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Wi-Fi streaming lets you play PCVR games without any cable between your Mac and headset. MoltenVR requires no extra dependencies for wireless mode — there is no ADB or additional tooling to install. As long as your Mac and headset are on the same local network, you can stream wirelessly.
Do not use a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi band for streaming. The 2.4 GHz spectrum is heavily congested, has higher latency, and cannot sustain the bandwidth needed for a smooth VR stream. Always use 5 GHz or 6 GHz (Wi-Fi 5 or Wi-Fi 6/6E).

Network setup

1

Connect your Mac to a 5 GHz or 6 GHz network

On your Mac, open System Settings → Wi-Fi and join a 5 GHz or 6 GHz network (Wi-Fi 5 / Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E). If your router broadcasts separate SSIDs for each band, pick the 5 GHz or 6 GHz one explicitly.
2

Connect your headset to the same network

Inside the headset, go to Settings → Wi-Fi and join the exact same network as your Mac. Both devices must be on the same local network.
3

Start streaming

Click Start Stream in MoltenVR, put your headset on, and open the ALVR app. Launch a game from the Games screen to begin playing.

Wi-Fi vs. USB

Wi-FiUSB
SetupNo extra tools neededRequires android-platform-tools + Developer Mode
LatencySlightly higherLowest possible
BandwidthVaries with environmentConsistent 100 Mbps
Freedom of movementCable-freeLimited by cable length
Wi-Fi is the easier option to get started with, while USB is preferable for competitive or fast-paced titles where every millisecond matters.

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