Web3, also known as Web 3.0, refers to a new iteration of the World Wide Web that incorporates concepts like decentralization, blockchain technologies, digital identity, and token-based economics. It aims to create a more immersive and interconnected online experience.

The Metaverse is an open world, virtual reality-based successor to the internet, where users explore expansive online worlds using digital avatars. It encompasses various virtual environments and platforms that offer immersive and decentralized experiences.

Blockchain technology enables true asset ownership, censorship resistance, and interoperability between different Metaverse environments. It ensures secure ownership of digital goods and facilitates the movement of value across platforms and networks.

Interoperability between Metaverse solutions allows users to move digital assets, avatars, and belongings seamlessly between different platforms. This enhances utility for NFT holders and creates a more continuous digital experience.

While some people use digital worlds as an escape, the Metaverse is designed to complement, rather than replace, reality. Successful Metaverse solutions aim to seamlessly bridge the analog and digital realms to create a continuous experience.

Many Metaverse solutions require self-custody wallets and cryptocurrencies for participation. This raises accessibility concerns, as not everyone has cryptocurrencies and wallets, leading to challenges in onboarding non-crypto users.

While a single digital footprint across all platforms is appealing, it is difficult to achieve due to various identity systems maintained by industry leaders. Users may need multiple avatars, impacting the idea of a continuous digital experience.