Microsoft, Sony to vie in virtual worlds

San Francisco Chronicle 14 months ago

Microsoft, Sony to vie in virtual worlds

Both companies announced their services, which use graphic images that represent players called avatars, Thursday at the Tokyo Game Show. Full Article at San Francisco Chronicle

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