Virtual Reality
My simplified understanding of virtual reality is a combination of computerize settings, allowing an individual to create and to act in accordance to a cybernetic identity. Consequently, I want to discuss characteristics of virtual reality created within a life simulation computer game, a graphical instant messaging client, and a free MMORPG versus a paid MMORPG.
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Developer: Beijing Perfect World
Released Date: July 1, 2009
Description: Similar to other MMORPGs, Ether Saga allows a player to suppose the role of a fictional character to level up, explore various zones, combat monsters, and earn noble titles.
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Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Released Date: November 23, 2004
Description: World of Warcraft, the fourth released game set of Warcraft Universe, is described as players assuming the roles of Warcraft heroes as they explore, adventure, and quest across a vast world. World of Warcraft allows thousands of players to interact within the same world. Whether adventuring together or fighting against each other in epic battles, players will form friendships, forge alliances, and compete with enemies for power and glory.
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Developer: Maxis
Released Date:
The Sims – February 4, 2000
The Sims 2 – September 14, 2004
The Sims 3 – June 2, 2009
Description: The Sims—The Sims I, The Sims II, The Sims III. In The Sims, you can create your own Sim, construct your shelter of preference, work in a career of your choice, and have friendly to intimate relationships. Over the years, Maxis gradually advanced The Sims to more detailed graphics and include functions such as allowing players to view The Sims world in 3D. Up to The Sims III, players can now view houses and neighborhoods in one continuous map.
Developer: IMVU
Released Date: April 2, 2004
Description: How many of you know about instant messaging? Great! Nowadays, instant messaging has advanced to graphical instant messaging. Through research I found a graphical instant messaging client called IMVU. Based on IMVU Incorporation's description, IMVU is “a social network and 3D virtual world where millions of people meet, chat and have fun in animated 3D scenes. You can shop and dress up your avatar with your own personalized look, design and decorate your own 3D space, and connect with new people from around the world.”
