Xbox-Compatible VR Headset: The Ultimate Gaming Experience
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– Xbox and Meta have partnered to launch the limited-edition Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, designed to celebrate Xbox Cloud Gaming on Meta Quest.
– The bundle, priced at $399.99, includes a Quest 3D headset, matching controllers, an Xbox wireless controller, and a 3-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership.
– The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition will be sold via Xbox.com, Best Buy (U.S.), and Argos and EE (U.K.) in limited quantities.
– The collaboration builds on the existing capability of Quest headsets to play Xbox Game Pass games via the Xbox Cloud Gaming app, introduced in beta in late 2023.
– Microsoft has previously explored VR/mixed reality for Xbox, including a 2017 plan to bring mixed reality to the Xbox One X (originally Project Scorpio).
Gaming enthusiasts now have a new way to experience Xbox titles through virtual reality with the limited-edition Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition. This collaboration between Xbox and Meta marks a unique milestone, though it’s not quite the full VR integration some fans might have hoped for. Instead, the headset is designed to enhance Xbox Cloud Gaming, offering a fresh way to play without tying up the TV.
Priced at $399.99, the bundle includes the Quest 3S headset in Xbox-themed Carbon Black and Velocity Green, matching Touch Plus controllers, an Xbox wireless controller, and a three-month Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Available in limited quantities, it can be purchased through xbox.com, Best Buy in the U.S., and Argos and EE in the U.K.
While this partnership might seem unexpected, it builds on existing compatibility. For over a year, Meta Quest headsets have supported Xbox Cloud Gaming, allowing players to stream titles like Starfield, Forza Motorsport, and Hi-Fi Rush directly to the device’s virtual display. The new edition adds exclusive branding, giving dedicated fans a headset that feels distinctly Xbox.
Microsoft has dabbled in VR before, notably with plans for mixed reality on the Xbox One X (originally codenamed Project Scorpio) back in 2017. Though full VR support never materialized, this limited release suggests the company is still exploring ways to blend console and headset gaming. For now, the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition serves as a stylish gateway to cloud-based Xbox adventures.
(Source: Polygon)
