Wikiracing

In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Wikiracing, analyzing its impact on various aspects of everyday life. From its influence on modern society to its relevance in history, Wikiracing has played a fundamental role in our development as individuals and as a collective. Throughout these pages, we will examine its evolution over time, from its beginnings to the present, and reflect on its importance in the future. With a multidisciplinary approach, we will approach Wikiracing from different perspectives, highlighting its relevance in areas such as culture, politics, science and technology. Without a doubt, Wikiracing continues to be a topic of interest and debate today, and through this article, we intend to delve into its meaning and significance in today's society.

Wikiracing is a game in which players compete to navigate from one Wikipedia page to another using only internal links. It has many different variations and names, including The Wikipedia Game, Wikipedia Maze, Wikispeedia, Wikiwars, Wikipedia Ball, Litner Ball, Wikipedia Racing, and Wikipedia Speedrunning. External websites have been created to facilitate the game.

The Seattle Times has recommended it as a good educational pastime for children and the Larchmont Gazette has said, "While I don't know any teenagers who would curl up with an encyclopedia for a good read, I hear that a lot are reading it in the process of playing the Wikipedia Game".

The Amazing Wiki Race has been an event at the TechOlympics.

The average number of links separating any English-language Wikipedia page from the United Kingdom page is 3.67. Thus, it has been occasionally banned in the game. Other common rules such as not using the United States page increase the game's difficulty.

See also

References

  1. ^ Whelan, Aubrey (21 July 2010). "'Wikiracing' picking up speed among college students". The Philadelphia Inquirer.
  2. ^ Jones, Ben (20 June 2010). "Latest game for bored students? Wikiracing". Star Tribune.
  3. ^ Doctoroff, Ariel (22 July 2010). "Want To Waste An Hour (Or Three)? Go On A Wikirace". Huffington Post.
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  10. ^ Denise Smith Amos. "500 teens converge for TechOlympics". Cincinnati Enquirer, 3/5/2010
  11. ^ Read, Brock (28 May 2008). "6 Degrees of Wikipedia". The Chronicle of Higher Education.

External links

Wikious
Boobota
Sagapedia