SteelSeries and gaming headsets. Name a better duo. The design team over at the Big double S continues to make moves, and the latest comes in the form of the Arctis Nova 3. We just took a gander at this new headset, and it's well worth your time to check one out. Look at all the details below alongside our review (and pick your own up via this handy link)!

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 gaming headset review — Elevated entry-level
I should not be surprised at this point that SteelSeries runs the headset market, and now they have the budget space on notice
GamingTrendDavid Burdette
CHICAGO – June 3, 2025 – From the creator of the groundbreaking Arctis Nova line of headsets, SteelSeries, the original esports brand that fuses gaming and culture and worldwide leader in premium gaming headsets, today expands the award-winning Arctics Nova family with the introduction of the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets and Arctis App.

As gaming continues to grow in popularity, SteelSeries has been leading the way in delivering industry-leading product and software innovations, solving problems for gamers, and defining a gaming lifestyle. In Q1 of 2025, Newzoo estimates the global gamer population to be around 2.9B players and console gaming is experiencing a resurgence with a projected continued steady growth through 2027. This popularity is being fueled by the anticipation of major titles and new console releases that deliver full immersion into different virtual worlds. Engineered from the ground up, the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series headsets raise the bar for a new level of premium audio with real-time audio control for console gamers.

Next-gen consoles need next-gen audio and the newest member of the award-winning Arctis Nova line of headsets features the powerhouse combo of the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset and Arctis App for Real-Time Audio Control with over 200 audio presets, plus Quick Switch Wireless with high-speed 2.4GHz or Bluetooth 5.3, an extraordinary 15-minute Fast Charge for 9 hours of play time, and a lightweight, durable comfortable design – all at $109.99 price point. 
Sound matters. The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series is perfectly equipped for console gaming on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and other platforms. 
  • Custom Nova Speaker Drivers – Specially designed powerful Neodymium Magnetic speaker drivers were customized 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. Optimized 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.
The Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Series is available at SteelSeries.com and select retailers around the world for the following MSRP:
To learn more about SteelSeries, visit steelseries.com, check out the steelseries.com/blog, and join the conversation on Twitter at @SteelSeries, Instagram at @SteelSeries, and TikTok at @SteelSeries.

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