Oculus Quest 2 delivers fresh experiences for enthusiasts and new opportunities for developers, all while introducing immersive gaming to newcomers across the globe. Quest 2 pushes the state of VR forward with a redesigned all-in-one form factor, new Touch controllers, and highest-resolution display ever.
Quest 2 packs a suite of innovations to power the next generation of VR games and experiences. With the first Quest headset, they debuted a revolutionary all-in-one form factor powered by innovations like the Oculus Insight tracking system. With Quest 2, they're taking things even further, starting with a multi-generational leap in processing power with the state-of-the-art Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Platform offering higher AI capability, and 6GB of RAM. The new display features 1832 x 1920 pixels per eye—their highest resolution display yet. With 50% more pixels than the original Quest, everything from multiplayer games and productivity apps to 360° videos look better than ever.
When it comes to game controllers, comfort is crucial, but so is performance. Quest 2 comes with new Touch controllers built to offer better ergonomics—inspired by their original Touch design—with the same intuitive controls that translate gestures directly into VR for unparalleled hand presence in virtual environments. They also optimized controller tracking to make it more efficient, delivering battery life that’s up to four times longer than Quest’s Touch controllers.
Quest 2 gives you access to the full breadth of the Quest content library, which will also include exciting upcoming titles like Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge, Myst, Jurassic World Aftermath, Warhammer 40,000 Battle Sister, Pistol Whip: 2089, The Climb 2, Rez Infinite, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, and many more. Quest 2 is also compatible with Oculus Link so you can enjoy the best of PC VR gaming as well as upcoming titles. With hundreds of popular Quest and Rift games available, and many more on the way, there’s never been a better time to jump into VR.
From the start, they wanted Quest 2 to help more people discover what VR has to offer. That’s why they redesigned the headset to achieve a slimmer profile, cutting over 10% of the weight from the original Quest so it’s more portable and easier to wear. They also know that adjustable IPD (interpupillary distance) is an important factor when considering VR headsets. Quest 2 includes a built-in IPD adjustment mechanism with three settings, letting people adjust lens position for visual comfort.
Quest 2 will also support a new line of optional accessories. Designed to enhance fit and comfort, these customizable head straps and facial interface add-ons give people the flexibility to play how they want, where they want. For instance, the Elite Strap with Battery accessory delivers double the playtime with increased balance and ergonomics, helping those who love longer play sessions to stay immersed in their favorite games and experiences. And the Fit Pack provides swappable facial interfaces to fit wider or narrower face shapes. As they welcome more people into their community with Quest 2, they hope these accessories will help make VR more inclusive for a diverse audience.
Over the past year, they've heard from developers and the VR community alike that Quest delivers on the promise of VR better than any other headset. It offers flexibility and comfort while letting people enjoy both wireless Quest titles and the best of high-powered PC VR (through Oculus Link), all with a single all-in-one headset. This is the future of VR.
With a higher resolution panel and the ability to reach a higher refresh rate than Rift S, all in a lighter form factor and at a lower cost, Quest 2 brings a leveled-up PC VR gaming experience to enthusiasts. They've worked hard to improve Oculus Link’s performance, stability, and third-party cable compatibility since its launch in November 2019.
They're going to focus on standalone VR headsets moving forward and will no longer pursue PC-only hardware, with sales of Rift S ending in 2021. That said, the Rift Platform isn’t going anywhere. In fact, they've seen significant growth in PC VR via Oculus Link, and the Rift Platform will continue to grow while offering high-end PC VR experiences well into the future.
Sales of the original Quest will also end as they bring Quest 2 to retailers worldwide. But that doesn’t mean they'll stop supporting the original Quest. They'll continue improving Quest by listening to the people who made its success possible—players from the VR community and will deliver more new features and gaming experiences moving forward, so stay tuned!
Their goal with the original Quest was to bring standalone VR to as many people as possible. They're doubling down on that goal with Quest 2. It combines the performance gamers want with the flexibility people need, all at a price significantly lower than similarly featured headsets on the market. Quest 2 is more than just the next step in all-in-one VR. It represents years of feedback from developers, gaming enthusiasts, and the broader VR community, and they couldn’t be more grateful for this ongoing support.
Quest 2 is simple to set up, just put the headset on and then draw the playable area around your room with the controller. Again, no wires or sensors to set up. Simple and easy. It just provides a whole new level of getting immersed in games.
We're excited to review every new game that they come out with. Especially during this time when there is a lot of time being spent at home, your family can have a great deal of fun, alone or together!
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