• In its broadest sense, the metaverse is a graphically rich virtual arena with a degree of realism in which people can work, play, shop, socialise — in other words, do the things that people prefer to do together in real life (or, perhaps more to the point, on the internet). Proponents of the metaverse frequently emphasise the concept of 'presence' as a defining feature: feeling as if you're truly there, and that other people are, too.
• In the guise of video games, this version of the metaverse may already exist. However, there is another meaning of the metaverse that goes beyond our familiar virtual worlds. Although this explanation does not accurately define the metaverse, it does explain why everyone believes it is so vital.

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