The Observer Conversation: Are virtual worlds more interesting than the real one?
Do computer games merely simulate and exaggerate life? Or can they be so immersive that they surpass the real thing? Paul MacInnes and Observer video games editor Giles Richards canvass games bloggers and industry insiders to find out.
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Tags: Games, Second Life, technology, the guardian, World of Warcraft
March 23rd, 2010 at 10:41 am
The “stimulation” …
The “stimulation” they talk about is just one dimensional, it’s not enough to replace human interaction. That’s also the reason why games get boring so fast.
March 23rd, 2010 at 10:41 am
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March 23rd, 2010 at 10:41 am
To be honest, i am, …
To be honest, i am, as well, worried about the potential video games have to seduce the people who doesn´t do so well in the real world. It can be, definitely, a distraction way bigger than most usual entertainment forms.
March 23rd, 2010 at 10:41 am
-’, where is my …
-’, where is my edit button?
March 23rd, 2010 at 10:41 am
Down with the …
Down with the social stigma’s! To arms!
March 23rd, 2010 at 10:41 am
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