[Vma plus Co., Ltd.] Started offering the professional version of the plugin “Vma plus Station” that allows you to create a metaverse with WordPress
*Vma plus Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 13, 2024
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Started offering the professional version of “Vma plus Station”, a plugin that allows you to create a metaverse in WordPress
*Aiming for a future in which 5 billion people use Metaverse on a daily basis by 2030, we will contribute to the spread of Metaverse through WordPress plugins. *
* Vma is in charge of content planning and direction for Metaverse Web3. plus (Vma plus) Co., Ltd. (Head office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Representative: Toru Tsuda) is a plugin that allows you to create a metaverse in WordPress.
We are pleased to inform you that the pro version (paid version) of “Station” will be available from September 13, 2024. *
* What is the WordPress plugin “Vma plus Station”? *
“Vma plus
The “Station” plugin is a plugin (a mechanism for adding functionality to homepages) for the CMS “WordPress” for creating blogs and websites. WordPress
Anyone can easily build a Metaverse on their website by installing it on .
On July 17, 2024, we released a light version (free version) in which only basic functions can be used, and as of September 13, we have received 677 downloads. WordPress
Now anyone can easily create a Metaverse, and more than 670 Metaverses have been created in the two months since its release.
Additionally, after the release, we have seen posts on social media saying things like “It’s fun to be able to create a Metaverse with a WordPress plugin!” and “Being able to implement a Metaverse on your site has a huge impact!”
In response to such feedback, we have further enhanced the
functionality of the professional version (paid version) that we are releasing this time, evolving it into a plug-in that can be used by more people in a variety of usage scenarios.
Upgrade contents
The Pro version allows you to create a more flexible and diverse Metaverse space than the Lite version, making it easy for anyone to create their own virtual world, from first-time users to
professionals. It has become. This has expanded the range of uses for the Metaverse, making it possible to provide new possibilities in a wide variety of fields such as business, entertainment, and education.
1. Creating multiple metaverse spaces
In the light version, which only has basic functions, you could only create one metaverse space, but in the pro version, you can create multiple metaverse spaces at the same time. For example, it is possible to prepare multiple virtual spaces depending on the purpose, such as a shopping space, an exhibition space for products and works, etc., and allow visitors to experience different content in each space.
2. Improved freedom of world selection
The types of metaverse spaces that can be selected have also been expanded, and you can now choose your favorite world from multiple themes such as gallery type, oracle card, branding type, and original. For example, you can easily choose a space with the atmosphere and functionality that best suits your purpose, such as a gallery-type room for exhibiting art works, or a lotus-shaped oracle card room for meditation or spiritual experiences.
3. Create your own original world
With the pro version, you can now upload your own 3D worlds and create your own metaverse. With the introduction of this world upload function, infinite possibilities will expand depending on the user’s ideas, such as creating a custom space that matches the brand or preparing a special space depending on the usage purpose. This function is ideal for companies and creators who want to create a “metaverse that reflects their ideal world view.”
4. More freedom in avatar selection
In the Lite version, only robot-type avatars were available, but in the Pro version, you can now choose a human-type avatar. Metaverse platform “Vma
plus
By applying the same consistent design as “Station”, the metaverse space on the metaverse platform and the metaverse space created with plug-ins will not look disjointed, providing a unified visual space. 5. Even more fun with avatar action
In the pro version, you can now perform avatar actions such as towel spinning, clapping, and jumping. Although you cannot see other avatars, you can now move around freely in the space and use various actions to enjoy the virtual experience even more.
Lite version/Pro version comparison table
*Lite version (free version)* *Pro version (paid version)*
*Enterprise version*
*Price* Free $300 (tax included/one-time purchase) *
* A place to create a metaverse space * Your own WordPress Your own WordPress Vma plus server
*Number of metaverse spaces that can be created* 1 area Multiple areas 1 area * Metaverse type * Gallery type metaverse selectable
・Gallery type metaverse
・Branding type metaverse
・Oracle Card Metaverse
Lotus room
・You can select the world you created yourself.
