Epic Games Doubles Down on Metaverse Vision

Epic Games has showcased its latest features and tools at GDC, marking a significant step towards its metaverse vision. The company is focusing on expanding Fortnite's creative possibilities beyond shooters and building an ecosystem based on fairness. CEO Tim Sweeney and EVP Saxs Persson discuss the company's approach to the metaverse, including its Creator Economy 2.0, which will see Epic share 40% of Fortnite's net revenues with creators. The company is also introducing a new programming language, Verse, designed to be accessible and powerful for building metaverse experiences. Epic's vision for the metaverse is centered around openness, interconnection, and real-world experiences with friends.