How to Set Up GeForce NOW on Your Meta Quest Headset (Step-by-Step)

Ready to dive into the world of PC gaming on your Meta Quest with GeForce NOW? This step-by-step guide will walk you through the entire setup process, from start to finish.

What You’ll Need

• Meta Quest Headset: Make sure you have a Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, or Quest Pro.
• Strong 5 GHz Wi-Fi Connection: A fast and stable internet connection is crucial. Connect your router to your modem with an Ethernet cable for the best results.
• GeForce NOW Account: You’ll need a GeForce NOW membership (Free or Paid). Sign up on the NVIDIA website if you don’t have one already.
• Supported Bluetooth Gamepad: A compatible Xbox controller is recommended.

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Power On Your Headset: Put on your Meta Quest headset and power it on.
2. Open the Browser: From the Meta Quest’s home environment, open the built-in web browser. You can usually find it in your app library or on the universal menu bar.
3. Navigate to GeForce NOW: In the browser’s address bar, type in play.geforcenow.com and press Enter. This will take you to the GeForce NOW website.
4. Log In to Your Account: Click the “Log In” button in the top-right corner of the GeForce NOW website. Enter your GeForce NOW account credentials (username and password) and log in.
5. Connect Your Gamepad:
   • Put your Bluetooth gamepad into pairing mode. (Refer to your gamepad’s instructions for how to do this.)
   • On your Meta Quest, go to Settings, then Devices or Bluetooth.
   • Select your gamepad from the list of available devices and pair it with your headset.
6. Choose a Game (Optional): Browse the GeForce NOW library and select a game you want to play. This step is optional, but it can be helpful to test your setup.
7. Adjust Settings (Optional):
   • Click on the three lines on the top left to open the menu
   • Click on Settings
   • Click on Streaming Quality
   • Here you can adjust the resolution, frame rate, and bitrate. Start with the default settings and experiment later to find what works best for your network.

You’re Ready to Play!

That’s it! You’ve now successfully set up GeForce NOW on your Meta Quest headset. You can now start exploring the vast library of PC games available on GeForce NOW and play them directly on your VR headset.

Tips for a Smooth Experience:

• Disable the Gaze Cursor: For an optimal gaming experience we recommend turning this off.
• Optimize Your Network: Refer to our other articles on network optimization for GeForce NOW on Meta Quest.
• Experiment with Settings: Find the best balance between visual quality and performance for your setup.

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