WDW Newsletter: End of Disney’s Virtual Magic Kingdom (VMK) near?

"How many of you know what VMK is?  I sure didn’t.  Yes I had seen ads for it but I never delved into it to actually experience it.  VMK is a free massively multiplayer online game run by Walt Disney Theme Parks and Resorts online.  It is a virtual representation of Disneyland and Magic Kingdom theme parks, containing areas and mini games which are based on real park scenery and attractions.  It was launched as part of the Happiest Celebration on Earth promotional campaign to commemorate fifty years of Disney theme parks.  The next question you are probably asking is why I am I blogging about it?  Disney has recently announced that they are planning to shut down the Virtual Magic Kingdom on May 21, 2008, due to VMK being meant as a limited time promotion for the Disneyland 50th Anniversary Celebration.    Since this decision was made there have been thousands of players who are upset at this decision..."
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Source: WDW Newsletter