 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Ego-City
Common Sense Media says
Cool mobile social game with some risque stuff.
Parents say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this is a social networking game for cell phones that can also be played online in a more limited version. Users ages 13+ can sign up with an email address, password, and username, and can opt to receive promotional emails. The object of the game is to increase the status of your avatar by socializing with other players, including chatting. The chat has a filter for profanity that can be turned on or off; either way, since it's an open text field, players can still have iffy conversations or exchange personal information. Two upcoming game features, Fight Club and Love Lounge, seem to have violent and sexual content, respectively. Profiles have a privacy settings.
What's it about?
Ready to take social networking on the road? EGO-CITY.COM -- aka EGO -- is a multiplayer game designed for cell phones, but a limited version can also be played online. The main goal is to increase the social status of your "super avatar," or EGO, by interacting with other players -- chatting, competing in games, flirting, debating, giving gifts, etc. Activities like these earn points, which can be used to unlock rewards like a new selection of hairstyles or "toys" like a chemistry set. They also shape your avatar's personality and abilities, allowing it to pass through stages of life, beginning with High School and ending with Enlightened.
Is it any good?
Dressing your avatar and buying accessories is nothing new in the virtual world, but watching your avatar "evolve" through social interactions and activities is a fun twist. And when was the last time you had an ESP battle online? Next up, EGO plans to launch "clubs" where avatars can hang out -- including the Love Lounge, where you can find a soul mate (or cheap date) based on a personality assessment. EGO might be headed in a too-hot-for-teens direction, but overall, it's a creative and well-designed game. (P.S.: There's an EGO application for Facebook.)
What families can talk about
Families can talk about Internet safety with social networking sites and how nothing is private on the Internet. What information is OK to share, and what information should you keep to yourself? Families can also talk about what virtual communities are. What appeals to kids about using an avatar rather than a true identity? What does an avatar tell you about the real person behind it?
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Not a place for kids under 17!
A lot of foul language. Virtual drinking. LoveLounge is NOT a place for anyone under 18. The interactions are quite adult in nature.
In the casino there are currently users selling chips for real money. It's been reported but doubt Ego will do anything about it.
The only 'safe' places on the site are the High School, Market and Your Room.
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not perfect for any age
i dont play on it but i do read alot of reviews and it said there was a lot of my concerns
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BAD PARENTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
IF YOU LET A KID 14 AND UNDER GO ON THIS WEBSITE THEN YOU ARE A BAD PARENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Social networking game with a LOT of inappropriate stuff...be careful with this one, kids
CONCERNS
Violence: Violent talk is not a rare sight. There is a fight club in Ego City, which players looking for an appropriate game might not appreciate.
Sex: There is a "Love Lounge" in Ego City, and due to the fact that Ego City advertises itself as a "social networking site", dating is common. Sexual talk may appear from time to time.
Language: Bad language is seen a lot, due to the age ranges of Ego City players.
Consumerism: Players can pay to get the full version of Ego City.
Drinking/Drugs/Smoking: The Love Lounge is a bar. Language of this nature may appear.
HIGHLIGHTS
Educational: Nada.
Safety: Nada.
User Content: Nada.
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Kid, 9 years old
February 28, 2011
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Hey this is safe for me i use 2 go on f til busted
Im only 8 yrs old right now and i go on EGO city my name on it is chb820282 and im fine on it my parents DON'T kno all bout it
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..i bought 50 TOKENS in ego city 2 TIMES and it didn't SHOW up on my account. Please fix this.
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I was just wondering, can you play it on the ipod touch?
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