A virtual world, also called 3D Metaverse, is a computer-based simulated environment intended for its users to inhabit and interact via avatars. Avatars are usually depicted as textual, two-dimensional, or three-dimensional graphical representations, although other forms are possible(auditory and touch sensations for example). Some, but not all, virtual worlds allow for multiple users.
Users can chat with friends, listen to music, watch videos, play games, organize parties and have fun in a graphically rich environment, accessible instantly from any standard web browser.