With this update to NHL Blast, including the new 3D visualization of its All-Star game, the league is looking build on its efforts to drum up interest in the sports league with younger consumers.
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Discussion Questions:
- What is the metaverse?
- Why would a sports league like the NHL be interested in establishing a presence in the metaverse?
- Have you ever had an interaction with a brand in the metaverse?
- Do you think young sports fans spend time in the metaverse? Why or why not?
- Based on what you learned in this story, describe what the NHL is doing on Roblox.
- What is “NHL Blast” and how might the league benefit from the program?
- What is fan engagement?
- How do you think marketers can measure engagement?
- Why do you think measuring engagement is important?
- According to this news story, how many people have visited NHL Blast on Roblox? How many hours have been played? How might that data help provide an indication of engagement?