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yourofl10

02-18-2009, 02:25 PM

What do u think of the app?
Loooks ok
BTW its on TA main page

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http://touchpets.ngmoco.com/images/large/screenshot_lg_04.png

http://touchpets.ngmoco.com/images/large/screenshot_lg_03.png

emb531

02-18-2009, 02:26 PM

Thought we should have a thread to discuss. I think the game looks pretty entertaining, the graphics are well done for sure. ngmoco has been quite quiet latley, so I assume this is what they have been working on...hopefully it holds up once released.

applesauce25r624

02-18-2009, 02:29 PM

might be the most girly game ever to hit itouch/iphone

pante

02-18-2009, 02:32 PM

i like that there is a dachshund :)

Crimsonpaw

02-18-2009, 02:42 PM

I'll be picking this up for my kids I'm sure. Not that my 2 year old needs ANOTHER reason (aside from flick bowling and wave blazer) to ask for "i-pawd??"

Lukearcade22

02-18-2009, 02:45 PM

Looks interesting...

I might pick this one up, depends on the price

It could be similar to ihusky

and Nintendogs on the Nintendo DS

But it is always nice to have some kind of pet simulation game :)

ConniptionMike

02-18-2009, 02:47 PM

Hmmm... it does appear to have a little better graphics than my Giga Pet...

Tennisking1o1

02-18-2009, 03:22 PM

I won't be picking this up. Nintendogs was a lot of fun and all, but I just don't see myself playing anymore dog-owning sims, especially when I have a lil' dog right here with me :)

tiagobuhr

02-18-2009, 03:34 PM

Personally i don`t think it`ll be a hit. I can`t imagine people paying to evolve a dog. But i might be wrong, lets see =p

P.S : The game sure has good graphics and is polished O_o

PeterM11

02-18-2009, 03:35 PM

i will probably be getting this. it looks kind of fun. i only wish the graphics were more realistic like in the iPuppy games that are already out.

also just to let the ngmoco fans know, they just tweeted that worfu is almost dont and then topple2 will be soon to follow. and they are working on an update to rolando that they want to get out very soon that will bring more levels! woohoo!

Fome

02-18-2009, 03:51 PM

IMO, those dogs are kinda...ugly? Not cute or realistic at all compared to Nintendogs.

Bhizzle

02-18-2009, 06:34 PM

looks... itneresting?

TimothyR

02-19-2009, 10:52 PM

I like the dogs' cartoon look, having uber detailed dogs would probably make the game lag and objects be rough...

Kamazar

02-19-2009, 11:33 PM

Aw, yes, nothing's cuter than a couple megabytes of data. I just don't see the appeal in this game. Pokemon, yes, because there's a point. This is made for petless people. I've got my own boxer that I can hug and play with. The dogs, like some said, are way too cartoonish.

"Hewo cooty paws, who's desperate for a pet. Hoooos desperate for a pet?"

CandyNJ66

03-13-2009, 02:46 PM

There is apparently A LOT more to this game. Check out this hands on preview of ToughPets Dogs.

http://www.pocketgamer.co.uk/r/iPhone/TouchPets+Dogs/news.asp?c=11887

Can a mod please move this to the new Upcoming games board? thanks!

danc4498

03-13-2009, 02:52 PM

Retean

06-12-2009, 01:29 AM

when is this coming out?

mjmoco

06-12-2009, 01:43 PM

when is this coming out?

Touch Pets Dogs will be out some time this summer.

danielkane

06-12-2009, 02:15 PM

I really cant wait for this its going to be coolt o see how they do

xVietx

06-12-2009, 03:39 PM

Retean

06-13-2009, 02:18 AM

Ehh, it's ok for people who like that kind of stuff. I can't say that I'd spend money taking care of a a virtual pet and all. I mean, it's cute and everything but you just don't get an authentic feeling from having a real pet and cuddling up and playing with it since, really now, it's just a virtual pet. It's never be like a real dog. So, I wouldn't buy it but that's just me.
Using your logic video games period are pointless. Whats the point of playing Tower defense games? Its never like your really out there assigning defenses to your "fort"

Its just something fun....no one said this is the alternative to buying a real dog. Whats wrong with having both?

xVietx

06-13-2009, 02:40 AM

Using your logic video games period are pointless. Whats the point of playing Tower defense games? Its never like your really out there assigning defenses to your "fort"

Its just something fun....no one said this is the alternative to buying a real dog. Whats wrong with having both?

