For many years, the "big tech" companies have continuously promised virtual worlds, but in reality, they have built closed ecosystems where users are controlled and profits are concentrated in the hands of corporations. Somnia emerges as a bold move, opening up a completely different direction: instead of concentrating power in a company, @Somnia_Network creates an open, decentralized metaverse that belongs to the participants themselves.
Self-custody identity – true control of the user One of the key pillars of #Somnia is self-sovereign identity (self-sovereign identity). Currently, everyone has a myriad of accounts scattered across different platforms – Facebook, Google, games, exchanges… – and all are in the hands of service providers. Somnia changes that: users only need a single, secure identity, controlled by themselves, and can carry this identity across games, applications, and the digital space.
Digital assets truly belong to the users In centralized systems, all digital assets – from character skins, avatars, to virtual land – are "locked" in a specific platform. When the platform shuts down or changes its policies, the assets essentially lose their value. Somnia, on the other hand, introduces a completely different approach: assets are tokenized, becoming transferable, tradable, and usable across various experiences. For instance, an outfit purchased in game A can be used in game B. This creates real value for both players and creators.
The decentralized economy in the metaverse Somnia is not only about technology but also establishes an internal economic system. Instead of relying on centralized payment gateways, Somnia allows digital assets to be traded, rented, or used to generate profits. Creators can mint ( to create ) an item and immediately lease it for profit. Players can invest in virtual land and earn income from it. Thanks to this, the metaverse is not only a place of consumption but also becomes a dynamic financial ecosystem, where assets are constantly moving and generating value for the community.
Interoperability – the key to connecting the digital world An open metaverse will be meaningless if the worlds remain disconnected. Therefore, interoperability ( is at the core of Somnia. This infrastructure allows: Users move between spaces without barriers. Developers can easily integrate applications and services. Communities can collaborate, connect, and scale their activities. All of these create a seamless and unified experience – a true metaverse network.
Decentralized governance – fair and transparent Unlike technology companies where decision-making power lies with the leadership, Somnia empowers the community with governance. Important decisions are made by the users and contributors themselves, ensuring that the system operates transparently, fairly, and reliably.
Culture and economy led by the community Somnia not only brings technological or financial benefits but also creates a cultural space: Players are free to express themselves. Artists and creators can share, build, and reach users without going through the censorship of "gatekeepers". The community can develop the economy directly, instead of allowing value to be appropriated by corporations.
Challenges and Prospects Of course, Somnia also faces significant challenges: scaling the user base, enhancing the experience, and encouraging widespread participation. However, with a core philosophy based on ownership, interoperability, and fairness, Somnia has a distinct advantage in becoming a pioneering platform in the open metaverse era.
Conclusion
Somnia is not just a blockchain technology project. It is a vision of a new metaverse – a place where players, creators, and the community come together to build and benefit together. A digital world not just for fun, but also for ownership, creation, and development.