Meta’s VR metaverse is ditching VR
The Verge
February 19, 2026
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Meta’s VR metaverse strategy is shifting gears as the company moves away from its ambitious vision of a fully immersive virtual reality platform. In a significant pivot, Meta has decided to separate its Quest VR platform from its Horizon Worlds metaverse platform, with a new focus on mobile-first experiences. This change marks a strategic shift in
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Originally published on The Verge on 2/19/2026