| source |
|---|
Build immersive worlds and experiences on Meta Horizon Worlds with our desktop editor, a free, Windows-based application.
The desktop editor gives you access to powerful tools that accelerate your creation of fun and engaging worlds. You can then publish your worlds across mobile, virtual reality, and desktop to reach a broader audience.
| Meta account | A Meta Horizon Worlds account is required. If you don’t have one, see the Meta Horizons Worlds page for more information. |
| Hardware | Windows 10 and up, Intel i5-4590 and up, 8 GB+ RAM. Learn about required specs. |
| Rules & Terms | Age 13 and up. Meta reserves the right to conduct its own review of the information that a creator provides to determine whether the age group provided by the creator is accurate. Any misrepresentation of the user’s age group may result in rejection, suspension, or removal of that creator’s account and/or world. For more information, see our Supplemental Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. |
| Custom TypeScript | Visual Studio Code is the default IDE for the editor, but see Adding an IDE to Desktop Editor to add another third-party IDE instead. This is optional but is highly recommended for an optimal experience within the editor. Note: VSCode or another IDE needs to be installed separately from the desktop editor. |
-
Download the desktop editor.
-
Open the desktop editor file (
Worlds-desktop-editor-v2xx.msi) and install it. -
Launch the desktop editor.
-
Sign in with your Meta account or create a Meta account on the Meta Horizon page.
-
(Optional) If you want to test your creations in virtual reality (VR), install the Meta Quest Link app.
Submit bugs and feedback on the desktop editor to help us improve it for you!
Explore these resources to learn how to build Horizon Worlds on the desktop editor:
- Create your first world using our step-by-step tutorial.
- If you have issues when running the desktop editor, see Desktop Editor Troubleshooting.
- Learn about the desktop editor with the Introduction to the Desktop Editor.
- Learn about the other tools available by reading our Tools Overview.
- See the Meta Horizon Creator Manual for technical help while you build.
 |
Join the Meta Horizon Creator Program for exclusive access to: ~ Monetization & cash competition opportunities ~ Creator resources & community collaboration ~ Live Events, including workshops and build-alongs Learn more |