What is ArtQuest VR?

ArtQuest VR is a virtual-reality gallery for viewing public-domain paintings at true scale with high-resolution zoom and museum-style labels. Browse by artist, movement, period, or collection.

Which headsets are supported?

Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, and Quest 3s. (Quest 1 is not supported.)

Do I need an internet connection?

Yes. Images and label text are fetched on demand, so a stable internet connection is required for normal use.

Where do the artworks come from?

Public-domain images sourced from Wikimedia’s open collection. Many masterpieces from world museums are available there.

Does the app collect personal data?

No. ArtQuest VR does not collect, store, or sell personal data. There are no accounts, analytics SDKs, or ad trackers. The app may cache images and your last selections on device to improve performance; uninstalling or clearing the app’s data removes these caches. See the Privacy Policy for details.

Will I see nudity or violent imagery?

Possibly. Historical paintings sometimes include artistic (non-sexual) nudity or non-graphic depictions of violence (e.g., battles, mythological scenes). ArtQuest VR presents these works in an educational, art-historical context.

What age rating should I expect?

Expect a Teen/12+ outcome in most regions due to artistic nudity and violence. Parents and educators should review content accordingly.

Is there artificial locomotion? Will I get motion sick?

ArtQuest VR is designed for comfort. You can enjoy the galleries seated or standing without continuous artificial locomotion. Simple controls let you browse walls and works at your own pace. Comfort turning and stationary viewing reduce motion sensitivity.

What resolutions and zoom levels are supported?

Works are displayed at realistic size with high-resolution zoom optimized per device. The maximum visible detail depends on the source image and the headset’s capabilities (Quest 3/3s can display higher detail than Quest 2).

Why does a particular image look soft or lower resolution?

Some source files on Wikimedia are limited in resolution. When an image’s native resolution is reached, further zoom won’t increase visible detail.

Have a better file? You can improve the source for everyone:

• Confirm the artwork image is public domain (or otherwise freely licensed).

• Upload the higher-resolution file to Wikimedia Commons.

• On the artwork’s Wikidata item, add the file as the image (P18).

Once the file is published and linked on Wikidata, ArtQuest VR will pull the higher-resolution version automatically on the next refresh.

Why isn’t my favorite artist or artwork in ArtQuest VR?

ArtQuest VR draws from Wikimedia Commons. Commons only hosts images that are public domain in both the country of origin and the United States (where its servers are located). Many modern works are still under copyright in one or both places, so they won’t appear in Commons—or in ArtQuest VR—until the copyrights expire.

As more artworks enter the public domain, they’ll automatically become available in ArtQuest VR.

Can I use ArtQuest VR for teaching or presentations?

Yes. The galleries are clear and distraction-free, and the labels are concise and factual. An internet connection is required; please preview content if your setting needs to avoid artistic nudity.

Is there audio narration?

Yes—labels can be read aloud by triggering them with your Touch controller.

Can I request specific artists or collections?

If public-domain images are available for an artist or collection on Wikimedia, they will appear as you browse. Coverage expands as more images are added to the public archive.

Do you host or sell the images?

No. ArtQuest VR presents public-domain images from open repositories. We do not sell, license, or host the artworks ourselves.

What does it cost?

Pricing is shown on the Meta Horizon Store page for your region. Refunds follow Meta’s store policies.

How do I report an issue or ask for support?

Use the support email listed on the app’s Meta store page or on the website’s Contact section. Include your headset model, software version, and a brief description of the issue.

How do you handle privacy and data deletion?

We don’t collect personal data. Local caches can be removed by uninstalling the app or clearing its data on your headset. See the Privacy Policy for full details.