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Entropia Universe is a [[wikipedia:MMOG|MMOG]]/[[wikipedia:Virtual world|Virtual World]] consisting of the [[Entropia platform]]<ref name="entropia-platform">[http://www.entropiaplatform.com www.entropiaplatform.com], official website about the Entropia Platform</ref> developed and operated by Swedish Company [[MindArk|Mindark PE AB]]<ref name="mindark">[http://www.mindark.se www.mindark.se], official website of Mindark</ref> and several 'game worlds' called [[Planets]] that are authored and run by so called "[[Planet Partners]]"<ref name="entropia-platform"/>.<br/>
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Currently there are the two active planets [[About Planet Calypso|Calypso]] and [[About ROCKtropia|ROCKtropia]], another one -[[About Next Island|Next Island]]- is about to being launched <ref name="david-post-abcnews-interview">[http://abcnews.go.com/Technology/video/island--9934225 Welcome to Next Island], interview with Next Island CEO David Post on ABC News</ref>. [[About Planet Cyrene|Planet Cyrene]] is expected to be released before the end of the 2010<ref name="ed-robles-blogtakradio-interview">[http://www.blogtalkradio.com/darri/2010/03/06/darris-entropia-ep-6-ed-robles-digital-scryers ''Interview with Ed Robles''], Creative Director for Planet Cyrene on blogtalkradio by [http://www.entropiaplanets.com/forums/members/darri.html Darri]</ref> and another 1-3 planets are in development.<br/>
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In April 2009 Entropia Universe had 820,000 registered accounts<ref name="hp-server-ma-pr">ftp://ftp.mindark.se/pr/MindArk_HP_Benzler_Tech.pdf , "Virtual World Developer MindArk to Use Latest HP Server Technology for CryENGINE 2 Upgrade", original press release by Mindark as of April 1, 2009</ref> and [About Planet Cyrene|Planet Cyrene] alone had an economic turnover of $422M USD in 2009<ref name="mindark-rocktropia-pr">[http://www.mindark.se/press/press-releases/mindark_platformrocktropia_release.pdf MINDARK´S VIRTUAL WORLD PLATFORM SEES FIRST INDEPENDENT PARTNER LAUNCH], officila press release by Mindark as of April 07, 2010.</ref>.<br/>
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Entropia Universe has hit the news several times due to sales of virtual objects for large sums such 100,000 USD for the Asteroid Space Resort known as [[Club NEVERDIE]]<ref name="cnd-sale-2005-ma-pr">ftp://ftp.mindark.se/pr/October-26-2005.pdf , US FILM-MAKER PAYS US $100,000 FOR VIRTUAL REAL
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ESTATE IN THE LARGEST VIRTUAL PURCHASE EVER, original press release by Mindark as of October 26, 2005</ref> or 330,000 USD for [[Crystal Palace Space Station]]<ref name=crystal-palace-entropiaplanets-article>[http://www.entropiaplanets.com/forums/news/794-crystal-palace-winner.html Crystal Palace - And the winner is...], article on entropiaplanets.com</ref>. Those figures are possible because Entropia Universe is based on a Real Cash Economy.<br/>


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== Entropia Platform ==
===Real Cash Economy (RCE)===


The Entropia Platform offers access to one of the most advanced Internet interaction venues available today. It gives our business partner, called [[Planet Partner]], the opportunity to create entirely new worlds, planets, in Entropia Universe. The [[Planet Partners]] can choose from an unlimited range of content themes and activities to fill their planets. Some of the themes in production by [[Planet Partners]] right now are shopping, games, social interaction and music.  
Entropia Universe' rather unique and basic feature is the "Real Cash Economy". The in-game currency "[[BoutProject Entropia Dollars]]" (PED) has a
[[wikipedia:Fixed exchange rate|fixed exchange rate]] of 10:1 with the US Dollar. Consequently every item, service or activity in the game has a value linked to the '[[wikipedia:Real_life|real world]]'.<br>


The Entropia Platform allows for [[Planet Partners]] to create a 3D environment, incorporating their own graphical identity. The world is flexible and dynamic; environments can be redesigned or expanded as needed and tailored to suit the interests of any target demographic. End users are allowed to interact in an environment where the virtual and real world connects at a surprising level of detail. The Entropia Universe even has its own currency, [[Project Entropia Dollars]] ([[PED]]) that is pegged to the US Dollar and [[MindArk]] guaranteeing the value.
''(to do: EULA/ToU on virtual property)''


=====Depositing=====


== Business Model ==
Money can be transfered into the game by the following methods:
* [[wikipedia:Wire transfer|bank transfer]]
* [[wikipedia:Credit card|credit card]]/[[wikipedia:Debit card|debit card]] ([[wikipedia:Visa_Inc.|Visa]] or [[wikipedia:MasterCard|MasterCard]])
* Paynova
* [[wikipedia:Paysafecard|Paysafecard]]
* PayByCash
* [[wikipedia:Ukash]]
* PED Certificate, issued by Mindark and often given away for promotion
Further info on the [[Depositing]] page.


