unnecessary problems that delayed me for no good reason.1) The biggest problem is that Meta violates the 1st rule of IT: always have a backup plan. In this case, it means NOT forcing you to do the setup using a smartphone & have a way of doing the setup from beginning to end on the PC. IMO, having to use your smartphone is an incredibly-inefficient way of doing things like this.2) Meta app on smartphone not compatible with PC app. I changed my password using the PC app, but my phone login failed.3) Only way that I could get the headset paired was thru the PC app, which requires the special Quest USB-C cable. & this cable is NOT a “regular” USB-C cable by any means, but a heavy-duty fiber-optic cable that costs $85! However, it was the only way that I could finish the setup – the smartphone app never paired with the headset.4) You have to experiment with the “Meta quest” button on the controller – too short a press doesn’t appear to do anything. You’ll need to practice using trial-and-error to get it to work right.5) Better documentation – I had to do lots of on-line research & watch YouTube videos before I was able to complete the setup.6) The only way you can take advantage of the free Peacock offer is if you were able to setup the headset using the smartphone, which I wasn’t. However, I paid for a 1-month subscription which worked, although you have to login to Peacock on the PC before it shows up on the headset.7) I got the streaming-kit option, which includes the USB-C cable, which I’m glad I did. However, the sound quality is poor, so you need to add some kind of sound muffs or earbuds. I chose these:https://www.Salesdirect.com/gp/your-account/order-history?ref_=ya_d_c_yoYes – that’s ANOTHER $85, but it’s obvious to me that if you’re going to invest in VR, then you need to be willing to spend the $ to get something that really works. Otherwise, why bother?8) Last – be aware that if you DON’T purchase the streaming cable or @ least keep the headset charged up, then you’re going to drain the battery pretty quickly.RECOMMENDED, BUT – depending on your level of smartphone & PC experience, it may take lots of time, patience, & research to get this thing to work.
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Doug –
4.0 out of 5 stars
budget vr headset
The quest 2 is great value and doesn’t require separate sensors for tracking. I don’t recommend using the factory head strap, it seems to work okay but can cause a lot of fatigue and face pressure. I bought kiwi one on Salesdirect and it’s much better there’s plenty of other options as well that even come with battery extender packs. Wireless with airlink is a pretty good selling point but does sacrifice some quality when in use gaming on a pc instead of a link cable. Air link does also have occasional hiccups that can be nauseating at times and ruin gameplay but hasn’t been a major issue for me. Seems okay as a standalone but battery life and graphics aren’t great when running it’s own hardware. My left controller got terrible stick drift about 2 weeks in and was a pretty big bummer that set me back $75 from the meta website, there’s repair kits to replace the just the joy stick for cheaper so that’s also an option if you feel like getting crafty. Overall it’s been a good experience minus the controller, definitely recommended to my buddies who wanted to get into VR and don’t want to break the bank with a vive or valve headset.
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Devin George –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Could be better in some aspects with a few changes but still absolutely worth it!
I have absolutely enjoyed the heck out of this headset. It’s fun and the fact that someone on my budget could afford it is really something. I wouldn’t have had a VR set if it weren’t for this being as affordable as it is. There are some shortcuts clearly taken to help keep it affordable but the actual VR hardware is amazing. Visuals are clear and immersive and it keeps up with my movements very well. If you don’t have the money for something like an Index or Vive but want VR this is a great choice. It’s also pretty sturdy. I’ve punched my table so hard my knuckles bled and the controller barely had a mark on it. You also can’t tell I’ve headbutted my desk multiple times trying to pick up guns and rotwiener cores lol.Lets get complaints out of the way first:• The original strap the headset came with is 100% the absolute worst part of the headset.Do yourself a favor and snag the Kiwi Design head strap while you’re here on Salesdirect. The original strap squeezed the heck out of my head and if I loosened it the headset could flop around a bit causing blurry graphics and just being uncomfortable for a different reason. Due to that constant squeeze it gave me some nasty headaches usually after 2-3 hours of gameplay but sometimes much sooner and they could last the rest of the day. While they’re nothing compared to a cluster headache for pain they were still what I’d consider bad.• Air link was awesome and worked great but was broken within a week of receiving the headset likely due to a patch (0.37 I think).I didn’t get to enjoy it and the only potential bit of troubleshooting I have left to try as far as I’ve found is a factory reset which I’m reluctant to do. I bought a 3rd party link cable which is working well enough for me but I’d really like to be able to take my gaming to my living room where I have much less risk of punching or breaking anything and have some room to physically move around.• I don’t really like having to be signed in with a Facebook account.I don’t think this is going to change anytime soon if ever though.I’ve played Hotdogs, Horseshoes, and Hand Grenades (H3VR), Blade & Sorcery, Pavlov, and Legendary Tales with my headset. I’ve played around 76 hours since I got it and aside from the headaches problem (which I’ve solved recently) it’s been absolutely amazing and immersive. I’ve also used it to watch youtube, streaming shows, and movies. I absolutely love the thing for every use I’ve had for it so far. It’s an absolute blast to experience actually fighting an opponent yourself whether it be that sniper in his tower or a bunch of knights. Just through the games themselves there’s an amazing amount of stuff to experience but adding mods makes it even better. This headset can get your foot in the door to worlds you’ve always wanted to see in person at a pretty cheap price compared to it’s competitors. Past video game levels, fantasy settings, all sorts of places to see and things to do.An aspect you might have been thinking about is this is a great fitness tool even without dedicated fitness apps. Before you realize it you’ll be sweaty and tired from swinging your arms, moving around, and holding your arms in front of you for surprisingly long periods of time. Pretty much anything you do with your VR will involve some level of activity and the gaming will almost certainly help kick your butt into shape. You should still visit the gym and make sure you’re eating right though.I have only done gaming through PCVR and SteamVR. I have not tried any of the games for the headset on it’s own nor do I expect to anytime soon. If you’re looking for info on them then sorry but I can’t help you with that.There’s several improvements I’d love to see either through future patches or future products. Probably the easiest would be the ability to verify and repair to latest patch the headset software from settings (if it’s there I haven’t found it). That way if my air link problem is software based I could fix it easily without having to do something like factory resetting the thing. If not then that’s one more troubleshooting step I can cross off on my own fairly easily. In the next model or with an accessory if it’s possible one thing I’d like is a second dedicated charge port allowing the use of a link cable and a charger with more oomph than a PC’s USB 3 port would typically have for longer play times both at the same time. Another thing I’d like is a fabric cover. While the silicone cover is nice and stops the foam from irritating my face I’d love to have an official machine washable fabric facial interface cover that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.
