As you can see, we were able to try out various games, both through link cable as well as the native versions on the headset itself. They all ran without any issues, and I was able to enjoy a relatively seamless experience.

The only downside with the PC VR games was the generally low-res rendering due to the link beta, but once you started playing them you got immersed enough to forget about it, and I had a lot of fun trying all sorts of games.

Physical Aspects

Just lastly, we would like to talk briefly about how we physically felt using the headset for the first time, less from a review perspective and more from an advisory angle.

I have been playing fast-paced first-person shooters and high mobility games for as long as I can remember, and I have never had any motion sickness. Playing some games like Hellsplit and Blair Witch with free movement was the first time I ever felt a knot in my stomach playing videogames.

As such, we advise that you start with more seated experiences and slowly work your way up if it’s your first time. Most games have a teleport function for movement, and it’s the best way to get used to VR.

Try not to play after eating either as that can make the discomfort worse, and it is best to play only when you are fully rested. Of course, the more you play, the more you will get used to it. Still, it’s worthwhile investing in a better strap once you can find some to alleviate some of the discomforts from prolonged gameplay.

Overview

Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better entry point to VR. The Quest 2 is made with convenience in mind, and is really easy to set up and start using right outside the box! Not to mention, it’s surprisingly light but powerful, which makes it hassle-free compared to the more wired and bulky options.

The games all ran really well too, without any latency both on the headset and via Link cable on PC, opening us to a huge library of games to try and play. And because the hardware ecosystem is rather open on the Quest 2, you do get a lot of possibility for development and side-loading indie or experimental apps.

What impressed me the most is how easy it was to connect to the PC, requiring a single wire that is much easier to manage than multiple HDMI ports like the other headsets, albeit at the cost of visual clarity.
Whilst the build quality does fall a bit short during prolonged use due to the rigid straps, low battery-life and thin foam pad; the device has been built with modifications in mind, allowing you to replace straps and cushioning as you see fit.

If you are someone who has been wanting to play a lot of VR games either through steam or the headset itself wirelessly, then this might be a great starting point to experience what the world of VR has to offer.

NOTE: The headset does require a Facebook account in order to be used, but we were able to setup ours without any issues.

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Haris Iqbal

Haris is a games designer, consultant, and critic with over 10 years of experience across game development and games press. He has shipped multiple products and helped teams improve their games through thoughtful, iterative feedback. His writing blends hands-on design experience with clear, honest criticism.

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