If you happen to be the proud owner of a Meta Quest 3, there’s a pleasant surprise awaiting you in the Meta Quest smartphone app. It appears you may be eligible for a six-month free trial of Meta Quest Plus, a bonus that until recently seemed restricted to certain circumstances.
A Pleasant Surprise for Quest 3 Owners
This generous promotion was initially an exclusive offer, meant to entice buyers towards purchasing the 512GB model of the Meta Quest 3. However, recent reports from savvy members of the Reddit community suggest that even owners of the more modest 128GB version are finding themselves with access to this sweet deal.
What You Get With Meta Quest Plus
Meta Quest Plus offers a subscription service somewhat akin to Netflix, but for VR games. Subscribers receive two free VR titles every month, which can be played and enjoyed for the full duration of their subscription. These aren’t just any games — they are carefully curated experiences meant to bolster your virtual reality arsenal significantly. However, should you decide to cancel your subscription, these games will become inaccessible, but they’ll be waiting for you if you ever decide to renew.
Claiming Your Trial
To take advantage of this offer, here’s what you need to do:
- Open the Meta Quest app on your smartphone.
- Use the Search function to locate Meta Quest Plus.
- Navigate to the Quest Plus store page and look for the blue button that reads “Start your six-month trial.”
- Tap it and start enjoying your free games!
Eligibility Extends Beyond New Subscribers
What makes this trial even more enticing is that it’s not just for newcomers. The deal extends to current or previous subscribers. If you’ve sampled the one-month trial or are currently subscribed, the six additional months will simply tack onto your existing subscription term.
Regional Availability and Limitations
It should be noted that this offer’s availability spans across regions. Although, some users have reported only being able to access a one-month trial. While it’s not entirely clear, this discrepancy might have something to do with the specific hardware owned, as the offer may not extend to Meta Quest 2 or earlier Oculus devices.
Games Included in the Subscription
For those looking to inject some excitement into their VR library, Meta Quest Plus offers an attractive value proposition. The two free titles available at the time of this report are “NFL Pro Era” and “Angry Birds: Isle of Pigs” — both received favorable reviews with four and four-and-a-half-star ratings on the Quest Store, indicating quality gaming experiences.
The Bottom Line
With savings amounting to $47.94 / £47.94 compared to a monthly fee of $7.99 / £7.99, this six-month free trial represents significant value. While the element of surprise is part of the package — as you can’t choose the free games — the mystery is poised to deliver more hits than misses.
If you’re ready to expand your VR gaming experiences with no immediate cost, check your Meta Quest app today to see if you qualify for this trial. It could very well rival even the best Black Friday deals on offer this year. But remember – to continue having access to these titles, staying subscribed is key. Happy gaming!
