Archive for June, 2018

June 29, 2018

Weekly Buzz – 06/29/18

Hello Collectors,

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Behind the Curtain

Update 2.2.5 is still incubating at the moment. We hope to have it ready for release soon, but don’t currently have an estimate to share. Thanks for your patience!

We have submitted some of our artwork to NeonMob in hopes of creating a series within their platform. We have been informed that our submissions were accepted and will be available very soon for NeonMob players to begin collecting. WWH2O will be the first series they release, beginning tomorrow, June 30th! If you’re not sure what NeonMob is about, you can learn more about them here.

Check out the Room For Growth section of this post for updated information on some of the pesky issues we’ve been dealing with. One noteworthy bit of information deals with NewBees and their profile bios. New players now begin playing with a default bio, ‘Hi, I’m new to WallaBee. I joined the game on <insert creation date here>.’ Already existing accounts will not have the ability of saving a blank bio in the near future.

Recent Item Highlights

    

Player Unique Spotlight

With more and more Player Uniques coming out, we want to spend a respectable amount of time learning more about them. Our Player Unique Spotlight this week highlighted Space Center Houston. You can read more about this unique here.

Space Center Houston

 

 

Room For Growth

We have compiled a list of issues that we are currently working on. If you find something that doesn’t fit into this list, please reach out to us and let us know.

  • Battery drains like crazy
    • Under investigation.
  • Forum Notifications/Count are missing
    • Coming in a future update.
  • General slowness
    • Under investigation. Ram Issue.
  • Layout Issue (Android Specific) – Entering the app through a push notification, from a landscape-based app, makes the layout freakout.
    • Investigating.
  • Mix Button Turns Off When Exiting App
    • Fixed with next version. Can be worked around now by pulling-to-refresh on the Pouch screen.
  • Profile Bio Doesn’t Save
    • If a profile bio is looked at through Settings without any changes made, and Done is used to go back to the previous page, it saves a blank profile. We have a fix for this in place coming soon, but have put in place new default bios for NewBees. The ability to keep a blank bio will not be available in the future.
  • Random Crashes (especially on older devices)
    • We have discovered that the ram needed for the app fluctuates way more than it should, sometimes peaking over 1gb, which can cause older devices to crash. We are investigating what is causing this, so that we can enhance app performance.
  • Return Key sends message
    • Fixed with next version.
  • Store purchases hang up for a long time
    • We’re currently working on this. Should be mostly resolved with our continuing changes.
  • Store shows new item, but gives something else
    • Under investigation. Usually happens when the app hasn’t been closed.
  • Unresponsive Buttons – Performing certain navigation changes can cause various pages to become unresponsive. Closing the app resolves the issue.
    • Fixed with next version.

Any additional questions, comments, concerns? Email: support@wallabeegame.com

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June 26, 2018

Unique Spotlight – Space Center Houston

Space Center Houston is the official visitor center of the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center—NASA’s center for human spaceflight activities—located in Houston, Texas.

Owner: deliberatelyintentional

How To Get: This Unique comes in conjunction with 3.14 and 244. Only one #707 is needed to get a set of my Uniques.

Meaning: I had originally planned on this becoming a set of my own that featured things around the city of Houston. Unfortunately, with my job, I play less now. Maybe one day it will become a set like originally planned.

Which number Unique is this for you? This was Unique number two.

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June 22, 2018

Weekly Buzz – 06/22/18

Hello Collectors,

Thanks for all of your support with WallaBee. We love running this game for you and are working on some updates at the moment. We hope to have more information available soon. Until then, let’s talk about some things happening behind the scenes.

Behind the Curtain

Player Uniques. They are very popular in WallaBee, and for good reason. They allow players to express themselves within our game, which is not something many games allow… We love putting forth your content as items within WallaBee, and are currently working through the existing queue of Player Uniques for 2018. As it states on the website and blog, we’re currently not accepting new applications for Player Uniques, but hope to open this up once again near the end of the year. Since Andy is the main artist responsible for 90% of the items in WallaBee, we can only work him to death so much within each month. We appreciate the interest from so many players to create more Player Uniques, but please be patience with us for the time being.

