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Overview – What is the Metaverse?

The metaverse is a shared, virtual space powered by immersive technologies like Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and 3D environments. It’s an interactive, persistent digital world where people can explore, connect, and transact just like in real life—but with enhanced convenience, creativity, and engagement.

Think of it as the internet reimagined: not just something you browse, but a place you can step into, navigate, and truly experience.

As a true pioneer in digital banking, Allied Bank took an early step into the metaverse by launching Pakistan’s first virtual presence. Now, building on this innovation, Allied Bank has revamped the Metaverse, introducing a visually enhanced, more feature-rich, and user-friendly version that delivers an even more interactive digital experience.

What’s New in the Revamped Metaverse?

Allied Bank’s Metaverse now offers an enhanced, immersive experience with a redesigned 3D environment and interactive tools that blend digital banking with customer engagement.

Enhanced Visual Environment

  • Realistic 3D branch with lifelike graphics

  • Seamless navigation and user-friendly interface

Avatar Customization & Interaction

  • Personalize avatars with name and appearance options

  • Interact using gestures, take snapshots, and chat live with other visitors

  • Instantly explore sections through an interactive map

Interactive Banking Tools

  • Explore digital banking services in a fully virtual setting

  • View all debit and credit card types with key benefits

  • Experience ITM, ATM, CRM, Interactive Table, and self-service kiosk in the Digital Lobby

  • Access digital lockers with a cutting-edge robotic hand interface

Product & Information Zones, Entertainment & Feedback

  • Discover ABL’s journey through an interactive corporate history timeline

  • Explore Islamic banking products including current, savings, and exclusive accounts

  • Access conventional banking offerings: current, savings, digital, business, and exclusive accounts

  • Learn about loan options for car, home, personal, SME, business, agricultural, solar, and electric scooty financing

  • Discover social channels through the Social Media Icons Wall

  • A vibrant display of Allied Bank’s awards and recognitions, celebrating excellence across various domains

  • An Entertainment Zone featuring a virtual café and interactive games such as item matching, darts, dice rolling, basketball, a virtual piano, and a punching machine

  • Share your experience using the integrated feedback tool for ratings and suggestions

Web (Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Opera GX)

Web users (on PC or laptop) can follow the steps below to access the Metaverse:

  • Click the button below to register on the website and create your avatar, login through your account, or you can login as a guest to access the Allied Bank Metaverse.


Allied Bank Metaverse

Website Visit Guidelines

  • Device Compatibility: Desktop/Laptop with  minimum 5th generation processor, 8GB RAM and a dedicated GPU (Graphics Processing Unit).
  • Internet: Stable high-speed connection recommended, 10mbps speed is preferable

How to Access the Metaverse via Meta Quest VR Headset

Follow these steps to set up your Meta Quest and enter the Allied Bank Metaverse:

Step 1: Set Up the Meta Quest App on Your Phone

  • Download the Meta Horizon app from the Google Play Store or App Store.
  • Open the app and log in with your Facebook (Meta) account.

Step 2: Connect and Log In on Your Meta Quest Headset

  • Turn on your headset.
  • Log in using the same Facebook (Meta) account.

Step 3: Install SideQuest on Your PC/Laptop

  • Go to SideQuest.
  • Download and install the SideQuest app.

Step 4: Pair Your Headset with Bluetooth

  • Open the Meta Horizon app on your phone. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
  • The app will automatically search for your headset. When your Meta Quest headset appears, tap on it.
  • Confirm the pairing to connect your phone with the headset.

(used for enabling Developer Mode or managing the device settings)

Step 5: Turn On Developer Mode

In the Meta Horizon app on your phone:

  • Tap Menu > Devices > Developer Mode.
  • Switch Developer Mode ON.

register as a developer at developer.oculus.com.

Step 6: Connect Your Headset to the Computer

  • Plug your Meta Quest headset into your PC/Laptop using a USB cable.
  • Inside the headset, allow data access and USB debugging (tick “Always allow”).

Step 7: Install the Metaverse APK

  • Open SideQuest on your PC/Laptop. Make sure your headset shows as “Connected”.
  • Click the down-arrow icon (“Install APK from folder”).
  • Select the Allied Bank Metaverse file (download it using the button below, on your PC or laptop) and install it.


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Final Step: Launch the App in VR

  • Put on your headset.
  • Go to Apps > Unknown Sources.
  • Open the Allied Bank Metaverse app and explore!
  • To register (required for VR login), please use the below Web Version button.


Allied Bank Metaverse

Requirements:

  • Internet: Stable high-speed connection recommended, 10mbps speed is preferable
  • Device: Any Android VR headset, We recommend Meta Quest Devices
  • Software: Ensure your headset has the latest firmware updated
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