Virtual Desktop Streamer

About

Virtual Desktop Streamer lets you stream your Windows PC into VR, displaying your desktop on a large virtual screen inside your headset. The website describes using it to watch movies, browse the web, and play games this way. The app is available as a PC version, a standalone version, and a classic version, with the PC and standalone versions listed for a range of headsets including Meta Quest, Pico, HTC Vive, and Samsung Galaxy XR.

The site lists computer requirements for the app. For PC streaming, you need Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) or macOS Catalina (10.5+), an Intel Core i5-2500k or equivalent, a wired connection to a 5 GHz AC or AX Wi-Fi router, and a VR-ready PC (GTX 970) for PCVR game streaming. The FAQ notes that SteamVR and Oculus Rift games require a VR-ready Windows PC, and that games are launched from the Games tab in the Virtual Desktop menu in VR.

The website also offers troubleshooting guidance for common issues, such as connection and network warnings, choppy performance, and black screens. It additionally states that you can connect to your computer over the Internet by enabling "Allow remote connections" and UPnP on your router.