At CES 2025, Shiftall, a company hailing from Japan and renowned for their MeganeX PC VR headsets, unveiled two intriguing VR controller accessories. Among their innovative releases is a SteamVR-compatible controller for PC VR and an inventive add-on for Quest Touch controllers, which enhances user experience by incorporating a scroll wheel and extra buttons.
### GripVR
Shiftall has entered the arena of standard PC VR controllers with their latest creation, the GripVR. Crafted specifically for SteamVR Tracking systems, both 1.0 and 2.0 versions, the GripVR boasts a familiar button layout. This includes AB/XY input buttons, pressable joysticks, triggers, and grips, all enriched with capacitive touch sensors for improved functionality.
Remarkably, GripVR promises up to eight hours of usage on a single battery charge, rechargeable through a USB Type-C port. As expected from SteamVR accessories, it pairs seamlessly with several SteamVR headsets such as the Valve Index, HTC Vive, and of course, Shiftall’s own MeganeX superlight “8K.”
Eager VR enthusiasts can look forward to getting their hands on the GripVR sometime this summer, with pricing projected between $299 and $399.
### AddCon
Shiftall also took the cover off AddCon, a unique aftermarket attachment crafted for the left-hand Touch controllers of Quest 3/3S/Pro. This clever device expands the controller’s capabilities by adding a wheel and buttons, making it especially handy for navigating 2D UI elements or specific controls within VRChat.
One of the standout features of AddCon is a shift function, made possible through an integrated capacitive sensor located on the pinky finger rest. This function allows users to easily switch between different command sets with ease.
Ideal for individuals who need additional control features for VR activities, AddCon proves its versatility by supporting over 14 assignable inputs. Users can configure these inputs via a dedicated PC application, which can also double up as an OSC command transmitter for standalone VRChat environments, according to Shiftall.
Connectivity-wise, AddCon links to Quest devices via Bluetooth LE or a GX6/GX2 dongle and charges effortlessly through its USB Type-C port. Similar to GripVR, AddCon is slated for a summer 2025 release, priced at $69 for the single left-hand Touch accessory.
This impressive lineup follows last year’s announcement of the MeganeX superlight “8K” PC VR headset, expected to debut in early 2025 at $1,899. Known for its sleek design and lightweight build, the SteamVR-compatible headset is equipped with dual 4K high-resolution OLED panels.
It’s worth mentioning, as highlighted in our previous reports, that the “8K” label associated with the MeganeX superlight 8K is somewhat misleading. The name doesn’t accurately reflect the headset’s specifications, which actually incorporate dual 3,552 × 3,840 OLED displays.
