However, the high price of the Vision Pro, which can also be purchased via a 12-month installment plan, makes it financially inaccessible for many fans.

Metallica has announced an immersive concert experience film specifically designed for the Apple Vision Pro headset, set to be available for free starting March 14, 2025.

Lars Ulrich humorously critiqued the headset's cost compared to concert tickets, questioning its value in fulfilling personal needs.

The collaboration with Apple emphasizes exclusivity, as many other compatible VR headsets are available at much lower prices, potentially limiting access to the Metallica experience.

This concert film features full performances of iconic songs such as 'Whiplash,' 'One,' and 'Enter Sandman,' recorded during their recent show in Mexico City as part of the M72 tour.

Ulrich highlighted the importance of fan engagement in Metallica's decisions, referencing their history of connecting intimately with fans through various initiatives.

The Vision Pro headset, which launched in February 2024 at a price of $3,499, has faced criticism for a lack of immersive content, a gap that this concert video aims to fill.

A trailer for the immersive concert has been released on YouTube, along with an interview featuring Ulrich conducted by music host Zane Lowe.

This initiative comes as Apple reassesses its extended reality strategy, having previously scaled back Vision Pro production due to lower-than-expected demand.

In 2024, the Vision Pro headset reportedly sold around 500,000 units, falling short of Apple's initial forecast of 800,000 units.

Metallica's venture into immersive VR follows a trend in the music industry, with other artists like Alicia Keys and U2 also exploring similar live music experiences.

Ulrich described the immersive experience as 'unlike anything we've ever done before,' aiming to enhance fan interaction and break the fourth wall.