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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 39 MIN

The End of Meta Quest? Gamertag & Bradley VR Podcast: Episode 2

from The VR CruCast - Virtual Reality Podcast · host Gamertag VR

In this episode of the Gamertag and Bradley VR Podcast, the hosts discuss significant changes in the VR industry, particularly focusing on Meta's recent decisions to shut down several studios and shift focus towards smart glasses. They explore the implications of these changes on the VR ecosystem, comparing it to historical events in the gaming industry, such as the rise and fall of Atari and the strategic success of Nintendo. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by smaller companies in the VR space due to market distortions caused by large investments from companies like Meta. They also discuss the potential future of VR and AR, emphasizing the importance of organic growth and innovation driven by passionate developers. The episode concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of VR, despite the current upheavals.

In this episode of the Gamertag and Bradley VR Podcast, the hosts discuss significant changes in the VR industry, particularly focusing on Meta's recent decisions to shut down several studios and shift focus towards smart glasses. They explore the implications of these changes on the VR ecosystem, comparing it to historical events in the gaming industry, such as the rise and fall of Atari and the strategic success of Nintendo. The conversation delves into the challenges faced by smaller companies in the VR space due to market distortions caused by large investments from companies like Meta. They also discuss the potential future of VR and AR, emphasizing the importance of organic growth and innovation driven by passionate developers. The episode concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of VR, despite the current upheavals.

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