Metaverse basically refers to an all-encompassing digital world where users, in the the form of an avatar, can interact with each other, perform day to day activities and have the same type of experiences they would in the real world. Among a lot of metaverse projects are emerging, which are the most potential that we should follow?
6. Illuvium
Illuvium is a play-to-earn game that uses Unreal Engine 4 technology to create 3D virtual objects. Launched in 2020 by Kieran Warwick and Aaron Warwick, Illuvium operates as a role-playing game that incorporates non-fungible tokens.
The game allows players to explore the digital world of Illuvium and look for native creatures (Illuvials), in-game items, and other collectibles which are in the form of NFTs. These in-game items, which can be used for participating in battles and quests, offer holders an edge against other players, thus making them a valuable part of the game. All in-game items are in the form of NFTs so they can be put for sale across NFT marketplaces. Players also have the option to trade or acquire these NFTs on IlluvDEX, the game’s decentralized marketplace.
7. Metahero (HERO)
Metahero is a blockchain-based project that blends crypto with 3D scanning technology to create accurate, life-like replicas of the real world – from people to animals and cars – in the metaverse. Built on the BSC blockchain, Metahero is optimistic that this technology can be applied in a wide range of industries, from gaming to fashion, medicine, and social media, and has stated a mission to accelerate the mass adoption of crypto by “creating the largest database of scanned objects and people.”
8. Bloktopia (BLOK)
Bloktopia combines blockchain technology, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) to provide developers, gamers and investors a unique approach to the metaverse. Bloktopia describes itself as a skyscraper made up of 21 levels to pay recognition to 21 million Bitcoin. It will act as a central hub and welcome all levels of crypto experience. For the first time ever, users will have access to crypto information and immersive content all in one place. Bloktopians will be able to earn revenue through real estate ownership, advertising revenue, play games, build networks and much more.
9. Star Atlas (ATLAS)
Star Atlas is a blockchain-based online MMORPG, which uses Unreal Engine 5 technology to support many in-game activities. Founded by Automata, Star Atlas allows players to engage in battles, capture territories, and build their own communities.
Star Atlas runs on the Solana blockchain with a dual token economy. POLIS is the governance token while ATLAS will be powering the economy of this entire metaverse. Users can purchase various in-game items on the NFT marketplace, including lands, space vehicles, and more.
10. Upland
Upland creates a virtual property trading game based on real-world addresses. It allows people to buy, collect, sell and trade the land in their city or elsewhere. True ownership is secured on the blockchain and rewards players with Upland’s in-game currency UPX. Players can trade their NFTs for real USD using Tilia Pay, powered by PayPal. There are currently more than 20 virtual US cities in Upland, including Detroit, San Francisco, New York City, Cleveland, and Chicago, etc.