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An avatar is the online manifestation of an internet user. Common types of avatars include the 3-dimensional, interactive characters in popular online games like Second Life, a picture associated with a user profile in internet forums, or even a user name itself. In a time where online game play is becoming increasingly popular, avatars are becoming more intricate, and are becoming important facets of the gaming community. The Nintendo Wii allows users to create personalized video game characters called Miis, and Xbox Live has instituted a similar construct.
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12/10/08 9:04am Gaming PlayStation Home launching in open beta tomorrow, December 11th
PS3 owners will be able to freely download and access a whole new virtual world in PlayStation Home beginning tomorrow. dig deeper
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11/19/08 6:39pm Gaming feature New Xbox Experience breakdown and impressions
Microsoft rolled out an extensive update that adds many new features to the three year old console. dig deeper
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11/19/08 8:08am Gaming Xbox 360 NXE update available now
New Xbox Experience update is now available for all Xbox 360s and we're giving away an Xbox 360 Live Vision Camera! dig deeper
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