Beyond Pixels and Play: Shurick Agapitov's Once Upon Tomorrow Reimagines the Metaverse
January 30, 2024
In the ever-changing world of technology, no one sees the potential for future advancements quite like Shurick Agapitov. Founder of Xsolla, a leading video game commerce company and a renowned innovator in gaming, Web3, and the Metaverse, Agapitov has unveiled his groundbreaking new book, Once Upon Tomorrow. In his exploration into the possibilities of the Metaverse, Agapitov offers a unique take on what he believes is the future of the digital frontier.
Xsolla is born
Agapitov's journey began with Xsolla, a company he founded in 2005. Xsolla has empowered thousands of game developers and publishers to accelerate their businesses, providing various tools and services designed to take their companies to the next level. As a pioneer in game commerce, Xsolla tackles the challenges of international distribution, marketing, and monetization, and enables its partners to reach new audiences, generate more revenue, and forge meaningful connections with gamers worldwide.
“This book is my invitation to creators, thinkers, and dreamers across the globe to join in shaping a future where technology amplifies human potential and fosters a world of limitless possibilities.”
- Shurick Agapitov, Founder of Xsolla and acclaimed author of Once Upon Tomorrow.
A vision of the future
In his new book, Agapitov invites us to imagine and build a future where technology goes beyond its limitations and fuels progress for all, becoming a tool for advancement and equality. The Metaverse is not about control or confinement. It’s about unlocking creativity and the entrepreneurial spirit in every individual. Once Upon Tomorrow charts its own path from traditional conversations about the Metaverse. Agapitov explores the possibilities of the Metaverse, touching on various aspects that he believes can benefit from this new technology, like:- Bringing brands together to create immersive consumer experiences across all industries, like fashion, healthcare, and entertainment
- Transforming traditional education methods and creating more accessibility for all
- Decentralizing technology and giving creative communities more control, not just Silicon Valley
- Collaborating across borders, fostering cultural exchange on a global scale, and creating a platform for better government relations
Calling all creators and dreamers
Once Upon Tomorrow is more than just a book. It's a call to action. Agapitov invites us to use technology as a tool to empower ourselves and build a more inclusive, innovative, and limitless future. Whether you're a seasoned creator, a curious thinker, or simply a dreamer with a head full of possibilities, Once Upon Tomorrow is an invitation you can't refuse. Join Shurick Agapitov on this journey and discover the true potential of the Metaverse – a future where your only limit is your imagination. Ready to explore this groundbreaking vision for yourself? Grab your copy of Once Upon Tomorrow and prepare to be inspired!
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