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Zen Sand
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Zen Sand

by Shackleton Labs · Released March 31, 2026
Quest 3S · Quest 3 · Quest Pro · Quest 2

About this game

Zen Sand: AR Mandalas

Relax and unwind as you create peaceful art to relax the heart, mind, and soul.

The Experience

Step into a digital sanctuary where ancient tradition meets modern immersion. Inspired by the meticulous discipline of monks creating complex mandalas, this app transforms your environment into a canvas for mindfulness.

  • Tactile Intuition

Simply close your hand into a fist to begin the flow of sand. Release to stop.

  • Focus & Flow

Engage in the "micro-moments" of creation, focusing on the grain, the pattern, and the breath.

  • Boundless Canvas

You are only limited by your own creativity.

Key Features

  • Fist-to-Flow: Natural gesture control that mimics holding physical sand.
  • AR Integration: Layer your art over your real-world desk, floor, or garden.
  • Zen Acoustics: Procedural soundscapes that react to your movement and speed.
  • Impermanence Mode: Practice the art of letting go by clearing your canvas with a single gesture.

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*Unwind. Create. Let go.*

Details

Release date
March 31, 2026
Genre
Creativity, Fitness & Wellness
Category
APPS
Modes
Single User
Play area
Sitting, Standing
Comfort
Comfortable for most
Age rating
Everyone
Headsets
Quest 3S, Quest 3, Quest Pro, Quest 2
Controllers
Hand Tracking
Hand tracking
✓ Supported
Languages
English
Internet
Not required
Ratings
Download size
223 MB
Version
1.0.1
In-app purchases
No
In-app ads
No
Giftable
✓ Yes

Frequently asked questions

How much does Zen Sand cost on Meta Quest?

Zen Sand currently costs $7.19 (down from $7.99)€6.29 (down from €6.99)£5.39 (down from £5.99)¥1,080 (down from ¥1,200)CA$9.89 (down from CA$10.99) on the Meta Horizon Store. That price already includes the exclusive 10% creator discount, applied automatically at checkout through our link.

Is Zen Sand on sale right now?

Not at the moment, but our creator link takes 10% off at checkout automatically, so you never pay the full sticker price. Store sales come around regularly, and every new discount appears on our deals page the moment it goes live.

Does Zen Sand work on Quest 3, Quest 3S or Quest 2?

Zen Sand officially supports: Quest 3S, Quest 3, Quest Pro, Quest 2. Headset support is set by the developer, as listed on the official store.

Is Zen Sand multiplayer or single player?

Zen Sand is a single-player experience (single user).

Is Zen Sand comfortable for VR beginners?

Zen Sand is rated Comfortable by the official store: minimal artificial movement, a great pick for VR newcomers.

What is the age rating for Zen Sand?

Zen Sand is rated Everyone on the official Meta store. Age ratings matter especially for online multiplayer titles, where voice chat is open.

When did Zen Sand come out?

Zen Sand was released on March 31, 2026, published by Shackleton Labs.