Meta Unveils $50 Million Creator Fund for Horizon Worlds
This week, Meta introduced the Meta Horizon Creator Fund, a substantial $50 million initiative aimed at fostering creativity and innovation among creators within its platform. The campaign, encapsulated by the slogan “Shape what’s next,” seeks to reward imaginative minds who can effectively monetize their content in Meta Horizon Worlds.
A Platform for Creators
The newly established fund is designed to provide creators with enhanced opportunities for development and income generation. Although I missed covering this timely announcement earlier, it remains pertinent to highlight this initiative for those interested in tapping into some of that financial resource. This move underscores that despite increased investments in artificial intelligence, Meta continues to invest in and believe in the potential of its metaverse aspirations.
Early Access: Advanced Tools Now Available
On Thursday, Meta launched early access to its desktop editing tool for Meta Horizon Worlds, allowing users full access to advanced creation capabilities that facilitate imaginative world-building across mobile devices and mixed reality platforms. This powerful tool aims to simplify the creative process while enhancing user experiences.
Expanding Opportunities through the Creator Program
Meta is amplifying its Meta Horizon Creator Program (MHCP) by extending support into additional global regions while also focusing on creator monetization options. Participants can earn monthly bonuses, offer digital goods for sale, and take part in competitive events where cash prizes await successful entries. Further details about these monetization strategies are available on their developer blog.
Create Without Limits
You don’t need a MHCP membership to leverage the advanced tools offered through the new desktop editor; anyone can start building unique experiences directly from their computers. The editor boasts compatibility with TypeScript allowing intricate game logic customization alongside custom model imports which enhance visual quality. Performance optimization features ensure smooth operation across diverse platforms.
Gen-AI Features Enhance Creation Speed
This robust desktop editor includes generative AI capabilities (currently accessible only within the United States), such as automatic sound effects generation and ambient audio creation—all designed to help you realize your visions more quickly than before. For an extensive list of resources available for creating within Meta Horizon Worlds, visit our creator hub.
A New Era of Mobile Engagement
Users engaging with creator-built worlds via both Facebook’s mobile app and other offerings highlights a burgeoning audience eager for mobile exploration—browsing these immersive spaces anytime they wish is becoming increasingly popular. To tap into this trend further, a new competition featuring $1 million will be opened exclusively for MHCP members alongside added incentives aimed specifically at encouraging success within mobile environments.
The Mobile Genre Showdown Competition Launching Soon!
Kicking off on March 11th, 2025, this competition titled “Mobile Genre Showdown” intends to honor 30 innovative creators who design captivating mobile experiences within Horizon Worlds.