A summer-inspired set is coming within the next few weeks. We hope you’ve got your spades and buckets ready for the *sandcastle competition. *Sandcastles may not resemble castles.

As hinted through social media, we’re planning out a followup to The Aftermath. We know many of you wondered what exactly happened to Goldie, so we’re going to continue the story within the next two months. We hope you’ll enjoy this second installment.

The World Cup is getting intense! How are you doing in the bracket? If you’re not following the action for Wyando’s competition in the forums, we hope you’re still supporting your country’s team (if they’re still there).

Various players have come together to help new players begin lowering their Set Items, and we think that’s awesome! Shoutout to those hosting this BIG GIVEAWAY in the forums. You guys rock!

More Mixerpool craziness coming this weekend! Stay tuned to our social media accounts and @WallaBeeTracker for when new items get added.

Recent Item Highlights

          

    

  

Player Unique Spotlight

With more and more Player Uniques coming out, we want to spend a respectable amount of time learning more about them. Our Player Unique Spotlight this week highlighted Unicorn – Fantastic Creatures. You can read more about this unique here.

Unicorn – Fantastic Creatures

 

This Week In WallaBee History | June 18th – June 24th

June 23rd, 2013: Frangipani released as the first item in WallaBee Wellness Retreat. This was a great set to remind players to take a break from foraging and mixing every now and again… do something nice for yourself and relax.

June 18th, 2014: The last item in Tiki Tourist was released, finishing things up with Tiki Island. This item was also a mini Megamix/Crossmix with the Clown Fish to create Aquatic Initiation… ooh ha ha.

June 22nd, 2014: The first item in You Just Got Served was released, which was of course Tennis Balls. It’s kinda difficult to play tennis without them.

June 20th, 2016: The craziness of Andy’s Inter-dimensional Toymageddon began with an Extraordinary Magic Set. The artwork for this piece features the Carnival Magician from Carnival of Curiosities. He’s sure up to no good.

Room For Growth

We have compiled a list of issues that we are currently working on. If you find something that doesn’t fit into this list, please reach out to us and let us know.

  • Battery drains like crazy
    • Under investigation.
  • Forum Notifications/Count are missing
    • Coming in a future update.
  • General slowness
    • Under investigation. Ram Issue.
  • Layout Issue (Android Specific) – Entering the app through a push notification, from a landscape-based app, makes the layout freakout.
    • Investigating.
  • Mix Button Turns Off When Exiting App
    • Fixed with next version. Can be worked around now by pulling-to-refresh on the Pouch screen.
  • Profile Bio Doesn’t Save
    • We have received reports that the bio doesn’t always save or randomly disappears. This is under investigation.
  • Random Crashes (especially on older devices)
    • We have discovered that the ram needed for the app fluctuates way more than it should, sometimes peaking over 1gb, which can cause older devices to crash. We are investigating what is causing this, so that we can enhance app performance.
  • Store purchases hang up for a long time
    • We’re currently working on this. Should be mostly resolved with our continuing changes.
  • Store shows new item, but gives something else
    • Under investigation. Usually happens when the app hasn’t been closed.
  • Unresponsive Buttons – Performing certain navigation changes can cause various pages to become unresponsive. Closing the app resolves the issue.
    • Fixed with next version.

Any additional questions, comments, concerns? Email: support@wallabeegame.com

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June 19, 2018

Unique Spotlight – Unicorn – Fantastic Creatures

“A unicorn is just a horse with a point of view.” – Ron Sexsmith

Owner: Verit4s

How To Get: This item is readily available in Uncanny Uniques for 500hc.

Meaning: I’ve been an avid fan of Dungeons and Dragons for most of my life and thought this would be an interesting basis for a set of Uniques. That and I thought having Uniques would be a great way to make my own personal stamp on a game I love.

Which number Unique is this for you? This was the 1st Unique I thought of, but was part of a series of 10. 8 of those are retired.

Closing Thoughts: Keep a ready eye open for the flip side of this Unique series: the Heroes!

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June 15, 2018

Weekly Buzz – 06/15/18 (NOW ENDED)

Hello Collectors,

Do you like surprises? We like surprises. There may be delayed surprises waiting to surprise you. Surprise!

