what's CALIVERSE?

CALIVERSE is a hyper-realistic metaverse platform built with Unreal Engine 5, blending photorealistic graphics with real-life images through patented interactive technology. It offers immersive experiences including FPS battles on planetary environments like PLANET IGM26_FPS, VR applications, 3D content creation via workshops, and diverse activities such as farming, fishing, and quests. As part of Lotte Group's expansion into Web3, CALIVERSE features NFT collections like Pioneer and Citizen NFTs to commemorate user participation, Galxe quests for community engagement, and an emerging CALIUM economic ecosystem. It supports content creation, multiplayer interactions, and collaborations in gaming, shopping, and live events, aiming for a seamless fusion of virtual and real worlds.

CALIVERSE conducted layoffs, retaining core staff; also received $48M in investment from Lotte.