Turn Social Views Into a Lasting Community | Growth Series, Part 3
Are you struggling to turn viral VR views into an active, lasting community? In this session of the Meta Horizon Start program’s Growth Series, Meta Horizon Start Mentor and experienced VR developer Tevfik dives deep into the shift from simple visibility to true player retention in social VR games.
Learn why most VR games fail not because they are bad, but because they disappear after the first impression. Tevfik shares a comprehensive five-step system to build a dedicated player base, covering everything from creating roles and moderator grinding to leveraging live streams, content creator programs, and consistent community events. Discover how to transform your VR game from just an experience into a thriving social system.
This session was recorded in March 2026 as part of the Meta Horizon Start program.
🎬 CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction and Background in Social VR
01:02 - The Retention Problem in VR Development
01:44 - Shifting Focus to Human Progression and Community
02:27 - Step 1: Creating Identity and “Original Gangster” (OG) Roles
03:55 - Utilizing Early Access and Founders Bundles
04:32 - Step 2: Progression through Moderator Grinding
06:27 - Step 3: Establishing Presence via Live Streaming
07:36 - Step 4: Implementing a Content Creator Program
09:11 - Step 5: Hosting Consistent Community Events
10:01 - Case Study: Breaking CCU Records with a DJ Event
11:07 - Summary: Building Your VR Game as a Social System
📚 RESOURCES
➡️ Meta Horizon Developer Forum: https://communityforums.atmeta.com/category/horizon-developer-forum
➡️ Developers Blog: https://developers.meta.com/resources/blog/
➡️ Meta Quest Developer Hub: https://developers.meta.com/horizon/documentation/unity/ts-mqdh/
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