Releasing React Native Apps on Meta Horizon Store
Article Summary
React Native just unlocked a new platform: Meta's Horizon Store for VR apps. Callstack shows how to take your existing mobile codebase into virtual reality with minimal friction.
Callstack published a comprehensive guide on releasing React Native applications to Meta's Horizon Store for Quest devices. This builds on their broader VR development series, demonstrating how the 'learn once, write anywhere' promise extends beyond mobile into immersive experiences.
Key Takeaways
- React Native now supports 2D panels in 3D VR spaces on Meta Quest
- Expo integration enables fast iteration with Expo Go and full native capabilities
- Existing mobile apps can adapt to VR with understanding of UI/UX differences
- AOSP foundation means familiar Android tooling works for Quest development
Critical Insight
Your React Native team can now ship to Meta Quest without learning a completely new framework, opening VR as a viable platform expansion.
