If you didn’t get a chance to shop for your favorite gaming devices during Black Friday or Cyber Monday, you still have a chance to lock in serious savings on holiday gifts for gamers. Fans of virtual reality experiences will enjoy this Meta Quest 3S deal that’s chock-full of goodies that no gamer will want to miss. Amazon is currently offering a $30 digital credit when you buy the 256GB version of the headset and redeem the coupon code QUEST30. Need more options? Target is offering a $30 credit, too. In any case, you’ll also get Batman: Arkham Shadow and three months of Meta Quest Plus included with your purchase for a gift that keeps on giving.
Though this discount isn’t the same as Black Friday or Cyber Week, it’s still an excellent chance to score this VR headset without paying full price.
While the standard Meta Quest 3 is undoubtedly the better headset, the Quest 3S isn’t as far behind as you might think. The picture quality isn’t as good, but you can still enjoy all of the same games and experiences. At essentially $370, there’s frankly no competition when it comes to price. The 256GB capacity helps you multitask as you play or take part in Meta experiences.
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As well as the free credit, you’ll score Batman: Arkham Shadow and a three-month trial of Meta Quest Plus with its revolving catalog of games, so you’ll have plenty to play right away.
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Over at Amazon, you’ll receive a $30 digital credit to Amazon.com, which will be automatically applied to your account.
If you choose to purchase via Target, you can simply add it to your cart. Once you’ve made your purchase, you’ll receive a $30 digital gift card added directly to your Target account. This offer is good both online and in stores.
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This deal will only last until the end of the month and makes for a great piece of giftable tech, whether for yourself or someone else. Don’t miss out on it if you’re looking for your first foray into the world of VR headsets.
Will this item arrive in time for Christmas?
If you’re ordering this as a holiday gift, you probably want to know if it’s going to arrive on time. With Christmas and Hanukkah both taking place on Dec. 25 this year and Kwanzaa kicking off the day after, it’s important to note shipping deadlines for USPS, FedEx, UPS, Amazon and others.
Guaranteed shipping deadlines at some of these delivery companies arrived as soon as Dec. 16, with others offering expedited services that may allow you to order as late as Dec. 23 or even Dec. 24. Where delivery is no longer possible, be sure to assess your in-store pickup options or check out these great digital deals for the holidays.
The Meta Quest 3S will arrive before Christmas, according to both Amazon and Target. For Amazon shoppers, it’s best to order soon so the company can start preparing your order. Target shoppers have the option of delivering to a store or coordinating in-store pickup, which could speed up delivery.
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