Do you need an Oculus subscription?

For some, you'll need a subscription to access the service. For others, the subscription is optional to unlock even more content and features.

What does the Oculus subscription do?

Facebook today announced the launch of premium app subscriptions on the Oculus Quest platform. Beginning today, Quest and Quest 2 users can access exclusive new content from popular titles such as FitXR, Rec Room, Tribe XR, TRIPP, vSpatial, and VZfit with more on the way.

Do you have to pay for all Oculus games?

Luckily, there are free games available on each VR headset, and the Oculus Quest has a bunch of great offerings that you can jump into for no extra charge. There are even multiplayer games for free on the Oculus Quest, so you can play with all your friends.

Is there a yearly fee for Oculus?

The price is the biggest difference, instead of a one time $299 payment you have to pay an extra $500 up front as well as an annual fee of $180 for Oculus' business services and support; though they give you the first year of support for free for the $799 purchase price.

Do you need to buy anything with Oculus Quest?

An Oculus Quest 2 does NOT require attaching to any other computer, PC, or system like a Playstation. It is a stand-alone VR headset, you do not need anything else to use it except what comes in the box.

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Is there a monthly fee for Oculus Quest 2?

No. It's a standalone device. There is an 'Oculus App', which allows you to access a number of functions without loading up the Quest 2. The Oculus App is available for free from the Apple/Google App stores.

Do Oculus games stay with your account?

If you own a Oculus Quest, Quest 2, Rift, or Rift S and have linked your Oculus account to Facebook, you will permanently lose all access to your games, purchases, and progress should you happen to delete your Facebook account.

Why is the Oculus $100 dollars more?

In a post on the Oculus website, the company says “the cost to make and ship our products is on the rise.” It also says that by raising prices it can “continue to grow our investment in groundbreaking research and new product development that pushes the VR industry to new heights.”

Does Oculus Quest 2 need a membership?

For some, you'll need a subscription to access the service. For others, the subscription is optional to unlock even more content and features. Those who already own titles that are now incorporating subscriptions still have access to all the content already purchased.

What is the monthly cost of Oculus?

Oculus upgrades the Oculus Store with subscriptions

Rec Room is now offering Rec Room Plus (RR+), a monthly membership for $7.99. The subscription, according to the Oculus Store, "gives you access to free items, exclusive content, and tons of tokens." Would I purchase a subscription? Not a chance in hell.

Do you buy games for an Oculus or download them?

The Oculus desktop app also has a storefront, but it's focused on Rift and Rift S games. You can buy games through that app and play them when your Quest 2 is tethered to a VR-ready PC, but you won't be able to play them on an untethered Quest 2 unless it specifies in the game details that it's cross-buy compatible.

Is the Oculus Quest 2 worth it?

So, is the Oculus Quest 2 worth it? Yes. It's priced lower than a lot of the competition, and with high marks for storage, resolution, and platform convenience, it's a good value in the VR space.

Do you buy games for Oculus or download?

The only place to buy them is the Oculus store (there is an app for that).

Why is Oculus charging me money?

The $1 charge is a verification by Oculus to see if the card is valid. If you did not do this, you should immediately contact your credit/debit card company to block charges from Oculus and Facebook, and open a support ticket with Oculus to see if you can find out what account has tried to use your card.

Why are Oculus so expensive?

The official reason Meta is upping prices is that “the costs to make and ship our products have been on the rise,” according to a company blog post credited only to the “Oculus Blog.” “By adjusting the price of Quest 2, we can continue to grow our investment in groundbreaking research and new product development that ...

Can anyone see what I do on Oculus?

Note: Even if you set your Activity setting to Only Me, your Activity in specific apps may be visible to others including users you have recently met in VR (eg., your name may appear on leaderboards or receive a recommendation to connect with someone who played in the same game as you).

Can you use Oculus 2 without phone?

You can buy games from inside the Quest or the website and it will run on the internet itself (don't need the phone to install games or anything) after it's been set up.

How do I get $60 Oculus?

ONE: Any friend who buys Quest 2 using your referral gets you both $60 in Oculus Store credit, for up to $600 per month. TWO: Each referral you send that a friend accepts enters you for a chance to win weekly prizes including $10,000 in store credit (that's a year's worth of free games!).

Is there an Oculus Quest 3?

The Quest 3 will remain a much more budget-friendly option for those looking to dip their toe into VR, especially next to the Quest Pro. But the question of whether this is a worthwhile upgrade remains to be seen. Roll on 2023!

How do I get my $50 Oculus?

Can I use Oculus without Facebook?

You'll first be served up a code to pair your VR headset to the Oculus app. You'll then see the option to sign in with Facebook or Instagram. Alternatively, you can create a Meta account via email. By choosing the Meta account option, you no longer need a Facebook or Instagram account to use your Quest.

Is Oculus OK for a 7 year old?

Designed for Age 13+

Meta VR Systems are not toys and must not be used by children under 13. Younger children have greater risks of injury and adverse effects than older users. While we know that children under 13 may want to use Meta VR Systems, we do not permit them to create accounts or use Meta VR Systems.

Will I lose my games if I make a new Oculus account?

Not to worry, we will be happy to lend a hand to help you out. Please keep in mind that if the games are on the new account, they can be downloaded and shared with other accounts.

Does Oculus 2 require Facebook?

Do you need a Facebook account to use the Oculus/Meta Quest 2? No, not anymore. On August 23, 2022, Meta removed the requirement of a Facebook account to access Quest 2 and other Quest products.

Why is Quest 2 so cheap?

“The key premise is that — The Quest 2 is so cheap not only because of cost-saving in the manufacturing process from the Quest 1. However, fundamentally Facebook is "loaning" this to users, with only the carriage and minimal costs being paid for.” If you find this answer helpful. Do UPVOTE & SHARE it.