Yes but there's a difference. You can have a dog in real life. You can't build towers with machine guns, missiles, and magical elements to fight monsters, bugs, robots, and others in real life. You can't suit up and go fight aliens or face another person in a death match and you can't go and grab an m16 and fight in a war(i guess you could but there's a chance of being killed). There's many things in video games that are very appealing because of the fact that everyone wants to do them but it's just not possible in real life. This game is so it's not appealing in my mind. And this is just my opinion. There's no point in anyone having to think or believe the way I do.

Retean

06-13-2009, 02:53 AM

Yes but there's a difference. You can have a dog in real life. You can't build towers with machine guns, missiles, and magical elements to fight monsters, bugs, robots, and others in real life. You can't suit up and go fight aliens or face another person in a death match and you can't go and grab an m16 and fight in a war(i guess you could but there's a chance of being killed). There's many things in video games that are very appealing because of the fact that everyone wants to do them but it's just not possible in real life. This game is so it's not appealing in my mind. And this is just my opinion. There's no point in anyone having to think or believe the way I do.
And there are aspects in the game that arent available to everyone. Not everyone can train their pet to pounce on balls and become a firefighter or scientist. And why is this only for people without pets? Just look at the sims. People love makin virtual humans...whats wrong with dogs. My main point is if this kind of gameplay doesnt appeal to you why even post in the thread? Thats like if i hate TD games and post how stupid Defenders Chronicles is purely because I dont like those style of games.

xVietx

06-13-2009, 04:54 AM

And there are aspects in the game that arent available to everyone. Not everyone can train their pet to pounce on balls and become a firefighter or scientist. And why is this only for people without pets? Just look at the sims. People love makin virtual humans...whats wrong with dogs. My main point is if this kind of gameplay doesnt appeal to you why even post in the thread? Thats like if i hate TD games and post how stupid Defenders Chronicles is purely because I dont like those style of games.

Why are you taking this so seriously? I already stated that this is just my own opinion and nobody has to think this way. It's just how I think and no one else in the entire world thinks the exact same way as me so just calm down. I won't even bother to say anything more since it'll just cause further argument. I have nothing against you. I just think our views differ. No hard feelings.

Retean

06-13-2009, 09:19 AM

Why are you taking this so seriously? I already stated that this is just my own opinion and nobody has to think this way. It's just how I think and no one else in the entire world thinks the exact same way as me so just calm down. I won't even bother to say anything more since it'll just cause further argument. I have nothing against you. I just think our views differ. No hard feelings.
you still dont get the point :P

xVietx

06-13-2009, 09:48 AM

you still dont get the point :P

No, you don't get the point if you're stilltrying to drag this out.

AttackOfThePwned

06-13-2009, 11:24 AM

I'll just put this out there, anyone remember Sea Monkeys? I remember as a kid how excited I was just to get that small plastic aquarium home from K-Mart to start feeding a small underwater kingdom of Sea Monkeys. When those creatures started to show up fluttering around the water I couldn't believe it! Of course they looked nothing like the picture and my hopes were ultimately dashed when my dad said "Those are just shrimp." Heart broken...I was...(not really but that adds to the story).

Point being people love pets whether they are real or fake. We like to take care of things, it is human nature.

Some people will dig this and some won't. Just like any other game.

Retean

06-13-2009, 12:28 PM

No, you don't get the point if you're stilltrying to drag this out.
My point is if you dont like virtual pet sims why would you post in a thread about one? Its pointless. There wouldnt be anything to drag out. Im gunna go post in defenders chronicles about how it sucks because i dont like TDs lol. Quit hating on games just because you can. Its annoying and counter productive.

xVietx

06-13-2009, 05:51 PM

Some people will dig this and some won't. Just like any other game.

Which is what I tried telling Retean. That people have their own opinions. This is a great game, I'm sure and a lot of people will love it and all but it's just not for me and that's all I said. I wasn't trying to force anyone to believe what I did so what's wrong with me voicing my opinion?

