Within the framework of Wikiracing, it is relevant to analyze and understand the different aspects that come together around this topic. From its origins to its influence today, Wikiracing has been the subject of debate and study in various fields of knowledge. Its impact on society, its relevance in the cultural field and its evolution over time are just some of the dimensions that will be addressed in this article. Likewise, the multiple perspectives and opinions that have emerged around Wikiracing will be explored, in order to provide a comprehensive and objective view of this issue.
Game of traversing Wikipedia pages
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.
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