Steam Deck – How to connect it to Meta Quest 2

the Steam Deck and Meta Quest tools are among the most innovative and versatile gaming tools that gamers can enjoy. Whether on the go with the vast library of demanding games available on Steam Deck or if gamers need a premium virtual reality system that doesn't require a PC or PlayStation console to connect to, the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3 is also free. to be taken anywhere.

Both machines have portability, but users of both devices can connect them in synchronicity for non-demanding VR games and use the Meta Quest built-in large screen for non-VR games from Steam Deck. Use the following steps to run Steam Deck through Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3.

Updated on September 24, 2024, by Michael Llewellyn: Direct connection between Steam Deck and Meta Quest may be interrupted when using 2.4GHz connection. This guide has been updated to include steps to enable 5GHz in the Steam Deck to enable a more secure connection in terms of streaming and remote gaming.

Disable Wifi Power Management

In order to improve the wifi connection between the Steam Deck and the Meta Quest, it is recommended to ensure that the Steam Deck is working on a 5GHz network for better performance. Use the following steps to make sure your Steam Deck is set to 5GHz.

• Click on the steam button to open the Steam menu.
• Select System.
• From below System Settings choose Enable Developer Mode and turn it on.
• Now open the Developer menu after pressing the Steam button.
• Under WIFI make sure Enable Wifi Power Management then switch leave.

It should be noted that using a 5GHz connection with Steam Deck will result in higher battery consumption. Therefore, it's a good idea to connect your Steam Deck to a power source when running games on Meta Quest to ensure maximum performance.

Download Exile for Steam Deck

Before starting, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3, and Steam Deck owners who hope to use them together will need a third-party application called immersed. To install it on Steam Deck, use the following steps:

• Make sure your Steam Deck has enough battery life. If not, make sure the device is plugged into the mains.
• The keyboard and mouse are recommended to work as a PC.
• Press the Steam button under the left trackpad.
• stood out authority SY Enter Desktop mode.
• In Desktop Mode, use a browser to download Immersed from this link.
• Sign up for an Immersed account. Since the goal is to use it on the Meta Quest tool, it is faster to access the Facebook account.
• Go to the Downloads folder, double-click on the Immersed file, and select it to apply SY ALWAYS.
• The app asks the user to sign in to their Immersed account.
• With everything ready in Steam Deck, it's time to pick up Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3.

With Immersed installed in Steam Deck, it's time to install and pair it with Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3 to play Steam games using the following steps:

• Put on the Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3 headset.
• Go to the Meta Quest store and enter Immersed.
• Select Set up. The app is around 275 MB, so make sure your Meta Quest device has enough space to download it.
• Install and then launch the Immersed app.
• Follow the tutorial to learn about the app's capabilities and how to connect.
• Make sure the Steam Deck is in Immersed and nearby.
• click Add Computer in the Meta Quest.
• Enter your Username and Pairing Code to mirror the Steam Deck screen in Meta Quest.
• To run games from Steam Deck, remain in Desktop Mode and launch the Steam app to access and play Steam games.

That's all you need to play Steam Deck games online on Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3. A stable internet connection and decent speed is required for this method to work properly.