• Second Life: An online virtual world, this is similar to massively multiplayer online role-playing games but without a set objective. You create an avatar and go to social gatherings, live concerts, press conferences or college classes.You can also buy land (you need a premier membership), go shopping, visit friends and even fly. You can give full rein to your creativity in this place, which is not moderated or policed. This also means there is no one to keep you safe from bullies and stalkers.

Price: Premium version costs $9.95 per month

• Sims: A life simulation video game across all platforms, it lets you build a sim and give it a distinct appearance, a unique personality and even life goals. You can control the heart, mind and body of your sim and develop its relationships, build its career as well as shape the little moments of joy in their lives.

Price: Free to play on the mobile, with in-app purchases