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Metaverse: An Idea, A Fiction, Or Virtual Reality? | By Salman Sabir - Pakistan Observer

Last updated Friday, February 4, 2022 17:22 ET

Metaverse: An Idea, A Fiction, Or Virtual Reality?
Technological advancements like Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality have given new dynamics to the world of the internet. In a world where thinking about another universe seemed quite fictional, now people actually witness unique digital experiences that depict the same. That’s how you can start exploring the term ‘Metaverse’ which was coined by a 90’s fictional story Snow Crash.
Understanding the Vague and Complex “Metaverse”
To give an accurate definition of the Metaverse, it appears quite difficult for almost everyone like Satya Nadella – Microsoft, Mark Zuckerberg – Meta, Rajat Taneja – VISA, Vittorio Cretella – P&G, Dave Williams – Merck, and many other tech giants.
Some of the industry’s best minds call it the age of gamification, collective virtual shared space, virtual universe, and AR Cloud. Whereas market-leading companies like Roblox, Epic Games, Genies, vvand Zepeto call it the Metaverse. Along with that, some have also defined it as Spatial Internet, or Spatial Web.
According to Eric Ravenscraft on Wired, “Mentally replace the phrase “the metaverse” in a sentence with “cyberspace.” Ninety percent of the time, the meaning won’t substantially change.”
Common Examples That Explain Metaverse
So it is not just something about the future of the internet but it is the future of the internet where people can experience real multiverses. To begin understanding this whole new concept, take an example of the game...



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