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So while Houseparty on Portal is no longer an active feature, the spirit of spontaneous, playful group video chats lives on through Portal’s current software. And who knows — with Meta’s continued focus on social presence, a true Houseparty revival could always reappear in another form.

Portal, Meta’s smart display for video calling, was designed for hands-free, always-on connection. Before Houseparty’s shutdown, users could access the app directly on Portal, turning any room into an instant hangout space. The combination made sense: Portal’s wide-angle camera and smart zoom kept everyone in frame during group chats, while Houseparty’s in-app games — like Heads Up! , Trivia , and Quick Draw! — made conversations more interactive. houseparty on portal

When video calling and casual gaming collide, you get Houseparty — the once wildly popular social networking app that let users drop in and out of video chat “rooms” with friends. While Houseparty officially shut down in late 2021, its legacy lives on through Facebook’s (now Meta) integration, particularly on devices like . So while Houseparty on Portal is no longer