Zoom Meta Quest app brings video calls to virtual reality
As virtual reality and hybrid workspaces continue to evolve, many users are asking: Can you join Zoom meetings in VR? The answer is yes—and it just got easier. The new Zoom Meta Quest app now lets users take video calls directly in VR using Meta Avatars, making Zoom meetings more immersive and accessible across Meta Quest 3, Quest 2, and Pro headsets. This new standalone Zoom app doesn’t require a paid subscription and works seamlessly for both free and paid Zoom users.
Zoom Meta Quest app now works without a subscription
Unlike the previous version that required Meta Horizon Workrooms and a paid Zoom license, the new Zoom Meta Quest app is available directly through the Meta Quest Store. Whether you’re hosting or joining a call, you’ll show up as your animated Meta Avatar in a virtual space. The app supports Meta Quest 3, Quest 3S, Quest Pro, and Quest 2 devices, offering a broader user experience. This opens up VR meetings to casual users, teams, and even educators exploring more interactive ways to connect online.
A new way to meet: VR avatars and passthrough mode
Zoom's integration with Meta Quest also includes passthrough mode—allowing you to stay aware of your real-world environment while attending meetings. This mode works with newer headsets like the Quest 3 and Quest Pro, blending real life and virtual interactions. You can see other attendees regardless of whether they’re joining from a desktop, mobile, or web browser. The new Zoom VR experience is designed to offer flexibility without losing the core functionality users rely on.
Zoom’s push toward AI and immersive virtual collaboration
Zoom isn’t stopping at avatars. The company has been testing AI avatars that can represent you in meetings, deliver short updates, or respond on your behalf. Combined with the Meta Quest app, Zoom is clearly aiming to redefine digital presence. These tools are part of Zoom’s broader push to make virtual communication feel more human—even when you're not physically there. As AI and VR continue to merge, the new Zoom Meta Quest app is a glimpse into what virtual meetings will look like in the near future.
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