Solana’s metaverse projects leverage its technical edge—parallel execution via Sealevel and GPU-optimized smart contracts—to deliver seamless virtual experiences. For example, the 2025 launch of "Solanart World" saw 50,000 concurrent users trading virtual land and NFTs without lag, a feat unmatched by Ethereum L2s. This usability drives SOL’s price: each 10% increase in metaverse-related SOL transactions correlates with a 3-5% price rise, according to on-chain analytics. User feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 85% of metaverse users preferring Solana’s cost efficiency. As metaverse VC funding hits $7B in 2025, Solana’s 35% market share in this space could propel SOL toward $200, provided network outages (now rare post-Firedancer) remain non-issues.