What’s New in the April 2025 Update

Version: 2.8.20

Release Date: April, 2025

Release Notes

Faster Model Loading: We've improved how we stream and load model data, so model loading is faster.
Improved Lighting: Improved lighting for better contrast and geometry definition.
Full Transparency Enabled by Default: Transparent geometry will now render as expected as the default behavior for all users.
Optimized Raycast: Handheld laser pointers run faster, providing a more stable user experience.
Cache Clearance: If device storage falls below 10GB, Workshop XR will notify the user and suggest them to clear the cache manually in the app Settings.

General:

Exiting and reentering a Workshop may cause a user’s audio to sound quieter. To fix this, users should force close the app and relaunch.
Changes to visibility of various geometry may not be reflected for all users in a meeting.
Model panel may show incorrect visibility layers when switching models
In some circumstances, a user’s chair may be visible before their Avatar upon first entering a Workshop
The Model Browser tab may take an extended time to load for some models
Users may experience unintentional avatar behavior, such as repeatedly transitioning between poses, if their physical position is outside of expected bounds
Users may receive a "We are experiencing technical difficulties" notice after rapidly switching between various menus in the console.