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Michael Jackson PC game announced: Planet Michael

By Emil Protalinski

On September 22, 2010, 4:00 PM

SEE Virtual Worlds has announced a massive online Michael Jackson-themed video game for the PC. Did you just do a double take? Yeah, we didn't believe it the first few times either. Planet Michael (no, once again this is not a really late April Fools' joke) is set to launch next year and will be free to play, though it will include microtransaction features, some of which will go to charities. Not only is there a website, but there are also Twitter, Facebook and MySpace accounts, so it's pretty darn official!

The website describes the game as "a world inspired by the King of Pop's enduring artistry and heart. Make yourself a home on Planet Michael where old and new friends can appreciate the magic of his music and his commitment to spreading messages of love and peace." In other words, it's supposed to be a massive multiplayer online game and social network that essentially equates to a virtual Neverland.

Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958 and died on June 25, 2009. The American recording artist, entertainer, and philanthropist is often referred to as the King of Pop, and is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. We sincerely hope this game does not tarnish his reputation.


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  1. Planet Michael: where every night is sleepover night... but you won't sleep too much!

    Now, seriously, wasn't there going to be some Kinect dancing game with Michael Jackson? That looked like a better idea...

  2. The new Michael Jackson game - Moonwalk your way to victory! Play as Michael Jackson, using your diamond covered glove to blind the evil parents while saving young boys from boredom and normalcy. Take Michael through several thrilling metamorphic transformations ranging from a normal african-american child to a white space alien. Use exciting power up potions such as jesus juice and oxycontin to reach new levels. Enjoy many stunning attacks such as the crotch grab and thrust, or the mighty celebrity shout, "hee hee, oww!" Purchase magical new rides for your very own neverland ranch while you build the king of pop's empire through micro-payments, starting at just $1,499.99. Will you be the first to gather all of the Beatles albums before the evil debt collector comes knocking on your door?
    Which "hot key" do you think they'll designate for "the crotch grab"?

    I hope there's a deluxe edition, complete with genuine prescription pad and defibrillator.......CLEAR.....!! Nothing....? Charge to 360........

  3. lmao this thread was jokes!

  4. I was eagerly waiting for this game to be released.

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