Experience Virtual Reality Affordably with the Meta Quest 3S Bundle
Meta has significantly broadened access to virtual reality (VR) by providing competitively priced headsets, making immersive experiences available to a larger audience. Currently, the 256GB Meta Quest 3S Batman: Arkham Shadow Bundle is available for just $349 (down from $399.99), the most affordable it has ever been, according to reliable price tracking sources. This enticing bundle includes the acclaimed Batman game, typically priced at $49.99, along with a complimentary three-month trial of the Meta Quest+ service, which generally costs $7.99 monthly. This package is merely $50 more than the 128GB model while offering double the storage capacity.
While it’s true that the Meta Quest 3 boasts superior graphics, it comes at a considerably higher price point, currently retailing at $499.99. In a comparative review by DailyHackly writer Stephen Johnson, the Meta Quest 3S emerged as the preferred option. A detailed analysis of the Quest 3S can be found here. The difference in performance and visuals is not significant enough to warrant the extra cost, as the Quest 3S offers graphics that are incredibly close to those of the Quest 3 and is compatible with the same library of games and applications.
The Meta Quest 3S is powered by a Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, features 8GB of RAM, and provides a display resolution of 1,832 by 1,920 per eye, with a refresh rate of 120Hz. Users can expect a horizontal field of view of 96 degrees and a vertical view of 90 degrees. The audio experience is enhanced with stereo sound and is compatible with 3D spatial audio. Battery performance delivers approximately two and a half hours of use per charge, requiring about two hours for a full recharge.
The affordability of the Meta Quest 3S creates an inviting entry point into the world of virtual reality, especially when compared to other headsets on the market, such as the Apple Vision Pro, which retails for a staggering $3,499. The bundled offer further enhances the appeal, making it hard to resist.