MacDaddy

06-13-2009, 06:25 PM

Looks very interesting, I like the "Sims" like elements that gives the dog more personality :)

Retean

06-13-2009, 06:38 PM

Which is what I tried telling Retean. That people have their own opinions. This is a great game, I'm sure and a lot of people will love it and all but it's just not for me and that's all I said. I wasn't trying to force anyone to believe what I did so what's wrong with me voicing my opinion?
So your saying you can post your opinion but when i post comments about your opinions which are basically my opinions im wrong? Why am i not allowed to talk about what someone said about the game? I wasnt aware i was being rude or coming off as angry. I was simply saying that even though YOU feel that its pointless since you can have a real dog that there are many instances where that argument is simply wrong. Am i not allowed to do that?

xVietx

06-13-2009, 08:06 PM

Did we not just discuss this Retean? *Sigh* And this is the person who was complaining about still talking to him. Some people these days don't even make sense and don't know what they're talking about.

Anyways, the game looks good. As I said before, I wouldn't buy it though. My sister has several Nintendogs games and a pet game for the iPod Touch also. It didn't do much for me although I know this appeals to a lot of people. I guess I'll just wait until it gets released and someone can prove me wrong. I'm almost certain that my sister will be buying this game though so I might give it a shot and if I find it enjoyable, I'll gladly take what I said back. Overall, it's coming along well and the graphics look great.

Retean

06-13-2009, 08:16 PM

xVietx

06-13-2009, 08:39 PM

Retean

06-13-2009, 08:47 PM

Lol Retean. Your post cracked me up. The situation is completely opposite of what you said. Hahaha. :D

This was supposed to be due for a Spring 2009 release date? Wow. I wonder what happened if it's still not released this late. :confused:
last video i saw said summer...as did someone i believe on last page....their website says coming soon so im hoping its sometime this month.

And i thought you werent responding to me anymore?

xVietx

06-13-2009, 08:54 PM

last video i saw said summer...as did someone i believe on last page....their website says coming soon so im hoping its sometime this month.

And i thought you werent responding to me anymore?

Maybe you haven't noticed but that's impossible to do since we're having a conversation about the game that this thread is about. It's no problem that you didn't catch it.

Originally, it was planned for a Spring 2009 release.
We don't have an exact release date on either title, but Touch Pets Dogs is expected in the spring.
We first heard mention of TouchPet Dogs at the iPhone Intelligence Party at MacWorld San Francisco in Early January. The game is due for a Spring 2009 release.

mofard

06-13-2009, 09:12 PM

The difference between this game and the other pet dog sims is that this one you actually do stuff. You train your pet...If 2 people have the game you can send your pets back and forth to each others ipod for pet dates. Pets can have careers and the game utilizes the touch screen with caring for your pet and the accelerometer for playing with it.

I dont understand why people keep comparing this to nintendogs tho. I dont think that will be released on ipod :P

Looks like a ripoff of nintendogs to me, bad graphics too. And people are comparing it to nintendogs because this app is copying what nintendogs does, career, training, trading other dogs with other people just like in the ds version.
The only thing it needs now is voice recognized commands like the ds version so when you say sit or lie down the dog responds, then the game will become a complete copy.
Is it just me or does ngmoco love porting successful games from other consoles on to the iPhone? Rolando - locoroco, touchpets - nintendogs

mofard

06-13-2009, 09:16 PM

I highly doubt people actually want to go to war in real life lol

Retean

06-13-2009, 09:16 PM

Well you went out of your way to pm me to say you didnt want to talk to me but yet here you are still talkin to me :P

and yes it was originally scheduled for spring release but if you follow this link

http://toucharcade.com/2009/06/08/ngmoco-shows-off-touch-pets-discusses-iphone-3g-s/

to the lastest feature on it you will see it was changed to summer :)

EDIT: Looks like a ripoff of nintendogs to me, bad graphics too. And people are comparing it to nintendogs because this app is copying what nintendogs does, career, training, trading other dogs with other people just like in the ds version.
The only thing it needs now is voice recognized commands like the ds version so when you say sit or lie down the dog responds, then the game will become a complete copy.
Is it just me or does ngmoco love porting successful games from other consoles on to the iPhone? Rolando - locoroco, touchpets - nintendogs

everything in the app store is a ripoff of something. Point being how can you compare this to a game on a different console? You should be comparing it to the other pet sims that are already on the ipod like ihusky which totally blows it out of the water. And what about the people who wanted to try nintendogs but it was 2 expensive or they didnt have a ds? poor mans alternative right here and that is the definition of gaming on the ipod :P

Retean

06-13-2009, 09:20 PM

whoops dp =( so ummm

hurray for touch pets :P

qasim

07-08-2009, 02:07 PM

Whether you are a pet owner, animal devotee, or just a lover of all things cuddly, there's probably an app for that. If nothing has yet tickled your fancy (or rubbed your belly), ngmoco might have what you've been searching for with their new Touch Pets series headed to iPhone.

