The powerful and affordable Oculus Quest 2 has brought virtual reality closer to the mainstream than ever before. The VR gaming system is wireless, which is essential for a great VR experience. While the prices for it. start $ 300 for the 64GB version, it’s pretty plain and doesn’t contain anything but the VR headset and two controllers. You can play like this with the Oculus Quest 2 without any problems, but there are tons of accessories available to enhance the experience and protect your portable VR gaming system.
Here’s a look at some of the best Oculus Quest 2 accessories, I’ve tried some – and bought some myself. Others on the list are highly rated by users. I’ll be adding more top Oculus Quest accessories and will update this list as I try them out.
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If you’re looking for a little bit of protection for the Oculus Quest 2 headunit (yes, people have been known to drop it), a head covering will help. The NUFR is available in a variety of colors for around $ 16, with the price varying slightly depending on the color.
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When I was looking to upgrade to an “Elite” headband, I didn’t really want to spend $ 50 on the official Oculus Elite headband. I was looking for a bundle that combines a few accessories and I found this one from Esimen that contains a nice case. So far, after a month of use, everything is holding up well.
Another version of this is sold on Amazon under the Masiken brand. It looks the same and costs about the same.
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I wanted a bit more of a challenge in training games like Thrill of the Fight, Fitness VR, The Climb and The Climb 2, Beat Saber, and many others, so I looked for portable weights. In doing research, I found that weighted gloves were the way to go instead of wrist weights. Just be warned that you should proceed with these at your own risk (you could injure yourself playing these VR games) but it will certainly add to the intensity of your workout.
Each glove only adds a pound, but that’s more than you think. They fit nicely in the controllers.
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You can certainly play with glasses on with the Oculus 2, but it’s more convenient not to. This is where a set of prescription lenses comes into play.
Oculus has partnered with FramesDirect to provide such Rx inserts with prices starting at $ 80 for the Virtu Clear lens inserts. There are other VR Rx lens insert options, including those from VR Lens Lab and WidmoVR, but I’ve only tried the Virtu Clear lenses. They work well and are easy to put on and take off so that someone who doesn’t need glasses can play.
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Many Oculus games are designed to make you sweat. For this reason, it’s a good idea to get a silicone or synthetic leather face cover that you can easily wipe off after every gaming session. I bought this Vukoo bundle which also includes a set of controller handles and a protective lens cover (it’s important to protect your lenses from the sun and bumps). Everything fit and works perfectly, so no complaints.
I also found this Veer bundle that also includes a front face shield cover for $ 20. It may actually be a better deal because it has more for less, but I haven’t tried it so I can’t tell you for sure.
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While you can use any corded headphone with the Oculus Quest 2, there are a handful of official “Oculus-ready” headsets, including Logitech’s G Pro gaming headset for the Oculus Quest 2. It feels sturdy and is for an over-ear -Headphones convenient. with memory foam ear pads that passively seal off ambient noise. You receive a short cable (with a Velcro strap) designed for the Oculus Quest 2 along with other cable accessories that allow you to use the Oculus Quest headset with your PC and other game consoles. The boom microphone is removable.
I focused a little more on the comfort factor – and wearing it during a VR training game increases the temperature on your head a bit – but they sound good too.
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If you’re looking for a more comfortable gaming experience, upgrading to an “Elite” strap is the way to go. This is the official Oculus version. Personally, I bought an imitation Esimen that came in a bundle with a case for roughly the same price (see above). It was fine, but some people want the official version and that’s it.
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If you don’t want to wear full-sized headphones while gaming, the Logitech G333 earbuds are a great alternative. They too come with a short, custom length cable (and Velcro) designed for Oculus headsets.
The cord that goes to the right earbud is longer, so you can wear this cord behind your neck so you can hang it when you have the earbuds out of your ears. While nothing special when it comes to the earbuds, they have a sturdy cord, overall feel sturdy, and are well designed for Oculus Quest 2 use. They will provide a solid sound when given a tight seal (several different sized tips are included).
There are many cheaper earbud options for the Oculus Quest 2 – you can find them here. I haven’t tried them, however, and some don’t seem to last as long as the Logitech G333.
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The Anker Charging Dock for Oculus Quest 2 is exactly what it sounds like. It’s a resting place for your Oculus 2 headunit and controllers when you’re not using them, and includes rechargeable batteries for your controllers, plus a USB-C cable and power adapter (you plug the cable into the dock).
The dock also comes with a small magnetic USB-C adapter that you plug into the USB-C port on the Oculus headset. Then dock the head unit and the integrated magnetic charger connects to the adapter.
I was even able to charge the head unit with an Elite headband, but you’ll have to remove any handles you may have on the controllers to charge them.
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I haven’t tried this combination of accessories yet, but it gets high marks on Amazon and seems like a great way to plug in an external battery (not included) for longer gaming sessions.
There is a magnetic docking area on the back of the comfort belt. You simply stick the self-adhesive metal plate on any external battery and the battery then sticks to the comfort tape.
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If you’re just looking for a lens cover, this Orzero VR lens protective cover is one of the most popular options for just under $ 10. Personally, I am looking for accessory packs that include a lens cover, but some people just want these accessories.
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You can play Oculus PC VR games on your Quest 2, but you will need a link cable, although Oculus has refined its wireless Air Link option (over Wi-Fi) to be more reliable. The official Oculus Link cable is $ 79, but there are many cheaper versions available, including this 20-foot KRX cable.
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If you’re looking for an external battery that you can plug into your headset for more juice, this 10,000mAh Aukey is a great option for $ 20. You need to find a way to clip it to your headset. I made a DYI mount with a glued-on magnet that I put on the back of an Elite Head strap knockoff and then glued a sticky plate onto the battery. It worked great. Magnets are your friends when it comes to fastening. (Update: Like all other Aukey products on Amazon, this one is currently not available.)
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