Here’s Every Quest 3 VR Game Getting A Graphics Upgrade
Which Quest 2 VR games are being upgraded for Quest 3? Here’s what you need to know.
As confirmed during Connect 2023, we learned that Quest 3 won’t launch with exclusive games but Meta is emphasizing a cross-generation transition between Quest 2 and Quest 3. It promised “100+ new and upgraded titles” across both headsets and over 50 of those are new games, while existing games will receive upgrades and mixed reality features.
MR updates will be available across Quest 2 and Quest Pro, but you’re probably curious to know more about the visual enhancements games are receiving on Quest 3. Beyond backwards compatibility improvements, anyway. That’s where our list is focused and we’re mainly looking at games currently available on Quest 2, ruling out big upcoming games like Assassin’s Creed Nexus or Stranger Things VR.
We’ll update this list as more Quest 3 comparison footage comes in. If you’re a developer or publisher and we’ve missed your game, please let us know. Otherwise, here’s a list of games receiving visual upgrades on Quest 3.
Espire 2
Espire 2 will receive mixed reality missions in a free update on October 10. Alongside these new missions, Digital Lode is adding updated visuals for Quest 3 players and you can see that in action above.
GOLF+
Currently available on Quest 2, GOLF+ CEO and founder Ryan Engle recently shared how the golfing sim compares on Quest 3. A short video showcased clear improvements on Meta’s upcoming headset with upgraded lighting, textures and shadows. The Quest 3 update drops on October 12.
Guardians Frontline
Released last March, Guardians Frontline is an FPS and RTS hybrid reminiscent of Halo and Starcraft from VirtualAge Games. On Quest 3, it’s receiving visual enhancements that brings it considerably closer to the PC VR edition.
Hubris
Previously praised as a visual powerhouse on PC VR, Hubris on Quest 3 adds significant improvements. Developer Cyborn states the screen resolution has been upgraded from “sometimes 980×1152 to 2064×2208 per eye” with increased texture quality, foliage density and increased level of detail.
Red Matter 2
Vertical Robot continues pushing the limits of each headset through Red Matter 2, and the Quest 3 edition is no exception. Promised changes include increased rendering resolution, frame rate adaptability and dynamic shadows, alongside “console quality” shadow filtering and 4K textures.
The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners
The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is receiving an enhanced edition on Quest 3 but we didn’t get a closer look until now. While a specific release date remains unknown, you can watch the direct comparison footage from Connect 2023 above.
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