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Discord launches native app for Meta Quest VR headsets

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Discord has launched a native application for Meta Quest virtual reality headsets, fulfilling a promise made at last year's Meta Connect conference. The app provides full access to Discord's features, including servers, direct messages, and calls, while also offering VR-specific enhancements. These enhancements include using the headset's built-in microphone for calls, pinning the Discord interface within the VR play space, streaming gameplay directly to Discord, and joining calls with Meta avatars. AI

IMPACT Enhances social connectivity within VR environments, potentially increasing engagement with VR platforms.

RANK_REASON Product launch of an application for a specific hardware platform.

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Discord launches native app for Meta Quest VR headsets

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Anna Washenko) ·

    Discord now runs natively on Meta Quest headsets

    The app's arrival follows an announcement at last year's Meta Connect conference.

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