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Meta will end Quest 2 OS updates in 2027
Publication: The Verge
Author: Jay Peters
Source published: 02/11/2026, 21:04:20 UTC
Briefing created: 02/11/2026, 22:57:26 UTC
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Briefings
Meta announced it will end OS updates for Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets in March 2027, with the final update v213 followed by security patches through end-of-year 2027. The company plans to shift focus to Quest 3 and 3S as the baseline for VR gamers, ahead of a new VR Glasses launch in spring 2027. This marks a transition from the Quest 2 series to the Quest 3 series as the primary platform for VR gaming.
Key points
- Meta will release the last OS update for Quest 2 and Quest Pro VR headsets in March 2027, with the final update identified as v213.
- After the OS update, Meta will continue to provide security patches and critical bug fixes through the end of 2027.
Context
Meta is shifting its VR strategy ahead of the new VR Glasses launch in spring 2027, positioning the Quest 3 and 3S as the baseline for VR gamers. The announcement signals the end of the Quest 2 series support cycle.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to a single announcement from November 2026 regarding the end of OS updates for Quest 2 and Quest Pro. Specifics on the transition period, exact dates for the new baseline, and the impact on existing users are not detailed in the source.
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