Behind the Curtain

It’s been a while since our last sale, so it’s about time we give you the opportunity again. Enjoy discounted Honeycombs, Locks, and Mixerpacks in the online store. This sale will start immediately and last through Monday, 2pm UTC. We’re also going to update the Mixerpool with even more goodies for you to capitalize on, including some difficult-to-obtain Uniques. Stay tuned for these changes a little later today.

Yesterday we asked on social media if you’re an early bird or a night owl. To play WallaBee and get low numbers, you have to be both! However, this staff member is more of a night owl… which makes those early drop-times difficult.

July 14th is Munzee’s 7th Birthday celebration in Texas. We will be issuing a Unique worldwide during this time, with a special variant for those who are able to attend. We will also be continuing the birthday celebration on the 21st in California, so keep an eye out for even more fun during that weekend. Details to follow.

Did you catch the ending of “The Chase” this week? We put together a video to showcase the story in its entirety. Perhaps you’ve already seen it on social media, but here it is again. Enjoy!

Recent Item Highlights

    

  

Player Unique Spotlight

With more and more Player Uniques coming out, we want to spend a respectable amount of time learning more about them. Our Player Unique Spotlight this week highlighted Bearded Lady Golfer. You can read more about this unique here.

Bearded Lady Golfer

 

This Week In WallaBee History | June 11th – June 17th

June 13th, 2012: The first item in WallaTech was Floppy Discs… if you even remember what these are.

June 16th, 2014: First Aid released as the first item that references DeCoyote. Do you know which other items he’s appeared in? There’s a few of them now…

June 12th, 2015: Chocolate Brownie and WallaBee Wundae released as the last items in Ice Scream, followed only a few short hours afterward by the first item in Primeval Park, The Incident.

June 16th, 2017: Represent! released as the first item in The Hunt. London may be a big place to walk around, but everything you need to see is just around the corner. This item was created to highlight those in attendance at the 2017 London Birthday event.

Room For Growth

We have compiled a list of issues that we are currently working on. If you find something that doesn’t fit into this list, please reach out to us and let us know.

  • Battery drains like crazy
    • Under investigation.
  • Forum Notifications/Count are missing
    • Coming in a future update.
  • General slowness
    • Under investigation. Ram Issue.
  • Layout Issue (Android Specific) – Entering the app through a push notification, from a landscape-based app, makes the layout freakout.
    • Investigating.
  • Mix Button Turns Off When Exiting App
    • Fixed with next version. Can be worked around now by pulling-to-refresh on the Pouch screen.
  • Profile Bio Doesn’t Save
    • We have received reports that the bio doesn’t always save or randomly disappears. This is under investigation.
  • Random Crashes (especially on older devices)
    • We have discovered that the ram needed for the app fluctuates way more than it should, sometimes peaking over 1gb, which can cause older devices to crash. We are investigating what is causing this, so that we can enhance app performance.
  • Store purchases hang up for a long time
    • We’re currently working on this. Should be mostly resolved with our continuing changes.
  • Store shows new item, but gives something else
    • Under investigation. Usually happens when the app hasn’t been closed.
  • Unresponsive Buttons – Performing certain navigation changes can cause various pages to become unresponsive. Closing the app resolves the issue.
    • Fixed with next version.

Any additional questions, comments, concerns? Email: support@wallabeegame.com

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June 12, 2018

Unique Spotlight – Bearded Lady Golfer

Just a gesture “fore” all the help I’ve received getting the 711’s. I was in a right pickle. Want one? “Slice” a 711 my way and we’ll see what we can “draw” up.

Owner: Stuart

How To Get: Players can have one by just asking.

Meaning: This Unique was originally created to trade for 711s.

Which number Unique is this for you? This is my 1st Unique.

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June 8, 2018

Weekly Buzz – 06/08/18

Hello Collectors,

It’s getting closer to summer, especially here in Texas. We’re ready to cool off with a new summer-inspired set, are you? More details are sure to follow soon.

Behind the Curtain

We made a quick update to the Job Lot item. Read more about it here.

New flavors of Fizzy Pop were released this week. Along with the original Cola, you can now find Lime, Orange, and Cherry. Remember, you can change your original variant with the Wand Of Transformation.

