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The Oculus Quest 2 is the first of the Oculus headsets to experiment with multi-user support and app sharing. You can share your apps with 3 accounts beyond your own. Each user must log in to their own Facebook account to play. App sharing is not automatically possible for all games made before this feature was deployed.<ref name=”two”>https://about.fb.com/news/2021/02/share-your-oculus-quest/</ref> | The Oculus Quest 2 is the first of the Oculus headsets to experiment with multi-user support and app sharing. You can share your apps with 3 accounts beyond your own. Each user must log in to their own Facebook account to play. App sharing is not automatically possible for all games made before this feature was deployed.<ref name=”two”>https://about.fb.com/news/2021/02/share-your-oculus-quest/</ref> | ||
==Release and Pricing== | ==Release and Pricing== | ||
The Oculus Quest 2 started shipping in October 2020. It is available worldwide through global and regional companies. For the first time, you can purchase a Quest product from Japan, too. This will soon be the only Oculus headset available for purchase; Facebook announced they will focus on stand-alone VR headsets moving forward. Facebook will stop selling the Oculus Rift S as well as Quest in 2021 but will continue to support their platforms.<ref name=”one”></ref> | The Oculus Quest 2 started shipping in October 2020. It is available worldwide through global and regional companies. For the first time, you can purchase a Quest product from Japan, too. This will soon be the only Oculus headset available for purchase; Facebook announced they will focus on stand-alone VR headsets moving forward. Facebook will stop selling the Oculus Rift S as well as Quest in 2021 but will continue to support their platforms.<ref name=”one”></ref> | ||
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==Input Devices== | ==Input Devices== | ||
Touch controllers - one for each hand, similar to previous Touch controllers with haptic feedback | Touch controllers - one for each hand, similar to previous Touch controllers with haptic feedback | ||
==Accessories== | ==Accessories== | ||
===Elite Strap=== | ===Elite Strap=== | ||
The Elite Strap is a head strap you can use instead of the factory default. It provides additional comfort and allows you to twist a wheel to secure your fit. The Elite Strap with Battery extends your play time, in addition to improving ergonomics.<ref name="four"></ref><ref name="seven"></ref> | The Elite Strap is a head strap you can use instead of the factory default. It provides additional comfort and allows you to twist a wheel to secure your fit. The Elite Strap with Battery extends your play time, in addition to improving ergonomics.<ref name="four"></ref><ref name="seven"></ref> | ||
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===Logitech Headphones=== | ===Logitech Headphones=== | ||
Facebook partnered with Logitech to make headphones better suited for VR, an alternative to the Oculus Quest 2's built-in speakers. Logitech produced two models with shorter auxiliary cables for a less clunky play, compared to standard headsets. One model is Logitech G333 VR In-Ear Headphones, and the other is Logitech G PRO VR, over-ear headphones.<ref name="five"></ref> | Facebook partnered with Logitech to make headphones better suited for VR, an alternative to the Oculus Quest 2's built-in speakers. Logitech produced two models with shorter auxiliary cables for a less clunky play, compared to standard headsets. One model is Logitech G333 VR In-Ear Headphones, and the other is Logitech G PRO VR, over-ear headphones.<ref name="five"></ref> | ||
===Oculus Link=== | ===Oculus Link=== | ||
No longer in beta, the [[Oculus Link]] enables you to connect the Quest 2 to your PC to stream VR games. | No longer in beta, the [[Oculus Link]] enables you to connect the Quest 2 to your PC to stream VR games. | ||
===Face Fit Masks=== | ===Face Fit Masks=== | ||
You can purchase masks to improve the fit of your headset. Facebook's Fit Pack is intended for players with nose bridges or cheekbones that don't fit as well in the standard set up.<ref name="four"></ref><ref name="eight">https://www.oculus.com/accessories/quest-2-fit-pack/</ref> | You can purchase masks to improve the fit of your headset. Facebook's Fit Pack is intended for players with nose bridges or cheekbones that don't fit as well in the standard set up.<ref name="four"></ref><ref name="eight">https://www.oculus.com/accessories/quest-2-fit-pack/</ref> | ||
==Apps== | ==Apps== | ||
===Oculus Quest Store=== | ===Oculus Quest Store=== | ||
You can purchase games from the Oculus Quest store on PC, mobile app, or from within the Store while wearing your headset. | You can purchase games from the Oculus Quest store on PC, mobile app, or from within the Store while wearing your headset. | ||
==Developer== | ==Developer== | ||
Visit [[Oculus SDK]] | Visit [[Oculus SDK]] | ||
==Tracking volume== | ==Tracking volume== | ||
If using Roomscale, players should have at least 6.5 x 6.5 ft (2m x 2m) of free space. <ref name="nine">https://support.oculus.com/277256989868300/</ref> Use the Quest 2 Guardian and mobile app to set up your play area. | If using Roomscale, players should have at least 6.5 x 6.5 ft (2m x 2m) of free space. <ref name="nine">https://support.oculus.com/277256989868300/</ref> Use the Quest 2 Guardian and mobile app to set up your play area. | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
*Sept 16, 2020: Quest 2 unveiled. | |||
Sept 16, 2020: Quest 2 unveiled. | *Oct 13, 2020: Shipping began for Quest 2. | ||
*Feb 28, 2021: Facebook announced multi-user support and app sharing. | |||
Oct 13, 2020: Shipping began for Quest 2. | |||
Feb 28, 2021: Facebook announced multi-user support and app sharing. | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||