The metaverse does not exist at all, but some

platforms contain elements similar to those of a

metaverse. Video games currently offer the
closest metaverse experience there is.
Developers have pushed the boundaries of what a
game is by organizing in-game events and
creating virtual economies.
When we look to the future, the big tech giants are
trying to lead the way. However, the decentralized
aspects of the blockchain industry are allowing
smaller players to participate in the development
of the metaverse as well.
Due to the emphasis on 3D virtual reality, video
games offer the closest metaverse experience
today. However, this point is not just because they
are 3D. Video games now offer services and
features that carry over to other aspects of our
lives. The Roblox video game even hosts virtual
events like concerts and meetups. Players no
longer just play the game; they also use it for
other activities and parts of their lives in
"cyberspace".
Facebook is one of the strongest voices for
creating a unified metaverse. This is particularly
interesting for a crypto-driven metaverse due to
Facebook's Diem stablecoin project. Mark
Zuckerberg has explicitly mentioned his plans to
use a metaverse project to support remote work
and improve financial opportunities for people in
developing countries.