Meta Expands Horizon Worlds Access to Preteens

Children aged 10-12 can explore virtual worlds with strict parental controls and safety measures.

Preteens can access age-appropriate virtual experiences like The Space Station and The Aquarium.
Parents must approve access to each virtual world, with age ratings of 10+, 13+, and 18+.
Safety features include disabled voice chat, personal boundaries for avatars, and offline status by default.
Meta has faced criticism and legal challenges over the safety of minors on its platforms.
The new access is part of Meta’s broader strategy to enhance its metaverse offerings.