Minecraft is one of the most popular games ever, evolving from a modest indie project into a billion-dollar powerhouse available on nearly every device, including tablets and consoles. However, it lacks support for some of the most popular virtual reality headsets.
Mojang and Microsoft have not released an official version forMeta Quest 3orQuest 2, leaving many players unable to enjoy their favorite game in VR. Theofficial Meta “Experiences” pagefor Minecraft shows a significant number of users requesting the game. Despite the lack of an official version, the VR headset’s adaptability means that, with some effort, it’s possible to runMinecrafton it.
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There are two primary versions of the game, Bedrock and Java, with instructions available for both to install on your Quest headset. You will need a Link Cable for either version.
What you need to get started
To install Minecraft on a Meta Quest headset, the requirements vary slightly depending on whether you’re installing the Bedrock Edition or the Java Edition. Apart from a headset and a PC, here’s a brief list of requirements for each:
For installing Minecraft Bedrock Edition on Quest:
For installing Minecraft Java Edition on Quest:
Meta Quest Link Cable
The most reliable way to connect your Meta Quest to your PC and play games like Minecraft.
PC requirements
One thing to note about both of the install methods is that they require your Quest headset to remain connected to your PC while you play Minecraft. That’s because the headset is not using its onboard processing to run the program, it’s just interpreting the display from your computer and relaying the inputs from your controllers. You’ll need a PC capable of running VR applications, which in this case means at least an Intel i7-6700 processor, 16GB of RAM and a midrange graphics card like a NVIDIA GTX 1070. These are bare minimum specs, so better hardware will equal better performance.
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How to play Bedrock Edition on Quest
Bedrock Edition is the version of Minecraft that’s sold from the Microsoft Store. It’s more stable and user-friendly, and as such it’s simple to get on the Quest.
How to play Java Edition on Quest
Java Edition is the original version of Minecraft produced by Mojang. While it’s less user-friendly than Bedrock, it allows for more customization, such as the installation of mods. It’s a little trickier to get up and running in VR but still very doable. You’ll need a few third-party programs to make it work, though. Most notable is Vivecraft, a free app that enables the game to play in virtual reality.
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Q. What if you don’t want to link your PC to a Quest?
Don’t want to be tethered to your computer by a link cable? Mod makers have been working valiantly to create a stand-alone version of the Minecraft for Quest systems. The most advanced right now isQuestCraft, which is a sideloadable app that is compatible with Quest 1 and Quest 2, with Quest 3 support announced for the future.
“Sideloading” is the process of uploading software to a device that isn’t explicitly permitted by the hardware’s creators. For the Meta Quest, all official content comes through their “Experiences” store. To sideload, you need an approved program on your Quest and you still do need a link cable to transfer the content to the headset. The current best sideloading software for the Meta Quest is SideQuest, which you can downloadhere.
How to install QuestCraft on your Quest VR system
It’s important to note that QuestCraft isn’t officially supported by Microsoft or Mojang, meaning it will lag behind the main game when it comes to new content and bug fixes. As a volunteer-run project, it is also prone to the whims of its developers and may stop being updated or supported at any time. Play at your own risk.
Q. How to play Minecraft on other VR systems
There are certainly other ways to step into the virtual world, and many of them support Minecraft natively.
Whichever method you choose, you’ll find Minecraft in virtual reality is entertaining, immersive and a totally different experience.
