Menlo Park, CA, USA — Meta launched its much-anticipated virtual reality platform, Horizon Worlds, signaling a significant step in the company’s vision for the Metaverse. The platform is designed to be a fully immersive social space, allowing users to interact with each other in virtual environments, play games, and create their own worlds, all in virtual reality.
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, introduced Horizon Worlds as part of his broader ambition to transform Meta into the leading company in the Metaverse. In his announcement, Zuckerberg described the launch as a pivotal moment in the evolution of social interaction, stating, “Horizon Worlds is the first step in our journey to build the Metaverse. It will redefine how we connect, create, and experience the world, offering endless possibilities for work, play, and socialization.”
The platform allows users to create personalized avatars, interact with others in various digital environments, and engage in virtual experiences, such as attending concerts, collaborating on projects, or exploring game worlds. One of the most exciting features of Horizon Worlds is the user-generated content capabilities, which allow participants to build their own virtual spaces and share them with others.
Meta has invested heavily in hardware to bring the Metaverse to life, including its Oculus Quest VR headsets. These devices are optimized for use with Horizon Worlds, providing users with an immersive experience where they can physically move, interact, and engage in virtual environments. The company also emphasized that Horizon Worlds would be a safe and inclusive space, with various privacy controls and moderation tools designed to protect users.
With the launch of Horizon Worlds, Meta is positioning itself as a key player in the rapidly growing virtual reality space, hoping to revolutionize how people work, play, and interact in the digital world. As virtual reality and the Metaverse continue to grow, Meta’s push to create a fully immersive social experience could have profound effects on entertainment, communication, and even business in the years to come.
