Cyber Monday Meta Quest deals are returning in early December this year, and we're excited for the kinds of headset and accessory offers they could bring. The Quest 3S lanching means that a new bundle is available for any Meta Quest headset purchase that's made at the moment, but with some price reshuffled happening as a result of the launch, we're curious about what that means for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
The best VR headset race is seriously heating up, and the Meta Quest 3 may not stay the frontrunner it has been for the last year. Moreover, if a newly affordable version of the same headset is coming soon, first-time buyers will surely be more attracted to that device. Let's just hope that if it does arrive before Cyber Monday, we'll still get some discounts on the existing Quest 3 to celebrate its first year on the shelves.
For now, we're rounding up all our expectations for Cyber Monday Meta Quest deals down below, including some broad pointers about the new headsets that are worth considering. If you want to know when the deals will start appearing, or where they can most often be found, we've got the answers for you. Similarly, if you want some examples of what was on offer last year, check out the list of deals we saved from our last Cyber Monday coverage.
FAQ
Where will Cyber Monday Meta Quest deals be available?
You'll find all the retailers we're looking at for this year's Cyber Monday Meta Quest 2 deals just below, as well as the offers you can expect to see.
USA
Amazon: carries official bundle packs with some discounts spotted
Best Buy: offers higher value accessory bundles
B&H Photo: may be offering rare price drops
Newegg: save on renewed or older Oculus models
Meta: likely the first place to offer official price drops
Target: devices available with same day in-store pickup
Walmart: Plus members get early access to bundles
UK
Amazon: bundles regularly available and could see discounts
Argos: well known for previous discounts on Go headsets
Currys: regularly offers additional subscriptions and accessories
John Lewis: two year guarantee included
Very: regular stock and often price matches during sales
When will Cyber Monday Meta Quest deals begin?
Cyber Monday Meta Quest deals will officially start on Monday, December 2, 2024. This is later than Cyber Monday typically falls, but keep in mind that Black Friday deals appear earlier and earlier every year, and although Cyber Monday will officially begin on December 2, true deal hunters should be checking out Black Friday offers to see if they can bag a deal early.
What to expect from Cyber Monday Meta Quest deals in 2024
The Meta Quest 3 is proving a very popular VR headset this year, but if the constant rumors are to be believed, it'll be joined by a more affordable Quest 3S at some point soon. The Quest 3 only launched in October of 2023, meaning Cyber Monday deals were pretty much resigned to the launch bundle that included Asgard's Wrath 2 for both models, as well as six months' worth of Meta Quest+ for the larger 512GB SKU. Would could become of this year's deals, though?
The Quest 3S has now been confirmed after months of rumors and speculation, and it's coming to replace the Quest 2, as well as the Quest Pro and the Quest 3 128GB model. We expected the former to finally be retired since its stock levels have been dwindling of late, but to see the base model of the Quest 3 be discontinued is sad indeed. Still, the accessible price of the Quest 3S makes it an appealing device for even more people.
The Quest 3S and Meta Quest 3 512GB are now up for grabs with the addition of Batman Arkham Shadow at no extra cost. If you're interested in the flagship Quest 3, the 512GB model has seen a price reduction to $499. This is certainly cheaper than the $600+ price is was sporting before, so Black Friday and Cyber Monday could be a great time to buy one if that price holds.
Of course, it's unlikely that the Quest 3S will see a price change so soon after its launch, but there is always the competition to think about if you aren't fully sold on a Meta Quest device.
PSVR 2 is now fully PC compatible, which presents a serious bit of competition for any potential VR gamer who wants to use their gaming PC to play. PSVR 2 has a better display thanks to its OLED tech, and it's cheaper than the largest Quest 3 SKU.
There's also now the Pico 4 Ultra, a standalone headset that boasts better specs than the Quest 3, and again, a more affordable price tag. That headset is only available in the UK though, which doesn't leave many options for the largest market.
Luckily, HTC Vive has re-entered the race, and the HTC Vive Focus Vision is a new standalone device that's been heavily geared toward VR gaming on a PC. Touting DisplayPort for visually lossless gaming that's free of USB-C compression, this is a headset that could arguably take Meta's Quest devices for a serious ride. That is, for the enthusiast market. Its price of $999.99 / £999.99 isn't for everyone, but the high-end VR gamers will view it more as an option.
So there's plenty of Meta Quest competition if the deals don't go our way. Accessories, however, are a staple of any sales event like Cyber Monday, and we reckon the best value will be had here. A new head strap can add comfort, a charging station can display your headset neatly, and different facial interfaces could make your device more comfortable to wear.
The best Meta Quest accessories are worth looking at for existing owners since they can give you decent quality-of-life upgrades for cheaper than usual during Cyber Monday.
Last year's best deals in the US
Last year's best deals in the UK
We're also rounding up the best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deals and Cyber Monday gaming PC deals if you've already got a headset that requires a tethered connection. Or, check out this year's Cyber Monday laptop deals if you're looking for something with a little less RGB.
