Microsoft and Meta Collaborate on Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition
In an interesting twist, Microsoft and Meta have joined forces to create a limited edition Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition. This comes amidst a heated competition in the gaming world, especially with the recent launches of the Nintendo Switch 2 and Sony’s PlayStation events drawing significant attention from gamers.
According to Xbox Wire, this headset isn’t just for Xbox users. As Microsoft continues to innovate, players will be able to stream games through the cloud, making gaming more accessible.
A representative from Microsoft mentioned that the partnership is really about delivering something special for fans.
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Meanwhile, there’s buzz that Sony is planning to lower PS5 prices, likely in response to rising costs of competing consoles from Nintendo and Xbox.
Limited edition headsets will be available while supplies last.
According to a spokesperson from Microsoft, the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition bundle provides users an alternative way to explore a range of games on a large 2D screen through Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) with a stylish new headset and an Xbox Game Pass Ultimate membership. This bundle is already available at select retailers in the U.S. and the U.K.
That said, these limited edition headsets might be hard to come by. A quick check at the MetaShop shows they are already sold out.
Lori Wright from Xbox mentioned that fans can find the headset at Best Buy in the U.S.
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While the Meta website has sold out, other retailers like Best Buy still have stock.
“Quantity is very limited, and once they’re gone, they’re gone,” Wright said in a press release.
Wright expressed pride in collaborating with Meta, emphasizing that this partnership was built with fans in mind. “I’m eager to experience everything the Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition has to offer,” he stated. He highlighted that whether you’re streaming Xbox titles or diving into VR entertainment, this is just the beginning of the potential that great teamwork and technology can create.
| Ticker | Security | Last | Change | Change % |
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| Meta | Meta Platforms Inc. | 733.63 | +7.54 | +1.04% |
| MSFT | Microsoft Corp. | 495.94 | -1.51 | -0.30% |
Microsoft is promoting an initiative called “This is Xbox,” emphasizing how the cloud allows fans to enjoy gaming across various devices, including laptops, phones, and the Meta Quest 3S.
This limited edition Xbox controller is available only in the Meta 3S Xbox Edition bundle.
“Our goal is to give players around the globe more ways to enjoy their favorite games,” a Microsoft spokesperson shared. “With the new Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition bundle, a 2D gaming experience via Xbox Cloud Gaming is now a reality.”
The Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition Bundle is priced at $399.99 and includes a custom 128GB Meta Quest 3 in colors like Carbon Black and Velocity Green.
