Meta has outlined a series of updates aimed at refining the Quest experience in 2026, emphasizing a distinct separation between its VR and Horizon platforms.
Separation of Platforms
Earlier this year, Meta announced a renewed focus on both VR and Horizon, leading to their decision to separate the two platforms. As part of this strategy, the Horizon Worlds platform will transition to a mobile-only experience.
Changes to Horizon Worlds
By March 31, 2026, Horizon Worlds and Events will be removed from the Quest Store. Additionally, specific worlds such as Horizon Central, Events Arena, Kaiju, and Bobber Bay will no longer be accessible in VR. Users can continue to explore other VR worlds until June 15, 2026, after which the Horizon Worlds app will be entirely removed from Quest. Post-removal, users will be able to access mobile-optimized worlds exclusively through the Meta Horizon mobile app.
Hyperscape Capture Adjustments
Starting March 24, 2026, the ability to view Hyperscape captures will be relocated from Horizon Worlds. Existing captures will still be accessible within the Hyperscape Capture (Beta) app and its companion Preview app, both of which can be found in the Quest app library. While users can continue to capture new Hyperscapes, features such as sharing and co-experiencing will no longer be supported.
Meta Horizon Plus (MH+) Changes
By March 31, 2026, Horizon-specific perks tied to the MH+ subscription—including Meta Credits, Digital Clothing, Avatars, and In-World Purchases—will be eliminated. However, core MH+ gaming benefits and the provision of monthly games will remain unaffected.
Meta continues to enhance the Quest experience, with recent updates introducing features like the Surface Keyboard and Touchpad, customizable app and window positioning, and the ongoing rollout of Navigator, a modernized interface.
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