Metallica's Virtual Reality Concert Brings Fans Closer Than Ever
By HiFi Editorial24 February 2026
Key Highlights
Exclusive Metallica VR concert launched for Apple Vision Pro, featuring "Whiplash," "One," and "Enter Sandman."
Immersive 180-degree, 3D experience with 8K resolution and spatial audio replicates live concert atmosphere.
Recorded with 14 high-definition cameras for dynamic perspectives, including crowd views and band close-ups.
Apple has launched Metallica's Mexico City concert in a groundbreaking virtual reality format exclusively for the Apple Vision Pro. Released on March 14, the immersive experience replicates the electrifying atmosphere of a live Metallica performance, bringing fans closer to the action than ever before.
The concert features three iconic tracks—"Whiplash," "One," and "Enter Sandman"—captured using Apple Immersive Video technology. This format delivers a 180-degree, 3D experience with up to 8K resolution and spatial audio, allowing viewers to look around freely and feel as if they are part of the 65,000-strong audience. Recorded with 14 high-definition cameras, the footage provides both wide venue views and intimate interactions with the band members.
