Free Apps for Quest 2

The Oculus Quest 2 is one of the most popular headsets currently available. And for good reason: the headset can be used entirely without an external computer or cables! This makes it the ultimate headset for experiencing virtual reality. But once you have the headset, which games should you play? In this blog, we list our favourite games and experiences for the Oculus Quest 2.

The first game on this list isAnne Frank House VR. This is actually more of an experience than a game. The serious subject of Anne Frank's history forms the basis for this experience. In Anne Frank House VR, you visit the house where Anne Frank and eight others hid during the Second World War in virtual reality.

The house is completely reconstructed in virtual reality. Real reconstructions have been made for this, making the experience feel very ‘real’. Anne Frank House VR is, in our opinion, an ideal experience for anyone using the Oculus Quest 2 for the first time.

Gravity Sketchis fortunately a somewhat lighter game. It is a programme that allows the user to create 3D models. Previously, this application was mainly used by product designers to create initial prototypes of new products, but Gravity Sketch has now evolved into a universal platform for anyone with a creative inclination.

With Elixir, we come to the first ‘game’ on this list. Elixir is a creation of Facebook Reality Labs and clearly demonstrates the applications of virtual reality and the functions of the Oculus Quest 2. In the game, you are a wizard who finds themselves in a magical environment. In this environment, you can do and touch various things, leading to all kinds of crazy experiences.

A fun detail of Elixir is that the game is advanced in the field of hand tracking. As you may already know, the Oculus Quest 2 headset has built-in tracking sensors. These sensors normally register your controllers but also work with your own hands! Elixir is the perfect game to try this out.

The first few games on this list are mainly good for gaining initial virtual reality experiences, but withEcho VRyou can really start gaming. Echo VR is perhaps the most famous game from Oculus. Actual competitions are organised around this game.

In short, Echo VR is a combination of Ultimate Frisbee in a weightless environment. It is especially enjoyable when you play the game with friends as a team, providing hours of entertainment! And if you get really good at it, you can always sign up for the competitions!

Gorilla Tagis exactly what the name suggests: you are a gorilla and have to try to tag other gorillas. This sounds hilarious, and it is. The fun part of Gorilla Tag is that the game is completely online and has a community. For example, you can arrange to meet friends in the same space, but you can also play a game with strangers.

Besides playing a fanatic game of tag, Gorilla Tag is also regularly used as a ‘hangout’. You can simply arrange to meet some people in a space and chat without having to move around too vigorously (similar to VR Chat, for example).

Epic Roller Coasteris a fun experience when you or someone else wants to experience virtual reality for the first time. Take a seat in the roller coaster and enjoy a wild ride through the jungle, past zombies, or underwater. Tip: always do this sitting down! When you stand upright and sit in the roller coaster virtually, you can quickly become nauseous. Some people can handle this better than others, so always test beforehand whether someone enjoys it before letting them complete an entire roller coaster.

Just like Anne Frank House VR,Home After Waris a virtual reality experience that is quite impactful. It impressively shows the effects on people who have experienced war in their homeland. Home After War is a combination of a virtually simulated world in which you can walk around and touch things, and ‘real-life’ 360-degree footage, making it a must-try.

Last on this list isThe Key. The Key is a 20-minute film project in which you go on a journey in a magical, surreal world of dreams, challenges, and difficult decisions. The beautiful virtual environment, combined with the interesting story, makes The Key a notable experience on the Oculus Quest 2.