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You can now watch shows like The Office and Saturday Night Live on the go in VR with the launch of Peacock for Meta Quest headsets.

This is the first time the major streaming service is available on VR headsets (minus some unofficial workarounds) and it brings with it a number of popular films and television shows, such as the ones listed above, as well as Parks and Recreation, That ‘70s Show, and Yellowstone just to name a few.

There’s also live news and sports, from Big Ten Football and Major League Baseball to Premier League soccer and WWE wrestling.

Credit: Meta, NBCU

A multi-screen setup allows you to enjoy the aforementioned content while simultaneously browsing the web. Of course, you can always expand one screen to create your own private cinema experience.

“Launching Peacock on Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro meaningfully expands the existing partnership between Meta and NBCUniversal, and offers users more opportunities to experience Peacock’s robust content offering in an immersive VR and streaming experience,” said Annie Luo, EVP, head of global partnerships & strategic development, in an official release. “Whether it be a VR experience with The Office or an iconic film franchise, a live sporting event, or the next breakout Peacock original, there’s something for everyone.”

“We’re excited to bring the Peacock App to Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro,” added Jarred Kennedy VP, immersive apps and experiences at Meta. “With Meta Quest 2 and Pro, you can turn any room into your own virtual entertainment theater, and now users have access to an even larger collection of fan-favorite movies, TV, and sports.”

The Peacock VR app is available now on Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro headsets in the US and certain US territories. While the app itself is free to download, you will need to be a paid subscriber in order to access the content. Thankfully, the company is offering a free three-month subscription to anyone who’s registered a Meta Quest headset on or before April 11th, 2023.

Those eligible should receive an email containing a special promo code and redemption link. Simply click on the link and follow the instructions provided to create or sign in to a Peacock account and redeem the offer. You will be required to enter your credit card information as the membership will automatically renew after the promotion expires, so be sure to cancel in a couple of months if you don’t wish to continue with the service.

Meta also teased upcoming exciting partnerships that will see a number of original NBCUniversal content coming to the Meta Avatar Store and Horizon Worlds, Meta’s social VR metaverse. This includes Halloween Horror Nights, Universal Monsters, and The Office.

For more information check out Meta’s official blog post.

Feature Image Credit: Meta, NBC Universal

These high-flying women are literally out of this world.

In honor of International Women’s Day, the Emmy Award-Winning Felix & Paul Studios has released Women In Spaceflight, a new VR film celebrating the many accomplishments of female spacefarers. Available now on Quest headsets, the six-minute 360-degree special feature pays homage to the late great Jerrie Cobb, an American aviator who paved the way for female astronauts.

The official description states: “Discover the awe-inspiring achievements of female astronauts throughout history. Learn all about the trailblazing women, who have defied the odds and dared to explore the outer limits of our world. An inspiring journey that pays homage to pioneer Jerry Cobb and all the women who changed spaceflight forever and are paving the way for the next steps in space exploration.”

Credit: Felix & Paul Studios

“We wanted to celebrate the pioneering spirit and groundbreaking achievements of women in space flight, from Jerry Cobb to those currently paving the way for deep space exploration such as Jessica Meir and Christina Koch,” said Katarina Soukup, Vice-President Production at Felix & Paul Studios, in an official release. “‘Women in Spaceflight’ is an inspiring journey that honors their contributions and highlights the importance of gender diversity in the field of space exploration.”

Women In Spaceflight is a part of Felix & Paul Studios’ award-winning Space Explorers series, which offers viewers an inside look into the lives and work of astronauts living aboard the International Space Station. Other notable works include Traveling While Black, a VR documentary highlighting the history of restriction of movement for black Americans, and Strangers with Patrick Watson, an intimate performance from the Montreal-based singer-songwriter.

Women In Spaceflight is available to watch now on Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets for free via the Meta Quest TV app. You can check out Felix & Paul Studios’ other VR projects over at felixandpaul.com.

For more information on Women in Spaceflight visit here.

Feature Image Credit: Felix & Paul Studios

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