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yates9's review
2.0
Good review of the Metaverse domain of knowledge from an intelligent journalistic perspective.
Completely lacking in any sense of insight or direction, ignores inherent huge contradictions, follows along with some of the more idiotic ideas that underlie the current use of the term, fails to identify the basic precepts of what was proposed originally.
A simple example of this incongruity is the emphasis on Trust, which we agree is fundamental, but then backed up with Web3, crypto that has been demonstrated total lack of everything but from a structural standpoint. Basing the sense of trust on Ponzi scheme is more than misguided...
In any case a good starter book on this subject area.
Completely lacking in any sense of insight or direction, ignores inherent huge contradictions, follows along with some of the more idiotic ideas that underlie the current use of the term, fails to identify the basic precepts of what was proposed originally.
A simple example of this incongruity is the emphasis on Trust, which we agree is fundamental, but then backed up with Web3, crypto that has been demonstrated total lack of everything but from a structural standpoint. Basing the sense of trust on Ponzi scheme is more than misguided...
In any case a good starter book on this subject area.
tamaru22's review
3.0
I went into this book with very little knowledge and have come away with a more complete understanding of technology and the internet (save the portion on bitcoin and blockchain which quickly began soaring over my head).
Also, a good portion is highly speculative, which is both to be expected and clearly disclosed by the author but felt like filler.
It seemed niche, at best, and focuses a lot on gaming. For me, the book was educating and mostly interesting but that probably isn't true for the vast majority of people.
Also, a good portion is highly speculative, which is both to be expected and clearly disclosed by the author but felt like filler.
It seemed niche, at best, and focuses a lot on gaming. For me, the book was educating and mostly interesting but that probably isn't true for the vast majority of people.
tiurina's review
3.0
Good overview of what the metaverse is, what is technically required to build it, and what are the possible use cases in our future.
linhgaga's review against another edition
2.0
I guess it can be useful for those who care.. but painfully dry for those who don’t.
karenreads1000s's review
4.0
Part I was a useful introduction. Part 3 was an interesting look into possible futures. Part 2 was quite technical, and above my understanding. I had no idea gaming was such a large part of this concept and of our economy.
benrogerswpg's review
4.0
v2 ...Now With Legs
This book promised a revolution, but unfortunately, it didn't quite deliver.
While the author Ball presented some compelling ideas about the Metaverse, the reality falls short of the hype.
The visuals are reminiscent of a Playstation 2 game, and the characters are barely even fully formed, let alone revolutionary.
As someone who was excited about the Metaverse's potential, this book was a bit of a letdown. However, I still believe that the technology has potential, and Ball does a good job of highlighting the possibilities. While it may not be revolutionary just yet, it could still change the game in the future.
Overall, I would recommend this book to those interested in the Metaverse and its potential, but don't expect a groundbreaking revelation.
The author's insights are interesting, but the technology still has a long way to go before it lives up to its potential.
3.9/5
This book promised a revolution, but unfortunately, it didn't quite deliver.
While the author Ball presented some compelling ideas about the Metaverse, the reality falls short of the hype.
The visuals are reminiscent of a Playstation 2 game, and the characters are barely even fully formed, let alone revolutionary.
As someone who was excited about the Metaverse's potential, this book was a bit of a letdown. However, I still believe that the technology has potential, and Ball does a good job of highlighting the possibilities. While it may not be revolutionary just yet, it could still change the game in the future.
Overall, I would recommend this book to those interested in the Metaverse and its potential, but don't expect a groundbreaking revelation.
The author's insights are interesting, but the technology still has a long way to go before it lives up to its potential.
3.9/5
need_to_read's review against another edition
challenging
hopeful
informative
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
nshamapant's review
informative
slow-paced
3.0
Ambitious, informative, but ultimately very niche. An incredibly deep dive into an area of incredible importance - yet most will find it hard to find its relevance in their own lives
abarrera's review
5.0
I'm not a big fan of business books. I believe most of them should be restricted to a blog post or a series of posts at most. However, I have to say that Ball's metaverse book was a happy surprise. The Metaverse is such a fud that it's very easy to slide into snake oil territory. Nonetheless, Ball builds up a book that stays away from the bullshit, building up the concept and current situation with great care, knowledge, and strategic insight. I did know about many parts of the story he tells, but I think it's a smart way to pad new disruptions with the backstory or even examples in other domains as to drive the point. I mention this because those in tech probably will find some of his takes on certain areas (i.e. Blockchain) a bit simplified, but in others, he's really knowledgeable and it shows.
If anything, I would have loved for him to include more about the Metaverse in Asia. He touches upon South Korea, Japan, and China (especially at the very end) but I feel it would have improved a bit if it wasn't so Western-centric.
Besides that, it's a great book for anyone trying to get a solid foundation around the biggest challenges around the Metaverse concept.
If anything, I would have loved for him to include more about the Metaverse in Asia. He touches upon South Korea, Japan, and China (especially at the very end) but I feel it would have improved a bit if it wasn't so Western-centric.
Besides that, it's a great book for anyone trying to get a solid foundation around the biggest challenges around the Metaverse concept.