The first entry, Touch Pets: Dogs, is being developed with the expertise of virtual pet veteran, Andrew Stern, who worked to create the pivotal Petz franchise in the late 90s. We recently had a chance to discuss his newest project with him via e-mail.

"I love animals, and recently have had pets I was very close to," Stern told us in an email.

"I think the thing that excites me the most about creating virtual pets is the art, craft and technology involved in creating the illusion of life: how a combination of artificial intelligence, expressive animation and a direct interaction user interface all work together to form this virtual living being that has emotion, awareness and can form relationships with you. It is a fascinating pursuit," he told us.

http://img.slidetoplay.com/20090707/touchpetsdogs5.jpg

Virtual pet sims have been years in the making, but this one is looking to take advantage of some of the iPhone's unique features. For starters, Stern says, the iPhone "has better rendering capability than the PCs I developed on my previous virtual pet projects."

"I think there’s something very compelling about having a fluidly-alive virtual dog right at your fingertips, that you can carry around and play with anywhere you are."

It was probably Nintendo DS's Nintendogs that really gave us our first taste of a truly user-friendly and portable pet care experience. You'll probably notice some similarities between that game and Touch Pets: Dogs, but there are some key differences worth noting.

http://img.slidetoplay.com/20090707/touchpetsdogs6.jpg

"The quality of the illusion of life combined with the immediate, direct interaction the puppies offer; the depth of the stats, goals and careers for the puppies that we’ve created; and of course, the ability for you to socialize and network your dogs with your friends dogs, and follow their friendships and romances over time" really set this one apart, Stern told us.

The unique touch controls and motion sensing capabilities of the iPhone could take pet sims to the next level. "You can draw hand gestures to train your puppies to sit, lie down, raise up, hop around, and do all kinds of flips," Stern wrote. "And, you can tilt the phone to roll an Agility Ball around and train your dog to jump over and onto it. It’s really fun."

http://img.slidetoplay.com/20090707/touchpetsdogs1.jpg

Beyond the new interface, the so-called career aspect is equally impressive, if they can integrate it into the basic one-on-one time you spend with your pup. Want your dog to be a crime fighting hero or a scientific slueth? No problem, if you train it right.

"Your role is to prepare your dog to go off and accomplish a career on their own; they run offscreen and come back a little while later succeeding or failing the current Career Step," Stern described. "To do this, you warm up your puppies by feeding and doing Strength Training with them, you equip them with tools such as Laser Rangefinders, GPS or Grappling Hooks as the case may be."

http://img.slidetoplay.com/20090707/touchpetsdogs3.jpg

"You can pursue puppy careers in Search and Rescue, Crimefighting, Science, Politics, and even become a Celebrity dog," Stern said.

The best part is that you won't be tackling this alone, thanks to play dates. Stern walked us through the process. "[Play dates] are asynchronous, meaning that I can invite your puppy over to play on my device while you are simultaneously playing with your puppy on [yours]. When that happens, it’s sort of like parallel universes. But whatever effects I have on your dog – such as feeding her, giving her attention, even getting her to fall in love [with] my dog-– those changes shortly thereafter get merged with whatever you’re doing with your dog. You can also set permission levels to say how much or little other players can affect your dog."

Your pals can keep track of what you're doing with your canine companion by following a global Twitter-esque Dog Feed. "[You] can follow other players and read about what they and their dogs are up to. For example, if I’m following you but you’re not following me yet, I can invite your dog to my device, but can’t affect her stats. Once we’re mutually following each other though, then we can care for each other’s dogs."

http://img.slidetoplay.com/20090707/touchpetsdogs2.jpg

What about if your online friend has a mean streak? No worries, because "all interactions are positive in Touch Pets," said Stern. "The worst you can do is to neglect a dog by not feeding or playing with it for a while. Puppies won’t starve (the game automatically feeds them for you) but your dog can become sad and lonely."

"If that happens, all other players in your network will see postings on the Dog Feed such as 'Rex is lonely and needs to be fed' – encouraging you to feed your friends’ dogs if they’re slacking off." Doing so earns you extra Puppy Points, which you can presumably use to unlock new items, clothes, and advancements.

http://img.slidetoplay.com/20090707/touchpetsdogs4.jpg

Whatever you decide to do with your newfound best friend, it seems like Touch Pets is going to allow you to do it in some form. With the online social aspects, the career tracks, and innovative touch and motion controls, this is one to to put on your watch list.

