tech
January 18, 2026
Meta’s layoffs leave Supernatural fitness users in mourning
Supernatural has had its staff cut and won’t receive any more content updates.
TL;DR
- Meta is shutting down the VR fitness app Supernatural.
- The closure follows layoffs of over 1,000 employees in Meta's VR and metaverse efforts.
- Meta acquired Supernatural in 2022 after a legal battle with the FTC over antitrust concerns.
- Users are disappointed and confused by the decision, with some questioning the purpose of the acquisition.
- While new content will cease, some users intend to continue using the existing library of over 3,000 lessons.
- Concerns exist about the future licensing of music for the service.
- Alternative VR workout options like FitXR and Beat Saber exist, but are not seen as direct replacements by Supernatural users.
- The community and coaches are highlighted as key reasons for user loyalty.