What is the State of the Metaverse in 2024? pt 1 with Alec Wantoch from Hyperplay

In this episode, Alec Wontoch, Head of Product at HyperPlay, joins us on board the good ship SS Tomorrow. Here he discusses all about the future of the metaverse and web3 gaming. Alec shares his background in tech and how he got into the web3 space. He explains how HyperPlay solves the wallet interaction problem in web3 gaming and offers a better user experience for players and developers. Alec discusses the importance of interoperability and aggregating stores in the metaverse. He dispels myths about the metaverse and discusses the potential involvement of big companies like Disney and Netflix. Alec also talks about the move towards a more democratic gaming experience and the barriers to metaverse development. He highlights the tech trends to watch in 2024 and predicts that the metaverse will be a main source of entertainment in the future.

Takeaways

HyperPlay solves the wallet interaction problem in web3 gaming and offers a better user experience for players and developers.

Interoperability and aggregating stores are important for the development of the metaverse.

There are myths about the metaverse that need to be dispelled, and big companies like Disney and Netflix may get involved in the space.

The gaming industry is moving towards a more democratic experience, with increased player engagement and community involvement.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:47 Getting into the Tech Space

03:03 Improving User Experience

04:01 Interoperability and Aggregating Stores

04:16 Dispelling Myths About the Metaverse

05:26 The Future of the Metaverse

06:17 Moving Towards a More Democratic Gaming Experience

07:53 Barriers to Metaverse Development and Overcoming Them

10:29 Tech Trends to Watch in 2024

11:47 The Future of the Space in 5-10 Years

13:26 Tips for Youngsters Interested in the Gaming Industry

14:33 Exciting Developments in the Gaming Industry

17:03 Closing Remarks and Where to Find HyperPlay

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