The lure of a virtual world is the ability to be all those things we perhaps wish we were in the real world. This is an immensely engrossing proposition. But it also carries the danger of going too far down the rabbit hole. Ultimately, what is “healthy,” and what is excessive?

Home’s Navigator interface has received a subtle rearrangement and streamlining; this is just the latest in a long history of evolutionary steps over the course of Home’s lifespan to date.

Gamers clamor for something “different,” yet want something immediately familiar and approachable. Hence the challenge with creating a new gaming experience that draws people in.

Rain pulls it off.

The issue of private-server gaming is rather morally and legally gray. Let’s examine it.

Headware can often complete a look. This is true even in Home, where hats seem to be an overlooked piece of virtual adornment.

What do our virtual companions say about us?

Admit it: Vita TV is a damn clever concept from Sony.

Virtual worlds can be big business — but it’s also a tricky business.

In all of the doom and gloom over the news regarding SCEAsia Home and SCEJ Home, have we overlooked the obvious: that SCEA and SCEE Homes are still going?

Not much was said about the latest wave of content for Pottermore, except for the complaints of lag due to high demand and overworked servers. Let’s take a look at what they have to offer.