There are some compelling images on the BBC web site today showing, side by side, images of online gamers and their avatars. I find it fascinating to look at the comparison and to think about how people have chosen to represent themselves. Take a look - the side by side portraits are accessed via a side bar not too far down the page.
Some of these themes are touched on in Tad Williams "Otherland" series - which, while really really long, is the most detailed and engaging exploration of virtual worlds (in fiction) and related ideas I've read.
Posted by luke at October 7, 2004 11:46 AM