Second Life Mobile Launches Open Beta

The popular MMO, Second Life, launches its public beta on iOS and Android. Premium subscribers can access it now; however, free access is yet to be announced.

Second Life, the social MMO recently announced for mobile, is now available in a public beta on iOS and Android. It's downloadable from the App Store and Google Play.

Access requires a Premium account, so it's not a free trial for newcomers. However, this beta release should significantly increase the flow of information about the mobile version.

For those unfamiliar, Second Life, a metaverse precursor, prioritizes social interaction over combat or exploration. Players create and inhabit personalized avatars, engaging in diverse activities. Launched in 2003, it popularized concepts like social gaming and user-generated content.

Subscribe to Pocket Gamer on Players live out a "Second Life" as their chosen avatar, whether it's a reflection of themselves or a fully realized role-playing character.

Is it too late?

Second Life's age and subscription model pose challenges in today's competitive gaming landscape, with titles like Roblox vying for attention. While its pioneering status is undeniable, its continued relevance remains to be seen. Will a mobile release revitalize it, or is this a final effort for a former giant? Only time will tell.

Meanwhile, for more on the current mobile gaming scene, check out our lists of the best and most anticipated mobile games of 2024.