Meta Provides Temporary Lifeline to Discontinued Metaverse Service

In a surprising move, Meta has decided to keep Horizon Worlds alive in Virtual Reality (VR) for the foreseeable future, despite announcing its closure just 24 hours prior. According to Andrew Bosworth, Meta’s CTO, who made the announcement on Twitter, the service will remain available in VR with limited support. While the news brings some relief to fans of the platform, it also raises questions about the company’s commitment to its metaverse ambitions and what this means for the future of Horizon Worlds. The decision to keep the service alive comes after Meta faced criticism from users who were disappointed by the announcement of its closure. In a statement, Bosworth explained that the company had decided to maintain support for Horizon Worlds due to its dedicated community and ongoing demand for the platform. However, it is unclear what specific changes or improvements will be made to the service in the coming months. As Meta continues to navigate the challenges of building and sustaining a metaverse, this decision may signal a renewed focus on the long-term viability of Horizon Worlds. With the rise of social media platforms and other virtual reality services gaining popularity, it is likely that Meta will need to adapt its approach if it hopes to remain competitive in the market. For now, fans of Horizon Worlds can breathe a sigh of relief as the platform remains available for use in VR. However, it remains to be seen what the future holds for this once-promising metaverse service.