1. Second Life – Internet virtual world started in 1999 and run by Linden Labs. There is no better place to create buy and sell products.

2.  World of Warcraft – Multiplayer online role playing game created by Blizzard Entertainment in 2001. One of the most popular online games and the highest paid subscriber base with the latest installment Wrath of the Lich King. Leveling up is the ultimate goal. There has been a crackdown on trying to make money with this game by selling gold, characters, items, etc.

3.  The Sims 3 – from Electronic Arts has a historic following.  Relatively new to the game, The Sims 3 is also available for the iPhone and saw heavy demand for the Sims 3 download torrent.  Combined with heavy advertising and the ability to know interact and move around online like a more traditional MMORPG should spell success.  Read the Top 10 Reasons to Play the Sims 3.

4.Sony Playstation Home – This MMORPG exclusively for Playstation 3 console owners boasts over 6.5 Million accounts.  In the virtual world multiple gamezones offer activities, streaming video, and live events.  Read 10 Reasons why Second Life is better than PlayStation Home.  It is free to play and Microtransactions for virtual clothes, furniture, and gear earned Sony over $1 million dollars in Playstation Home in a very short period of time.

5. Kaneva – 2D and 3D social networking and virtual world created by Kaneva, Inc 2004. Quickly gaining popularity for game developers. Easily combine video, social networks, and 2D.

6. IMVU – Chat with new and old friends in a customizable 3d chat room, create your own customized avatar and chat with friends while creating custom rooms and objects and even earning money. You even get one thousand free credits when you sign up. IMVU Inc. was created in 2004 and has 20 million registered users and $1 million in revenue each month