For an immersive VR gaming experience, the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3s offer a wide range of games, which you will find on the official app store. There will be times when you might have the urge to install other games or even share or browse photos, videos, and movies on your Meta Quest headset.
One of the best ways to sideload your favorite games and transfer files is to use this special service called SideQuest. SideQuest is a free app or platform that can be installed onto your PC and your Meta Quest 3 or Meta Quest 3s headset.
So, if you are looking to set up SideQuest on your VR headset, here is our complete guide.
How to Install SideQuest on Your Meta Quest 3
To get SideQuest on your Meta Quest 3/3s, you will require a few things. Here’s what you will need.
- Windows. macOS or Linux-powered PC
- USB Type C Cable
- Meta Quest 3/3s
- Wi-Fi Network
- Meta Horizon app (Android/iOS)
Now that you know what, you will need to get SideQuest on your Meta Quest headset, let’s take a look at the steps to install it.
First Install SideQuest on Your PC
First, you will need to install SideQuest on your PC. Only after that, you can get it sorted out on your Meta Quest 3/3s. Here are the steps.
- On your PC, launch your web browser and head over to the SideQuest website.
- From the side menu, click on the Get SideQuest option.
- Scroll a bit to the bottom and on your right-hand side you will see the download options.
- Download the file based on the operating system and install it on your PC.
Enable Developer Mode for your Meta Quest 3/3s
- Launch the Meta Horizon app on your Android or iOS device.
- Sign into the app using the same account used to sign in to your Meta Quest headset.
- Once signed in, select Menu and choose Devices.
- Now, select your headset and select Headset Settings.
- Navigate to Developer Mode and enable Developer Mode.
With developer mode enabled on your Meta Quest 3/3s VR headset, it’s time to get SideQuest up and running on your PC as well as your Meta Quest 3/3s.
Now Install SideQuest on Meta Quest 3 and 3s
- Connect your Meta Quest headset to your PC via the USB-C cable.
- Launch the SideQuest app on your PC and give it the necessary permissions.
- In a few moments, the SideQuest app will detect your Meta Quest VR headset.
- Click on Install SideQuest on your headset. The app will soon be installed on your headset.
- Wear the headset and launch the SideQuest app.
- The SideQuest app on your Meta Quest will now display a 6-digit code. Enter this code into the SideQuest app on your PC.
- This lets you link the SideQuest app on your PC and your Meta Quest right away.
This is how you can install SideQuest on your Meta Quest VR headset as well as your PC. With the SideQuest app, you can do the following things:
- Browse through all the apps and games
- Install apps and games from AppLab
- Sideload apps and games of your choice
- Transfer photos and videos from and to your Meta Quest
However, a lot of people prefer to use SideQuest to transfer photos and videos so, if you are someone looking to try that out, we’ve got you covered.
How to Transfer Files using SideQuest
- Launch the SideQuest app and connect your Meta Quest headset to your PC.
- Click on the Files section at the bottom left.
- All you need to do is drag and drop your photos and videos between your devices and the transfer process will be completed.
This process works on Windows, macOS, and Linux PCs as long as you have the SideQuest app installed.
Sideloading Apps to Your Meta Quest
If you are looking to play games that are not officially available for your Meta Quest, you can always download them. For this to work, you simply need to launch the SideQuest app on your Meta Quest and search for the app or game of your choice.
Download the app and accept the prompt about installing apps from unknown sources. Once accepted, the app will begin installation, and you can launch the app or game right away from the SideQuest app.
This concludes everything you need to know about sideloading apps and games, and also how you can make use of the SideQuest app to transfer files between your headset and your PC.
So, what do you think about SideQuest and the ability to install games from the AppLab? Is this something you would be doing to try out new immersive VR apps and games? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.
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