Facebook spawns new generation

The rise of social networking websites such as Facebook has helped attract millions of people to games which they can play with their friends.
It could represent a major challenge to the makers of hugely popular video consoles such as the Nintendo Wii or the Xbox.
While the credit crisis has forced companies across the world to rein in spending, internet games developers have received a string of multi-million dollar investments in recent months allowing them to plan expansion at a time when other businesses are making cuts.
Playfish, a British company which provides mini-golf and bowling games among others on Facebook, has attracted 25 million registered users since it was set up a year ago.
Another game on the site, a social networking device called Kidnap!, attracted 2.5 million new players in the month of October alone.
More traditional games such as the internet version of Texas Hold'em Poker have also attracted several million players.
While interactive games such as online chess are well established on the internet, the use of social networking sites in which people have ready-made networks of friends allows them to play games socially.
"People prefer to play with people they know rather than strangers," said Gareth Davis, Facebook's platform programme manager.
It has also spawned a new type of non traditional game, such as Playfish's "Pet Society" which has attracted three million registered users.
Players create their own customised virtual pets and decorate their houses. (from timesonline)

So are you a Facebook Gamer?
Is it addictive?

well....................NO...But.....I do like the odd game of scrabble with my beloved on there....