Sora 2 Release Date: When OpenAI Launched the Video Model

Looking Back at Sora 2: The Rise, Fall, and Legacy of OpenAI’s Generative Video Milestone

When OpenAI officially rolled out Sora 2 on September 30, 2025, it felt like a massive leap forward for artificial intelligence. Following the initial excitement of the first-generation Sora text-to-video model, Sora 2 arrived with game-changing upgrades, integrating synchronized audio, improved physical realism, and a dedicated TikTok-style social companion app for iOS and Android.