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Amy and Emma –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love it so much I’m ordering another one
I actually got the X real era glasses and these at the same time the extra air glasses are awesome if you just want to watch movies and have a big screen but with these you can do so much and me and my girlfriend can get on there together and go on our virtual world. We can play games against each other. I think it’s a lot of fun especially if you have it with somebody, so I never returning my ex real glasses and getting another one of these along with some of the great accessories they have.
stmaraj –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Don’t think, just buy it!
I was always curious about this, just for the cool graphics . What I did not expect was that it would actually trick you into working out! I was just playing Beat Saber for fun and realized that I was exhausted and sore the next day. There are endless fitness apps that gameify working out and a lot of them offer free trials. I was someone who loathed exercise of any kind, and now, I can’t wait to get up and play with this. Buy it, you won’t regret it!
Tahuffman86 –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best Gift Ever!
We got this for my daughter for Christmas. The poor thing has been through a lot with my kids learning how to use it. Let me just say, it is durable, easy to use, and so much fun to play on. So glad we got this for her because this is probably one of the few Christmas gifts she is still utilizing all these months later.
Eugene W. MaloneyEugene W. Maloney –
5.0 out of 5 stars
A startling, occasionally disquieting virtual reality experience for all
First, a little background. I’m 73 years old. Above average in the activity department, adept mentally, although I am literally the only person I know who can lose something when standing perfectly still. I have four grandchildren. I hold down a full-time job as a writer, and a once-a-year gig teaching Rio Grande Board Games at the annual World Boardgaming Championships (WBC).It was at the most recent WBC that I was introduced to MetaQuest 2 and in particular, its bundled game called Beat Saber. I’d tried much cheaper VR systems, the ones that hold your phone and you have to download apps to run on them. This was an entirely different ball game. This was, I should note, not a function of the WBC. It just so happened that one of the site administrators had brought the system along with him and one evening, invited me to give it a try.The first issue that one should note is that once you put the headset for this system on, you are pretty much detached from the reality around you. This is fine as long as it’s just you and the machine, but you can forget about being outside the machine and trying to instruct someone inside the machine about what’s going on. As it happened, the man who introduced me to the system basically set it up for me – put it on his own head, clicked the right buttons – and then transferred the headset to me. With a couple of hand prompts and a word or two, Beat Saber, the program that comes with the MetaQuest 2 when you buy it these days, came on line and there I stood, with two controllers, one in each hand, as my eyes beheld on the screen in front of me, a series of square blocks coming at me, each with an arrow, pointing either up, down, right or left. The controllers operate two light sabers, one in each hand, and the object of this game is to swat the approaching blocks in the direction indicated by the arrow on them. There are also occasional large obstacles coming at you, like skinny walls, which appear like three-dimensional line drawings as they approach. You can’t swat these aside and the idea is to avoid them. In most cases, this entails just stepping out of their way, either to the right or the left, but dependent on some choices you make in Beat Saber, some of these objects can be wide and impossible to avoid unless you duck as they approach. No way to jump over them.And there’s music. At first, you don’t pick up on the idea that your swatting activity with the light sabers can occasionally be rhythmic, linked to the beat of the music. . .Beat Saber. Get it? But you’ll pick up on that fairly quickly. If you don’t dance and would like to, this is a good program that will force-feed you the concept of moving your body in beat with the rhythm of a song. You don’t realize you’re dancing because as far as you’re concerned, you’re swatting colored boxes with virtual reality light sabers. A note of caution. People familiar with the system and how it works will delight in recording video of your attempts to play the game; unbeknowst to you, ’cause you’re wrapped up in the headset and can’t see anything but what the machine is giving you to see. These people recording you will be LOL-ing themselves breathless, as you contort yourself in a relatively confined space, trying to dodge things and swat at the colored boxes.I made the mistake of failing to heed the warning that if I didn’t buy one of these systems soon, its price was going to go up. A lot. And it did. But I bought it anyway and am just beginning to tap into the available free apps and exploring the possibility of buying other ones.There’s a free Epic Roller Coaster app, which is fairly enjoyable, although oddly enough, both myself and my wife (now at home with our own MetaQuest 2) found ourselves getting a little queasy during the experience. Not sure what that’s about. She NEVER goes on real roller coasters and I do it all the time.Also found a walking-on-a-building-skeleton app that had me God knows how many stories high and though not generally afraid of heights (acrophobia), I wasn’t all that keen on walking on the available, skinny steel walkways to approach the edge. I’m