The Metaverse’ in Early Access

Shiba Inu has expanded its ecosystem with the launch of ‘SHIB: The Metaverse,’ now available in early access.

This virtual environment invites users to explore, build, and connect within a blockchain-driven digital space. Powered by Shibarium, Shiba Inu’s custom blockchain, the platform offers over 100,000 land plots, with a portion unlocked for early use.

Designed to be accessible to a broad audience, the metaverse is free to explore and available for Windows PC users. With this release, the project aims to provide new opportunities for user engagement, customization, and interaction within a decentralized framework.

What is SHIB: The Metaverse?

SHIB: The Metaverse is structured as a digital world featuring 100,595 individual plots of land.

In its early access phase, 36,431 plots have been made available across four distinct zones: the Growth, Defense, Technology, and Currencies districts. These zones are designed to balance private ownership with public spaces, including hubs like Ryoshi Plaza and WAGMI Temple, which facilitate social interaction and ease of navigation.

Users can participate in several activities, including land customization, avatar creation, and socializing. A Plot Builder tool enables landowners to modify their plots with pre-designed elements, and future updates will allow for custom 3D uploads. The Avatar Builder provides options for creating and personalizing digital representations, with future updates promising additional features.

The metaverse also supports communication through text and voice chat, enabling real-time social interactions.

What can we expect from SHIB: The Metaverse?

The platform’s development has spanned several years, with an emphasis on creating tools that encourage both creativity and engagement. SHIB: The Metaverse is currently optimized for Windows PCs, with minimum specifications including 16 GB of RAM and a GTX 1080 GPU. Recommended specifications are higher, ensuring a smoother experience for users with advanced systems.

Future updates will expand accessibility to desktop browsers and introduce advanced tools for landowners, including e-commerce features and interactive game-building capabilities. The ability to bridge land between Shibarium and Ethereum will also enhance trading options on platforms like OpenSea.

For those interested, the early access version is available for free on the official website. Whether exploring hubs, customizing plots, or connecting with others, SHIB: The Metaverse offers various opportunities for participation and interaction in its early stages.