A metaverse is a virtual world in which users interact while represented by avatars, [1] typically in a 3D display, with the experience focused on social and economic connection. [2][1][3][4]

The metaverse is a set of digital spaces to socialize, learn, play and more. It’s the next evolution in social connection, like the internet but more immersive.

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Mar 22, 2024 · The metaverse refers to the convergence of physical and virtual space accessed through computers and enabled by immersive technologies such as virtual reality, augmented reality and …

Dec 8, 2025 · The metaverse is a virtual world where you can interact socially, play games, work, and even shop. It's considered the next phase of the internet, offering users a way to interact with one …

Feb 17, 2026 · Metaverse, proposed network of immersive online worlds experienced typically through virtual reality or augmented reality in which users would interact with each other and purchase goods …

Jan 28, 2026 · The metaverse refers to a collective virtual shared space created by the convergence of virtually enhanced physical reality, augmented reality, and the internet. It encompasses persistent …

Mar 10, 2023 · To begin, there’s no universally accepted definition for the term. Some think of it as an enhanced successor to the current version of the internet—a new frontier for online interaction …

Mar 23, 2026 · The metaverse is a network of persistent digital spaces where people work, play, shop, socialize, and own digital identity or assets across platforms. In 2026, the metaverse matters …

Sep 3, 2025 · Today, when we say “metaverse,” we are speaking of a digital reality composed of interconnected 3D spaces where people can interact in real time. It is enabled by technologies like …