There isn’t a single universal remote for Odyssey; the startup method depends on which Odyssey you mean. For Samsung Odyssey (Windows Mixed Reality), power on the headset and use a compatible input device to navigate. For Assassin’s Creed Odyssey or other Odyssey titles, you generally start with a game controller or keyboard/mouse, or via a living-room interface like Steam Big Picture if you’re using a TV or streaming setup.
The question often comes up among users who want a simple, single-button way to boot Odyssey content from a distance or with minimal input. This guide covers how to initiate Odyssey content on the main platforms and how to use remote-like inputs when a dedicated remote isn’t available.
Starting Samsung Odyssey (Windows Mixed Reality) with a remote-like input
To begin Odyssey content in Windows Mixed Reality using input devices that resemble a remote, follow these steps. The Samsung Odyssey headset does not include an official separate remote, so you’ll typically rely on the headset’s own controls and a paired input device.
- Check your PC requirements and connections. Make sure Windows Mixed Reality Portal is installed and your headset is properly connected via USB and the display cable. Update graphics drivers if needed.
- Power on the headset. Press and hold the power button on the headset until you see the LED indicator light up.
- Put on the headset and confirm that Windows Mixed Reality Portal launches. If it doesn’t start automatically, open the Windows MR Portal from your PC’s Start menu.
- Choose your input method. The Odyssey works with motion controllers by default, but you can also pair a Bluetooth input device (for example, an Xbox controller or a Bluetooth keyboard) to navigate the MR home and launch apps.
- Navigate to the desired app or game tile and select it to launch. If you’re using SteamVR content, open SteamVR first, then start the game from Steam.
- If you encounter pairing or recognition issues, reboot the PC, reinsert or reseat the headset cables, or rerun the Windows MR setup wizard.
With a compatible input device, you can start Odyssey content from the Windows Mixed Reality home without a dedicated remote.
Starting Odyssey games (such as Assassin’s Creed Odyssey) with a remote or controller
Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and similar Odyssey-branded games are typically launched with a game controller or keyboard/mouse. On consoles, you use the console’s controller to start the game. On PC, you generally launch the game from the platform’s library, and you can use a controller to navigate rather than a keyboard and mouse. Steam Big Picture mode provides a living-room-friendly interface for controller-based startups.
- Decide your platform. Use Steam on PC, Ubisoft Connect/Uplay, or the Epic Games Store, or play on a console.
- Connect a compatible game controller. Pair an Xbox, PlayStation, or other supported controller via USB or Bluetooth, depending on your operating system.
- Launch the Odyssey title from your library. If you’re on PC, enabling Steam Big Picture mode can make navigation easier with a controller.
- Configure in-game controls as needed after the first run so the controller input matches your preferences.
In practice, a gamepad or a keyboard/mouse setup serves as the “remote” for Odyssey-branded games. Steam Big Picture or console-style navigation often makes startup smoother in living-room environments.
Summary
Odyssey can refer to multiple products, so the startup method varies. For Samsung Odyssey (Windows Mixed Reality), there is no official remote; power on the headset and use motion controllers or a paired input device (keyboard, Xbox controller, etc.) to navigate the Windows Mixed Reality home and launch apps. For Assassin’s Creed Odyssey and other Odyssey titles, a game controller or keyboard/mouse is the typical input method, with Steam Big Picture offering a remote-friendly interface for living-room setups. Always ensure your hardware and drivers are up to date, and choose the input method that best fits your platform.