Via Scoop.it - Metaverse NewsThe Marvel Comics MMO formerly known as Marvel Universe Online has finally been officially christened. Gazillion Entertainment announced in a press release today that, due to the central role that classic Marvel heroes play in the upcoming title, the game will be known as Marvel Heroes.Via massively.joystiq.com … [Read more...] about Marvel announces official MMO title: Marvel Heroes
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Using virtual reality to cure real-life PTSD
Via Scoop.it - Metaverse NewsDoctors are hoping that virtual reality can help cure soldiers of their all-too-real wartime traumas. The New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Cente has received a $11 million grant from the Department of Defense to continue its research in using virtual reality therapy to heal those with combat-related PTSD. Suffers experience … [Read more...] about Using virtual reality to cure real-life PTSD
We’re still here! A quick update
Just a quick note to update on three things: 1. Apologies for the less frequent posting over the past month or so - work and study have combined to limit my time. The frustrating thing is my study is 100% virtual worlds related so I'm coming across lots of great information that I haven't had time to write about. Which leads to point two: 2. As I come across information I've … [Read more...] about We’re still here! A quick update
RIP: Star Wars Galaxies 2003 – 2011
Via Scoop.it - Metaverse NewsAfter an eight-year run, Sony Online Entertainment has officially pulled the plug on the subscription-based MMORPG Star Wars Galaxies. The virtual epic adventure across George Lucas' Force-themed universe came to a close today thanks to the end of a licensing contract between Lucas and SOE. It also conveniently shuts down operation as a newer, … [Read more...] about RIP: Star Wars Galaxies 2003 – 2011
OpenSimulator: School Quick Start Guide
Via Scoop.it - Metaverse NewsYou know WHY you want to get started with 3D virtual worlds in your school. Well, now you can know HOW. This e-book provides an introduction to OpenSimulator, step-by-step setup instructions etcVia www.scribd.com … [Read more...] about OpenSimulator: School Quick Start Guide