I’ve decided to create a more feature-rich version of Pepper, an experimental virtual VR device that allows you to use SteamVR without requiring a physical VR headset or controllers. Using only a keyboard and mouse, Pepper creates a fake VR device that SteamVR recognizes, allowing you to play supported VR games from your Steam library.
The original Pepper that I made a few months ago was a small proof-of-concept showing that it was possible to create a software-only VR device using SteamVR’s driver system. While it worked, it was limited and required a lot of manual setup. Pepper Remastered aims to rebuild the project with a stronger foundation, better usability, and more features.
What is changing in Pepper?
- Full rewrite of the Pepper VR driver architecture
- Support for a more realistic virtual HMD and controller system
- Improved SteamVR compatibility and stability
- New Pepper control center for managing settings and devices
- Advanced keyboard and mouse VR controls
- Custom controller mapping and input profiles
- Support for gamepads as virtual VR controllers
- Improved virtual tracking and movement system
- Adjustable movement speed, sensitivity, and smoothing
- Better driver performance and reduced latency
- Automatic SteamVR driver installation
- Easier setup process for new users
- Improved error reporting and debugging tools
- Real-time tracking and device monitoring
- Modular system for adding new input methods
- Virtual device profiles and configuration support
- Better support for experimental VR setups
- Foundation for future OpenXR support
Experimental Phone Support
Alongside the PC version, I have also been experimenting with mobile support.
Follow the Project
You can follow the development of Pepper Remastered through my GitHub profile:
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