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Following the PRISMA flow for identification and screening to structure transparency, we review 91 publications to map the shift from classical and digital models to metaverse models, highlighting new value propositions, revenue mechanisms, and the integration of VR, AR, and blockchain across the value chain. Our contributions are threefold: we articulate the transition patterns from classical and digital to metaverse business models; we propose a structured metaverse business framework with evaluation dimensions; and we compile a candidate metric set to support comparative analysis. Interpreting the evidence through a socio-technical systems lens, the synthesis indicates an emergent shift in how value is created, delivered, and captured. 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