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Oculus for PC

Oculus for PC

Published by Oculus VR

Set up your Oculus Go and discover the best VR games, apps and events.

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About Oculus For PC

Oculus is an Android app developed and published by Oculus VR at Google Play Store on May 1, 2018 for Android users. Oculus is so popular that it has gained 500000 installs so far and growing.

Enhance Your Virtual Reality Experience with Oculus

Oculus is a remarkable way to dive into the world of virtual reality. With Oculus, you can connect your VR headset seamlessly and explore a vast library of games and apps. From gaming to socializing, Oculus has countless features that enrich your virtual experience.

Streamline Your VR Library

One of the standout features of Oculus is the ease of accessing your entire game library and gallery. Whether it's a thrilling game or a relaxing experience, your favorites are just a click away. Plus, the app allows for live streaming and casting, making it effortless to share your gameplay with friends or on social media.

Access and Connectivity

Oculus provides a smooth setup and user-friendly interface, simplifying everything from pairing your device to managing payments. It works efficiently across both mobile platforms, providing consistent performance whether you’re using an Apple or Android device. Additionally, you can connect and communicate with friends via Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram without leaving your VR environment.

Fitness and Fun Combined

The variety of games on Oculus also encourages physical activity. Titles like Gorilla Tag get players moving, offering both fun and a bit of exercise. These games can make the VR experience more engaging and interactive, ensuring you have an enjoyable as well as a physically active session.

Practical Features

Oculus is packed with practical features that make it a reliable choice for VR enthusiasts. You can download and install games while your headset charges, ensuring you're always ready to play. The app also supports easy management of credit and debit cards for smooth transactions in the Meta Quest store.

Overcoming Hurdles

While some users have faced challenges logging in or connecting their devices, tips like clearing the cache can resolve these issues. Software updates frequently address user feedback, improving the app’s functionality and user experience. The support team is accessible and helpful, often willing to assist through platforms like WhatsApp.

Advanced Options

For those concerned about safety, Oculus has features like boundary setting to ensure you stay within a safe play area. Although some users have encountered repeated prompts to reset boundaries, these settings help prevent accidents and promote safe gameplay.

Performance and Usability

The performance of Oculus stands out, even with some minor glitches like occasional casting lag. This can generally be attributed to factors like Wi-Fi strength. Despite these small issues, the app excels in delivering a robust and enjoyable VR experience.

Community and Support

With continual updates and improvements, Oculus is committed to enhancing user experience. Positive feedback highlights the app's usability and the support team’s responsiveness. The app is highly recommended for anyone looking to explore virtual reality for the first time or for seasoned VR gamers exploring more complex features and interactive, adventurous gameplay.

Can I run Oculus on PC?

Yes, you can run Oculus on PC, but first, you will need emulator software installed on your Windows or MAC, which you can download for free. In the below video, you will find Oculus in action. Before you install the emulator, check out the minimum and recommended system requirements to run it seamlessly. They may change depending on which version of the emulator you choose. Therefore, we recommend you download the latest version of the emulator. Below you will find three free Android emulators that we have shortlisted based on their popularity:

How to Install Oculus on Windows PC

BlueStacks

Minimum
  • OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and above.
  • Processor: Intel or AMD Processor.
  • RAM: Your PC must have at least 4GB of RAM. (Note that having 4GB or more disk space is not a substitute for RAM)
  • Storage: 5GB Free Disk Space.
  • You must be an Administrator on your PC.
Recommended:
  • OS: Microsoft Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel or AMD Multi-Core Processor with Single Thread benchmark score > 1000.
  • Graphics: Intel/Nvidia/ATI, Onboard or Discrete controller with benchmark score >= 750.
  • Please ensure Virtualization is enabled on your PC/Laptop.
  • RAM: 8GB or higher
  • Storage: SSD (or Fusion/Hybrid Drives)
  • Internet: Broadband connection to access games, accounts and related content.

Up to date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset vendor.

  • To start with, download Bluestacks from its official website. The latest version of BluesStacks is v 5, and it is around 400 MB.
  • Once the download is done, click on the Bluestacks set up file to install it on your Windows PC. Follow the on-screen instructions and install it accordingly.
  • The next step is to launch the emulator using the desktop shortcut and sign in using your Google account.
  • Now, head over to Bluestacks home screen and click on the Google Play Store icon.
  • Hit the search bar in Google Play and search for Oculus.
  • Install Oculus from the Play Store by clicking the Install option, which completes downloading of Oculus on PC.

NoxPlayer

Minimum
  • Operating System: Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, and DirectX 9.0c
  • Processor: At least dual-core processor, both Intel, and AMD are OK
  • Video: Supports Open GL 2.0 or above
  • Memory: 1.5 GB RAM
Recommended
  • Operating System: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
  • Processor: Multiple core processors which support VT-x or AMB-V Virtualization Technology, better performance with this function enabled
  • Video: The higher performance, the better
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM

Storage: 1 GB available under installation path, 1.5GB available hard drive space

Internet: Broadband Internet connection

  • Download NoxPlayer from the official website. The latest version of NoxPlayer is v 3, and it is around 600 MB.
  • Now install the emulator using the downloaded setup file. Just go through the on-screen instructions and install NoxPlayer on your computer or laptop.
  • After the installation process, launch the Nox Android emulator and log in using your Google account when it asks you.
  • Click on the Google Play Store icon and head over to the search bar to search Oculus. Once found, click on the Install button to install Oculus for PC.
  • If you do not find Oculus on Google Play Store or if you want to skip logging in to Google, you can sideload APK (download the .APK file from this page and open it with NoxPlayer).
  • Launch Oculus from home-screen and start playing it on PC right away!

MEmu

Minimum
  • 2 cores x86/x86_64 Processor (Intel or AMD CPU)
  • WinXP SP3 / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 (Not recommended to run on Server/Enterprise)
  • Latest Windows DirectX 11 / Graphics driver with OpenGL 2.0
  • Hardware Virtualization Technology (Intel VT-x/AMD-V) shall be enabled in BIOS
  • 2GB of RAM (4GB for x64 system)
  • 5GB of hard disk free space
Recommended
  • OS: Microsoft Windows 10 with VT Enabled
  • CPU: Single Thread PassMark score > 1500 (Intel/AMD Multi-Core).
  • Graphics: Intel/Nvidia/ATI, Onboard or Discrete controller with PassMark score > 750.
  • Latest Windows DirectX 11 / Graphics driver with OpenGL 4.5 or higher
  • RAM: 8GB or higher
  • HDD: SSD, 10GB of hard disk free space
  • Internet: Broadband connection with low latency for FPS games
  • Download MEmu Play from the official website. The latest version of NoxPlayer is v 7.5.
  • When the download is completed, install the MEmu emulator on your PC. Follow the on-screen instructions and keep on clicking the Next button until the final step.
  • Now, using the desktop shortcut, look for the MEmu Play emulator and launch it. Once done, it will ask you to log in using your Google account, proceed with the same.
  • MEmu Play will ask you to log in using your Google account. When you log in, it will sync your Google account to MEmu Play. Launch the Google Play Store by clicking on the icon and search for Oculus.
  • Click on the Install button once you find Oculus from the search results. You can also sideload APK (download the .APK file from this page and open it with MEmu) if you want to skip above step.
  • After the installation of Oculus, you're all set to use the app on PC!

Regardless of which Android emulator you install, the steps to install, configure, and running the Oculus app on PC are the same.

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