After showing so much promise in 2021, metaverse cryptos crashed in 2022. Popular metaverse cryptos decentraland Y the sandbox both are down 90% for the year, with many investors leaving the metaverse altogether in favor of less risky crypto assets.

But if you’re looking for metaverse cryptos that can capitalize on the next bull market run, there are two names that stand out: ApeCoin (BOW -0.76%) Y illuvium (I LV 0.12%). Both seem to be building for the long haul, and both have passionate fan communities willing to wait out crypto winter. Here’s a closer look at both.

ApeCoin

When most people think of ApeCoin, they immediately dismiss it as pure play on the non-fungible token (NFT) market. After all, ApeCoin is the governing token of Bored Ape…