・Gallery type metaverse
・Branding type metaverse
・Entrance type metaverse
・Market type metaverse
・Live type metaverse
・Original Metaverse
* Images that can be set* Up to 18 ・Gallery type Metaverse
└ Up to 18 sheets
・Branding type metaverse
└ Up to 6 pieces
・Oracle Card Metaverse
Lotus room
└ Up to 6 pieces
・World created by yourself
└ Up to 18 sheets –
* Your avatar type * Robot avatar selectable
(Robot type avatar/humanoid avatar) selectable
(Robot type avatar/humanoid avatar)
*Other avatars* Not visible Not visible Seen
*EC function* × × 〇
*Avatar action* × ・Towel spinning
·applause
・Jump 〇
*Live streaming* × × 〇
* Floor movement* × × 〇
*Text chat*
*Voice chat*
× × 〇
*Other activity functions* × × 〇
*MetaZIPANG placement* No No Yes
*…Please contact us for information on enterprise version costs.
Background of WordPress plugin development
* 1. Current status and challenges of the metaverse *
It is expected that by 2030, 5 billion people, or approximately 60% of the world’s population, will be using the Metaverse on a daily basis. However, at this point, there are many people who have never touched the Metaverse, and many say they do not know how to use or access it.
In fact, the Metaverse is used in many fields such as business, education, and entertainment, but it is still difficult for general users who are not familiar with gaming devices or digital devices to use it. Removing this wall and creating an environment where anyone can easily use the Metaverse is a very important issue for the growth of the Metaverse.
* 2. Vma plus vision “Metaverse of 5 billion people” *
Under such circumstances, we at Vma
plus Inc. is working to realize a future in which 5 billion people use the Metaverse on a daily basis by 2030. However, in order to move closer to that future, it is essential to create a system that allows people who have never touched the Metaverse to experience it more easily.
Therefore, we created the WordPress plugin “Vma plus” that allows you to easily create a metaverse space without any special skills or expertise.
Station” has been developed. This plugin opens up the Metaverse to more people, making it easier for anyone to step into the Metaverse world.
* 3. Why did you choose WordPress on the Web2 platform? *
The reason we chose WordPress for Web2 is that WordPress is already widely used, and by incorporating Metaverse into its environment, we can smoothly connect Metaverse and Web2 and provide a stepping stone to naturally transition to the world of Web3. This is because I thought that this might be the case.
As mentioned earlier, while the Metaverse is evolving along with Web3 technology, the hurdles to achieving it are still high for many people. However, WordPress is used by hundreds of millions of websites around the world, and because you can easily create a website without any special skills or knowledge, it is a platform that is familiar to a wide range of users. By taking advantage of the popularity and familiarity of WordPress, we have made it possible to lower the entrance to the Metaverse and provide an environment where more people can easily experience the Metaverse space.
* 4. A new metaverse experience with the pro version *
The Pro version now available has many additional features compared to the LITE version, allowing for even more diverse Metaverse
experiences. In the professional version, multiple metaverse spaces can be created at the same time, allowing users to use the spaces according to their purposes.
In addition, the selection of various worlds and the types and actions of avatars are expanded, making it possible to create a dynamic and participatory virtual experience that goes beyond a mere exhibition space, making it more realistic and interactive than could be achieved with traditional online content. It creates a lot of interaction. This will expand the use of Metaverse in a variety of situations, including business promotion, education, entertainment, events, and portfolio use.
Future prospects
In order to provide users with a more diverse experience, Vma plus Co., Ltd. has launched the plugin “Vma
plus
We will continue to further expand the functions of “Station”. Additionally, we aim to steadily increase the number of people involved in Metaverse by creating an environment where even those who are new to Metaverse or are unfamiliar with technology can use it with peace of mind.
With the aim of “a future in which 5 billion people will use the Metaverse on a daily basis by 2030,” we hope that through this plug-in, people who feel that the Metaverse is still far away will be able to feel the Metaverse more familiar. We will continue to contribute to the spread of
How to use (steps for upgrading to the pro version)
Step1: Install the lite version of the plugin on your WordPress Step2: Click the “Upgrade” link on the plugin confirmation screen Step3: Purchase the pro version plug-in from the purchase site Step 4: Obtain the license key used for license authentication of the professional version plug-in
Step 5: Activate the pro version plugin with the obtained license key
View gallery type metaverse demo You can access gallery-type metaverse spaces built using metaverse plugins. It can be accessed from a PC/smartphone/tablet.
▼Click here for detailed information and installation instructions for the plugin.
https://ja.wordpress.org/plugins/vma-plus-station/#description
* [Pro version Metaverse web screen display image] *
Gallery type metaverse
Oracle Card Metaverse Lotus Room
Branding type metaverse
Original Metaverse image image
* [Pro version management screen image] *
PRO version management screen image
PRO version management screen image
PRO version management screen image
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