REAL-WORLD PROFILE DATA FOR MAKING VIRTUAL WORLD CONTACTS

摘要

A method and system provides arrangements creating a relationship between a real-world entity and a virtual world environment. A virtual world patron can participate in various virtual world activities and transactions. Feedback may be provided and records kept regarding the virtual world activities and transactions. The virtual world patron may be a possible recipient of a real-world consequence or benefit based on a virtual world occurrence. In some instances confirmation of an awarded real-world benefit may be provided via a communication interconnection. Real-world profile data may be used in connection with promotional activities in a virtual world environment.

主权项

1. A method of making a particular benefit available to a party, comprising:
obtaining profile data relating to one or more current or prospective clientele of a real-world entity; establishing a possible real-world benefit correlated with the profile data; and making an arrangement for the possible real-world benefit to be made available to the clientele in connection with the clientele's participation in a virtual world environment.