Meta Unveils Major Avatar System Update

Meta has announced a major overhaul of its Avatar system, introducing multiple preset body types and advanced customization features. The update aims to enhance personalization, allowing users to create avatars that better reflect their identities.

Enhanced Body Customization

The new version offers over ten preset body types, catering to diverse user preferences. Users can now fine-tune specific areas such as hips, shoulders, and biceps for a more accurate representation. A body preview mode enables quick outfit changes before finalizing adjustments.

Interactive Features and Expressions

Meta has added 18 pose options to the Avatar editor, enabling users to showcase their virtual selves in dynamic ways. Over 50 new expressions and unlockable stickers have also been introduced, enriching interactions in Horizon environments like "Super Rumble" and "Big Jim’s Big Gym Sim."

AI-Powered Styling

The Horizon mobile app now includes an AI-driven Avatar editor. Users can input text prompts to explore new styles instantly. This feature is currently available to users aged 13+ in the U.S. and Canada, with plans for broader rollout.

Facial Control and Fashion

The update also introduces parametric facial control, allowing precise adjustments to jawlines, cheeks, and facial depth. Combined with expanded hair, beard, and makeup options, users can create billions of unique combinations.

Key Points:

• 🎨 Preset body types: Over ten options for accurate avatar creation.
• 🕺 Dynamic poses: 18 new poses for personalized expression.
• 🤖 AI styling: Text-to-outfit feature for quick updates (U.S./Canada only).
• 👔 Fashion expansion: Billions of combinations with new customization tools.