You’ll know of SteelSeries as a brand synonymous with top-tier gaming audio and esports culture. And once again they are raising the bar. Fresh off the success of their groundbreaking Arctis Nova line, SteelSeries are now launching the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets alongside the revolutionary Arctis App.
This isn’t just another headset release; it’s SteelSeries’ answer to next-gen console audio, promising a “cheat code” for Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch gamers alike.
As gaming continues its explosive growth, the demand for immersive audio has never been higher. SteelSeries aims to meet this demand head-on, delivering real-time audio control and unparalleled sound quality that promises to pull players deeper into their virtual worlds.
Unlocking Next-Gen Sound: The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Advantage
The new Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets are engineered from the ground up to redefine premium audio for console players.
For just $109.99 / £99.99, gamers get a powerhouse combination:
- Custom Nova Speaker Drivers – Specially designed powerful Neodymium Magnetic speaker drivers were customised in-house to provide the ultimate gaming audio, with rich bass and a unique custom design for maximum detail. Immerse in the soundscape, taking what’s already awesome to the next level with 360° Spatial Audio. (Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound and more)
- The Mobile Arctis App – A revolutionary mobile app that allows gamers to control their audio in real-time with over 200+ game-specific audio presets meticulously crafted and custom-tailored to each game by audio engineers, esports pros, and game developers. Gamers can change their audio presets on the fly in real-time and without leaving the game, providing a distinct competitive advantage. Hear what others don’t with precisely honed audio profiles for top games like Call of Duty, Fortnite, GTA, and more.
- Quick-Switch Wireless – Switch instantly between high-speed 2.4GHz gaming wireless for gaming and Bluetooth 5.3 for everything else with the onboard quick-switch button. Mobile connections remain on standby when gaming, so players will receive call notifications, plus separate EQ profiles let gamers save 2.4GHz gaming and BT on-the-go settings independently
- Cross-Platform Gaming – Game on any platform, easily swapping the small USB-C dongle between all systems, supporting Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC, Meta Quest, handhelds, as well as phones and tablets that support USB-C.
- 15-Minute Fast Charge = 9-Hour Play Time – Game all day. Optimised USB-C fast charge gives you up to 9 hours of use after just 15 minutes, which is up to 3x more than typical headsets. A standard single charge offers up to 30+ hours in 2.4G / 40+ hours in Bluetooth.
- ClearCast 2.X Microphone – The new Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series microphone with high bandwidth tech takes voice quality to the next level – 2X the bandwidth, 2X the comms with 32KHz/16bit audio.
- Lightweight | Durable | Comfortable Design – Tough, flexible design with dual-hinged arms for durability, plus removable ear cushions with breathable memory foam for total comfort. The 260g lightweight Nova 3 Wireless Series design features height-adjustable arms, plus a stretchy secondary fabric headband to distribute pressure evenly for all-day comfort. Available in black, white, aqua, and lavender.
Pricing and Availability
The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets are available now at SteelSeries.com and through select global retailers. The MSRP for the Arctis Nova 3P/3X Wireless is £99.99.
The invaluable Arctis App is a free download, available on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
SteelSeries continues to impress with its commitment to innovation in gaming audio. Just recently, we were singing the praises of their Arctis GameBuds for Xbox, noting how they “lead the way” in ease of use, brilliant sound, and multi-format opportunities.
The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headset and its accompanying app appear set to continue this trend, offering console gamers a truly optimised audio experience that could very well redefine their gameplay.
We’ll look to run review of the Xbox version as soon as we can.
