In 2020, video calls will become a daily drudgery for office workers, leading to feelings of alienation and exhaustion. Extended reality (XR) emerged to smooth the downsides of videoconferencing, creating a closed-off digital space with lenses and headphones that fully immerse individuals in a simulation. Tech giants and workplace consultants predicted XR would revolutionize knowledge-work offices; however, the wide-scale workplace revolution hasn't panned out, and workers aren't spending all day every day in the metaverse. Experts argue that virtual reality (VR) can be easier to master than video call or teleconference technology due to its closer interaction with people. However, barriers to widespread XR adoption remain, including price, comfort, and the uncanny valley effect in AR. Researchers are still unsure about the usefulness of AR for day-to-day office work, especially compared to specialized applications.