Cities in the Metaverse

Cities in the Metaverse offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between urban environments and digital realms. The book examines

· The size and shape of cities in the Metaverse

· Spatial computing and its impact on digital interaction

· Digital twins in urban planning and management

· Avatars and social dynamics in virtual spaces

· Economic models emerging in the Metaverse

· The influence of gaming on immersive digital landscapes

· The impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Metaverse

· Potential futures of digital habitation

Drawing from architecture, computer science, urban planning, geography, social studies, and economics, the authors provide a multidisciplinary analysis of how virtual cities are shaping our digital future. Using key case studies, they trace the evolution from early cyberspace concepts to current spatial computing technologies, offering insights into both historical context and future possibilities. The book addresses key questions about the opportunities and challenges presented by metaverse technologies, including issues of accessibility, creativity, and the future of humans and artificial intelligence co-existing, side by side, in digital spaces. It serves as a practical guide, equipping readers with the knowledge they need to navigate the future of urban life in virtual environments with a thought-provoking examination of how we might build, inhabit, and govern cities in the Metaverse.