For the moment, both Meta Quest 2 models are still available for their original MSRPs: $299 for 128GB and $399 for 256GB. But starting August 1, 2022, both versions will be getting a $100 price bump, bringing the new baseline MSRP for each up to $399 and $499, respectively. Additionally, Meta will be increasing the prices of refurbished models and headset accessories. Oh, but it will include a free copy of “Beat Saber,” a game that came out in 2018 that currently retails for $29.99, with each purchase! The perk will only be available for a limited time; after December 31, 2022, it will stop being a pack-in freebie.
The general response to the news has been a bit mixed, with some users expressing understanding and others consternation. There are arguments that point out that paying $399 for a starter VR headset is still a more affordable foot-in-the-door for newcomers. Fence sitters are expressing disinterest due to the added $100. Some even think this could be an attempt to clear out current stock before the announcement of an all-new model. There’s no way to know for sure how this new pricing strategy will pan out until it goes into effect, but it does conflict somewhat with the stated goal of being an affordable entry-level VR option.
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