CricketX VR is a bit different from most cricket games on Meta Quest. It isn’t really trying to be a TV-style match simulator. Instead, it’s built as a batting training tool, with bowlers you can set up ball by ball and a pile of stats after every session. Here’s what CricketX offers on Quest 3 and 3S, what it costs, how the optional Pro subscription works and who it suits.
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What is CricketX VR?
CricketX is made by Xrev Studio and has been on the Meta Horizon Store since July 2024. It’s still marked as Early Access, so it’s being built and updated as it goes.
The official website calls it a VR cricket training simulator for Meta Quest. You face AI bowlers, choose exactly what they bowl and then review shot data after each ball. The site also says it’s used by cricket academies, so it’s pitched at serious batters as well as fans.
On the store it has 4.1 stars from 28 ratings, which VRDB sums up as Positive.
CricketX features
The store listing breaks the game down into a few areas.
Control the delivery
You can set line, length, speed, swing, spin, bowling side, pitch pace and bounce. That means you can build a net session around one weakness, such as the ball that’s been getting you out on a Saturday. Or you can mix things up to test how well you read the bowler.
Train under pressure
Once you’re warmed up, there are target chases, a Faceoff mode, local pass-and-play multiplayer and curated challenges. The pricing page says the base game includes preset pace, medium and spin bowlers, Chase and Faceoff modes and local multiplayer on one headset.
Review, adapt, retest
This is where CricketX stands out. The listing promises replays from several angles, pitch maps, wagon wheels, trajectories, timing and contact data, plus dismissal breakdowns. It also mentions technique views showing head movement and where you were looking when the ball arrived.
For a club batter, that’s the interesting part. You don’t just hit balls, you get a picture of why some shots worked and others didn’t.
CricketX Pro: the optional subscription
The base game is a one-off purchase. On top of that, there’s an optional CricketX Pro subscription, sold through the developer’s website rather than the Meta Store. According to the CricketX pricing page, Pro adds:
- Analysis Mode, with a full post-match review.
- Special Deliveries, which are signature delivery types.
- Recreations of famous matches, such as India v Pakistan in 2022 and India v Sri Lanka in 2011.
- Early access to new premium features, a private Discord channel and priority support.
The site says the base game works as normal if you cancel Pro. The monthly and yearly prices weren’t shown in the page text I could read, so check the site before signing up.
CricketX VR price
VRDB currently tracks CricketX at £15.99 in the UK, or $19.99 in the US. The developer’s site lists the base game at $20 as a one-time purchase. Check the Meta Store listing for the current price before you buy.
That puts it below iB Cricket’s £22.99 and above budget newcomers like Irusu Cricket VR.
Bat support and smart bats
The store listing says Touch controllers work on their own, but for the most authentic feel you can mount one in a compatible real bat. The controller tracks your swing while the bat adds weight, balance and grip. The website also lists a bat mapping and calibration feature.
CricketX sells its own smart bats on its website. If you already have a handle, or want a simple one, the bat I recommend is the Meta Quest 3 and 3S VR Cricket Bat. I can’t confirm from the listing how it calibrates in CricketX specifically, so take your time lining up the in-game bat. My VR cricket bat guide covers setup.
Comfort, passthrough and space
CricketX is rated Comfortable and is played standing or roomscale. The store listing mentions that passthrough keeps your surroundings visible, which is a handy safety bonus when you’re swinging a bat indoors. VRDB also lists hand tracking as supported, alongside controllers.
You still need proper room to swing. My guide on space for VR cricket covers the minimum area, ceilings and small-room tips.
How CricketX compares with other VR cricket games
If you want matches, leagues and online opponents, iB Cricket is still the one to beat. My iB Cricket on Meta Quest 3 guide covers it.
RealBat Cricket VR also focuses on realistic ball physics and has nets with a voice-controlled bowling machine. Read my RealBat Cricket VR overview for the details.
CricketX’s angle is the data. If you want to know whether VR practice can help your real game, it’s worth reading what Kent County Cricket players said about VR cricket on Quest 3.
Who is CricketX for?
- Club and junior batters who want targeted practice in the winter.
- Coaches and academies looking at repeatable drills and data.
- Stat lovers who enjoy wagon wheels and pitch maps.
- Not ideal if you just want a quick T20 slog in a big stadium.
CricketX FAQ
Does CricketX need a PC?
No. The website says it runs standalone on Meta Quest 2, Quest 3, Quest 3S and Quest Pro.
Do I need CricketX Pro?
No. Pro is optional. The base game includes the bowlers, Chase and Faceoff modes and local multiplayer.
Is CricketX finished?
No. It’s still listed as Early Access on the Meta Store.
Final thoughts
CricketX is aimed at batters who want to practise with purpose rather than just smash sixes. The delivery controls and analysis tools are its big strengths, while the Pro subscription is worth weighing up carefully. For other games and guides, see my VR cricket hub. I’ll update you when CricketX leaves Early Access.
I’ve also written about Runmaka Cricket, a subscription batting net made in Somerset, and Cover Drive Cricket VR, which has a free version as well as a paid one.
Want to compare every option before you buy? My full list of VR cricket games on Quest 3 and 3S covers all the cricket games I could find on the Meta Store, with UK prices.