in my living room, my mind knowing damn full well that I’m not only not as high as the program makes me think I am, but am, in fact, on solid ground. Yet, in an attempt to approach the edge and have a look OVER the edge, I am literally creeping forward, edging my foot out in front of me, making sure of my balance with each step. My mind absolutely refuses to grasp the concept that I am not in any danger.It should be noted that when you play in virtual reality, the mechanism has you define a space where you are going to be, literally drawing a perimeter line. It’s not because the machine is worried you might step off the big building you only think you’re on, but when you’re playing a game like Beat Saber, you want to make sure that your arm movements don’t knock over a lamp your Aunt Ethel gave you for Christmas last year, or in moving your legs around, you don’t accidentally kick the screen out of your new Smart TV.I haven’t been too excited by any of the first-person shooter kind of apps that are available. That kind of activity never lured me to the various systems that were already on the market. But I did notice and have been on the verge of pulling the trigger on some of the other activities, like table tennis, actual tennis and some other sports activities, like baseball. Am also interested in what is, at present, a small selection of board games, like Tsuro and chess (in a variety of different environments). They offer Catan (originally, Settlers of Catan) and though my interest in board games is strong, I never really liked Catan in real-time, so I’m not going to pick it up in VR.I recommend this system highly. The experience of good VR (and you can buy systems better than the basic one that I purchased) is mind-altering. It’s something to which your mind has never been previously exposed; an alternate reality with its own set of rules that takes some getting used to. It’s more expensive than pot, but unlike pot, it doesn’t just let your head create new connections and free it from everyday anxieties, it creates a reality within your brain that is intriguing to watch, hear and interact with.And as my age indicates, fun for all ages.Oh, and one other cautionary note for those of a certain advanced age. The first time I tried the system, at the WBC, my score at Beat Saber was abysmally low. So I tried again. And again. It wasn’t my hand movements with the controllers or the side-stepping away from approaching objects that got to me. It was the ducking at things that I had to let go over my head. I made the crouching moves necessary with reckless abandon. Once, again, and again. My upper thighs complained to me all of the next day. The good news is that it makes for good, healthy exercise.
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Pedro RodriguezPedro Rodriguez –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing But..
Pros:- Fairly Immersive.- Amazing experiences.- Personal home theater, huge movie screen, made even better with paid Virtual Desktop ($20usd) that gives you actual movie theater vibes and tons of other scenes. Oculus link (Free) does a pretty good job with big screen too.- Nice desktop experience in VR through Oculus Link (free)- High refresh rates up to 120hz (if you’re wired and can find a game that supports it)- Haven’t seen other views to compare, but I’m very satisfied with the resolution. And hear its better than most if not all other VR headsets right now while also keeping in mind its the most compatible with VR games. Im guessing this is the Playstation or XBOX of Virtual Reality. Or they are lining up to be. Either way, its the right choice for gaming and other.- Truly the next level in gaming and virtual spaces like home theater.- Gonna list Half Life: Alyx as a pro. Was my first VR experience, and although god-tier amazing, I would suggest working up to it as not much has compared since 😛 But I am having fun in other games like Boneworks and TWD Saints and Sinners. I like TWD more so far but I have a few gripes with that game. (Not a reflection of this product)- As anyone would tell you, works well with streaming services. You got your Netflix Hulu and Disney plus.- You can load movies and videos from your pc stored into Oculus directly for trips without wifi.Cons:- Good thing I already owned a beasty gaming pc. You’re gonna need one for titles like Half Life: Alyx.- Battery life. Could not watch a 2hr30min movie without plugging in. Con still offset by the amazing movie theater-like experience. Was using Virtual Desktop so maybe the wifi usage played a part.- Real Con, the strap it comes with is uncomfortable and will give you a headache the first week or so.- It is heavy on the front and my forehead and cheeks hurt, requiring me to take a break, wash and massage my face every couple of hours, every day. (I’ve watched videos on how to adjust and not over-tighten but not much can be done about the reality of the situation. It is far from weightless and fairly noticeable.-If you need glasses to see things far away, you will need glasses for the VR headset too. Special lens caps cost roughly between $60 and $100USD. But it comes with a spacer. You can likely get away with those retro non-spacer glasses.If they have those little feet that push off the nose you might be in trouble and if they are really big, you might be in trouble so look into the dimensions of the quest 2 view port and your glasses. An annoying extra step but probably worth it.-Scuba Diver effect. The view cant be in the pro section. As I said, you’ll feel like a scuba diver. Only during the most immersive of times will you not notice too much. To be fair this is.. most of the time.