Meta Quest 3S crashes to lowest price ever for Prime Day — and Amazon is throwing in one of the best VR games of all time

The Meta Quest 3S already offered one of the most affordable ways to step into the immersive world of virtual reality. We said as much in our review, where we labeled it “the best VR headset for the money.” So what happens when you cross an already affordable VR headset with Amazon’s October Prime Day? You get a pretty darn epic gaming deal, that’s what.

For a limited time (no, really, this deal ends in less than 24 hours), the Meta Quest 3S is on sale at Amazon. There are two bundles to choose from: you can either score the Meta Quest S3 128GB for $249 (down from $299), or the Meta Quest 3S 256GB for $329 (was $399). The 128GB model includes the Gorilla Tag DLC for free-to-play action-adventure title Cardboard Hero, while the 256GB model packs in the essential Batman: Arkham Shadow.

Meta Quest 3S + Cardboard Hero Gorilla Tag (128GB): was $299 now $249 at Amazon

The Meta Quest 3S was already one of the most affordable VR headsets around, and thanks to Prime Day, it's dropped to its lowest price. This bundle packs a 128GB model headset and the Gorilla Tag DLC pack for Cardboard Hero. This is the perfect pick if you want a Quest S3 at the lowest price around. Though, I would personally recommend the below Batman bundle more.

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Meta Quest 3S + Batman: Arkham Shadow (256GB): was $399 now $329 at Amazon

The Meta Quest 3S is Meta's latest entry-level headset, and it's been discounted to $329 for Amazon's latest Prime Day event. This bundle includes a copy of exclusive superhero romp Batman: Arkham Shadow, which is among the best games playable on the Quest platform. If that wasn't enough, you'll get a 3-month trial of Meta Horizon+, offering you access to 30 games.

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The Quest 3S is a streamlined version of the flagship Meta Quest 3. It retains the same internal components found in its more expensive sibling, but also keeps the Quest 2’s Fresnel lenses, with a smaller field of view and a lower resolution per eye. It’s also a little bulkier and heavier. The battery life is also a sore spot; in our testing, it lasted for around 2.5 hours. Which isn't the best.

While some sacrifices have been made in the name of affordability, the Quest 3S is still among the best VR headsets you can buy in 2025. “The Meta Quest 3S contains many of the Quest 3’s signature features, including color passthrough, speedy performance, a compact design, and a robust app library. Though it’s not as comfortable to wear and its battery life isn't the best, its low starting price makes it an enticing product for those curious about VR,” said Tom’s Guide’s reviewer, Tony Polanco.

I swapped my PSVR 2 for a Meta Quest 3 last year, and the main reason was because of the Quest’s phenomenal library of exclusives (and cause I’m a sucker for wireless gaming tech). The hits include Asgard’s Wrath 2, Assassin’s Creed Nexus VR, and, of course, Batman: Arkham Shadow.

This Bat-tastic experience isn’t a gimmicky VR novelty (ala 2016’s tech demo-style Batman Arkham VR); instead, it's a full-fat Arkham experience playable entirely in virtual reality. If you’ve ever wanted to become the Bat, then this meaty VR game will let you live out that childhood dream. The cheaper 128GB model may appeal, but I recommend the 256GB bundle just for Arkham Shadow alone. It’s among the best VR games ever made.

The Quest 3 exclusives haven’t dried up either. Next month will see the launch of Deadpool VR, which will let you become the (in)famous Merc with a Mouth in a VR game only playable on Meta Quest 3 and 3S. So, pick up this discounted Quest 3S now ahead of its upcoming launch on November 18.

Amazon’s October Prime Day is entering its final day, but there’s still time to grab this Quest S3 discount. And it’s just the tip of the money-saving iceberg. Check out our guide to the best Nintendo Switch 2 Prime Day deals for even more gaming sales, or our full roundup of the very best Prime Day deals.