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The best gifts are those that are given over and over again. So today, if you are looking for a Father’s Day gift that will bring many memorable experiences to dear old dad for years to come, you should check out Facebook’s newest all-in-one VR headset, the Oculus Quest 2 incredible device with which You (and your father) go on a world-class adventure, travel to exotic locations, do a few laps in the boxing ring or tee off on an 18-hole golf course before relaxing with a relaxing meditation session, all from the comfort of your home.
Our friends on Facebook and Oculus were kind enough to send us a free Quest 2 headset and access to a ton of different VR experiences so we could try them out and give you the best suggestions. The good news is that for any experience you choose and whatever your dad is interested in, there is likely to be a VR title for it. The better news is that the overwhelming majority of them are cheaper than a standard AAA video game title and are instant download to your Oculus Quest 2 rig.
Here are some of the best bang-for-buck (and dad) things to do this Father’s Day:
- exercise: Conquer heights in urban and natural environments with The rise 2 , an incredible and realistic climbing experience that is a thrill from the safety of your own home (even if you are a little shy about the height). If you or your dad are more into musical workouts, then you should give it a try Supernatural and the VR breakout hit Defeat sabers to get your body moving. And for that classic fitness feeling, you should definitely attend a group fitness course with top trainers FitXR.
- Games & Sports: While the US Open is playing today, you and your dad can show off your own bat swing skills in VR with show Top golf Here you can try four different and unique pro putt putting courses. If mini golf is more of your speed, check out the highly rated multiplayer game Walkabout mini golf with 5 unique 18-hole courses and an even more challenging night mode. But if classic puzzle games are more your thing, you definitely have to check out the VR version of the cult title Mystso that you can visit the mysterious island in a whole new way.
- travel: What better way to travel from home this year than with the Oculus Quest 2. VR lets you experience life on board the International space station, Hike to the Great Pyramids of Egypt, the Taj Mahal or the London Bridge. Or, have the true (and educational) National Geographic experience with yours Discover VR Title and takes you on an expedition to Antarctica and Machu Picchu.
- Relax & unwind: Maybe you are exhausted after all the VR, so take some time to clear your head with the meditation app TRIPP, or relax with a walk through nature Nature walks.
If none of these seem to suit you or fit into your Father’s Day plans, be sure to find more Quest Experiences here. Happy Father’s Day!
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