- blurring and lens-rings. If not absolutely perfectly centered, you’ll get some blurring in various parts of your view. At first and for a few days the little magnification rings of the actual glass piece of the lenses will be very noticeable in your peripheral. Again to be fair.. again, while having an amazing time, you will not notice.- Also there’s this thing about the lens spacing I hear a lot of people complaining about. I think I’m just at the edge of the farthest setting but could probably do with a tiny bit more. Read other reviews and look into it about I forget what its called, the space between both your pupils.- It’ll take a few days or more than a week for your mind to ignore some of these, like the rings, occasional blur, and scuba effect.-Serious con, be ready to shell out at least another $100usd or so on extras. $19 link cable $16 extension cable plus breakaway protection, Silicone Grips and hand strap (worth it and kind of necessary for throwing objects in comfort,) $30 Rechargeable batteries or a large supply of AA’s. Be sure either are 1.5v. $10-30. Head Strap pad I bought $15 (not compared to $30-50+ or so elite straps. And if you need the prescription lens caps another $60-100. And your first game ranges from $10-40usd or so, for the good stuff.- Very few free games/stuff. And not that many AAA amazing titles. (Not exactly a reflection of this particular product)-This thing gets sweaty after a few dozen minutes of intense gameplay so have a dry cloth handy and don’t get pulled into the ‘pass it on or around after playing beat saber to your friends’ fantasy.IMO/SideNotes Related to this product directly and VR as a whole:- The device should have been a more evenly weight-distributed helmet.- I wouldn’t expect to game any more than an hour or two without being plugged in either to a power outlet or pc. Mileage may vary.- Buy a 10 – 20 ft data cable with your purchase. The provided cable is like 3ft or something. You’re gonna need it regardless of pc ownership. Search youtube for good 3rd party brands it should cost around $18-28usd or so for a good cable with decent length.- Find your play area and hold your arms out, now plan for an additional one or two feet, mainly North, West and East of you. The Quest 2 comes with a ‘Guardian’ thats really good at letting you know when you’re ‘out of bounds’ but you will be bending to search or grab stuff reaching and leaning over, tossing things aside (In VR, While stationary, with one or two steps of leeway) make sure you have the space to be swinging your arms around like that. be honest with yourself about this space. If you don’t have it, you don’t have it. Sorry. I had to rearrange my room a little but luckily I had the space and it was absolutely worth it.-VR is very physical. Some games have seated options but require too much leaning and grabbing and searching to do it sitting down. So be ready to stand and crouch and lean. I kept that from both pro’s and cons. IMO, awesome, but be ready for it. Make yourself take breaks every half to sit and stretch if you’re not used to standing all day, but not even taking into account the workout apps, this has gotten me burning more calories and keeping my redstuff circulating more and my metabolism on its toes. Actually crouching behind cover is pretty cool but also tiring lol.- IMO, Probably not a con, too many older games being remade or re-released in VR. Don’t get me wrong, Fallout 4 with Whispering Hills mod was and is mindblowing but after putting in so many hours on the pc version and playing it for years, its kinda hard to get all the way into again. But I guess for kids who never ever played Fallout 4 and they get it for VR, then it’ll be pretty awesome for them. Same for Resident Evil 4 Which I played on the Gamecube, not in VR yet but I fear the novelty will wear off as I played that game like crazy already and it would be a massive retread – even if VR itself is still amazing, I’ll stand by that. (So not a direct reflection of this product)-I want to see more completely brand new AAA single player games.-I hear GTA San Andreas is coming to VR.. Again, great for kids, but how about a brand new GTA VR?.- Only been in the scene a few weeks but, looking back and ahead, it looks like a really lazy and slow march into making VR a thing for everyone. IMO right now it’s still more of a niche enthusiast thing. I only say that because I’ve been hearing about VR for years. What did people play on the Quest 1?- Get a small rug or mat to stand on, maybe even a towel will do so you know when you’re stepping off too far out of bounds. I have a small rug I folded up just enough to fit my feet with a little bit of slack on all sides. This’ll make you more comfortable but will also help keep you stationary and orient you. They sell $100 tough gamer standing pads about the size of the guardian, if you have the dedicated space and money for it, I can’t stop you I guess, but a simple, thick rug or small yoga mat will do.-Like a baseball plate, add a little point when you draw your guardian space to let you know which way you should be facing at all times, you want that wire mostly behind you at all times.I have more to say but admittedly this is getting long. I would wait a couple of years until a much lighter and more comfortable VR device comes out. But, if you cannot wait any longer and love gaming or just want what VR has to offer. I can tell you that, it is here, and it is amazing.Seeing previews of anything VR on a 2D screen cannot do it justice and neither can words, of this you must trust me, you would have to experience it yourself to truly understand. Ask a friend or coworker if they have one and if you can try it. You wont believe it until you do. Or take the plunge like I did. I have my gripes with this thing, and it’s not all fairy tales, but I do not regret purchasing it. Like I said before, it really is the next level in gaming, and it really is here.Be considerate, please. This took a while to write to help you.
