The latest iterative update to the SteamVR Beta, designated version 2.14.1, has been deployed, focusing on critical stability improvements and targeted system refinements. This patch aims to polish the core VR experience by addressing several long-standing, bothersome issues, ensuring a smoother journey for VR enthusiasts regardless of their configuration.
Users without a Virtual Reality Headset (HMD) connected will immediately notice faster application startup times, a quality-of-life enhancement that streamlines the initial launch sequence. Furthermore, the update successfully vanquishes several persistent technical gremlins, including port conflicts (often manifested as Error 309) and startup failures (Errors 302 or 101) under unusual configurations. The patch also introduces improvements to controller configuration, allowing users to save custom bindings that may not meet all default action requirements, and fixes incorrect render models appearing during device simulation. These collective adjustments substantially strengthen the foundation of the SteamVR platform’s reliability.
Full Patch Notes for SteamVR Beta 2.14.1
SteamVR Core System
- Improved startup speed when no HMD is present.
- Fixed an issue causing Port 27062 conflicts, sometimes appearing as Error 309, when no HMD is present.
- Resolved issues that could lead to Error 302 or Error 101 during unusual startup configurations.
- Updated Binding UI to allow saving bindings that do not include all required actions, with user confirmation.
- Fixed persistent HMD simulation after applications using controller simulation ended.
- Corrected instances where incorrect render models appeared when multiple devices were simulating.
- Fixed a crash triggered by delayed roomview processing.
- Updated dashboard binding for HP Motion Controller to improve:
- Screenshots
- Smooth scrolling
- Quick Recenter support
- Expanded prompt for SteamVR setup to include cases where the software is installed outside its default location.
Steam Link
- Resolved freezing issues for AMD GPU users, also known as Error 250.
- Minor improvements to reduce judder.
Linux
- Fixed a shared memory leak occurring each time an application disconnected from SteamVR.
SteamVR is a free software platform created by Valve Corporation, which originally launched on April 5, 2016. It serves as the primary environment for Virtual Reality gaming and applications available on the Steam store.
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