Name: 12 MORE Awesome Things to do in VR - Non Gaming - Quest 2 tips and Tricks and PCVR!
Uploaded: 2022-12-07 16:55:00
Duration: 8 min 33 s

Question 1

What are the best non-gaming things to do on Oculus Quest 2?

Accepted Answer

My favourite non-gaming uses are learning skills and doing experiences that feel impossible on a normal screen. In this list I cover language learning, 180/360 movies, museum tours, space exploration, public speaking practice, music creation, DJing, and more. A lot of these are free (or cheap) on Quest 2, and some get even better on PCVR.

Question 2

How do 180 and 360 VR movies work on Quest 2?

Accepted Answer

I’m not talking about sitting in a virtual cinema watching a flat video—I mean being placed inside the movie. You can turn your head and look around the scene as if you’re actually there. The quality has improved loads compared to the early low-res days, and it’s genuinely the next step in entertainment.

Question 3

What is the best VR experience for immersive documentaries?

Accepted Answer

The best one I mention is The Soloist, following climber Alex Honnold. You’re right there on the mountain and even sitting in on campsite conversations while they plan routes. It’s properly engaging and the picture quality looks fantastic.

Question 4

Can VR help with public speaking anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Yes—VR is brilliant for getting comfortable before the real thing. I use VirtualSpeech because it gives you loads of environments, like conferences, interviews, or one-to-one situations. You can even import your slides and run through your full presentation to iron out the details.

Question 5

How do you get multiple virtual monitors in VR with Quest 2?

Accepted Answer

If you connect your Quest 2 via Oculus Link, you can add virtual screens by pressing the little plus sign. You can position them anywhere and scale them up or down, which is wild compared to buying multiple physical monitors. The one caveat is Quest 2 clarity isn’t perfect, so I wouldn’t go too crazy with tiny text-heavy windows.

Question 6

What’s the best way to learn piano in VR?

Accepted Answer

PianoVision is the best app I’ve found, but the real magic is pairing it with a MIDI keyboard. In passthrough you can see your real keyboard, and the notes come down so you can hit the right keys in time. For learning an instrument, that real touch and feel matters.

Question 7

Is Tribe XR actually good for learning to DJ?

Accepted Answer

Genuinely, yes—this isn’t a game, it’s a proper DJing experience. You can import your own tracks and use pro-style gear layouts (like Pioneer-style setups), plus there are engaging lessons to guide you. You can even bring friends in and put on a whole show from inside the app.

Question 8

Are there VR dating apps for Meta Quest?

Accepted Answer

There are, even though I’m not personally trying them because I’m a married man and that wouldn’t go down well. I mention apps like Nevermet and Flirtual where you can chat using VR avatars and see if you get on before meeting up in a virtual date. It’s a really interesting option for people who aren’t confident meeting in the wider world.

12 MORE Awesome Things to do in VR - Non Gaming - Quest 2 tips and Tricks and PCVR!

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