The best VR accessories of 2025

For my money, games like Topgolf’s Golf+ again Go Mini Golf there is i killer apps for VR headsets – and I’ve never played a round of golf in my life. There is something about the actions involved in golf that translate completely into reality. It already sounds realistic, but you can always kick higher with a snap attached to the club. Golf clubs are long and heavy, while VR controls are squat and light. A weighted club attachment solves this problem, and DeadEyeVR’s DriVR Elite is the one to beat. A faux driver is included with the Meta Quest headset and the metal core provides that much-needed heft. It’s not as long-lasting as its real-world counterpart, but that’s actually a good thing for your windows and furniture. If you prefer minigolf, check out the company’s line of putters.

First-person shooters are another great genre of VR, but standard controls just don’t cut it. For added realism, combine your controls with a gun attachment of some sort. We recommend this one from a trusted AMVR accessory manufacturer. It actually comes with a dual gun attachment so you can live out the dual wielding dream like the ultimate badass from a John Woo movie. They also look cool, with an aesthetic reminiscent of the NES light gun accessory. The only caveat? They are designed to work with the new Quest controllers, so the only headsets that work are Quest 3 and 3. If you have one of these headsets, however, you’ll start messing around with games like that Arizona Sunshine, Population: One and, of course, a rhythm shooter Gun Whip.

There are a surprising number of great VR games where the bow is the main weapon. In death: Unbound, In the Pits of Eternity again Survival of the Nation all include solid archery tools, such as a starter. The game usually allows you to pull one controller back while holding the other in place, to simulate the motion of shooting an arrow. This is great, but it gets a little too real. DeadEyeVR’s Shadow Shot accessory doesn’t just feel like using a bow, either is something a real bow. The controls attach to each end and you pull back and shoot. For real life archers, the learning curve should be close to zero. For beginners, this can be a fun way to learn the basics of the game.

Let’s get something out of the way first: any wired headphones will work with any VR headset. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 4 headphones aren’t specifically designed for VR headsets, but they have a lot of features for enthusiasts. They have 360-degree spatial sound, a true VR game changer, an AI-assisted microphone that reduces ambient noise and a fully customizable EQ, which comes in handy when streaming video or listening to music on a VR headset.

These are again wireless headphones with Bluetooth that connect to almost everything. But you might want to connect directly when you’re in a VR environment to reduce lag. If you go wireless, however, you’ll get 36 hours of use per charge and a quick-charge feature that juices up the headphones in just 15 minutes.

Let’s be honest: the headbands that ship with most VR headsets, including the Quest line, aren’t that great. That’s why people tend to change them for more comfortable third-party products. Another problem with standalone VR headsets? Battery life is usually shorter than power nap. You can kill two virtual birds with two virtual stones by walking around with a headband that includes an internal battery. KIWI Design K4 offers about three hours of extra juice, with a comfortable and balanced design. The included battery actually helps even the weight balance, so using this belt helps reduce the strain on the head and neck.

There is no good place to hide a VR headset. You can throw it on the counter somewhere, or try to find an unused drawer, but both of those options aren’t exactly good. This is where dedicated stands come in as they provide a nice and sturdy home for both the headset and its controls. This one by AMVR is our favorite. It’s budget-friendly, durable and, most importantly, features a near-universal design. This stand will take almost any headset out there, including Quest 3, Pico 4, PSVR 2 and Apple Vision Pro. There are side brackets for controls and a tray at the bottom for some accessories (like the AVP battery pack).

From Supernatural in boxing sim The Joy of Fighting, fitness apps have become VR system vendors for headsets. If you’re serious about a visible workout, consider regular weight gym gloves. These aren’t some VR gloves, and they aren’t particularly techy. Well-made weighted gloves give your workout a boost. Not only will they increase cardio performance, but they can help increase the muscles in the shoulders and arms as well. It goes without saying that they will add a bit of immersion to boxing sims like them Faith: Ascending to Glory again The Joy of Fighting. Ringside gloves are available in two-pound and four-pound versions and, of course, can be used in the real gym in addition to the original.

While most games allow you to sit and play, standing is the best way to immerse yourself in heavy visual environments. It comes with some risks, however, as you can run over a pet or knock over some furniture. These earphones usually include software that discourages you from going outside of predetermined limits, but they are foolproof. Something like the Skywin VR Mat will let you know the minute you’re out of bounds. In addition, it is thick, thick and more comfortable to stand on than a hard floor.

There are tons of these mats out there, and they work with any VR headset. We chose the Skywin’s because of its 35-inch diameter, which is large enough to fit in and small enough for apartment dwellers.

Hauling VR headsets from place to place can be frustrating, as anyone who’s wrapped up in airplane T-shirts can attest. You want a sturdy and durable portable case that doubles as a great place to store your headset and controllers when not in use. The budget-friendly Casematix hard case works with the Quest, Quest 2 and Quest 3 out of the box. But the interior is filled with foam that cuts easily if your headset has a unique design. You can do the same with resources. The carrying handle is comfortable to hold and the hard shell exterior is durable. The price is also right: this thing costs $35 and most first-person cases are double that price, with Meta’s proprietary cases running around $70.

Meta headsets are self-contained, so you can play hundreds of games without attaching external hardware. However, they also work well with PCs, as long as you have a connecting cable. This gives you wired access to exclusive PC games from the Steam Store and elsewhere. The Quest 3 and 3s are powerful, sure, but they can’t run some of the biggest PC VR titles, like Marvel. Half Life: Alyx. There are a lot of different connection cables out there, but the original Meta team release is probably the best. It’s sturdy, over 16 feet tall and works with the entire Quest lineup including the recently released Quest 3s.

Standalone VR headsets help reduce cable clutter, but a dedicated cable management system gets the job done. The NexiGo VR cable management system includes a series of ceiling hooks and mounting brackets, in addition to traditional screws for a permanent solution. Any cables for your headphones hang from the ceiling and stay out of the way when not in use. There are even retractable carabiners that increase your range of motion by about five feet or more. Even if you have a standalone headset, this is still great for headphones and charging cables.

This is obviously a no-brainer for those with wired headsets, as nothing wastes gaming time like tripping over a cord and falling flat on your face. It’s also a great way to keep your VR space clutter-free.