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Man K. Wong –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Unleashing the Next Level of Immersive Gaming
The Meta Quest 2 has revolutionized my gaming experience like never before. This cutting-edge virtual reality headset has completely transformed the way I interact with games, movies, and even social experiences. From the moment I put it on, I was transported to a world of limitless possibilities, making it an absolute must-have for any gaming enthusiast.The first thing that impressed me was the Meta Quest 2’s stunning display. The high-resolution, fast-switch LCD panels deliver crystal-clear visuals, providing sharp details and vibrant colors that truly immerse you in the virtual environment. Whether I was exploring fantastical realms or engaging in heart-pounding action, the visuals were breathtakingly realistic, pulling me into the gaming world like never before.The Quest 2’s performance is unparalleled. The powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 processor, coupled with 6GB of RAM, ensures seamless and lag-free gameplay. I experienced smooth frame rates, minimal loading times, and overall responsiveness that kept me fully engrossed in my gaming adventures.Comfort is a significant factor in any VR headset, and the Meta Quest 2 excels in this department. The lightweight design, ergonomic straps, and soft facial interface provided a comfortable fit even during extended gaming sessions. Additionally, the adjustable IPD (interpupillary distance) settings ensured that I could fine-tune the headset for a custom fit, enhancing the overall comfort and visual experience.The Meta Quest 2’s Touch controllers are a joy to use. They are incredibly responsive and intuitive, mimicking my hand movements with impressive accuracy. From wielding a virtual sword to manipulating objects in the virtual world, the controllers effortlessly translated my actions into the game, creating a sense of true immersion and control.The wireless nature of the Quest 2 is a game-changer. No more tripping over wires or being tethered to a PC; the freedom to move around without any constraints elevated my gaming experience to a whole new level. With its built-in tracking capabilities, I could explore vast virtual worlds without being tied to a specific spot.The Quest 2’s library of games and experiences is vast and continually growing. From thrilling action titles to captivating exploration games, there’s something for every gaming preference. The Meta platform also offers a social space, allowing me to connect with friends and family in virtual reality, bridging the gap between gaming and social interaction.Setting up the Meta Quest 2 was a breeze. The guided setup process and user-friendly interface made it easy to get started quickly. The headset’s integrated guardian system helped create a safe play area, preventing collisions with real-world objects while I was fully engrossed in my virtual adventures.In conclusion, the Meta Quest 2 is a game-changing virtual reality headset that has transformed my gaming experience. Its stunning visuals, powerful performance, and comfort-enhancing design immerse me in virtual worlds like never before. With its vast library of games and social interaction features, the Quest 2 has become an essential part of my gaming setup, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their gaming experience to new heights.Pros:- Stunning high-resolution display with vibrant colors- Powerful performance and smooth gameplay- Comfortable and customizable fit- Intuitive and responsive Touch controllers- Wireless design for unrestricted movement- Expansive library of games and social interaction featuresCons:- Limited battery life during intensive useOverall, the Meta Quest 2 deserves its place at the forefront of the VR gaming revolution, and it has undoubtedly earned its spot as a flagship device in the virtual reality market.
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Danny –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Immerse Yourself in Virtual Reality – Meta Quest 2 Delivers an Unforgettable VR Experience
The Meta Quest 2 is a groundbreaking virtual reality (VR) headset that takes your gaming and entertainment experiences to new heights. With its impressive visuals, wireless freedom, and a vast library of immersive content, this device offers an unparalleled VR experience that will leave you in awe.The standout feature of the Meta Quest 2 is its stunning display and graphics. With a high-resolution screen and advanced optics, the headset delivers crisp and vibrant visuals, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in virtual worlds. Whether you’re exploring breathtaking landscapes, battling virtual foes, or engaging in interactive experiences, the Meta Quest 2 brings every detail to life, creating a sense of presence like no other.The Meta Quest 2 offers wireless freedom, eliminating the need for any cumbersome wires or cables. The all-in-one design means you can move and explore your virtual environment freely without any restrictions, enhancing the feeling of immersion and providing a more comfortable and enjoyable experience. The intuitive controllers allow for natural and precise interactions, adding to the overall sense of immersion and control.The device comes with a vast library of VR games, experiences, and apps, catering to a wide range of interests and preferences. From action-packed adventures to creative experiences and educational content, the Meta Quest 2 offers something for everyone. The growing selection of titles ensures that there’s always a new and exciting experience to discover, keeping you entertained for hours on end.Setting up the Meta Quest 2 is straightforward and hassle-free. The device features built-in sensors for tracking your movements, eliminating the need for external sensors or setup. The user-friendly interface and intuitive controls make it easy to navigate through menus, launch games, and customize your VR experience according to your preferences.The Meta Quest 2 provides a social VR experience, allowing you to connect and engage with friends and fellow VR enthusiasts from around the world. Whether you’re exploring virtual worlds together, engaging in multiplayer battles, or simply chatting in virtual spaces, the social features of the Meta Quest 2 enhance the sense of community and make VR even more enjoyable.The Meta Quest 2 is constantly evolving and improving with regular software updates and feature enhancements. This ensures that you have access to the latest features, optimizations, and improvements, keeping your VR experience fresh and exciting over time.In conclusion, the Meta Quest 2 is a game-changing VR headset that delivers an unforgettable immersive experience. With its stunning visuals, wireless freedom, and a vast library of content, this device opens up a world of virtual possibilities. Whether you’re a gaming enthusiast, an entertainment lover, or someone seeking new experiences, the Meta Quest 2 offers a gateway to a whole new realm of interactive entertainment. Immerse yourself in virtual reality and let the Meta Quest 2 transport you to extraordinary worlds beyond imagination.
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wingnut1942 –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great VR
Design and Comfort:First things first, the Meta Quest 2 looks pretty cool! It has a sleek and modern design that caught my eye. When I wore it, I found it surprisingly lightweight, and the straps were easily adjustable for a comfortable fit. I had a blast playing games without feeling any discomfort. However, if you’ve got a larger noggin like me, it might feel a tad snug. But hey, it still worked fine!Visuals and Display:The visuals on the Meta Quest 2 are pretty impressive. The colors are vibrant, and everything looks sharp and detailed. It’s definitely a step up from older VR headsets I’ve tried. I noticed a slight “screen-door effect” sometimes, where you can see tiny gaps between the pixels, but it didn’t bother me much once I got immersed in the games.Performance and Experience:Playing games on the Meta Quest 2 was a blast! The performance was smooth most of the time, although I did experience occasional hiccups in graphically intense moments. It didn’t ruin the experience, but it was noticeable. The wireless freedom was a game-changer for me. No annoying cables or external sensors to worry about—I could just jump around and explore the virtual world without restrictions. It was pretty awesome!Content Library:The Meta Quest 2 has a ton of games and experiences to choose from. I was like a kid in a candy store! Whether you’re into action-packed adventures or educational simulations, there’s something for everyone. The only downside I found is that some of the big-name VR titles I wanted to play weren’t available on this platform. But hey, there’s still a wide variety of options to keep you entertained.Overall Impression:So, my overall take on the Meta Quest 2? It’s a solid virtual reality headset! I had a great time using it, and it definitely took my gaming experience to a whole new level. The design is slick, the visuals are immersive, and the wireless aspect is a game-changer. Sure, it’s not perfect—the fit might be snug for some, and there can be occasional performance hiccups—but it’s still a fantastic device. If you’re looking to dip your toes into the VR world, I’d say give the Meta Quest 2 a shot!
