What Is Decentraland? A Guide to the Virtual Reality World

Jim Haastrup
3 Min Read

Virtual reality is all the rage right now, and there is a good reason for that. It offers an escape from the real world and allows people to explore new and exciting worlds. Decentraland is one of the most popular virtual reality platforms available, and in this article, we will explain what it is and how you can get started with it!

What Is Decentraland?

Decentraland is a virtual reality world that allows users to explore and interact with different landscapes, worlds, and experiences. It is an entirely decentralized platform, so there is no central authority controlling it. This makes Decentraland a more democratic and egalitarian platform, as users can control their own experiences and interactions within the VR world.

How Do I Get Started With Decentraland?

Getting started with Decentraland is very easy. First, you will need to download the official client application. Once you have done that, you can create an account and explore the world! You can also use the client application to buy land in Decentraland, priced in MANA, the platform’s native cryptocurrency. You can purchase land with Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Litecoin. The metaverse VR world is a unique place to be.

What Can I Do In Decentraland?

Some of the most popular activities include:

  • Building and decorating your own virtual home
  • Playing virtual world games with other users
  • Exploring different worlds and landscapes
  • Participating in online auctions and marketplaces
  • Meeting new people from all over the world!
  • Cryptovoxels is an open-world exploration game. It allows players to build their virtual cities and explore them with friends! There are currently more than 100 different worlds explorable in this game
  • CryptoKitties, which allows users to breed digital cats for profit or fun! You can also trade kitties with other players who might have something you want
  • Decentraland Poker is a game that allows players to bet and win MANA tokens and is one of the most popular games on the platform right now!

With this overview of Decentraland, you can start using it. Thanks for reading!

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Jim Haastrup is a blockchain and technical writer at Voice of Crypto, where he covers cryptocurrency, NFTs, DeFi, GameFi, and the Metaverse. Before joining Voice of Crypto in 2022, he spent over three years as a senior technical writer across multiple blockchain projects, including Hashtoken, Naxar, and Bino, where he specialized in whitepapers, technical documentation, and content strategy for decentralized finance applications. Jim began his career as a junior technical writer at RM in Canada before advancing to lead technical writing roles at Bulltoken, a cryptocurrency crowdfunding platform in Norway. Throughout his career, he has authored more than 800 articles and collaborated with development teams to translate complex blockchain protocols into accessible content for diverse audiences including developers, investors, and crypto enthusiasts. His work spans ICO/STO/IDO research and analysis, cryptocurrency market trend forecasting, and social media management for crypto brands. Jim has helped numerous startups build their online presence through strategic content marketing, technical whitepapers, and pitch deck development. Jim graduated from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Nigeria with a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering in 2021. Disclosure: No significant crypto holdings.