Can I Upgrade Meta Quest 2 Storage? (Solved!)

Your Meta Quest 2 is a powerful device. It’s capable of doing some amazing things. But what if it could do even more? Can I upgrade Meta Quest 2 Storage?

Unfortunately, the answer is no. You can’t upgrade the storage on your Meta Quest 2. Quest 2 comes in two different sizes, 64GB and 128GB. Once you’ve chosen your Meta Quest version, that’s the amount of storage you’re stuck with. External drives and memory cards are not supported.

In this blog post, I will explore other options you may have and what you can do to get more storage for your Meta Quest 2.

Can I Upgrade Meta Quest 2 Storage?

Some websites say you can upgrade your Meta Quest 2 (formerly known as Oculus Quest 2) storage by using an external drive or memory card. I’ve done some research and can confirm that this is not possible.

The only way to increase storage on your Meta Quest is to buy the 256GB model. So, if you’re looking for more storage, your best bet is to buy the largest model.

You can also check out our guide on freeing up storage on your Meta Quest 2 below.

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How Much Space Do Meta Quest 2 Games Use?

The Oculus Quest 2 can store customized material and multimedia, however, most users will only store official games directly on the device. The average Quest 2 game will use around 1.5 to 2GB of internal hard disk space.

So, to determine how much space you truly require, consider how many games you want to purchase and the average game size for each.

When it comes to popular Oculus Quest 2 games, many of the classics are 2GB or less:

• Beat Saber (643MB)
• Pistol Whip (1.8GB)
• Echo VR (650MB)
• Rec Room (1.7GB)
• SUPERHOT (1.96GB)

Newer games produced with the Quest 2’s greater graphics capabilities tend to be a little larger, such as Star Wars: Tales From the Galaxy’s Edge (5.7GB), Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners (12GB), and Myst (9GB).

It’s also worth mentioning that if you download DLC or sideload custom material, such as custom Beat Saber tunes or a new custom home setting, the game’s size will increase.

On average, the 128GB Quest 2 model can store 25 to 35 games without a problem.

If you run out of space, you can always delete games to make place for new ones, but most users are unlikely to use more than 30 regularly played games on their headsets at the same time.

Options for Getting More Storage on Your Meta Quest 2 (Guide)

If you’re looking for more storage on your Meta Quest, a few options are available to you.

1. Buy the 256GB Meta Quest 2 Model

The easiest way to get more storage for your Quest 2 is to buy the 256GB model. It’s around $100 more than the 128GB model, but it comes with twice the storage.

If you’re looking to save some money, a few other options are available to you.

2. Delete Completed Games and Apps

One way to free up some space on your Quest is to delete any games or apps you no longer use, especially the big games like Red Dead Redemption or Beat Saber.

To do this, go to your Quest’s settings menu and select “Storage.” You can see how much space each game or app is taking up and delete the ones you no longer need.

This won’t free up a ton of space, but it’s a good way to eliminate any old apps taking up space on your Quest.

3. Uninstall Games and Apps

If you want to free up even more space, you can uninstall games and apps. This will remove the app from your Quest, but you can always reinstall it later if you need to.

Go to your Library in the Oculus app and select the game or app you want to uninstall. Then, click the Uninstall button.

4. Factory Reset Your Quest

If you’re desperate for storage, you can factory reset your Quest. This will delete all of the data on your Quest, including games, apps, and settings. To do this, go to Settings > Device > Reset Device.

Factory resetting your Quest is the last resort, but it can be a good way to start fresh if you’re running out of space.

READ MORE! How Do You Factory Reset Your Meta Quest 2? (Solved!)

5. Install Some Games on Your PC

Another option is to install some games on your PC and stream them to your Quest. This won’t give you more storage on your Quest, but it will allow you to play games that take up a lot of space without deleting anything.

You’ll need to download the Oculus Rift software and connect your Quest to your PC. Then, you can install any Oculus-compatible game on your PC and stream it to your Quest.

You can also use a link cable to connect your Quest to your PC. Then, you can use the Oculus app to install games on your Quest.

Most of the Oculus games are cross-buy, and therefore by doing this, you will have the game on both your PC saving up storage on your Meta Quest 2.

This is a great way to play games that take up a lot of space without having to delete anything from your Quest.

READ MORE! Can I Play Steam Games on Oculus Quest 2 Without A PC?

Benefits of Having More Space on Meta Quest 2

There are a few benefits to having more storage on your Quest.

1. Allows Installation of Many apps and Games

The main benefit is that you can install more apps and games. If you like to have a lot of games installed on your Quest, then the 128GB model is a better choice.

You’ll be able to install larger games, like Red Dead Redemption or Beat Saber, without worrying about running out of space.

2. More Storage = More Room for Future Updates

Another benefit of having more storage is that it leaves room for future updates. Games and apps are constantly being updated, and these updates can take up a lot of space.

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Final Thoughts

It is not possible to upgrade the storage on your Meta Quest 2, but there are a few ways you can work around this. You can delete old games and apps, factory reset your Quest, or install some games on your PC and stream them to your Quest.

I hope this article has helped you learn how to get more storage space on your Meta Quest 2.

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Espen

Espen is the Director of PursuitMeta and has written extensively about Virtual Reality and VR Headsets for years. He is a consumer product expert and has personally tested VR Headsets for the last decade.

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