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MEG327 –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best purchase ever!
I feel like the guy from “Ready, Player One” with this! When you put it on, time flies, so I’m glad the battery doesn’t last forever (a couple hours)! It’s dangerous if you’re using it plugged in, because with unlimited power, you can easily stay up all night! So much to see and do, through the online web browser and all sorts of games and apps. I signed up for Supernatural and am working out every day – endless workout routines and music playlists to choose from! I also connected with a long-distance friend and had his avatar sitting in my virtual home chatting with me, and playing games with me – so awesome! Also signed up for the monthly Meta+ membership to get 2 new curated games every month. Can’t wait for the mini golf next month to play with my friend! Also love the meditation apps, TRIPP and Liminal, and I’m not into meditating, but the music and visuals are so awesome and relaxing! A great way to get refreshed after a workout or wind down before sleeping. Options are endless on this thing and I’m so glad I finally took the plunge – well worth the money! I also bought the Kiwi Comfort Elite strap which is more comfortable and easier to adjust the fit than with the standard strap, and I got cloth covers to absorb sweat when exercising.
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Selcuk Onat –
3.0 out of 5 stars
Torn in two directions at once….
So, there are two sides to this product. From a hardware standpoint, I really don’t have any complaints. The headset is comfortable enough with one of the better adjustable head straps I’ve ever seen on any head-worn device. (I recommend wearing a cloth skullcap or even washcloth so that the strap isn’t pulling on your hair (a baseball cap won’t work), and the towel will collect sweat, although I’ve yet to sweat in it. There’s a learning curve with the controllers, though it’s not bad. Be careful, you could easily break them quickly, smashing them into each other, or punching into a wall or objects, though the guardian carrier does work effectively in keeping you from running into things once you set it up, so make sure you set it up properly. This product can NOT be operated in less than an 8ft square space. You may want to own a house with a dedicated room, or have some space in your apt. Don’t expect to use this in an apt with no central open space. The audio isn’t as good as some newer iphones, but its not bad either, however, I hope sending it out to a stereo is seamless. I have a feeling it won’t be. Connecting to the internet was not a problem at all.My real issue is I don’t feel the browsing of apps and functions is OPTIMAL considering how much fanfare Facebook is blowing about the metaverse. The nav took me a bit to get used to, but then it became fairly logical. The issue is some apps are much better at navigating than others. Having to boot out with the Oculus button varies app to app, and it almost never takes you back to the previous menu which you dove in from. The control console always shows up, but the menu of what you were in doesn’t always. Case in point – the tv channel, which includes various travel VR scenes of Paris, Cairo etc. The Paris footage was great, if short, but I tried to boot out of Cairo, and the TV icon became visible, and I clicked on it, and I went right back into the video where I was, NOT to the previous menu of selections. I NEVER got back there, and ended up NOWHERE near where I started. Facebook needs to crack down on those apps not meeting the nav standards, but they prob don’t want to lose previous content, which takes some effort to create, it is clear.You have to give this time. Some apps will disappoint, others will amaze, and there’s no way to predict it, because this is a new sort of medium. The demos are often not adequate to be sure you want to pay for the app, and that can be a bummer, because if you don’t like it, you just paid for zippo.For instance, one app claimed to be free, then dumped me into a big showroom where you have to buy your weapons. Other apps have demos good enough to make it clear buying the app will be worth it over time. Facebook should do more to demand adequate demos from developers.An app like Superhot is phenomenal and makes you happy you bought this. The demo gives you a taste of what the game about, and then the game seems like a good deal, and you’ve got a satisfying experience. I HIGHLY recommend the ISS space experience downloads if you want to see what floating in orbit is like. It’s quite astonishing. The travel experiences make you want to go to those places. The issue is if you don’t get into the right apps, you might find yourself saying ho hum.The travel TV segments look great if a bit dated. The famous fitness program Supernatural instantly put me into a 14-day trial that will go straight into monthly payments if I don’t cancel it. Can’t you just show me the program for an hour without getting my payment info? This isn’t your iphone where you know iOS is there to protect you. This is Facebook, and yeah, I have a bias towards Apple, and I’m here to tell them that this market is open to take away from Facebook, because they aren’t doing it 100% optimally.Another problem I have is the utility VR programs that tap into desktop software I want to use that are more specialized work through Steam and the PC. I want the Quest 2 to interface with Apple, and that may not be happening.I’m not saying that VR isn’t a stunning experience, and the physical side is really well figured out. It truly is, but the software side (as often is the case) could be tighter. This is Facebook, and they claim to own this space so they deserve more pointed criticism. The issue is also that VR is a somewhat new medium, so some patience is to be expected. It will take a few tries to get used to the basic operation, and then you can start assessing the apps. However, if you get dud apps before you get used to the operation, you may find it all overrated. I just think Facebook should match their introduction to the physical use of the headset to a good cross section of apps to bring you in further. Echo VR is another app that shows you the potential of the medium once you get into it. However, I’m not really about meeting up with people I don’t know to play games. These apps should have single-player options by default. The VR environment instantly puts you into a space where you’re making choices, and sometimes you don’t like the choices the app you’re in has made. You want to do something else.People complain about the interface of the accounts with Facebook. I wasn’t crazy about it at first, but you can create multiple profiles under the main one, so it’s not the end of the world. Of course, many of the settings have to be reentered from scratch, and so far the apps don’t seem to cross across the accounts, so not sure if that’s optimal.Also, literally ZERO apps come with the console. There are free apps, but you wouldn’t know it, since how to find them is NOT immediately apparent (once again, squeezing your own customer instead of being their pal), some of which are more or less lying, and others which are highly boring. You would think Facebook would have the brains to greet new users into their wondrous world by just having a mainstay of 3 seamless good apps for everyone that got you feeling good about the console you just bought.So I give it 4 stars for setup of the headset itself, and 2 stars for not really introducing the user properly to a set of apps that shows them the power of the medium overall.
