Epic and LEGO strive to create a world that’s safe for kids and supports their creativity.
Epic Games and The LEGO Group are teaming up to develop a new metaverse to serve as a playground for children. Details are scarce as neither company revealed or said anything about what this new metaverse will entail. No one knows if this will be an open sandbox for kids to play in or a game with defined goals. There’s also no information as to when it will launch or on what platforms. What is known, however, are the three main principles fueling development with a major focus on safety. According to the two companies, their metaverse will make children’s “safety and wellbeing a priority”, protect player privacy, and give them the tools to control their own experience. CEO of The LEGO Group Niels B Christiansen said there’s an opportunity for kids to “…develop life-long skills such as creativity, collaboration, and communication…” in a safe and positive environment.