Development on the infrastructure continues. We’re doing everything we can at the moment to bring you the smoothest experience possible.

Munzee’s 7th Birthday is being celebrated in Texas on July 14th this year. We are celebrating with our sister app that weekend, releasing a new Unique worldwide, with a special variant for those in attendance. It should be a fun time for everyone, both near and far.

Recent Item Highlights

  

Player Unique Spotlight

With more and more Player Uniques coming out, we want to spend a respectable amount of time learning more about them. Our Player Unique Spotlight this week highlighted Football World Cup 2018. You can read more about this unique here.

Football World Cup 2018

 

 

This Week In WallaBee History | June 4th – June 10th

June 4th, 2016: You can’t go to the beach and surf without Surf Boards, so we made sure to give you some.

June 5th, 2012: Keep Calm And Reign On launched in its entirety.

June 8th, 2012: Supporters were out for the Euro Championships, starting the series off right!

Room For Growth

We have compiled a list of issues that we are currently working on. If you find something that doesn’t fit into this list, please reach out to us and let us know.

  • Battery drains like crazy
    • Under investigation.
  • Forum Notifications/Count are missing
    • Coming in a future update.
  • General slowness
    • Under investigation. Ram Issue.
  • Layout Issue (Android Specific) – Entering the app through a push notification, from a landscape-based app, makes the layout freakout.
    • Investigating.
  • Mix Button Turns Off When Exiting App
    • Fixed with next version. Can be worked around now by pulling-to-refresh on the Pouch screen.
  • Random Crashes (especially on older devices)
    • We have discovered that the ram needed for the app fluctuates way more than it should, sometimes peaking over 1gb, which can cause older devices to crash. We are investigating what is causing this, so that we can enhance app performance.
  • Store purchases hang up for a long time
    • We’re currently working on this. Should be mostly resolved with our continuing changes.
  • Store shows new item, but gives something else
    • Under investigation. Usually happens when the app hasn’t been closed.
  • Unresponsive Buttons – Performing certain navigation changes can cause various pages to become unresponsive. Closing the app resolves the issue.
    • Fixed with next version.

Any additional questions, comments, concerns? Email: support@wallabeegame.com

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June 7, 2018

WallaBee: The Card Game Rules

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June 7, 2018

Job Lot + Junk = ?!

Hello Collectors,

In the wake of the Wishing Well’s release, we’ve been considering additional gameplay options for the remaining ‘junk’ items in the game under #10,000. To make a somewhat longer story short, we’ve added the ability for Job Lot to re-roll any item over #2,000.

So what exactly happens? When an item over #2,000 is mixed with the Job Lot, it creates another new item. This item may be one over #10,000 which can be used as fuel for the Wishing Well, or it may be another item that you can reuse with another Job Lot. Think of this like mixing two WallaBee Mixers, without the possibility of it pulling an item from the pool.

So why did we do this? Well, it simply just adds another option for junk items. We didn’t want to lower the #10,000 limi of Wishing Wells, and didn’t want to introduce a new item that causes FOMO mayhem… so Job Lot it was. Who knows what’s in the box! You could find pretty much any WallaBee issued item from this, including items that will help fuel your Well.

Job Lot is an item that already exists in The Auction House set. This item can be foraged at Shopping locations and is available in the market for an instant purchase at 100hc. This item will mix with any #2,000 and above item (except Perfume, Aftershave, another Job Lot, or the Wishing Well). The feature is already live in the game, so have fun!

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June 5, 2018

Unique Spotlight – Football World Cup 2018

Owner: Wyando

How To Get: By playing the Football World Cup 2018 prediction game. All rules to be found the Party Room forum (And there are no fees at all to play!!).

Meaning: Let’s have some fun with predicting the matches all together, and even if you are not info football, you can play along to get this Unique. But you have to predict the scores for all 64 matches and the bonus questions (can all be done before hand). The ranking will kind of define the number of Unique you get. All further details to be found in the Party  Room forum.

Which number Unique is this for you? This is my 6th Unique.

Closing Thoughts: I am hoping that lots of WallaBee players will join, veterans and newbees. Just be part of it!! Let’s scream together: Goal! Goal! Goal!!

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