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TsegaTsega –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Meta Quest 2: Unleashing the Extraordinary Virtual Adventure!
“Meta Quest 2 is an incredible product that offers an unparalleled experience, transporting you to an entirely new world that will leave you in awe. Its impressive features and capabilities truly make you feel like you’re stepping into a virtual wonderland filled with limitless possibilities. This amazing device has been designed with utmost precision and attention to detail, allowing you to immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes, thrilling adventures, and engaging interactive experiences like never before. With Meta Quest 2, you can explore vast digital realms, connect with friends in virtual social spaces, and enjoy an array of captivating games and applications that cater to your every interest. It’s an exceptional piece of technology that takes entertainment and productivity to a whole new level, making it a must-have for anyone seeking an extraordinary escape from reality.”
peacemaker –
5.0 out of 5 stars
omg FUN!
I had a mastectomy and bought this as a way to help me get my range of motion back, and OMG, it is so much fun!! There’s so much to do and see. I didn’t realize that some of the exercise programs and other games cost extra or need a subscription, so that kinda stunk, but there is definitely plenty to do for free, including exercise! I was sweating in less than 8 minutes. If you just want to unwind, there are wonderful places to explore. One bad thing is the battery is short-lived. This saves me, otherwise, I might be on it for too long day and night. Still, a longer battery would be good. Also earbuds so others don’t have to listen to our games. I can’t wait to see how this gets improved upon in the future. Like how we used to have giant wireless phones at one point…lol. I’m not a huge fan of how AI is writing for us and we can’t hardly tell an AI person from an actual human, but if we can keep a healthy balance of real life vs virtual reality, this could be great! Very fun, and the exercises are really fantastic. The whole thing is mind-blowing to me.
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Starman –
5.0 out of 5 stars
OMG
OMG these goggles are breath taking. The reality and functionality is just out of this world. One of the first things I did once I got it set up was to look at some of the free videos from the meta store, and of those I chose some international space station clip. These goggles really made me feel like I was there in space with the astronauts while they were working in space, looking down onto the earth from on orbit. At one point I even tried to catch myself because I looked down and in my mind I felt the height from where I was looking. Some of the other gaming samples I looked at were great as well, I’m looking forward to trying some of the fitness apps. The battery life is a bit disappointing but really I suppose, that the ~3hours is quite long enough for 1 person anyway. So far… these are great fun, so much so that I also ordered a pair for my wife so we can play together with them.
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Alpha Pilot –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
Really fun for working out and playing games. The image is hard to keep in focus because of the fresnel lenses. You have to keep your eyes directly in the center of the lenses to get the best image. Can be hard to do when you’re jumping around. The graphics are very low resolution. But, they work really well. The next generation (Quest 3) should be better.
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Salesdirect Customer –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Meta Quest VR
This has come a long way! It is amazing!!!! I love it! The epic roller coaster is so realistic! Buy this! Occulus hit a grand slam with this ❤️
Salesdirect Customer –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Updates suck
So I got this today and I have fiber internet at 500 mps. I got the set up done at 9 am and it’s 8:30 pm and it is still doing updates. I chatted with meta and they said to leave it on overnight. We’ll see how it is when I actually get to use it.
Victor Ibarra –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Probably refurbished. But heck of a lot of fun.
I requested a replacement. The Lenses were scuffed out the box, and there were black scuffs on the controllers. This leads me to believe it was a refurbished and repackaged device.I hope the next one looks good because even though it’s blurry it’s been the most fun I’ve had in a minute.27 year old and my non-game husband LOVED super hot. We played it for about 2 hours overall with beat saber and have had fun, planning on taking it to work early on Monday mornings as we have huge empty classrooms to do alot in!!
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Craig Bantz –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow. Amazing headset.
This is such a good headset for the price. Very high quality. I do recommend getting a more comfortable strap for the headset.
