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Meta Considers Horizon Worlds Shutdown, Users Express Betrayal

3/26/2026

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Meta announced Horizon Worlds may shut down, sparking concern among former employees and users.
Dr. Ruth Diaz, a former virtual reality (VR) community design developer, says she feels betrayed, horrified, and grieving over the decision.
She criticized Meta's leadership for undermining trust and highlighted VR's emotional connections.
Meta Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth said Horizon Worlds will stay accessible for the foreseeable future, but Diaz remains skeptical about the commitment.

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Meta announced Horizon Worlds may shut down, sparking concern among former employees and users.
Dr. Ruth Diaz, a former virtual reality (VR) community design developer, says she feels betrayed, horrified, and grieving over the decision.
She criticized Meta's leadership for undermining trust and highlighted VR's emotional connections.
Meta Chief Technology Officer Andrew Bosworth said Horizon Worlds will stay accessible for the foreseeable future, but Diaz remains skeptical about the commitment.