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it really is a game

Discussion in 'Economics' started by darkhorse, May 12, 2004.

LongShot
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Quote from darkhorse:

the supply and demand logistics of ebay and the sex lives of online gamers are beside the point.

what's really interesting is between the lines: what it says about the real world, and how easily real world concepts can be transported, almost wholly intact, into a *virtual* world, without planning or intention.
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hoo ra

#11 May 12, 2004

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lilboy716
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computers cost more than profits, no?

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LOL!! . It's not too hard to get laid in real life, but I suppose it's easier in the virtual world.

I've heard some players in 3rd world countries employed in sweat shops that play for points to sell on ebay. Go figure.
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#12 May 12, 2004

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Great article darkhorse. Thanks for the link.

#13 May 12, 2004

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