Decoding Public Sentiments: A Topic Modeling Analysis of the Metaverse Using Reddit Discourse

Lekhika Sharma (), Neeraj Kaushik () and Tanvi Sharma ()
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Lekhika Sharma: National Institute of Technology
Neeraj Kaushik: National Institute of Technology
Tanvi Sharma: Government Medical College & Hospital

A chapter in XR and Metaverse, 2025, pp 313-324 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract This paper examines the public perception of the metaverse through a comprehensive analysis of discussions on social media platforms. Utilising data from Reddit, we employed topic modeling, and sentiment analysis to uncover the current state, topics, sentiment orientation, and public concerns regarding the metaverse. Our findings indicate that while there is a general positive sentiment towards the metaverse, there are also concerns about its potential negative implications. Additionally, we observed a significant interest in the metaverse’s potential to transform the lives of individuals with disabilities. Our study provides valuable insights into how the public perceives the metaverse, which can help businesses, government entities, and other stakeholders in developing policies and products that align with public sentiment and address concerns.

Keywords: Metaverse; Reddit; Text analysis; Topic modelling; Sentiment analysis (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-77975-6_24

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