Roblox gets access to simple, pick-up-and-play VR, while Meta gets access to a popular game that, thanks to user-generated content, will bring hundreds of new VR experiences to Quest users. The partnership is good news for both Roblox and Meta.

At the same time, Roblox does already have an existing community of VR developers ready to jump on the new platform, with Meta promising “great content from day one.” While Meta says that Roblox already has tools that allow for some games to run smoothly in VR “without modifications,” it might take some time for players unfamiliar with developing for VR to learn the ins and outs of making games with Meta Quest in mind. Even big brands like Sonic the Hedgehog have gotten in on the action. Part of what makes Roblox stand out from competitors is that much of its content is developed by players rather than Roblox Corporation itself. But inclusion on Meta Quest devices will make playing Roblox in VR cheaper and much easier to set up.Īn open beta for Roblox in VR will come to Meta’s App Lab “in the coming weeks,” according to a blog post from Meta, and will give developers time to “experiment, learn, and iterate on VR experiences.” That could take a while. Beloved by kids for its Lego style aesthetic and its user-generated content, the game is already technically available on more expensive PC VR headsets like the HTC Vive and Valve Index. Roblox, a popular online game that rivals Fortnite for exposure in toy aisles and gift card counters, is coming to Meta Quest.

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