Are you an Oculus Quest owner wondering if you can play with your friends who own an HTC Vive? The answer is not a straightforward one, but let’s dive into the details.
Compatibility
Unfortunately, Oculus Quest and HTC Vive are not natively compatible with each other. Oculus Quest has its own operating system, called the Oculus platform, which is separate from the SteamVR platform used by HTC Vive. This means that games built for one platform may not work on the other without some form of modification.
Workarounds
Although there is no official way to play with each other directly, there are some workarounds that can allow cross-platform play in certain games. Some game developers have created their own solutions to allow cross-platform play between Oculus Quest and HTC Vive users. Keep in mind that these workarounds may not be available for all games and can be somewhat complicated to set up.
1. AltspaceVR
One game that supports cross-platform play between Oculus Quest and HTC Vive is AltspaceVR. It’s a virtual reality social network where players can interact with each other in various ways, such as attending events or playing games together. AltspaceVR supports cross-platform play between different VR headsets, including Oculus Quest and HTC Vive.
2. Rec Room
Rec Room is another social VR game that allows players to participate in various activities together, such as playing mini-games or creating custom rooms. It also features cross-platform play between different VR headsets, including Oculus Quest and HTC Vive.
3. VRChat
VRChat is a massively multiplayer online virtual reality game where players can create their own avatars and interact with others in various ways, such as exploring user-created rooms or attending events. Although it doesn’t officially support cross-platform play between Oculus Quest and HTC Vive, it’s possible to use a third-party tool called VRidge to play together.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while there is no official way to play Oculus Quest games with HTC Vive players, there are some workarounds available for certain games. However, keep in mind that these workarounds may not be available for all games and can be somewhat complicated to set up. If you’re looking for a seamless cross-platform play experience, it’s best to stick with players who have the same headset as you.