How to Use Opera Browser on Oculus Quest 2 [Download & Install]

Opera improves the browsing experience on the Oculus Quest 2

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Key notes

  • Oculus Quest 2 has an inbuilt browser, Oculus Browser, for surfing the internet.
  • Opera browser is a better alternative due to its extensive features that improve the immersive surfing experience in VR.
  • Sideloading on the Quest 2 is considered safe with the use of Sidequest.
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Opera browser is one of the early adopters of Oculus Quest 2. The developer 49 build has integrated virtual reality by supporting a 360-degree video player.

The Oculus Quest is a unique VR gaming system that delivers an immersive experience. You can easily play with just a VR headset and controllers without having to rely on a computer and wired setup. Oculus Quest 2 is considered to be the game changer for virtual reality headsets. It can be used for almost everything from gaming to video streaming and more.

Hence, this article will teach you how to harness your opera browser to enjoy the very best of VR with Oculus Quest 2.

Can you use a web browser on Oculus Quest 2?

Yes! The Oculus Quest 2 supports web browsers. It has an inbuilt Oculus browser that can be used to surf the web securely and privately. Furthermore, its privacy settings help protect user anonymity and browser history.

Also, chromium browsers have also integrated VR capabilities into their browsers. Hence, you can use web browsers like Opera on Oculus Quest 2.

Does Opera GX support WebVR?

Opera GX supports WebVR. It is the first browser to support 360-degree videos in VR headsets. Once your VR device is connected to the PC, Opera will pop up the option to watch in VR.

Moreover, given it’s a gamer’s browser it includes additional useful features like Twitch and Discord integrations, CPU and RAM limiters for better performance, and more.

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How do I install Opera on Oculus Quest 2?

1. How to download Opera on Oculus Quest 2?

  1. Go to the official download page and install Sidequest on your PC.
  2. Then, go to the Oculus Quest website and sign up to be a developer.
  3. Input your card details and accept the terms and conditions.
  4. Enable the developer mode on the Oculus app on your mobile device.
  5. Then download the Opera browser app to your device and sideload it on Oculus Quest 2.

2. How do you sideload in Quest 2?

  1. Connect your Oculus Quest 2 to the PC and launch Sidequest.
  2. Check if the Quest 2 details have turned green at the top left side for a connection success.
  3. Click the download icon at the top right corner of the app.
  4. Then, locate the folder to which Opera is downloaded to and click on the app file.
  5. This will automatically trigger the file to start installing it on Quest 2.

Alternatively, you can also sideload wirelessly following these steps.

  1. After connecting your Quest 2 to the PC, allow access to Quest 2 data.
  2. Check if the Quest 2 details have turned green at the top left side for a connection success.
  3. Click the WiFi icon at the top right corner of the app and click Connect.
  4. Go to the Sidequest login page on the Oculus Quest 2 and Sign-In with the same credentials as your PC.
  5. Check for the apps or games and click on the side loading button.

This is a better and faster way to sideload directly from the Oculus Quest 2. Although most users prefer the former approach.

Is sideloading Oculus Quest safe?

The simple answer is Yes. Sidequest is a secured platform to sideload on the Oculus Quest. It is safe as long as you install only the things offered on Sidequest.

However, safety may be breached if you sideload third-party apps, hacked, or mods on the Quest.

What browser does the Oculus Quest use?

Officially, the Oculus Quest 2 has its browser, Oculus Browser. This is the inbuilt browser and is often the default browser. It allows you to surf the internet without tracking or storing your activities.

Also, there are Wolvic and Firefox Reality as alternative browsers that are recognized by the Oculus Quest 2. The Wolvic browser is built explicitly for virtual reality also.

However, other Chromium-based browsers can be used on Oculus Quest with the right versions.

What is the best browser for Oculus Quest 2?

Based on our test, the Opera browser is the best browser for Oculus Quest 2. It has a functional VR-360 player that immerses users in a 360-degree video universe.

Also, its feature-rich options such as direct VR playback, internal VPN, and open-source chromium support make it an ideal fit.

However, there are other best browser alternatives for Oculus Quest 2 here. You can check them out to see which works best for you.

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How to open a browser on Oculus Quest 2?

  1. Connect your Quest headset and press the Oculus button on your controller.
  2. Click on Apps to load the apps menu on your device.
  3. Click on the Menu button and click Unknown sources from the drop-down menu.
  4. Find Opera from the list of apps available and click it to launch.

This will automatically open the browser and you can start surfing immediately.

Using the Opera browser on the Oculus Quest 2 can really improve the browsing experience in virtual reality. Although there is an inbuilt browser, what Opera offers makes it rank as the best browser for the Oculus Quest.

Further, a VPN can also prove to be an effective asset for Quest owners who are in restricted locations. So, you can check out our article on the best VPNs for Oculus Quest & Oculus Quest 2 here to bypass the restrictions easily.

Also, our article on how to fix the charging issues on Oculus Quest may be helpful if you encounter the issue.

You can leave your questions and suggestions in the comments section below. We’d like to hear from you.

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