Use Your Meta Quest Headsets As A Display

Anyone who loves gaming on consoles like the PS5, Xbox, or even on mobile has a new reason to get excited about Meta Quest headsets. With the launch of the Meta Quest HDMI Link, these VR headsets are about to become the ultimate accessory for a much broader range of devices.

What’s New with Meta Quest HDMI Link?

With Meta’s constant improvements to its Android-based Horizon OS, like the new Meta AI on Quest 3, these headsets keep getting better. But the new HDMI Link app might just be the most exciting update yet.

Just announced on the Meta Quest blog, the HDMI Link app is now available for download and brings a huge boost in connectivity options. In plain terms, it allows your Quest headset to act as a giant, near-zero latency virtual screen for almost any device with an HDMI or DisplayPort output. We’re talking about game consoles, laptops, tablets, smartphones—basically, anything with video output. You can now pull up your favourite Xbox or PS5 games, enjoy Nintendo Switch titles on a massive virtual display, or even run Android apps from your smartphone or tablet.

Why This Matters for Gamers and Beyond

Before HDMI Link, the Meta Quest headsets already had some cool tricks up their sleeves with "Link" software that let you connect to a PC using a Link Cable or the wireless Air Link option. This was great for diving into some epic PCVR titles or using your headset as a virtual desktop. But now, with HDMI Link, the Quest headsets can connect to nearly any device.

You could be playing the latest Xbox games on a huge, immersive screen right from your headset. Or maybe you’re in the mood for some classic Nintendo Switch action—imagine seeing those games blown up in virtual space. The HDMI Link takes all of this a step further by letting you enjoy these experiences without relying on specific apps or cloud gaming services. And because it’s near-zero latency, the experience feels incredibly smooth.

Setting It Up—What’s the Catch?

Now, there is one small catch. To make this work, you’ll need a third-party capture card that supports UVC (USB Video Class) and UAC (USB Audio Class). Most modern PCs and laptops support UVC (USB Video Class) and UAC (USB Audio Class) standards, making them compatible with USB devices like webcams and microphones right out of the box. Operating systems like Windows 10/11, macOS, and Linux have built-in support for these standards, so users usually don’t need extra drivers. This universal support ensures easy, hassle-free connections for UVC and UAC devices.

So, Should You Give It a Try?

If you’re a console gamer or someone who likes to mix up your gaming and media experiences, the HDMI Link app could seriously change how you use your Meta Quest headset. For anyone looking to elevate their Quest headset experience and bring a fresh level of immersion to their favourite games and media, the Meta Quest HDMI Link might just be the upgrade you didn’t know you needed.