Experience Nintendo 3DS Games in Virtual Reality on Quest with CitraVR
While it’s possible to emulate Nintendo 3DS games on a computer or smartphone, it often falls short of the real entertainment experience. However, thanks to the beta version of CitraVR, you can now play your favorite pocket Nintendo console games on a massive, fully immersive VR screen.
CitraVR is a standalone VR headset designed specifically for the Citra 3DS emulator, a long-standing favorite among PC users. Developed for Quest 2/3/Pro, CitraVR allows you to enjoy your favorite titles on a huge, three-dimensional VR screen. What’s more, the game’s touch controls are conveniently located below the screen.
Wondering why these games are in 3D? Nintendo designed the 3DS with a stereoscopic display that doesn’t require special glasses, making games developed for this console perfectly suited for standalone VR headsets.
See how it works in the YouTube video titled “Gamertag VR”:
CitraVR is now available for free on the SideQuest platform. Of course, there are a few steps to navigate before you can start using it. Firstly, you’ll need to download the SideQuest application on your computer, which enables the installation of unofficial Meta-approved apps and tools. Additionally, you’ll need your own 3DS ROM files, which can be homebrew, backup copies of games you already own, or anything else you desire.
No matter what you choose, developer Amanda Watson has helpfully created a catalog of compatible games that provides information on how each 3DS game performs on different Quest headset models.
You may already be familiar with Watson’s other notable contributions to VR development. As a former VR software engineer at Meta (then known as Oculus), Watson single-handedly created and served as the lead engineer for a project called Air Link for over a year before its release, as stated on her LinkedIn profile. Thanks to Watson’s work, you can now play titles like “The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds,” “Mario Kart 7,” “Xenoblade Chronicles 3D,” “Super Monkey Ball 3D,” “Metal Gear Solid 3,” and many more on your Quest VR headset.
Installation Steps for CitraVR on Quest 2/3/Pro:
- Create an account on SideQuest and install the app on your Android smartphone or computer.
- Connect your VR headset to your device (wired, wireless, or even using the directly installed app on the headset).
- Load the CitraVR beta on your device.
- Find CitraVR in the “Unknown Sources” app list within your headset library.
- Connect your Quest headset to your computer via cable to load legal copies of ROM files. Access your Quest device in the file explorer on your computer, create a new folder with an appropriate name (e.g., “3DS Games”), locate the .3ds files on your computer, and copy them to the new folder on your Quest device.
Which Nintendo 3DS game would you like to play on your Quest VR headset with CitraVR? Let us know in the comments below!
FAQ Section:
Q: What is CitraVR?
A: CitraVR is a standalone VR headset version for the Citra 3DS emulator.
Q: Which machines support CitraVR?
A: CitraVR is specifically designed for Quest 2/3/Pro.
Q: Is CitraVR available for free?
A: Yes, CitraVR is now available for free on the SideQuest platform.
Q: How can I install CitraVR on my Quest 2/3/Pro?
A: To install CitraVR, follow these steps:
- Create an account on SideQuest and install the app on your smartphone or computer.
- Connect your VR headset to your device.
- Load the CitraVR beta on your device.
- Find CitraVR in the “Unknown Sources” app list within your headset library.
- Connect your Quest headset to your computer via cable to load legal copies of ROM files.
Q: Do I need my own 3DS ROM files to use CitraVR?
A: Yes, you will need your own 3DS ROM files. These can be homebrew, backup copies of games you already own, or anything else.
Q: Is there a catalog of compatible games available for CitraVR?
A: Yes, developer Amanda Watson has created a catalog of compatible games that provides information on how each 3DS game performs on different Quest headset models.
Q: What are some game titles that can be played on CitraVR using Quest?
A: Some game titles that can be played on CitraVR using Quest include “The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds,” “Mario Kart 7,” “Xenoblade Chronicles 3D,” “Super Monkey Ball 3D,” “Metal Gear Solid 3,” and many more.
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