Nick RansbottomSocial Links NavigationFreelance writer, VR/ARNick is a freelance journalist and games reviewer with a passion for RPGs, bad puns, and VR. When he isn’t guesting on podcasts or streaming on Twitch, he’s probably playing Borderlands with his husband. Grid List Latest articles by Nick Ransbottom How to fix Oculus controller joystick drift By Nick Ransbottom last updated 27 March 23 Oculus controller joystick drift is frustrating to deal with. Thankfully, there are a few potential solutions to the problem. Best Oculus Quest & Quest 2 controller batteries 2023 By Nick Ransbottom last updated 9 March 23 The Oculus Quest's controllers only need one AA battery each. Here are the best ones to keep your Touch Controllers up and running. Best hand-tracking games for Oculus Quest 2023 By Nicholas Sutrich, Nick Ransbottom last updated 7 March 23 Many Quest 2 games require controllers, but some offer more immersion by using hand tracking. These are the best Quest 2 hand-tracking games with gameplay that works best with your fingers. Best Quest 2 games for VR first-timers to avoid motion sickness By Nick Ransbottom last updated 27 February 23 It's common for players to experience motion sickness as they get acclimated to VR. These games will help ease you into the experience. Best Media Apps for Oculus Quest 2023 By Sean Endicott, Nick Ransbottom last updated 12 January 23 The Oculus Quest is a great way to get a giant screen in front of your eyeballs. Here are the best media apps to take advantage of that large virtual screen. How to clean your Oculus Quest 2 By Nicholas Sutrich, Nick Ransbottom last updated 28 November 22 If your headset is grimy, your controllers are dirty, or your lenses are smudged, here's all you need to get your Oculus Quest 2 cleaned up and ready to use! Garden of the Sea is a delightful VR farming sim By Nick Ransbottom published 19 September 22 There's a surprising lack of farming sims on the Quest 2. Thankfully, Garden of the Sea is a great attempt at bringing the fun of Stardew Valley to VR. Into the Radius preview: A janky but atmospheric survival shooter By Nick Ransbottom published 7 September 22 Into the Radius is a tense, unnerving survival shooter. It suffers from some janky control issues, but still manages to be a treat for fans of the genre. Best Oculus Rift Games to Play on Oculus Quest 2 with Oculus Link 2023 By Michael L Hicks, Nick Ransbottom last updated 6 September 22 Expand your library of Quest games with Oculus Rift exclusives. Cooking Simulator VR review: A fine dining experience By Nick Ransbottom published 18 August 22 Cooking Simulator VR is as simple in premise as its name suggests. But it's that simplicity, coupled with immersive interaction and wacky physics, that makes it such a treat. Puzzling Places is a perfect fit for every VR owner By Nick Ransbottom published 8 August 22 A collection of 3D jigsaw puzzles might not seem like the most exciting usage of VR. However, the relaxing charm of Puzzling Places has widespread appeal for every player. Horizon Worlds explained: What is it, and how to play By Nick Ransbottom published 29 July 22 Meta is pushing hard for Quest owners to join Horizon Worlds, the company's foundation for its metaverse. If you're confused as to what Horizon Worlds actually is, we've got you covered. Ruinsmagus preview: A beautiful, flawed virtual reality JRPG By Nick Ransbottom published 14 July 22 Ruinsmagus is a solid attempt at bringing a JRPG to VR. Unfortunately, playing the game isn't nearly as enjoyable as looking at it. Painting VR successfully blends practicality with virtual reality By Nick Ransbottom published 4 July 22 Painting might seem like a strange use of VR's potential, but Painting VR takes full advantage of virtual reality. It's a must-have for anyone with a creative side. Best Oculus Quest 2 SteamVR Games to Play with Oculus Link 2023 By Michael L Hicks, Nick Ransbottom published 21 June 22 Expand your Quest 2 library. How to refund a game on the Quest Store By Nick Ransbottom published 9 June 22 Spending money on a game you don't like can be frustrating. Luckily, it's easy to get a refund on the Quest Store. Little Cities shows how simpler VR games can be the most fun By Nick Ransbottom published 30 May 22 The Oculus Quest 2 has a few city-building sims, but none offer the same experience as Little Cities. It's simple, minimalistic, and a ton of relaxed fun. Cities: VR review: Laying the foundation for VR city-builders By Nick Ransbottom published 28 April 22 Cities: VR is an admirable attempt at a proper VR city-builder. However, its enjoyment is hindered by technical limitations. How to use Facebook Messenger on Oculus Quest to chat with and call friends By Nick Ransbottom published 15 April 22 Want to talk with friends without interrupting your VR session? There’s an easy way to do it. Get the Android Central Newsletter Instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Name: Your Email Address : Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to Android Central. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1Google Search is making it easy to gain new Perspectives on a topic2How to use your Samsung Galaxy phone's internet connection with your PC3Galaxy S23 drop test shows the effect of using sustainable materials4ADT and Google's joint smart home security system launches for DIY users5Nothing Phone (2) certification suggests an imminent launch
How to fix Oculus controller joystick drift By Nick Ransbottom last updated 27 March 23 Oculus controller joystick drift is frustrating to deal with. Thankfully, there are a few potential solutions to the problem.
