Table 3.

Identification of advantages and disadvantages about the Metaverse.

Pros	Cons
Improved resource management in urban centers	Economic gaps may not be solved and could worsen urban inequality
Reduced testing and modeling costs through digital twins technology	Inclusivity may be limited due to the cost of hardware, potentially perpetuating social segregation
Potential to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions through decreased travel	Ethics, privacy, and security issues may arise, hindering adoption
Enhanced social interactions and inclusivity	Blind and deaf people may not be able to interact in the Metaverse
Tourism benefits such as phygital experiences, preservation of heritage sites, and increased financial resources for tourism-related businesses	Some physical activities cannot be replicated in the virtual environment
Potential for improved urban planning, transit, energy generation, health, education, entertainment, and other dimensions affecting quality of life.	Serious concerns with issues such as surveillance, marginalization, and dystopianism, requiring explicit process and practices for enhancing public participation and allowing democracy to shape and control the development of the Metaverse.