Facebook unveils Oculus Quest: A $399 VR system for games

Oculus Quest.
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If you've been waiting to explore the world of virtual reality, now may be the time.

Facebook on Wednesday announced the Oculus Quest, a new $399 VR system shipping in 2019, per The Verge. Like the Oculus Go, the system is standalone, meaning you won't need to connect it to an expensive computer in order for it to work, as is necessary with the Oculus Rift.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.