Valve's new Meta Quest rival completes the hybrid gaming vision the company began with the launch of the Steam Deck, even allowing you to sideload Android apps for added versatility. But how does it compare to the Quest 3?

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In his weekly column, Android Central Senior Content Producer Nick Sutrich delves into all things VR, from new hardware to new games, upcoming technologies, and so much more.

Last night, I lay in bed playing Lumines Arise til my arms started to ache from holding my Steam Deck in the air. This afternoon, I placed my Meta Quest 3 on my head and seamlessly continued my progress in the game, this time with an unparalleled sense of immersion that my Steam Deck could never hope to offer.