How to play Minecraft VR on Meta Quest 3?

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Minecraft VR on Meta Quest 3 (Image via Unsplash/XR Expo)

Minecraft is a popular sandbox game that allows players to build and explore virtual worlds. The game can be played in virtual reality (VR) on the Meta Quest 3, which allows players to fully immerse themselves in the game.

The Meta Quest 3 is a standalone VR headset that requires no connection to a computer or console. It allows players to fully immerse themselves in the game and experience it in a whole new way. The game can be played with various controllers, including the Oculus Touch controllers, which come with the headset.

This article will explore how to play Minecraft on the Meta Quest 3.


How to play Minecraft VR with Meta Quest 3

While there are many AAA titles available to be played on the Meta Quest 3, Minecraft is not available on the VR device natively. To play the game in VR, you will need a capable Windows PC to run the game and use Meta Quest's PC link feature to play it on VR.

How to set up Meta Quest Link for PC

  1. Update your Meta Quest 3 headset to the latest software.
  2. Download and install the Oculus PC app.
  3. Log in to the Oculus app using your Meta account.
  4. turn on your Meta Quest 3 headset and connect it to your PC using the USB 3 cable.
  5. Put on the headset and press the Meta/Oculus button on the right controller to open the universal menu.
  6. hover over the clock on the left side and open Quick Settings.
  7. In Quick Settings select System and scroll down to the Quest Link.
  8. In the option select the PC your headset is plugged into and click on Launch.

Steps Involved in Playing Minecraft on Meta Quest 3

  1. First, you will need to purchase the game on the Windows Store depending on your preference.
  2. Once the game is purchased, you will need to download it onto your Windows PC.
  3. Once the game is downloaded, you can launch it and start playing.
  4. To play the game in VR, you will need to use the Oculus Touch controllers, which come with the headset.
  5. To move around in the game, use the left joystick on the Oculus Touch controller. To look around, move your head.
  6. Use the right joystick on the Oculus Touch controller to build and mine in the game.
  7. To open the inventory and access items, press the X button on the Oculus Touch controller.
  8. To select items, use the trigger button on the Oculus Touch controller.
  9. To access the menu, press the menu button on the Oculus Touch controller.
  10. Once you are familiar with the controls, you can start exploring, building, and surviving in the world of Minecraft.

With the steps outlined in this article, you are now ready to fully immerse yourself in the world of Minecraft on the Meta Quest 3. Using your Oculus Touch controllers, you can move around, mine, and build to your heart's content.

To exit the game, simply press the Oculus button and select "Quit app" to return to the Link screen. You can always launch Minecraft again by following the steps outlined in this article and continuing your virtual adventures at any time.

Playing Minecraft on the Meta Quest 3 is a unique experience that allows players to fully immerse themselves in the game. The game can be purchased on the Oculus Store and is compatible with the Oculus Touch controllers.

With the above steps, you can easily get started with Minecraft on Meta Quest 2 and enjoy the game like never before.

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