What VR headsets are compatible with steam?
What VR headsets are compatible with steam? I have a Rift S headset but its getting old and not working probably and since they discontinued it i cant fix it, so i would like to know which of those new VR headsets are compatible with steam games or even able to be connected to a desktop computer, and if they can be modded like the Rift S/Beat saber combo
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cinedine 31 Jul @ 7:16am 
Pretty much all of them via

https://steamhost.cn/app/992490/iVRy_Driver_for_SteamVR/

I am using a PSVR 1st Generation and it works perfectly fine with this adaptor.
i not looking for a adaptor, i want a dedicated PC VR headset like the Rift S or something similar without the need for a adaptor
Originally posted by Siragatatu:
i not looking for a adaptor, i want a dedicated PC VR headset like the Rift S or something similar without the need for a adaptor

The absolute cheapest option is likely going to be Quest 2 or 3 but how good it will be will fully depend on your wifi or the third party cable you use for a wired connection. PSVR2 (with PC adaptor) is a better headset and still cheaper than a PC dedicated one.
Originally posted by Chika Ogiue:
Originally posted by Siragatatu:
i not looking for a adaptor, i want a dedicated PC VR headset like the Rift S or something similar without the need for a adaptor

The absolute cheapest option is likely going to be Quest 2 or 3 but how good it will be will fully depend on your wifi or the third party cable you use for a wired connection. PSVR2 (with PC adaptor) is a better headset and still cheaper than a PC dedicated one.

my only thing is that i would like to use the VR games i already have on my steam account without the need to buy they again, i just remembered that valve have a VR headset that i pretty sure is PC dedicated, would that be my only option?
Originally posted by Siragatatu:
my only thing is that i would like to use the VR games i already have on my steam account without the need to buy they again, i just remembered that valve have a VR headset that i pretty sure is PC dedicated, would that be my only option?

You wouldn't have to buy them again. Quest 2 and 3 (although I've only used Quest 2) can be linked to Steam either wirelessly or via cable through either the options provided in device or via third party solutions. Steam Link is also available as an app in the Quest store (it's free). If you get the PC adaptor for PSVR2 it works directly through Steam with the PSVR2 app (available for free on Steam). Both solutions allow you to use your Steam games and any other non-Steam games that make use of Steam VR.

Also, you wouldn't need a PS5 for the PSVR2 headset. It and its controllers can be updated via the PSVR2 app on Steam (which, after performing set up, is the app's main use). Note that PSVR2 is a wired only headset.
Last edited by Chika Ogiue; 31 Jul @ 8:45am
Knee 31 Jul @ 9:26am 
Originally posted by Siragatatu:
would that be my only option?
No. Your options were explained to you in the very first reply.
Originally posted by Siragatatu:
What VR headsets are compatible with steam? I have a Rift S headset but its getting old and not working probably and since they discontinued it i cant fix it, so i would like to know which of those new VR headsets are compatible with steam games or even able to be connected to a desktop computer, and if they can be modded like the Rift S/Beat saber combo
Broadly-speaking, VR titles released on Steam are not locked to the use of one specific headset or manufacturer (unlike, say, Meta Store titles only being intended to work on Meta/Quest headsets).

Therefore, you can generally play any of your Steam-purchased VR titles on any PC-supported VR headset as long as the individual game has been properly tested and supports that given headset.

I have a Quest 3, and it's worked with every Steam-purchased VR title I've tried with it, no obscure software needed (in addition to Meta / Rift store titles).

Currently, I think that the general understanding is that - by some margin - the Quest 3 is the best value headset in terms of capability, convenience and feature set for the money. Given that the Quest 2 & 3 headsets are also the most-used headsets on PC, it is also very, very well-supported by VR titles on Steam.

The Quest 3S is a cheaper alternative to the Quest 3, but I would generally lean towards the more advanced Quest 3 if you have the budget and you're not likely to be replacing the headset for several years. I'd skip the Quest 2 entirely unless you're looking for an ultra-budget solution - though it will likely continue to work for PC VR titles for some years to come, with only newer standalone Quest-exclusive titles likely to be unsupported.

As mentioned in this thread, the Quest 3 can be used wired or wirelessly. I personally use mine wirelessly, but robust home Wi-Fi is important if you are intending to do so. I would also strongly recommend one immediate hardware addon in particular - an improved headstrap that supports and includes a battery pack. One of the best solutions (though there are others) is the BoboVR S3 Pro. This not only greatly improves comfort, but also extends battery life for wireless use considerably.

If you have a much larger budget and want something very high end, there are other headsets you might consider, and your choices might be less obvious. The Bigscreen Beyond 2 looks very appealing if you're willing to consider buying external base stations (no inside-out tracking), and be always-wired to your PC.

You mentioned Valve's headset as something you were considering - that would be the Valve Index - though I would generally not recommend this today. While it was excellent for the time, other options are much better value for money and technology's generally improved in most areas.

Valve DOES have a successor to the Index that is on the horizon, however. It's currently known as the Valve Deckard (though may go by a different name upon release), and this could be a very compelling headset to consider when it finally does land. Discussions have speculated at release either later this year or 2026, with no launch dates confirmed officially.
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