Investing in an immersive VR headset is a great way to level up your gaming experience. That said, headsets can cost hundreds of dollars, so taking the plunge can be daunting, especially if you're new to VR. Luckily, the Meta Quest 3S, one of our favorite VR headsets for beginners, is on sale now with this special bundle deal on Amazon.
The Quest 3S is Meta's most affordable VR headset. It has the same chipset and gaming performance as the pricier Quest 3, but its display isn't as sharp. This is an excellent fit for casual users who want a more budget-friendly entry into the world of VR. This is a great time to buy, as you'll get a free download of the Batman: Arkham Shadow game and three months of Meta Quest+ (combined $70 value).
- Same chipset and graphical power as the pricier Quest 3
- Lots of apps and games available to download
- Full-color passthrough for mixed reality
- Display isn't as sharp as the Quest 3's
- Headset has a narrower field of view than the Quest 3
- Strap might not fit well on some users
While the deal lasts, you can get the Meta Quest 3S headset, a free download of the "Batman: Arkham Shadow" game, and a three-month trial of Meta Quest+ (combined value of $70) for just $269. The headset is already comparatively low-priced to other Meta Quest models, so you won't want to miss out on this deal.
Our tech experts on the Reviews Team have extensively tested several Meta Quest models and other VR headsets, including the Meta Quest 3S. While the 3S is a great user-friendly budget option that's great for beginners, its crisp visuals, smooth performance, and immersive features are comparable to much more expensive models, making it a great choice for any gamer. In addition to gaming, you can also use the set to connect to social media, streaming, and fitness apps, so there's no shortage of uses for it.
Read our full Meta Quest 3S review to learn more about our testing process.
With nearly 4,000 five-star reviews, Amazon shoppers clearly love this bundle as much as we do. "Wow! I am overwhelmed with what I can do with this. The visuals are crisp, control is responsive, and it's easy to use and link to all of your accounts. The first friend that came over and tried it had ordered one for pickup before he left my house," said one reviewer. "I'm loving this tech. It feels sturdy and works very well. This item is worth every penny so far."
Many shoppers even said the Quest 3S was better than other models they'd tried. "This is what the Quest 2 was building up to be! They've improved almost every feature that came with this headset. The hand tracking on this headset is phenomenal, I'm able to move my hands freely and able to do tons of movements without it losing tracking once," said another reviewer. "Genuinely have never been more immersed. The resolution on this headset is amazing too…I would recommend this headset to any video game lover even if they have never tried VR."
With the current discount on Amazon, you can get the Meta Quest 3S, "Batman: Arkham Shadow," and a three-month trial of Meta Quest+ for just $269. Add the bundle to your cart now while the deal lasts.
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