The BBC reports that the networks kids channel (CBBC) is planning to launch a virtual world for kids. However, it will not have its own currency like the popular Second Life virtual universe.
CBBC, the channel for 7-12 year olds, said it would allow digitally literate children the access to characters and resources they had come to expect.
Users would be able to build an online presence, known as an avatar, then create and share content.
Bosses said CBBC World would not have the financial aspects of other online worlds such as Second Life.
A spokesman said: "This kind of cross-platform broadcasting is becoming the norm for people who have been born into the digital world.
The new CBBC World is expected to launch this fall. Ben Metcalfe has an informative post about the new project from the BBC. Lots more discussion can be found here on Tailrank. This will probably be a fun world for kids but it may not be something that will meet the expectations of game and tech bloggers. It doesn't sound like it will be anywhere near as complex as Second Life.
The BBC 
