I owned the original Oculus Rift and upgraded to the Meta Quest 3. It was a big leap forward for me.
— TRACKING —
Gone are the days when you had to have fixed sensors in your room with a fixed play area. Now, you can bring this anywhere and play wirelessly, with or without a computer. Just the fact that I don't need sensors is a win. The tech packed into this can detect your surrounding environments quickly and easily. It even tracks your hands and you can navigate with just your hands using gestures similar to an iPad/iPhone.
— SCREEN —
The screen is a big improvement over previous generations, including Meta's Pro model. The colors are vibrant, the sharpness is perfect, and getting your head in the sweet spot is much easier. I advise using an app to measure your eye distance (like Eye Measure), and then you can adjust the lenses to suit your exact eye distance for optimum viewing comfort.
— STORAGE —
I got the 512GB because I was torn about their pricing model. I didn't want to underdo it so I spent the extra money so I had more space, even if I didn't know if I would need it. Frankly, 256GB would've been perfect for me personally at the moment.
— WIRELESS PLAY —
The games runs off the headset—if you buy games from the Meta Quest store. They do run more expensive and the sales are okay when they're there. If you have been buying VR games on Steam, you can run them wirelessly with SteamVR as long as your computer's graphics card is compatible. You can also physically connect a USB-C cable to a computer to play your games.
— GAMES —
Games feel like an elevated Nintendo 64 at the moment. The tech is there, we just need higher-quality textures and more AAA games when the masses start pouring in. Most games seem to have a stylized polygonal quality to them, and few games are going for a realistic look. Currently, I would say the quality of games is good enough for where the technology is at the moment in terms of the processing power that's in the headset at this price point.
One of the great things is Asgard's Wrath II is included free with purchase and this is one of those games that takes full advantage of this headset's capabilities. You also get a 6-month free trial of Quest+, which is two pre-selected curated games per month for as long as you're a member; you lose those games when you cancel, but if you subscribe again your library will be there.
— APPS —
Besides games, you can use different apps with this. I use Virtual Desktop to access my 3D movie files on my computer, plus other media I have. I can also access my SteamVR games this way as well. Then there are media consumption apps like Amazon and Netflix. Explore and you'll find useful things to install.
— MIXED REALITY —
This is part of the future of gaming, baby. Having a big play space at home combined with a mixed reality game is one of the most fun experiences to have. This is also similar tech in Apple's Vision Pro. There are a couple of free games included, and I can't wait to see what the future holds in this growing game category.
— BATTERY —
The battery lasts on average about two hours. For me, that's great because I generally get a little dizzy before that period so the headset will die before I get fully nauseous. VR dizziness is a real thing and I advise that if you start feeling some type of way, to stop sooner rather than later. I would build up your brain's tolerance to VR slowly. If you get dizzy, start timing how long it takes. Take a day off and try to add 10 minutes or so in the next session, until you can go longer.
If you are one of the lucky few who are not affected by dizziness, you can plug this into a wall while playing and it will charge while you play. In theory, you could play non-stop with the right cable and charger.
— SUMMARY —
If you haven't gotten into VR yet, try it out in the stores. If you like it, then definitely get the Meta Quest 3. If you're unsure, you could wait for a price drop hopefully around Christmas of 2024.
Meta Quest 3 512GB— Breakthrough Mixed Reality Headset — Powerful Performance
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Price: 499
Last update: 01-08-2025
About this item
Enjoy the ultimate way to experience everything you love. Now you can get Batman: Arkham Shadow and a 3-month trial of Meta Quest+ included** (a combined $70 value) when you buy any Meta Quest 3 512GB.* Batman: Arkham Shadow available to play 10/22.
Unlock new ways to work, play, relax and connect with mixed reality, where you can blend digital objects into your physical space. Turn anywhere into the ultimate personal theater, create a home gym in your living room or get immersed in out-of-this-world games.
With the most powerful Quest yet,* every experience looks sharper, plays faster and runs smoother. Enjoy life-like graphics, rich spatial audio and more storage for all your apps and games.
With 4K + Infinite Display*, feel like you’re actually exploring locations around the world or stepping into realistic games with a wider, taller, expansive field of view. *Two displays (2064x2208 resolution per eye) combined with Meta’s Infinite Display optical stack. See website for more information on Infinite Display.
Put on Quest to watch shows and movies play on a giant vibrant screen, anywhere you want — whether you’re at home or on a plane.
Play, train and explore for longer with premium comfort. The slim, wireless design distributes weight evenly for a lighter feel.
Navigate your way. Use your hands to swipe through content and type on a virtual keyboard. Pick up Touch Plus Controllers for fine-tuned precision and realistic sensations.
Chores just got a lot more fun. Enjoy freedom to move around your house as you pull up your favorite apps to watch YouTube while you fold laundry, or arrange windows around you for the perfect workspace.
Feel safe to share the fun. Manage parental controls, check your child’s daily usage, add multiple users, share content and set permissions for everyone in the family. See child safety guidance online; Accounts for 10+
Unlock new ways to work, play, relax and connect with mixed reality, where you can blend digital objects into your physical space. Turn anywhere into the ultimate personal theater, create a home gym in your living room or get immersed in out-of-this-world games.
With the most powerful Quest yet,* every experience looks sharper, plays faster and runs smoother. Enjoy life-like graphics, rich spatial audio and more storage for all your apps and games.
With 4K + Infinite Display*, feel like you’re actually exploring locations around the world or stepping into realistic games with a wider, taller, expansive field of view. *Two displays (2064x2208 resolution per eye) combined with Meta’s Infinite Display optical stack. See website for more information on Infinite Display.
Put on Quest to watch shows and movies play on a giant vibrant screen, anywhere you want — whether you’re at home or on a plane.
Play, train and explore for longer with premium comfort. The slim, wireless design distributes weight evenly for a lighter feel.
Navigate your way. Use your hands to swipe through content and type on a virtual keyboard. Pick up Touch Plus Controllers for fine-tuned precision and realistic sensations.
Chores just got a lot more fun. Enjoy freedom to move around your house as you pull up your favorite apps to watch YouTube while you fold laundry, or arrange windows around you for the perfect workspace.
Feel safe to share the fun. Manage parental controls, check your child’s daily usage, add multiple users, share content and set permissions for everyone in the family. See child safety guidance online; Accounts for 10+
Product information
| ASIN | B0CD1JTBSC |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 10, 2023 |
| Customer Reviews |
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9,607 ratings
4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #176 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #3 in Standalone Virtual Reality Headsets |
| Product Dimensions | 4.72 x 4.72 x 4.72 inches; 14.11 ounces |
| Type of item | Electronics |
| Item model number | 899-00585-01 |
| Item Weight | 14.1 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Meta |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Date First Available | September 26, 2023 |
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