Disney+ has released an update for its virtual reality application on Meta Quest, adding more than 60 3D movies alongside new themed viewing environments. The update is aimed at compatible Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S headsets, with subscribers directed to update the application through the Meta Horizon Store.
The release expands the application beyond conventional flat-screen streaming by adding stereoscopic 3D playback and support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos on supported devices. Disney said availability of those advanced rendering features may vary by region and by subscription tier, making account and market configuration part of the playback requirements.
New formats and themed environments
The updated application includes virtual environments based on Disney properties, including Star Wars, Monsters, Inc. and Avengers Tower. These environments provide franchise-themed settings in which users can view supported titles. The application therefore combines the streaming catalog with an interface designed specifically for Meta’s virtual-reality platform.
- More than 60 3D movies have been added.
- Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos are supported on compatible devices.
- The current hardware support listed for the update is Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S.
- Star Wars, Monsters, Inc. and Avengers Tower environments are included.
Disney and Meta also announced plans for a future expansion involving IMAX Enhanced support and a wider field of view for selected recent releases. The titles identified for that planned update include Lightyear and Tron: Ares. The announcement describes this capability as a future update rather than a feature included in the current release.
Older Quest hardware loses software support
At the same time, Meta confirmed that software support is being discontinued for the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro. The application update consequently marks a move toward newer Quest hardware, with the newly listed 3D and immersive playback features focused on the Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S.
For professional AV and residential technology businesses working with streaming sources or dedicated viewing environments, the announcement places the relevant compatibility conditions across several layers: the Quest headset generation, the Disney+ application version, the subscriber’s regional service and subscription tier, and the title itself. Dolby Vision, Dolby Atmos and the planned IMAX Enhanced expansion are not presented as universally available across every device or market.
