Oculus Quest 2 Black Friday 2023: What deals to expect this November | The Sun

15/11/2023

WHEN it comes to virtual reality (or VR), the Oculus Quest 2 is one gadget that's ahead of the pack.

If you are in the market for one, read on to find out how to score the best Oculus Quest 2 Black Friday deals this year.

Meta Quest 2 at Amazon – shop here
Meta Quest 2 at Argos – shop here

Of course, it's an item that lots of shoppers will be after, either as a technology treat or a Christmas gift for a loved one.

So you should plan for your purchase ahead of time and be sure to shop around to snap up the best savings.

Read on for our tips for making the most of the Oculus Quest 2 Black Friday deals this November.

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Best live Oculus Quest deals

While Black Friday doesn't officially launch until next Friday, you can still get your hands on the Oculus Quest at a reduced price as some retailers have created a wave of early Black Friday deals.

We'll keep a close eye out for the best Oculus Quest Black Friday deals, so make sure to check back regularly to see if you spot a deal you want to make use of.

Meta Quest 2, £249 (was £399.99) from Amazon – buy here
Meta Quest 2, 128GB with Meta Link Cable (5 meters), Streamer Bundle, £309 (was £489.98) – buy from Amazon

When is Black Friday 2023?

Black Friday always follows Thanksgiving celebrations in the US.

This year the date falls on Friday, November 24, meaning Black Friday is just a week away.

While the biggest and the best deals will be available throughout Black Friday, many offers carry on through the weekend until Cyber Monday.

Making Black Friday the perfect time to get ready for Christmas and bag some savings on gifts.

When does Black Friday end?

Black Friday 2023 will end at midnight on the 25th, so the deals will begin and end on the 24th of November.

However, if you can't make the most of the Black Friday sales, Cyber Monday always follows, and there will be another wave of discounts rolled out.

It's also possible that they will keep some of the same deals active until the end of Cyber Monday. However, you shouldn't bet on it, so if you see something you want on the 24th for less, you should definitely grab it.

Will the Oculus Quest 2 be discounted during Black Friday this year?

Yes, we'd definitely expect to see big discounts on Oculus Quest 2 during the Black Friday sale this November.

Major tech retailers will be competing to offer the best deals, so make sure you shop around and compare prices.

We'll bring you all the latest deal updates here, so keep checking back for information.

Meta Quest 2 at Amazon – shop here
Meta Quest 2 at Argos – shop here

What to expect from the Oculus Quest 2 Black Friday sale 2023?

The Oculus Quest 2 is an incredible next-generation VR headset with a faster processor, high-resolution display, added comfort and more intuitive use, and built-in speakers with cinematic 3D positional audio.

It's also compatible with all your favourite Oculus games – as well as with the new titles – and is available with 128GB or 256GB of storage.

Last year a number of UK retailers slashed prices or offered bundle deals, with savings of up to 40% off.

We expect to see the VR set featured in Black Friday discounts as it will be on a lot of wishlists this November.

Make sure you're ready to jump in as soon as those Black Friday deals appear, as they'll likely be snapped up fast.

Where to buy the Oculus Quest 2

You should also shop around other retailers for Black Friday offers to ensure that you're getting the best deals. As they're all competing with each other, you're likely to find some going for cheap after a short search.

A few places we recommend starting are:

UK retailers

Amazon
Argos
Currys PC World
Game
John Lewis
Scan
Selfridges
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What was in the Oculus Quest 2 sale last year?

There were great deals in the Black Friday sale last year on Oculus headsets, games and accessories. They included:

Meta Oculus Quest 2 VR Gaming Headset, 128GB, £399 (free Beat Saber game) – buy from Currys
Meta Quest 2 VR Gaming Headset, 256 GB, £499 (free Beat Saber game) – buy from Currys
Meta Quest 2 VR Gaming Headset & Carrying Case Bundle, 128GB, £458 (free Beat Saber game) – buy from Currys
Meta Quest 2 VR Gaming Headset & Elite Strap Bundle, 256 GB, £617 (free Beat Saber game) – buy from Currys
Meta Quest 2, 128GB with Meta Link Cable (5 meters), Streamer Bundle, £488 – buy from Amazon
Meta Quest 2, 128GB Resident Evil 4 Bundle, £349 (save £50.99) – buy from Amazon
Dazed Oculus Quest 2 Charge Dock V2, £39.99 (save £14.16) – buy from Amazon
VR Cover Elite Head Strap Foam Pad for Meta/Oculus Quest 2, £13.30 (save £5.70) – buy from Amazon

When is Cyber Monday 2023 and will the Oculus Quest 2 be on sale?

You will find deals and savings throughout the weekend of the Black Friday.

The online-focused sales conclude on the following Monday, known as Cyber Monday.

This year it falls on Monday, November 27.

Retailers often make exclusive digital offers or add final discounts on Cyber Monday, so it's definitely worth checking out before the price cuts end.

That definitely applies to Oculus Quest 2: there may be new offers on Cyber Monday.

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Do you need a PC for Oculus Quest 2?

Having a PC isn't crucial if you want to use the Oculus Quest 2 — it is designed as a standalone headset that can operate with nothing but its processing chip.

However, connecting the Oculus to a PC opens you up to a wealth of further content, including an impressive selection of PC titles that are exclusive to Oculus, such as Lone Echo.

How to cast Oculus Quest 2 to the TV

The easiest way to cast the Quest 2 to the TV is from the headset itself:

Turn your TV and headset on.
From the main control panel, hit the "share" button.
Click "Cast" on the far side of the menu.
Select the device you want to cast to.

You can also cast to the TV from your phone:

Open the Oculus app and tap "cast", which is in the corner of your screen.
Allow your phone to search for devices.
Tap the name of the device you want to cast to, and click "start".

Is Oculus Quest 2 compatible with a PS4?

So they can encourage customers to buy its official VR headset, Sony has not made the Playstation 4 or 5 compatible with the Oculus Quest 2.

For those of you wanting to use a VR headset with the Playstation, your best option is to buy Sony's official Playstation VR.

Are Oculus Quest games affordable?

Yes! In comparison to the prices of modern console games, like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox, Oculus games come out on top for savings.

With PS5 and Xbox games often coming close to over £60 (especially for new releases), Oculus are fairly reasonably priced, ranging from as little as £10.99 to £29.99.

Meta Quest 2 at Amazon – shop here
Meta Quest 2 at Argos – shop here

How much is Oculus Quest 2?

Oculus Quest 2 – or Meta Quest 2, as it's now known – usually costs £299.99 for the 128GB model and £349.99 for the 256GB model.

You can compare that with the various Black Friday discounts and offers – including the bundles, which give you extras alongside the actual headset.

Is the Oculus Quest 2 worth buying?

The Oculus Quest 2 is by far the most popular VR headset on the market.

And that's for a reason: if you really want to explore VR and the great games that come with it, it's the best currently available.

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