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For once as part of my work I actually get to test games.  I always thought that would be cool.  Except that I seem to have to do this after office hours because that's when most of the players come in to play.

I'm trying to find out more about teenage/kid virtual worlds.  Like Club Penguin, Habbo in the states.  In China, like Club Mole and Club Fish. 

The concept with these virtual worlds is that you enter them as an avatar, and then you just walk around exploring the various scenes available, play games (either vs the system or against another player) to earn points/currency, pick up treasure chests, and then use the game currency to enhance your gaming experience.  Not quite the same as MMORPGs because these are non-violent, the target age group is 7-15.

I spent 4 hours playing Club Mole and Club Fish this weekend.  With exception of the fact that they're in Cfinese and it takes me longer to figure out how to play games and do things, I actually enjoyed it.  Somewhat addictive actually.  These virtual get updated with new content/games and upgraded with new functions regularly. 

If you guys ever have the time, and want to know what I will be preoccupied with from now on, go check them out.  They're great for time-killers too.  Besides, I could really use extra feedback.  Thanks!