Meta quietly launches vibe-coded gaming app Pocket

Meta has quietly launched a new gaming app called Pocket, which allows users to generate small, interactive apps and games using AI prompts. This initiative follows Meta's earlier efforts in AI-generated images and videos, signaling a broader push to make AI creation tools more mainstream. Pocket appears to be an evolution of the "vibe-coded" gaming platform Gizmo, whose team Meta acquired earlier this year. The app offers a creative platform for making and sharing "gizmos" – the term for these interactive experiences – and features a scrollable feed to discover creations from others. While Meta has not officially announced Pocket, its quiet launch suggests it is likely in an experimental phase. This rollout aligns with Meta's strategy of integrating AI features across its social platforms and creative applications. The original Gizmo app, similar to Pocket in its use of AI prompts for interactive experiences, had previously garnered significant installs and positive sentiment. The app was first spotted by a reverse engineer and has since been reported by various outlets, though Meta has not yet commented on the launch. This quiet debut is consistent with an experimental rollout before a wider public announcement.