FunGoPlay
© 2011 FunGoPlay LLC
This virtual world combines a sports theme with social games and chat features. The subscription price includes a real sports item that includes an embedded motion sensor. So the more you play outside, the more points you can earn in your game. So, in theory, real sports can mix with virtual sports. Designed to appeal to children 6-11 years of age, the world has customizable avatars who participate in the games. Content consists of 26 games at launch, including multiplayer soccer, skate boarding, football and snowboarding. The world went live on June 15, 2011. It costs $48/year with a 2 week free trial, which includes either a flying disk or a soccer ball. In addition, there will be microtransactions, based on a weekly allotment of godough (the game's currency).
$48, Windows, Mac OSX, Internet Site
Teaches: sports, economics