"Is Second Life honestly better than Utherverse?"

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nina node news

nina wants, well...see for yourself.

"how many people are familiar with utherverse? this is that red light game yes?"

"i knew there were quite a few that came from the rlc. im just thinking about how a non-sl virtual world can be better represented on gV."

"can we please avoid drama in the no drama thread?"

"my goal wouldnt be so much an active recruitment exercise so much as an effort to make gV more relevant to existing utherpeeps. im not really concerned how it might 'go over' so far as drama and such. im not really into that sort of thing. i simply see something that needs to be done and am looking to do it."

"i cant believe we dont have a list of all known virtual worlds! see, this is what i was on about earlier. gV needs a list of virtual worlds at minimum, and a detailed review of each of them at best."

"the question is if theyd rather have me cluelessly importing rss and posting not only shallow content, but possibly inaccurate or outdated content... or perhaps give me a bit of guidance?"

"this isnt about direct recruitment. its about gV fitting its role better. sure, we could just roll out a dead empty node for every virtual world running. but i was thinking more in line with articles or write ups on different things. maybe even using the gV integrated wiki for something. whatever it is, it must be done right. there is no super rush to get anything done immediately."

Links:
http://gotvirtual.net/community/threads/utherverse.2496/
http://gotvirtual.net/community/threads/strange-new-worlds.2504/#post-113604
http://gotvirtual.net/community/threads/utherverse-redlight-center-virtual-world-on-thegrid-a-mature-area17-nsfw-red-thread.1180/

Virtual Worlds

How many are there?  Who do they cater to?  What are the pros and cons of each?  What kind of reviews do they get?  Who has this info?  Where's a list with good and quick at-a-glance info and links?  There are gaming blogs and sites all over the place, right?

We had a list of virtual worlds on RLetc.com that was pretty extensive, some 30 or 40 sites or more on the list, but it would take me a while to build up a list like that again, I think, assuming I should decide to, that is.

I'll start here.

1. 3D Chat
2. Active Worlds
3. Blue Mars
4. Cybertown
5. DC Universe Online
6. Dungeons & Dragons Online
   
7. Entropia Universe
8. EVE Online
9. IMVU
10. Inworldz
11. Muse
12. OpenSim
13. Second Life
14. Star Trek Online (STO)
15. Utherverse
16. World of Warcraft

I think I'll end there too.


There's a lot of 'em about!  (I say we get together a petition to get Scott Jennings to do a review and keep it current.  Who's with me?  lol  I'd try to wrangle Stephie, but I'm averse to claw marks.)


Here are some sites that list and review virtual worlds:

1. Game Ogre
2. mmohut Game List
3. Virtual World
4. Virtual Worlds 3D
5. Virtual Worlds Review

Links:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Mars
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dungeons_%26_Dragons_Online
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eve_Online
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Second_life
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Star_Trek_Online
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Utherverse
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_of_Warcraft
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_world
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_environment
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massively_multiplayer_online_game
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MMORPG
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_Interaction_via_MMORPGs
http://acrossthegridwithlindal.blogspot.com/2011/07/other-worlds.html
http://iliveisl.com/
http://www.virtualworld.com/
http://mmohuts.com/gamelist
http://www.virtualworldsreview.com/

Brace Yourself, Bridget (Kerbal Space Program)

Stephie is preparing to unleash the Lee beast on yet another world.

[7/27/2011 11:59:16 PM] Steph: You have to try this  :D :D :D :D :D :D :D

This will not end well.

From the Kerbal Space Program "About" page:

"Kerbal Space Program is a multi-genre game where the player can create his own space program.


In KSP, you must build a space-worthy craft, capable of flying it's crew out into space, without killing them.At your disposal is a collection of parts, which must be assembled to create a functional ship. Each part has it's own function and will affect the way a ship flies (or doesn't).So strap yourself in, and get ready to try some Rocket Science!


Main Features:


● The Vehicle Assembly Building. allows players to build spacecraft out of any imaginable combination of parts.● Fully-fledged, Physics-based Flight Simulation ensures everything will fly (and crash) as it should.● Procedural Terrain delivers detailed terrain at a vast scale. The Kerbal Planet is 600km in radius!● Mod-enabled, allows players to create new content and modify the game.● Ship systems. Keep an eye out for engine temperatures and fuel levels, and try not to explode.● Build ships with multiple stages, and jettison parts away as they burn out.● Full control over the staging sequence allows for complex ships and advanced functionality.

Planned Features:


● Take on Missions to attract interest in your Space Program. Or use the Mission Planner to create your own missions.● Manage your Space Program. Hire astronauts, train them, research and improve parts.● Fly out to Moons and other Planets● Build Space Stations, and surface bases on other worlds.

And a whole lot more!

KSP is still under development, so many things are not yet as they should be. We are working hard to be constantly improving the game however, and it will be regularly updated with bug fixes and new content, so make sure to check back for new versions. We are also always listening to feedback from the players, and we welcome ideas and suggestions.


Currently the game is being built as an open sandbox. There are no objectives yet. You're free to build anything you can think of, and fly it wherever you want, even into orbit.


The first versions are free to download and play, and will remain so forever. After the game reaches a certain state of development, it will be available for purchase at a discounted price, which will gradually increase up to it's final retail price as the game nears completion. So by ordering early, you get the game for a lot less, and you'll get all future updates for free.


Have Fun!"

"Kerbal Space Program is a simple, free strategy game in which you're in charge of an alien space program. Don't worry, it's nothing too complex."

"Sounds simple, but there's surprising depth to the game's creation aspect, and given the fact you need to manually control the rocket, there's some deft handling required of the launch section as well."

I'm just wondering what has happened to Stephie to now think that sending me into a place where "things are not yet as they should be" to build, crash and "try not to explode" is a good idea given my track record in Second Life and the Utherverse.

Oh hang on.  I just remembered the times she stealth-stalked me, took pictures, slung me crap and laughed from a safe distance.*  The penny is dropping.

Links:
http://www.kerbalspaceprogram.com/
http://www.secondcitizen.net/Forum/showthread.php?t=14347
http://kotaku.com/5822081/will-you-help-these-stupid-aliens-into-space

* Said with affection.

Virtual World Theme Sites (Blogs & Forums)

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