Best Oculus Quest & Quest 2 controller batteries 2023 By Nick Ransbottom last updated 9 March 23 The Oculus Quest's controllers only need one AA battery each. Here are the best ones to keep your Touch Controllers up and running.
Best hand-tracking games for Oculus Quest 2023 By Nicholas Sutrich, Nick Ransbottom last updated 7 March 23 Many Quest 2 games require controllers, but some offer more immersion by using hand tracking. These are the best Quest 2 hand-tracking games with gameplay that works best with your fingers.
Best Quest 2 games for VR first-timers to avoid motion sickness By Nick Ransbottom last updated 27 February 23 It's common for players to experience motion sickness as they get acclimated to VR. These games will help ease you into the experience.
Best Media Apps for Oculus Quest 2023 By Sean Endicott, Nick Ransbottom last updated 12 January 23 The Oculus Quest is a great way to get a giant screen in front of your eyeballs. Here are the best media apps to take advantage of that large virtual screen.
How to clean your Oculus Quest 2 By Nicholas Sutrich, Nick Ransbottom last updated 28 November 22 If your headset is grimy, your controllers are dirty, or your lenses are smudged, here's all you need to get your Oculus Quest 2 cleaned up and ready to use!
Garden of the Sea is a delightful VR farming sim By Nick Ransbottom published 19 September 22 There's a surprising lack of farming sims on the Quest 2. Thankfully, Garden of the Sea is a great attempt at bringing the fun of Stardew Valley to VR.
Into the Radius preview: A janky but atmospheric survival shooter By Nick Ransbottom published 7 September 22 Into the Radius is a tense, unnerving survival shooter. It suffers from some janky control issues, but still manages to be a treat for fans of the genre.
Best Oculus Rift Games to Play on Oculus Quest 2 with Oculus Link 2023 By Michael L Hicks, Nick Ransbottom last updated 6 September 22 Expand your library of Quest games with Oculus Rift exclusives.
Cooking Simulator VR review: A fine dining experience By Nick Ransbottom published 18 August 22 Cooking Simulator VR is as simple in premise as its name suggests. But it's that simplicity, coupled with immersive interaction and wacky physics, that makes it such a treat.
Puzzling Places is a perfect fit for every VR owner By Nick Ransbottom published 8 August 22 A collection of 3D jigsaw puzzles might not seem like the most exciting usage of VR. However, the relaxing charm of Puzzling Places has widespread appeal for every player.
Horizon Worlds explained: What is it, and how to play By Nick Ransbottom published 29 July 22 Meta is pushing hard for Quest owners to join Horizon Worlds, the company's foundation for its metaverse. If you're confused as to what Horizon Worlds actually is, we've got you covered.
Ruinsmagus preview: A beautiful, flawed virtual reality JRPG By Nick Ransbottom published 14 July 22 Ruinsmagus is a solid attempt at bringing a JRPG to VR. Unfortunately, playing the game isn't nearly as enjoyable as looking at it.
Painting VR successfully blends practicality with virtual reality By Nick Ransbottom published 4 July 22 Painting might seem like a strange use of VR's potential, but Painting VR takes full advantage of virtual reality. It's a must-have for anyone with a creative side.
Best Oculus Quest 2 SteamVR Games to Play with Oculus Link 2023 By Michael L Hicks, Nick Ransbottom published 21 June 22 Expand your Quest 2 library.
How to refund a game on the Quest Store By Nick Ransbottom published 9 June 22 Spending money on a game you don't like can be frustrating. Luckily, it's easy to get a refund on the Quest Store.
Little Cities shows how simpler VR games can be the most fun By Nick Ransbottom published 30 May 22 The Oculus Quest 2 has a few city-building sims, but none offer the same experience as Little Cities. It's simple, minimalistic, and a ton of relaxed fun.
Cities: VR review: Laying the foundation for VR city-builders By Nick Ransbottom published 28 April 22 Cities: VR is an admirable attempt at a proper VR city-builder. However, its enjoyment is hindered by technical limitations.
How to use Facebook Messenger on Oculus Quest to chat with and call friends By Nick Ransbottom published 15 April 22 Want to talk with friends without interrupting your VR session? There’s an easy way to do it.
