JD has enthusiastically embraced the possibilities of the metaverse; its most recent endeavor is the ‘King of the Game’ Crayta universe, which features arcade-style components in an effort to connect the sneakerhead community and the gaming community. 32 superstars from the worlds of sport, entertainment, and popular music, including Kano, KSI, Chunkz, Tobi Brown, and Anthony Joshua, are available for players to choose from as they enter a mysterious, neon-lit arcade tucked away in the back of a mall.
Streetwear fans can create custom avatars in the new JD Sports: ‘King of the Game’ metaverse game and explore minigames in Crayta's JD arcade while competing against friends on table football, pinball, claw machines, and other vintage arcade games.
Arcade-Style Metaverse Games
JD Sports Steps into the Metaverse with 'King of the Game'
Trend Themes
1. Metaverse Gaming - Expanding into metaverse games presents an opportunity for sport, entertainment, and popular music industries in creating immersive experiences for fans.
2. Arcade-style Gaming - Incorporating arcade-style gameplay elements in metaverse games creates an opportunity for retro-inspired gaming experiences in the esports and gaming industries.
3. Custom Avatar Creation - The trend of custom avatar creation in metaverse games presents an opportunity for the fashion and retail industries in creating virtual fashion lines and experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Esports - Esports industry can benefit from incorporating arcade-style gameplay components in metaverse games and creating immersive experiences for fans.
2. Gaming - Gaming industry can leverage metaverse gaming trend and create retro-inspired gaming experiences featuring arcade-style gameplay elements.
3. Fashion and Retail - Fashion and retail industry can incorporate custom avatar creation trend in metaverse games and create virtual fashion lines and experiences.