This paper presents a bibliometric analysis aimed at evaluating the available published literature on the technologies of Extended Reality (XR), which encompass Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) in the field of urban heritage preservation, with a special focus on pandemic plans in Malaysia. The research map facilitates the identification of existing research trends, key contributors, geographical representation, thematic grouping, and patterns of collaboration. As demonstrated, the authors find that there has been a steady increase in XR-related heritage studies over the past few years, followed by a conspicuous decline in recent years, which can be explained by indexing delays or shifts in academic concerns. The United States proves to be one of the main contributors to the sphere, and several influential writers have helped to develop it. Additionally, thematic combinations such as technological developments and educational practices, as well as human-centered design, are the most important ones. Although little scholarship related to this field exists in Malaysia, local sources promoting XR work projects (in heritage destinations, like George Town and Melaka) demonstrate interest, and prospects are on an upward trend. The research also provides practical considerations and suggestions for Malaysian policymakers, heritage planners, and higher learning institutions. These recommendations aim to reinforce XR in urban heritage preservation through strategic partnerships and culturally appropriate innovations.

Extended Reality, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Heritage Preservation, Urban Conservation, Bibliometric Analysis, Cultural Heritage, Digital Technologies