Oculus Quest is a new virtual reality headset that has been announced by Oculus. It is a device that is designed to be worn on the head and it has a number of features that make it an interesting option for those who want to experience virtual reality. One of the features of Oculus Quest that has caught many people’s attention is the fact that it comes with a counterweight system that makes it more comfortable to wear. This system helps to reduce the feeling of weight on the head and it also makes it easier to move around in the virtual world. The counterweight system is something that was designed by Oculus and it works in conjunction with the headset’s tracking system. This system ensures that you are always in control of your environment and you can move around without feeling like you are being pulled around by your headgear. The counterweight also helps to reduce any feelings of fatigue or stress when you are wearing Oculus Quest. The counterweight system is something that can be added to any virtual reality headset and it can help to make sure that you are always comfortable when using this type of technology. It also allows you to experience virtual reality in a more relaxed way and it can help to improve your overall experience.
A VR counterweight sounds puzzling at first: If you feel the Quest or Quest 2 is too heavy and uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time, why would you add more weight to it? But the secret is that the discomfort mostly comes from having too much weight on one part of your head (the front, where the screen is) that isn’t balanced properly, which leads to increased pressure on your face. Also, the front weight pulls your head forward, increasing tension in the back of your neck.
The solution is to add a counterweight on the back of the VR headset, located directly opposite the heaviest weight in the front. With balance achieved, the weight distribution is spread more evenly around your head, with pressure more on the top of your head where it’s not nearly as uncomfortable.
Or, if you want to get more sophisticated, you can do more with the extra weight at the back of your head. Several firms have shipped battery backs for the Quest series that also serve as counterweights. One of the most popular is the official Quest 2 Elite Strap with Battery, although it’s a pricey solution at around $109. (You can get a bundle with an official carrying case for a bit extra, too.)
Whichever weight you choose, once you strap it on and dive back into virtual reality, your face and neck will thank you. Happy gaming!
