U.S. Metaverse Market Outlook (2018 to 2032)
Synopsis
The above chart is U.S. Metaverse Market Outlook (2018 to 2032)
Market Dynamics
the metaverse market in the united states has seen a rapid growth trajectory over the past years, with sustained investment from venture capitalists and industry titan alike. according to pwc’s recent report, the us is expected to retain its stronghold in the metaverse market, accounting for over a quarter of global metaverse' revenue in 2032.
to understand the prospective future of this space, one must start at the heart of the metaverse ecosystem- the platforms. currently, three major metaverse platforms- entropia universe, high fidelity, and second life are dominating the scene with their content-heavy offerings and immersive experiences. with the ever-growing popularity of access and interactivity through virtual reality and augmented reality devices, these platforms are expected to continue in their current momentum till 2032.
in the near future, companies are expected to invest heavily into technology and tools to leverage the immersive potential of the metaverse. leading hardware manufacturers in the us are expected to invest heavily into technologies such as facial recognition, haptics, real-time lip-syncing and 3d reconstruction. this is expected to lead to a range of new content and services within the metaverse.
moreover, the us government and organizations are expected to play a larger role in the metaverse space. the us government has already made investments in the immersive technology hub, supported the us metaverse consortium, and is looking to set up national standards for data accessibility, privacy protection, and content regulation. educators and universities are also expected to join in the fray to create immersive educating events within the metaverse.
financial services players also expect to enter the metaverse arena to create secure transactions in a secure environment as spending in the space is expected to become a part of everyday life. smart contracts are also expected to bring about greater transparency within the space.
in all, the following years are highly promising for the metaverse universe in the us. with the ever-growing appetite for immersive experiences and the availability of better technology and infrastructure to support them, it is expected to become a cornerstone of commerce, entertainment, education, and many other sectors of the digital world.