If you're torn between Viveport Infinity and Steam for VR games, here's a quick rundown to help you decide. Both platforms have their perks, but they cater to slightly different needs for VR gaming.

Viveport Infinity

Viveport Infinity is a subscription service aimed at VR fans. According to the manufacturer's product description, it works with all the major VR headsets like HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Meta Quest (with Link), Valve Index, and Windows MR. This means if you have an Oculus Quest 2 with a Link cable, you can dive into a ton of VR content through this subscription.

One of the big selling points of Viveport Infinity is the variety it offers. For a monthly or annual fee, you get unlimited access to hundreds of VR games and videos, with new stuff added every week. Our research shows that people really appreciate the value and range of games. One person even mentioned, “Definitely going to be sticking with Infinity as long as my Quest 2 keeps working. Yes, you can use your Oculus Quest with this! It works with almost any modern VR HMD that can be used on PC.”

To use your Oculus Quest 2 with Viveport Infinity, you'll need to set up Oculus Link, which means connecting your Quest 2 to a gaming PC using a USB-C cable. This setup lets your Quest 2 work as a PCVR headset, opening up PCVR content from Viveport Infinity and other platforms like SteamVR.

Steam

Steam is a well-established platform with a huge library of both VR and non-VR games. SteamVR, the VR part of Steam, keeps adding new titles and has an active community of developers who are always coming up with new stuff for VR. The user reviews and ratings on Steam are also super helpful for figuring out which games are worth your time.

One of Steam's strong points is that it works with lots of different hardware and software. It supports most VR headsets, including HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Meta Quest (with Link), and Valve Index, so compatibility isn't an issue. Plus, Steam often has sales, so you can snag some good VR games at lower prices.

Which One Should You Choose?

• Content Variety: If you're into having a wide variety of VR games and like the idea of a flat subscription fee, Viveport Infinity is a great choice. It's especially good if you want to try out lots of games without thinking about individual purchase costs.

• Game Library Depth: If you want a platform with a massive library of both VR and non-VR games and rely on community reviews and ratings, then Steam might be better for you. It's perfect for those who play both VR and traditional PC games.

• Cost: Viveport Infinity has a subscription model, which can be cost-effective if you play a lot of different games. Steam is free to join, and you only pay for the games you buy, often with sales and discounts.

Both platforms have their own strengths, so it really depends on what you value in your VR gaming experience. Whether it's the varied content and subscription model of Viveport Infinity or the extensive, user-driven game library of Steam, you can't go wrong.