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Aleks Krotoski over at The Guardian points to Trinity University research on that in-game sex phenomenon. She's posted some choice quotes, but what caught my attention was the conclusion to this student paper:
Regardless of how realistic or fantastical the situation is, online sex is a voluntary activity. As a result, there is an inherent freedom in its practice. People are less restricted by cultural assumptions or real-life dangers such as injury or disease. As a result, sex in virtual worlds is a common practice, and though it cannot replace actual sexual intercourse, it is used by many participants to enhance their existing and potentially fruitful real-world sexual activity.
So in-game nookie won't replace real-world nookie? THANK GOD.
More Here [Guardian Games Blog]
