Essays
These are full-blown essays, papers, and articles.
Presentations
Slideshows and presentation materials from conferences.
Interviews and Panels
Reprints of non-game-specific interviews, and transcripts of panels and roundtables.
Snippets
Excerpts from blog, newsgroup, and forum posts.
Laws
The "Laws of Online World Design" in various forms.
Timeline
A timeline of developments in online worlds.
A Theory of Fun for Game Design
My book on why games matter and what fun is.
Insubstantial Pageants
A book I started and never finished outlining the basics of online world design.
Links
Links to resources on online world design.
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Faced with tighter production budgets and a massive demand for weekly VHS releases, directors frequently used a "global travel" or "flight crew" framing device. In these narratives, a central character (often a flight attendant, pilot, or wealthy explorer) journeys to different international destinations. Each stop serves as a modular vignette featuring localized casting or thematic set designs. This structure allowed production companies to shoot segments independently, maximizing efficiency while offering viewers a diverse variety of scenarios wrapped inside a single feature. The Tech Shift: The VHS and Camcorder Boom
: One of the most recognizable faces of the early 1990s video boom.
is one of the most recognizable names from the 1980s adult industry. Entering the business in the mid-1980s, she quickly became a fan favorite and a highly sought-after leading actress. Over her career, she appeared in hundreds of films, won multiple industry awards (including AVN Awards), and was eventually inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame, cementing her legacy as an adult film legend. Buck Adams: The Award-Winning Leading Man
Adams had suffered several heart attacks throughout the 1990s. He died on October 28, 2008, at Northridge Hospital in Los Angeles from complications of heart failure at the age of 52. At his side were his daughter, his sister Amber Lynn, and a close friend. Jeanette Littledove Samantha Strong Buck Adams Around The
For historians and collectors tracking down physical or digital copies of works involving Jeanette Littledove, Samantha Strong, and Buck Adams, these titles represent the peak of pre-digital adult filmmaking. They capture a moment in time when charismatic performers, practical set designs, and director-driven concepts ruled the industry.
During the early 90s, CD-ROM adult compilations became popular. Companies like Digital Playground or Pulse would release discs titled Around the World of Sex Vol. 3 that culled scenes from different years.
Directed by Gregory Dark, "Around the World" is a notable production from the "Golden Age" of the adult film industry. It stands out for its high production values and its ambitious, globe-trotting narrative that moves through various international locations. Key Cast and Their Contributions Faced with tighter production budgets and a massive
: Known for her work in the mid-80s, she often appeared in feature-length productions that emphasized storytelling alongside adult content. Samantha Strong
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: Entering the industry in the mid-to-late 1980s, Samantha Strong became a highly recognizable figure during the height of the VHS market. Her work was characterized by high-volume production schedules typical of major studios during that era, which capitalized on the convenience of magnetic tape over traditional celluloid film. Entering the business in the mid-1980s, she quickly
Littledove was active in the mid-to-late 1980s. According to her filmography, she appeared in at least 34 movies. Her most famous role is arguably in , where she played the character Julie the Hooker. Critics noted that her ability to bring "genuine eroticism" to her scenes made them "particularly memorable".
The male pillar of this triumvirate is Buck Adams, born Charles Stephen Allen on November 11, 1955, in Los Angeles, California. Standing 5 feet 11 inches tall, Adams was not merely an actor; he was a physical force of nature who brought a rugged, blue-collar toughness to the screen that was rare even in the Golden Age. Before he ever appeared in an adult film, Adams had already lived a life of action as a professional boxer and a bouncer, a background that translated into a powerful, intimidating on-screen presence.
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The "Around The" project represents a bold step towards a sustainable future. It encompasses several key areas of focus:
