At CES 2025, Shiftall, the innovative minds from Japan known for their MeganeX PC VR headsets, surprised the tech world with the unveiling of two new VR controller accessories. They introduced a new SteamVR-compatible controller for PC VR and a quirky add-on for Quest Touch controllers, enhancing them with a scroll wheel and additional buttons.
### GripVR
Shiftall’s latest creation is the GripVR, a sleek controller crafted for SteamVR Tracking systems, such as 1.0 and 2.0. It boasts a traditional button layout, complete with AB/XY input buttons, joysticks that can be pressed, triggers, and grips—all equipped with capacitive touch sensors for a responsive experience.
This handy gadget offers an eight-hour battery life and can easily be recharged via its USB Type-C port. Just like other SteamVR tracked accessories, it promises to work seamlessly with a variety of headsets, including Valve Index, HTC Vive, and the brand’s own MeganeX superlight “8K.” Designed to launch sometime this summer, the GripVR is expected to have a price range between $299 and $399.
### AddCon
Shiftall didn’t stop there. They also rolled out AddCon, an intriguing aftermarket accessory tailored for the left-hand Touch controllers of Quest 3/3S/Pro. This nifty addition broadens the controller’s capabilities by incorporating a wheel and extra buttons, potentially simplifying interactions with 2D UI elements and specific VRChat functionalities.
An interesting feature of the AddCon is a shift function enabled by a capacitive sensor on the pinky finger rest, allowing users to switch between different command sets effortlessly. It caters to users looking for more control options in VR applications—for instance, tweaking camera settings or handling avatar controls in VRChat. The add-on supports over 14 assignable inputs, configurable via a dedicated PC app that doubles as an OSC command transmitter for standalone VRChat setups.
Connectivity-wise, AddCon links to Quest via Bluetooth LE or a GX6/GX2 dongle and charges using its USB Type-C port. Scheduled to hit the market in summer 2025, this left-hand accessory will be priced at a reasonable $69.
This development comes on the heels of last year’s announcement of the MeganeX superlight “8K” PC VR headset, anticipated to ship in early 2025 with a price tag of $1,899. The headset, compatible with SteamVR, is lauded for its lightweight design and features dual 4K high-resolution OLED panels.
In a similar fashion to our coverage of industry trends, you’ll notice the “8K” label of the MeganeX superlight 8K is used cautiously. This is because the term doesn’t fully reflect the headset’s specifications, which actually consist of dual 3,552 × 3,840 OLEDs.