[[MindArk]] has an uncomplicated, yet effective business model. It is based on the fact that both [[MindArk]] and the business partner, called [[Planet Partner]], brings something to the table in order to create a new flourishing interactive environment together - a new unique Planet in Entropia Universe. Once the planet is up and running, [[MindArk]] and the [[Planet Partner]], shares the revenue.
=====Withdrawing=====


In the collaboration, where both parties contribute to the creation of a Planet, [[MindArk]] provides the technology through Entropia Platform, Know How and a proven income model and the Partners contribute with creativity, content and a budget for operations, marketing and other activities.
It is also possible to withdraw money from the game. When withdrawing money the in-game PED are transfered to a regular bank account.


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== Safety and Security ==
=====Spending PED=====


[[MindArk]] aims to provide the safest online entertainment environment available. Safety and security is highly prioritized and [[MindArk]] has implemented functions on several levels to ensure this. Both [[Planet Partners]] and the participants on the planets should always feel safe in their endeavors in Entropia Universe. 
''(to do: Items, Ammo, Decay, Usage of Materials, Fees)''


Some examples of actions taken to ensure that Entropia Universe is one of the safest virtual worlds on the market:
=====Earning PED=====


* Use of real time monitoring to guard against fraudulent or prohibited activity
''(to do: Sweating, Fruits & Stones, Missions, Oil rig, ...)''
* Extensive logging and powerful back-end tools
* All handling of personal information concerning the end users is conducted accordingly to [[MindArk]] Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws
* For secure money transactions The Entropia Universe [[Gold Card]] System offers an access system equal to high-security online banks


''(to do: Trading, Piloting, Estates, ...)''
''(to do: Playing for profit, HOF's, ATH's, ...)''


== Technology ==


Nearly two decades of R&D and over 50 M USD have been invested in making the Entropia Universe the unique experience it is today. We provide users and [[Planet Partners]] with an immersive real time venue that incorporates state of the art physics and photo-realism for a truly amazing experience. 
=Entropia Universe Platform=


[[MindArk]] is committed to the continuous development of state-of-the-art technology in the Entropia Platform for a long time to come.


===One World===


== One World ==
"Unlike many other 3D virtual environments, Entropia Universe is not based on shards. This means that instead of duplicating content on servers, rather it is designed as one continuous world". "To achieve this hundreds of servers are connected to create open landscapes with seamless transitions and on-demand streaming."


Unlike many other 3D virtual environments, Entropia Universe is not based on shards. This means that instead of duplicating content on servers, rather it is designed as one continuous world where all participants worldwide can explore, meet each other and interact during a wide range of activities.
===CryEngine 2===


To achieve this unique Open Landscape, [[MindArk]] uses seamless server technology that we have tailored specifically for this application. Hundreds of servers are connected to create open landscapes with seamless transitions and on-demand streaming - One World.
*before/afer images
* VU10


As Planets grow in popularity, new land areas, cities and continents can be graphically created and seamlessly integrated with the existing parts of the Planet.
===Gameplay===


Each Planet in Entropia Universe is comprised of a number of so called Areas. Each Area is 8 x 8 square kilometers in size and can contain any type of 3D content (environment, landscapes, buildings etc).  
* General
* Avatar Management (creation, beauty, makeup, clothes,...)
* Sweating
* Hunting
** PVP
* Mining
* Crafting
* Missions
Entropia Universe features a mission system. So far there are 80+ [[Missions]]. Some of those missions can be completed without using any PEDs or Euipment.
* Socializing
* ...




== Database Accuracy ==
===Tech Stuff===


Operations of Virtual Worlds and Online Games generate enormous amounts of data. For example, in Entropia Universe millions of activities are logged every hour. As for the economy, all economic transactions in Entropia Universe are monitored and possible to track down to 1 000 000th of one USD.  Since all activities in Entropia Universe are based on the same tracking-principle as the economic transactions, all activities an avatar takes part in can be tracked with the same accuracy.
* Systems Requirements
* ...