Tonja Drecker –
5.0 out of 5 stars
So much fun
I picked this up for my teenage son as a Christmas present. I was a bit concerned about the internet connection, since we live very rural and have only a very, very slow connection. But this works without a problem.The headset is, thanks to the straps, adjustable to a wide range of head sizes. It doesn’t pinch the hair or rub or feel uncomfortable. The viewer fits around my younger daughter’s head all the way up to my husband’s very large one. There is a built-in cushion around the area it rests on the face, which keeps it from rubbing or irritating. The nose area, unfortunately, isn’t nearly as ‘all fitting’ and is rather large. My son does find it sometimes distracting, since he can glimpse a tiny bit of the ‘real’ world when glancing down. There is also an extra accessories which is placed in the headset for those who wear glasses. I’ve tried it with and without this extra piece, but didn’t have trouble with my glasses either way. The handheld controllers are comfortable in the hand, have buttons which are easy to reach, and work very well. These do have wrist straps, which work very well, too.On to the games and usage! I’m not tech-savvy, so things have to be pretty basic for me to use them. This headset is no problem. It came mostly charged and ready to go. It’s pretty self-explanatory with the menus easy to see and use when the visor is on. It took about 2 hours for the installation to download and install…but that’s thanks to our very, very, very slow connection. And we found that fast (so that tells you how quick it’d be on ‘normal’ connections). It took a bit to flip through all of the menu options and included apps to see what is there and what not. We did need to download the games, but this was no problem. There are free ones and variously priced ones, giving something for every direction and budget. Once downloaded, the games work easily with or without internet connection (depending on the game, I assume). We got the basic memory one and it has more than enough space for us.The headset battery usage lasts about 2 to 4 hours, but this depends on what games are being played as well as the screen brightness and such. So, it can vary. The hand controllers, of course, hold longer, but believe it or not, these are NOT rechargeable. They use standard AA.Clear some room space when using this. It does have an awesome mapping out application, which the kids loved to use and roam through the house with. And the games to have the player ‘draw’ the borders first. Watch flailing arms, though (we did have some accidental whacking of innocent family members going on). It is fun. Tons of fun. Some of my relatives, who tried it out for a few minutes because…who wouldn’t?…did experience a bit of a headache after 5 or so minutes of play or had a bit of dizziness. I didn’t have a problem nor do my kids, though.I’m glad we picked this up, one for both of my kids at home, and they do play together (they can chat through the headsets and such as well). Oh, and my son has streamed Netflix through it and said that it’s an odd experience as well.
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Salesdirect Customer –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Really good to play with on your free time!
I bought this because I wanted to try virtual reality. It was fun to play with friends! Exploring games and turning my home into a virtual movie theater is also cool!
-B –
4.0 out of 5 stars
Best value for VR (as of end of 2022 Q4)… if your OK with the potential for data misuse.
My first VR headset was the Oculus Rift. The Meta Quest 2 is definitively an upgrade. The standalone VR is way better than I was expecting and in and of itself worth the price. However the Meta Link (wired) to a pc works however over is a tedious pain, hence minus one star.Steam VR over Meta Quest 2 Link PC hardward considerations:1. Computer should support usb 3.0 or greater… 2.0 works but not much of an upgrade over original Rift.2. USB Link speed determines max Steam VR resolution / refresh rate (My USB 2.0 link is 72Hz at full resolution, increasing refresh rate lowers resolution).3. Max power available over USB Link (just because it’s 3.0 doesn’t mean it will have enough power to play AND charge the Meta Quest 2 at the same time)4. a PCIe add in card with a direct connection to the power supply is recommended to charge AND play without slowly draining Meta Quest 2 battery.5. A “gotcha” for USB3x PCIe add in cards is the number of available PCI express lanes available for the card to operate at “full speed” (Note: a PCI express lane is not to be confused with a PCIe motherboard slot: PCI express lanes are internal connections supported by the motherboard chip-set, not the physical motherboard slots) (example my motherboard has two PCIe slots and 16 PCI express lanes. The video card takes so many lanes the add in card will only run at USB 2.0 speeds inspite of the fact it is a USB3.2 PCIe card! If I pull my video card it would probably work )6. Beefy videocards take a lot of PCIexpress lanes (~16)7. PCIe to USB3x cards operating at 10Gbs take another (4~)Steam VR over Meta Quest 2 Link PC software considerations:I have to launch Oculus software then Steam VR and then plug/unplug/re-plug the headset and sometimes reboot and relaunch everyting to get the order correct for the link to work. It’s almost as if Meta is intentionally being difficult…Personal data considerations:Then of course there is the fact that all of your choices, game play time, vr room choice, vr avatar choice, manerisims, reaction time, room layout, hand preference, height, voice, ect… are available to be recorded and cataloged in a database. It is not a stretch to imagine this data is put into a database and compared against target groups matching you for the purpose of influencing your purchasing choice and/or vote to the group willing to pay for the advertisment. It’s what the engineer in me would do if assigned the task… I assure you, you are not completely immune to sustained targeted influence. Even the order of the “feed” will influence your emotions and once your emotions are involved you are controllable.But yea, I bought one, it’s worth the money, just turn off most of the personal tracking features and hope they respect your/my wishes…”I, for one, welcome our supreme overlords.”
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Renee West –
5.0 out of 5 stars
Son loves it
He begged us for it and it is absolutely great and he loves it but it has fallen off his head and definitely could use some safety updates for smaller children
Sara C –
5.0 out of 5 stars
My Second Time Purchasing This! And not because of issues with the first
I actually wound up buying another one of these for my niece for her birthday. She was diagnosed with melanoma stage 3 last year and fought like a soldier over the last year. After finishing her chemo she was going to get a scan declaring her in remission. Sadly she didn’t get that good news as we hoped and now she has a harder battle to fight. The only thing she mentioned wanting was an oculus and her birthday was very close to her second diagnosis, so I asked my sister in law if my husband and I could get it for her. Well, she got to skip school the day it was out for delivery and now she is able to play it with family members and my son even when they aren’t in the same house. It was a great way to connect with each other and that was my goal; for her to have the game system she wanted and play with her cousins through the internet. I’m hoping this will be a continued favorite game in days where she may be feeling down or too tired to go out. Seeing her smile when she received it made it worth every penny, and I already knew it would be a great system since my sonHas had his for almost a year now with no issues!
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