Second Lifers start saving up your minutes, or negotiate a new cell plan because Second Life is coming to mobiles. In the most exciting development since Webkinz Vollee has the technology to use 3G handsets. With all the graphics this should be fun.
Implications - Life-simulation games are now available on the go, which means that users can play absolutely anywhere they want from their phones. Busy consumers who don't have the time to sit at home and play their favorite games will love products that let them play while on a break from school or work. Life-simulation games are just one of the types of games that will capture this consumer market.
Virtual Living Via Mobile
Second Life For Cell Phones
Trend Themes
1. Mobile Virtual Reality - Developing mobile virtual reality applications will drive the growth of mobile gaming.
2. On-the-go Gaming - Developing games that can be played on-the-go will create a new consumer market for games.
3. 3D Mobile Graphics - Developing 3D mobile graphics technology will enable immersive mobile gaming experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Mobile Gaming - Mobile gaming companies should develop virtual reality games and on-the-go gaming experiences to capture new consumers.
2. Mobile Technology - Mobile technology companies should develop and market 3D graphics technology to drive growth in mobile gaming.
3. Entertainment - The entertainment industry should explore opportunities to create more on-the-go gaming experiences and mobile virtual reality platforms.