CSI in Second Life

October 20th, 2007 by tim finin

It might seem like we’re obsessed with Second Life, but the reason that we’ve had some many posts about it lately is that there are new and interesting things going on with it. It’s a good example that the technologies underlying games are broadly applicable and their use will continue to evolve.

I’m not a CSI viewer, but I know it’s a very popular main stream program, so an episode that takes place partly in Second Space might be significant. Many are expecting a rapid convergence of computers and television that will come to full fruition as digital television becomes mandatory around the world.

Second Life is bracing itself for an influx of new members this coming week with the long awaited episode of CSI:NY does Second Life to be shown in the United States on Wednesday. The episode will see Mac Taylor (Gary Sinise) entering Second Life to pursue a killer who has killed a Second Life user in a case of virtual stalking gone too far. CSI:NY fans will be encouraged to join Second Life and investigate the case by following a link on the CBS website. CSI:NY will have three options for CSI-related inworld activities. The first option will allow viewers to walk around virtual New York buildings and visit a CSI lab and play forensic games. (link)

Posted in MMOGs, Second life, social media |

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