Starfield, the upcoming game from Bethesda, will be available on the new Meta Quest 3 VR headset, which offers significant upgrades such as improved graphics and compatibility with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Although no official VR announcement has been made, there are hints of a possible VR update in the end user license agreement, and some users have found a way to play Starfield in VR using third-party software.
Starfield, the highly anticipated game from Bethesda, will be coming to the new Meta Quest 3 VR headset. The Quest 3 is the follow-up to the popular Oculus Quest 2, known for its affordability and wide adoption. The Quest 3 offers significant upgrades, including doubled GPU performance, 30% higher resolution, and pancake lenses, making it smaller overall. It also features two color cameras and a depth sensor for full-color pass-through, allowing for a mixed reality experience.
One of the exciting features of the Quest 3 is its compatibility with Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, which includes access to Starfield. However, it is important to note that the base subscription of Game Pass does not include Starfield; you would need to upgrade to the Ultimate subscription. Cloud gaming is a must for Starfield, as it allows for playing the game without taking up internal storage. This convenience allows players to enjoy the game anywhere in their homes.
While no official VR announcement has been made by Bethesda regarding Starfield, there is a small hint in the end user license agreement suggesting a possible VR update. In the meantime, some users have been using software called Vortex to play Starfield in VR, although it is not a fully polished experience and lacks motion control tracking. It is expected that Bethesda will release a standalone VR version of Starfield in the future, similar to what they did with Skyrim and Fallout 4.
For now, those who are interested in playing Starfield in VR can follow a setup process outlined in a video by Voodoo de, using the Vortex software. However, it is important to note that this approach may come with risks and is not a fully optimized experience. Overall, the Meta Quest 3 offers exciting possibilities for immersive gaming, and the arrival of Starfield is highly anticipated by fans.