At CES 2025, Shiftall, a company hailing from Japan known for their MeganeX PC VR headsets, introduced two intriguing VR controller accessories. These include a controller compatible with SteamVR for PC VR and a novel add-on for Quest Touch controllers that enhances them with a scroll wheel and additional buttons.
### GripVR
Shiftall is stepping into the spotlight with its new standard PC VR controller, dubbed GripVR. Specifically crafted for SteamVR Tracking systems (1.0, 2.0), GripVR adheres to a familiar button setup, comprising AB/XY input buttons, joysticks that can be pressed, triggers, and grips. All these components are touted to employ capacitive touch sensors.
The controller boasts an impressive eight-hour battery life and can be recharged via a USB Type-C port. As with all accessories that are tracked by SteamVR, it’s designed to work seamlessly with a variety of SteamVR headsets, such as the Valve Index, HTC Vive, and Shiftall’s own MeganeX superlight “8K.”
The projected release for the GripVR is slated for this coming summer, with an estimated price ranging between $299 and $399.
### AddCon
In addition to the GripVR, Shiftall also unveiled AddCon, a distinct aftermarket attachment designed for the left-hand Touch controllers of Quest 3/3S/Pro. This device expands the controller’s capabilities by introducing a wheel and buttons, presumably simplifying the interaction with 2D UI elements and enhancing VRChat-specific controls.
A standout feature of AddCon is its shift function, made possible by an integrated capacitive sensor located on the pinky finger rest. This functionality allows users to switch between various command sets seamlessly.
Shiftall positions AddCon as the perfect solution for users seeking extra control options in VR applications, such as those needed for adjusting camera settings or managing avatar functions in VRChat. The add-on reportedly supports over 14 assignable inputs, and its configuration can be managed via a dedicated PC application. This software can also act as an OSC command transmission device for standalone VRChat systems, according to Shiftall.
To connect, AddCon uses Bluetooth LE or the GX6/GX2 dongle, and it charges through its USB Type-C port. Like the GripVR, AddCon is set to launch in the summer of 2025, priced at a more modest $69 for the single left-hand Touch accessory.
Another notable mention is last year’s unveiling of the MeganeX superlight “8K” PC VR headset, anticipated to ship in early 2025, with a price tag of $1,899. This latest MeganeX, compatible with SteamVR, is characterized by its sleek and lightweight design along with dual 4K high-resolution OLED displays.
To clarify, as we have consistently pointed out in similar discussions about marketing claims, the “8K” label on the MeganeX superlight 8K is placed in quotes. This is because the 8K branding doesn’t precisely match the headset’s actual specifications, which include dual 3,552 × 3,840 OLED screens.
