Meta* has shut down the development of the official Harry Potter VR game. The project was being led by Skydance studio, well-known in the VR industry. This was reported by the Gamertag VR channel, noting that the decision is related to a large-scale restructuring of Mark Zuckerberg's gaming division.
Four Meta* studios were affected by the layoffs — Twisted Pixel, Supernatural, Armature Studio, and Sanzaru Games. More than 200 employees lost their jobs, and Harry Potter VR became one of the most notable victims. Meta* is now reviewing its strategy for expensive exclusives, which may mean a pause for major franchises on Quest.
Despite this, the world of wizards in games remains promising. Hogwarts Legacy has sold over 40 million copies, and work on a full-fledged sequel with a multiplayer mode is already underway. Quest owners are advised to check out Batman Arkham Shadow VR — one of the interesting projects for virtual reality headsets.
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