== Avatars ==


Much effort and care has been put into the development of realistic avatars. The technological
=Entropia Universe Planets=
development of avatar appearances ranges from adding and improving small details making each avatar unique to improving the handling of large crowds of avatars


The look and feel of the avatar is of great importance to the Participants. In Entropia Universe, the avatars are highly customizable on an individual level. Participants can design their avatar with dynamic tools, ranging from hairdressing, very detailed body parts, garment coloring and real time makeup applications. The users can even use their own artistic ability and design the appearance with a drawing pad.
=====Calypso=====


All avatars begin at the same level with equal opportunities to develop a personality, skills and even a career within the virtual world. An avatar carries over two hundred attributes including strength, stamina, intelligence, and flexibility. The attributes and skills are enhanced and improved by using them. In this way, the characteristics of the avatar develop individually, depending on the users ’ interests and which activities they choose to pursue in the virtual world.
[[About Planet Calypso|Planet Calypso]] is the first planet in the Entropia Universe. It is run by Mindark subsidiary [[First Planet Company]], has been online since 2003, became profitable in 2004 and had an economic turnover of $422M USD in 2009. <ref name="mindark-rocktropia-pr"/>




== Planet Partners ==


[[MindArk]] is opening the Entropia Universe to companies who have the necessary resources and concepts and that wish to build a planet or planetary system in the Entropia Universe. We are offering our technical platform, experience and proven income model to companies and organizations with the resources and resilience to become powerful [[Planet Partners]].
Continents [[Eudoria]] and [[Amethera]], Asteroid Space Resort [[Club NEVERDIE]], [[Crystal Palace Space Station]]


Our [[Planet Partners]] reflect the standards and quality our users have come to expect from the Entropia Universe. Each new planet in the Entropia Universe brings with it new concepts, ideas and functions that will contribute to the strengths of the universe as a whole. Our Planet Partners contribute their own concepts and creativity, adding exciting new environments and activities to the Entropia Universe that reflect their own graphical identities.
=====Rocktropia=====


== Becoming a Planet Partner ==
[[About ROCKtropia|ROCKtropia]] (launched 2010)


3D Internet (Online Games and Virtual Worlds) visualized through for example online games and virtual worlds, is increasingly popular among companies and organizations around the globe. Many are developing a strategy for using 3D on the Internet. [[MindArk]] is now working with selected Planet Partners around the world, offering a tailored packages for presence in Entropia Universe. In short, it is a marriage between [[MindArk]]'s state-of-the-art technology and proven income model and the [[Planet Partners]]' concepts, ideas and marketing power.
=====Next Island=====


[[MindArk]] is dedicated to maintaining the high quality of content inside Entropia Universe and are therefore looking for serious partners to collaborate with. After an initial contact, different stages of discussions will take place to establish a coherence and understanding for both partie's goals and visions. Detailed technical and economic information about the Entropia Platform is provided to companies at a later stage in the process.
[[About Next Island|Next Island]] (in development)


If you are interested in learning more about becoming a [[Planet Partner]], please contact us [http://www.entropiaplatform.com/platform/contact here].
=====Cyrene=====


[[Cyrene]] (in development)


[http://www.entropiaplatform.com '''www.entropiaplatform.com''']
=====SEE Planet(s)=====


[http://www.entropiauniverse.com '''www.entropiauniverse.com''']
[[About_SEE]]
 
=====Dotman / 2nd Earth / CRD=====
 
[[About_CRD]] (not listed as planet partner anymore)
 
=====Postmoderna=====
 
[[About Planet Postmoderna|Planet Postmoderna]] (unofficial planet project)
 
=Entropia Universe Milestones=
 
* Release
* Amethera
* Treasure Island sale
* Club NEVERDIE sale
* Shopping Malls sale
* Banking Licences
* FPC spin-off
* CryEngine 2 migration
* entropiaplanets.com ;)
* Crystal Palace sale
* Mission System
* ROCKtropia
* ...
 
