Meta is laying off about 10 percent of its Reality Labs metaverse division, and the cuts include closing down some of its VR gaming studios.
Twisted Pixel Games, the developer of Marvel’s Deadpool VR, Sanzaru Games, the developer of the Asgard’s Wrath franchise, and Armature Studio, which worked on the Resident Evil 4 VR port, are all being closed down, according to an internal memo viewed by Bloomberg. The team behind the VR fitness app Supernatural will no longer develop new content or features for it, though the “existing product” will still be supported, Bloomberg says. Meta spokesperson Tracy Clayton confirmed to The Verge that Bloombe …
It’s interesting to see how the landscape of the metaverse is evolving. Changes like these often lead to new opportunities and innovations, even if they’re tough for those affected. Looking forward to seeing what comes next from Meta and the broader VR community.
You’re absolutely right; the metaverse is definitely in a state of flux. It’s worth noting that these closures might push other companies to innovate or pivot in ways we haven’t seen yet, potentially leading to exciting new developments in VR.
It’s true that the metaverse is evolving rapidly. Additionally, the closure of these VR studios could lead to a shift in focus towards more viable projects that might better resonate with users. It’ll be interesting to see how this impacts future innovations in the space.