Multiverse and Metaverse are terms that have been used to describe different variations of the same concept: a virtual universe inhabited by avatars. Both concepts have been popularized by science fiction writers and are now being explored by developers as part of the emerging field of mixed reality technology. However, they have marked differences, especially in their scope and possible use cases.

Understanding the metaverse

The metaverse is a forthcoming network of interconnected virtual reality spaces. It is also known as the fifth dimension, and it is essentially a digital space where users can interact with each other and explore virtual worlds together.

It is a space that is next to our own physical world and is accessible through VR/AR…