I’ve been thinking a lot about how incredible it would be if putting on my Quest felt like stepping into my own personalized home in virtual reality—and if friends who don’t have a headset could join in on the fun through their desktops.
1. A True “Home Base” in VR: Building on What We Already Have
Right now, when I turn on my Quest, I land in a visually appealing but mostly static menu environment. While it is functional, it doesn’t really feel like my space. I can launch Netflix or Horizon Worlds from there, but everything still feels disconnected.
Imagine if, instead of a generic menu, I started in a fully customizable “house” within Horizon Worlds. From there, I could move from room to room for different activities:
Living Room for Streaming
Think of it as a cozy spot for Netflix or YouTube, where I can arrange virtual couches, posters, or even snack tables—just like a real living room.
Personalization & Ownership
Currently, we have a static home menu with limited customization. I’d love a “MySpace-meets-The-Sims” approach, allowing me to decorate with trophies, art, or furniture. It’s all about creating a sense of belonging and showcasing my personality.
This idea would transform the current home screen from a fancy waiting room into a real, immersive environment that connects every app and social interaction in one cohesive world.
2. Desktop Access for Non-VR Friends
I also have friends who don’t own a headset yet, but they would love to see what I’m doing in VR. What if there were a desktop version—similar to playing a PC game—where they could still join the same “home” world and control an avatar?
Try Before They Buy
This would be a great way for them to experience VR before committing to purchasing a headset.
Community Growth
The more people who can access this, the bigger and livelier these virtual neighborhoods will become.
Accessibility
Some individuals can’t afford a headset right now, so this would provide an opportunity for them to hang out and explore.
Why It Matters
Deeper Immersion
When everything is connected in one VR “home,” it feels natural—similar to moving from your living room to your kitchen in real life.
Stronger Social Ties
A place that’s easy for friends (with or without headsets) to join makes the platform more active and social.
Personal Expression
Customizing rooms, showcasing collectibles, or simply decorating a space to my liking keeps things interesting and uniquely mine.
I’m not a developer, but I love VR and just want to share an idea that I believe would make a huge difference: one big, personal “home base” for all our VR activities that’s open to everyone—even those on a computer—so more people can see why we’re so excited about the Quest in the first place.
Thank you for reading! I hope this sparks some great ideas about bringing more freedom, creativity, and accessibility to the Meta platform.
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