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Virtual Pets as Real Pet Ownership Prep in South Korea 2026

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Consumer Ambivalence Toward Virtual Pets as Ownership Preparation

Virtual pets occupy an unusual position in the consumer technology landscape, sitting at the intersection of digital entertainment and practical life skills. As interactive pet simulations become more sophisticated, questions about their functional value beyond entertainment have gained relevance for product developers, pet industry stakeholders, and consumer behaviour researchers alike.

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