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SideQuest Lists AltspaceVR on Steam as Free Early Access for October, and Names Steam Frame on the Recommended Line

October 15, 2026 by mw

AltspaceVR Steam store capsule art from SideQuest Ltd. listing (AppID 5289710)

SideQuest Ltd. lists AltspaceVR on Steam as free Early Access for October 2026, keeps the price free after Early Access in its FAQ, and names Steam Frame on the recommended VR line—without a ship day or Microsoft data migration.

SideQuest Drops Developer Mode and USB From Quest Setup, Adds In-Headset Steam Port Installs

October 13, 2026 by mw

Chart comparing SideQuest Quest setup: five old steps with developer mode and USB versus three new in-headset steps

SideQuest now installs on Quest without developer mode, a developer organization, or a USB cable, and can pull supported Steam game ports from inside the headset. Some advanced settings still need a one-time PC or Android step.