 
=References, Links=
 
<references />

Revision as of 19:19, 28 May 2010

Entropia Universe is a MMOG/Virtual World consisting of the Entropia platform[1] developed and operated by Swedish Company Mindark PE AB[2] and several 'game worlds' called Planets that are authored and run by so called "Planet Partners"[1].
Currently there are the two active planets Calypso and ROCKtropia, another one -Next Island- is about to being launched [3]. Planet Cyrene is expected to be released before the end of the 2010[4] and another 1-3 planets are in development.
In April 2009 Entropia Universe had 820,000 registered accounts[5] and [About Planet Cyrene|Planet Cyrene] alone had an economic turnover of $422M USD in 2009[6].
Entropia Universe has hit the news several times due to sales of virtual objects for large sums such 100,000 USD for the Asteroid Space Resort known as Club NEVERDIE[7] or 330,000 USD for Crystal Palace Space Station[8]. Those figures are possible because Entropia Universe is based on a Real Cash Economy.


Real Cash Economy (RCE)

Entropia Universe' rather unique and basic feature is the "Real Cash Economy". The in-game currency "BoutProject Entropia Dollars" (PED) has a fixed exchange rate of 10:1 with the US Dollar. Consequently every item, service or activity in the game has a value linked to the 'real world'.

(to do: EULA/ToU on virtual property)

Depositing

Money can be transfered into the game by the following methods:

Further info on the Depositing page.

Withdrawing

It is also possible to withdraw money from the game. When withdrawing money the in-game PED are transfered to a regular bank account.

(to do: withdrawing minimum, fees)


Spending PED

(to do: Items, Ammo, Decay, Usage of Materials, Fees)

Earning PED

(to do: Sweating, Fruits & Stones, Missions, Oil rig, ...)

(to do: Trading, Piloting, Estates, ...)

(to do: Playing for profit, HOF's, ATH's, ...)


Entropia Universe Platform

One World

"Unlike many other 3D virtual environments, Entropia Universe is not based on shards. This means that instead of duplicating content on servers, rather it is designed as one continuous world". "To achieve this hundreds of servers are connected to create open landscapes with seamless transitions and on-demand streaming."

CryEngine 2

  • before/afer images
  • VU10

Gameplay

  • General
  • Avatar Management (creation, beauty, makeup, clothes,...)
  • Sweating
  • Hunting
    • PVP
  • Mining
  • Crafting
  • Missions

Entropia Universe features a mission system. So far there are 80+ Missions. Some of those missions can be completed without using any PEDs or Euipment.

  • Socializing
  • ...


Tech Stuff

  • Systems Requirements
  • ...


Entropia Universe Planets

Calypso

Planet Calypso is the first planet in the Entropia Universe. It is run by Mindark subsidiary First Planet Company, has been online since 2003, became profitable in 2004 and had an economic turnover of $422M USD in 2009. [6]


Continents Eudoria and Amethera, Asteroid Space Resort Club NEVERDIE, Crystal Palace Space Station

Rocktropia

ROCKtropia (launched 2010)

Next Island

Next Island (in development)

Cyrene

Cyrene (in development)

SEE Planet(s)

About_SEE

Dotman / 2nd Earth / CRD

About_CRD (not listed as planet partner anymore)

Postmoderna

Planet Postmoderna (unofficial planet project)

Entropia Universe Milestones

  • Release
  • Amethera
  • Treasure Island sale
  • Club NEVERDIE sale
  • Shopping Malls sale
  • Banking Licences
  • FPC spin-off
  • CryEngine 2 migration
  • entropiaplanets.com ;)
  • Crystal Palace sale
  • Mission System
  • ROCKtropia
  • ...


References, Links

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 www.entropiaplatform.com, official website about the Entropia Platform
  2. ↑ www.mindark.se, official website of Mindark
  3. ↑ Welcome to Next Island, interview with Next Island CEO David Post on ABC News
  4. ↑ Interview with Ed Robles, Creative Director for Planet Cyrene on blogtalkradio by Darri
  5. ↑ ftp://ftp.mindark.se/pr/MindArk_HP_Benzler_Tech.pdf , "Virtual World Developer MindArk to Use Latest HP Server Technology for CryENGINE 2 Upgrade", original press release by Mindark as of April 1, 2009
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 MINDARK´S VIRTUAL WORLD PLATFORM SEES FIRST INDEPENDENT PARTNER LAUNCH, officila press release by Mindark as of April 07, 2010.
  7. ↑ ftp://ftp.mindark.se/pr/October-26-2005.pdf , US FILM-MAKER PAYS US $100,000 FOR VIRTUAL REAL ESTATE IN THE LARGEST VIRTUAL PURCHASE EVER, original press release by Mindark as of October 26, 2005
  8. ↑ Crystal Palace - And the winner is..., article on entropiaplanets.com
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