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Rec Room to Shut Down Amid VR Market Struggles

3/31/2026

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  • Rec Room will shut down on June 1, 2026, despite having more than 150 million players.
  • Rec Room's CEO Nick Fajt said shifts in the VR market and broader gaming industry contributed to the decision.
  • Users spent a cumulative 68,000 years on the platform, which allowed people to create games and experiences.
  • The closure reflects broader struggles in the gaming sector, including layoffs at Epic Games.