Guidelines Before Playing
Before engaging in gameplay, several preparatory steps are necessary. The following guidelines assist in setting up, especially since the Quest interface can sometimes be challenging to navigate.
Boundary Setup:
It’s crucial to avoid colliding with objects in the room while wearing the headset. The Quest system provides guidance for establishing a boundary. The Roomscale option allows users to define a play area for unrestricted movement, while the Stationary option is for when standing still. If there is a change in location or preference for sitting down rather than standing during gameplay, adjustments are straightforward. To modify the boundary, users should press the Oculus button on the right controller, situated beneath the joystick. This action reveals the menu at the screen’s bottom. If not already visible, users can hover over the clock to access the Quick Settings panel and select Guardian. Choosing Stationary involves confirming the selection. For Roomscale, the system collaborates with the user to draw a new boundary.
Some Quest devices facilitate room mapping, utilizing external cameras to detect and recall room walls and objects. This enables smooth transitions between rooms and supports advanced XR features in certain games. Detailed information about this capability is available in the “Environment Setup” tab within the settings.
Purchasing Games:
The Meta Quest Store is the most convenient platform for purchasing games for the headset. Three methods are available for game acquisition, each requiring a saved payment method such as a credit card, debit card, or PayPal. The browser method is notably straightforward for entering payment details.
- Browser: Upon logging into the store, users can search for a game by typing its name in the search bar or browsing through “Apps & Games.” Once a game is selected, the price is conveniently displayed on the right of the info page with a prompt to purchase.
- App: After downloading and logging into the Oculus app, users can select the Store button on the bottom left. As with the browser, games can be located through scrolling or searching. After selecting a game, the app displays a price button at the screen’s bottom, facilitating purchase.
- Headset: Using the headset, the bottom menu can be accessed, revealing the Store via the orange icon with a shopping bag. This allows users to browse or conduct a search. After selecting a game on the info page, the purchase can be made through the blue button on the right displaying the price.
Note: For free games, the blue button will state “Get” instead of displaying a price. Purchases made via browser or app necessitate a subsequent download on the headset.
Downloading Games:
Once a game is bought, downloading it becomes necessary. Purchases made through the headset’s Store initiate automatic downloads, with the button changing to “Play” upon completion.
For purchases via browser or app, locating the game in the Store on the headset reveals it as “Purchased.” Clicking on the info page changes the blue button to “Download,” and shows the progress.
The Oculus App can be used to trigger downloads on the headset if it is plugged in or in standby mode, ensuring games are ready for use when the headset is worn.
To access all games—purchased or downloaded—users can activate the bottom menu bar with the Oculus button on the right controller. The “Apps” button on the right, denoted by nine dots, will display all purchases, allowing users to filter between installed and not installed games. Selecting a game’s icon initiates gameplay.
Screen Re-centering:
Occasionally, the screen may require re-centering. Users can hold down the Meta button on the right controller for a few seconds to reset the view to the current direction. A small dial appears and once filled, the view returns to the desired orientation.
Battery Life Check:
When fully charged, the Quest battery typically lasts about two hours. Users can check the battery level by pressing the Oculus button on the right controller to display the bottom menu. Below the clock on the left, a battery icon provides an approximate charge status. Clicking this icon opens the Quick Settings screen, revealing the precise percentage of remaining battery life for both the headset and controllers.
