Assessment of Virtual Worlds for Co‑creation Potential

This web page presents the final selection of 30 virtual worlds, identified from an initial pool of 75 through OPENVERSE’s in-depth analysis of platforms aligned with European values of openness, privacy, and human-centred design. The study applies a robust analytical framework across 9 dimensions —from accessibility to interoperability— to assess co-creation potential, sustainability, and future readiness.
The analysis reflects the state of the platforms as of October 2024 and may not capture recent developments.

This interactive dashboard offers SME founders, researchers, professionals, and enthusiasts insight into how each virtual world scores through a dynamic bar chart, detailed heatmap, and purpose-matching alluvial chart. A filterable catalogue enables easy comparison and exploration.

The findings support foresight and innovation by identifying the most promising platforms for European creators to engage with, build upon, and shape the future of open virtual worlds.

General scoring by evaluation criteria

Here you can use the drop down menu to select different criteria for ranking the virtual worlds studied according to your interests or focus.

Heatmap

The heatmap below offers a visual comparison of how each of the 30 selected virtual worlds scores across the 9 evaluation dimensions used in the OPENVERSE study.
Each cell represents a score, with colour intensity indicating performance: darker shades reflect higher alignment with key criteria such as accessibility, co-creation, interoperability, and more.
This allows for a quick, intuitive overview of strengths and gaps across platforms.

Purposes

The alluvial chart below shows how each of the 30 selected virtual worlds maps to one or more key purposes: Creating, Entertaining, Exploitation, Learning, Service, Socialising, Transactions, and Working.
The flowing connections highlight the main functions these platforms serve, helping users understand the diverse roles they can play in co-creation and innovation across the Openverse.

Virtual Worlds in this study

Purpose
Technological area
Year of launch
MeetinVR

MeetinVR

MeetinVR is a virtual reality platform designed for business collaboration, enabling teams to meet, present, and brainstorm in immersive 3D environments. With tools like whiteboards, sticky notes, and 3D object interaction, it enhances remote teamwork and productivity, offering a more engaging alternative to traditional video calls.
Purpose:
Working
Created by:
MeetinVR
Launched in:
2021
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MONA

MONA

Mona is a platform for creating and exploring high-quality, interactive 3D worlds in the open metaverse. Accessible via web browser, it offers multiplayer experiences with voice and text chat, custom avatars, and token-gated access. It also hosts a marketplace for interoperable 3D assets and supports a vibrant global community of top creators and developers.
Purpose:
Creating, Entertaining, Socialising
Created by:
MoNA Gallery
Launched in:
2023
Visit this Virtual World
My Neighbor Alice

My Neighbor Alice

MyNeighborAlice is a multiplayer builder game combining blockchain and gaming. Players can buy virtual islands, collect and build items, and interact socially. Using the ALICE token, they can purchase assets or stake for special quests. Inspired by Animal Crossing and Minecraft, it introduces blockchain without needing prior crypto knowledge. Built on Chromia.
Purpose:
Creating, Entertaining, Socialising, Transactions
Created by:
Antler Interactive
Launched in:
2024
Visit this Virtual World
Nvidia Omniverse

Omniverse

Omniverse is NVIDIA’s real-time simulation and collaboration platform for 3D content creators and developers. It connects design tools, assets, and people in a shared virtual space, enabling seamless collaboration across industries. Built for high-fidelity simulations, Omniverse powers everything from industrial digital twins to immersive virtual worlds.
Purpose:
Creating, Exploitation, Learning, Working
Created by:
Nvidia
Launched in:
2022
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RAUM

RAUM

Raum is a social VR platform designed for virtual meetings, events, and collaboration. Users can interact in realistic 3D spaces with custom avatars, using voice and gestures. Raum supports teamwork, workshops, and presentations, offering an immersive alternative to traditional video conferencing, ideal for remote teams and enterprise use.
Purpose:
Working
Created by:
RAUM
Launched in:
2021
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Remio

Remio

Remio is a web-accessible metaverse platform focused on remote and hybrid team engagement. It enables users to host immersive team-building and collaboration events—such as Puzzle Races, VR Escape Rooms, and Paintball—using spatial audio, custom-branded spaces, voice and text chat, whiteboards, and screen sharing. Designed for easy access, it works in VR or via browser, and support large groups.
Purpose:
Working
Created by:
Remio VR
Launched in:
2023
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Roblox

Roblox

Roblox is an online platform where users can create, share, and play games built with Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language. Launched in 2006, it now sees over 85 million daily users, with a strong following among under-16s. Free to play, it features a vibrant virtual economy powered by Robux, supporting creators and hosting virtual events.
Purpose:
Creating, Entertaining, Socialising
Created by:
Roblox Corporation
Launched in:
2006
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rooom

rooom

rooom helps companies elevate their daily work with immersive 3D, AR, and VR content. Its all-in-one platform enables the creation, management, and sharing of virtual experiences for marketing, sales, training, collaboration, and events. rooom specialises in enterprise metaverse solutions, digital showrooms, and virtual events.
Purpose:
Creating, Service
Created by:
rooom AG
Launched in:
2016
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