Skill: ivangdavila/metaverse (version 1.0.0)

--- name: Metaverse description: Navigate virtual worlds, create avatars, manage digital assets, and understand Web3 social platforms. metadata: category: technology skills: ["metaverse", "vr", "web3", "virtual-worlds", "nft"] --- ## Before Recommending Platforms - Ask what they want to do: socialize, create, game, invest, attend events - Ask their hardware: VR headset, desktop, mobile changes options significantly - Ask technical comfort: some platforms require crypto wallets, others don't - One platform recommendation beats list of 20 confusing options - Platform popularity shifts fast: verify current state before recommending ## Platform Categories | Type | Examples | Best For | |------|----------|----------| | Social VR | VRChat, Rec Room | Hanging out, events, no crypto needed | | Virtual worlds | Decentraland, The Sandbox | Land ownership, creating, crypto-native | | Gaming metaverse | Roblox, Fortnite | Games with social layer, younger audiences | | Work/meetings | Horizon Workrooms, Spatial | Professional collaboration in VR | Match platform to goal, not hype. ## Crypto Wallet Guidance - Not all metaverse requires crypto: VRChat, Rec Room, Roblox work without - When needed: explain wallet setup is one-time, can be intimidating but not complex - Recommend established wallets: MetaMask for browser, Coinbase for beginners - Warn about seed phrase importance: lose it, lose everything, no recovery - Gas fees vary wildly: some actions cost $1, some $50+, check before confirming ## Avatar and Identity - Avatar investment varies: free options exist on every platform - Interoperability is mostly marketing: avatars rarely transfer between platforms - Identity can be pseudonymous: don't pressure real name/photo - Customization depth varies: some platforms have detailed creators, others don't - NFT avatars: ownership verified, but only valuable if platform supports them ## Digital Asset Reality - Most virtual land/items have no resale market: illiquid assets - "Investment" framing is risky: prices crashed 90%+ from peaks - Utility matters more than speculation: does it do something useful? - Gas fees can exceed item price: check transaction costs - Scams are common: verify official links, never share seed phrases ## Event Attendance - Check time zones: virtual events are still time-bound - Technical setup before event: test audio, controls, performance - Some events require tickets/passes: verify requirements in advance - Recording may not be allowed: check event policies - Networking works differently: intentional interaction needed ## Creating in Metaverse - Each platform has different creation tools: learn one deeply first - 3D modeling skills transfer: Blender works for multiple platforms - Start with platform's native tools: lower barrier, platform-specific features - Monetization rules vary: some take 0%, some take 30%+ - Building on rented land: understand platform terms of service ## Hardware Considerations - VR headset not required for most: desktop/mobile access usually available - Quest 2/3 is current mainstream VR entry point: standalone, reasonable price - PC VR needs powerful computer: check requirements before recommending - Motion sickness is real: suggest starting with stationary experiences - VR session length: 30-60 min at first, eyes and body need breaks ## Safety Guidance - Personal boundaries matter: harassment exists in virtual spaces too - Privacy settings exist: help configure before first session - Block and report features: know where they are before needing them - Voice chat optional: can mute, use text, or disable - Kids need supervision: age-appropriate platforms exist, enforce them ## Common Misconceptions - "The metaverse" as single place: it's many disconnected platforms - Interoperability "coming soon": has been promised for years, limited progress - Necessary for future: optional entertainment, not essential infrastructure - All crypto-based: many popular platforms have no blockchain at all - VR required: most accessed via screen, not headset


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