As to what's next for the franchise, Stern was predictably mum on future additions, but we'll be as unsurprised as Droopy if they don't have a follow-up game in the months following its release. Keep your eyes peeled and stay tuned to Slide To Play and the official Touch Pets website for more info as the game nears its release.

Source: SlideToPlay (http://www.slidetoplay.com/story/touch-pets-dogs-preview)

Cute stuff! :)

ShadowsFall

07-08-2009, 02:39 PM

Any news on the release date? I can't find it on the website. It was said on ign that it will be released on June 30, 2009, but I guess that wasn't it.

PeterM11

07-08-2009, 02:47 PM

I've been wondering.... are they going to make other games like Touch Pets: Cats and things too?

Hodapp

07-08-2009, 02:49 PM

I hope ngmoco invites me over to take a dip in the olympic sized swimming pool of money this game is going to make.

Seriously though, when I got a demo of this game at the ngmoco press event at WWDC, all I could think of was how much this game is going to sell. Take the Nintendogs formula:

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.joystiq.com/media/2006/01/DSPrintsMoney.jpg

Add in easy plugins for social networking sites, push alerts, internet multiplayer, and everything else they're doing which is just impossible to do on the DS and you get something like this:

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/73/195973052_10b4eadea0.jpg

While I'm kind of undecided on how interested core gamers will be in a game like this, Touch Pets will have the same (if not much more) appeal as Pocket God to non-gamers and casual gamers. I don't even need to consult my magic 8 ball to know Touch Pets is going to live a long life on the top ten.

Shinto

07-08-2009, 03:38 PM

I usually play games and I am interested in the game if they do it the way it should be. the way it should be.

riciad

07-08-2009, 05:42 PM

Come on ngmoco, give us a hint when this will be out!

My grandchildren are driving me crazy with their oft repeated refrain, "Is the pet dog game out yet?"

Should never have shown them the screenshots a couple of months ago.

PeterM11

08-07-2009, 02:28 PM

Does anyone know how many dogs there will be? Will it only be the ones shown in the video?? Cause I'd love to have a Husky. And I still wonder if theyre gonna make more Touch Pets games with stuff like Cats.

swigo8

08-07-2009, 02:43 PM

this game looks really cute, and looks like a good way to kill time! im very excited for its release, when is that?

mjmoco

08-21-2009, 01:32 AM

We talk Touch Pets social features on the latest ngmoshow.

YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MDGpkZk00w) / ngmoshow (http://ngmoshow.ngmoco.com)

PeterM11

08-21-2009, 01:58 AM

I like the look of the interface for the game. Now I just wanna know when it's coming out!!! :)
This and the NGMOFPS are top on my Most Wanted list right now.

prissy5

08-21-2009, 03:28 AM

Does anyone know what the release date is for touch pets. I cannot wait this is really cute.Has it gone too apple yet for review.

prissy5

08-21-2009, 06:21 AM

This is going to be a great game its on my list too buy.

Gizmoe

08-21-2009, 09:52 AM

yep..ive been waiting for this game also..:)

yournothere

08-21-2009, 11:32 AM

these ngmoshows are stupid. I didnt watch the latest one but, All they do you say the same things they have said before. Just tell us when the games will be released!!!

prissy5

08-30-2009, 09:56 PM

touchpets is suppose to be submitted soon. Does anyone know how soon. If we will even see it this in September.

prissy5

09-02-2009, 10:55 AM

Hey guys maybe if we made more noise and get more people talking about touchpets so they do know we what it, They would atleast give us a idea of where they are. If they are finished with it. Summer is almost over we are coming into fall.

PeterM11

09-02-2009, 11:32 AM

I have a feeling that it MIGHT be released during the event on the 9th. It would make sense. They released Star Defense during the 3.0 event. We can only hope.

prissy5

09-02-2009, 12:25 PM

I hope you are right. I also hope it works on the 2 gen ipod also not just the new one that are going too have. I have not even had mine a year.

PeterM11

09-02-2009, 12:40 PM

I hope you are right. I also hope it works on the 2 gen ipod also not just the new one that are going too have. I have not even had mine a year.
Oh no. It would definitely work with the current devices. They only have those to develop on at the moment anyways, but that would also be terrible for them because a ton of people would hate them for it if they didn't support older devices. That's been proven before with other devs and games.

prissy5

09-02-2009, 12:51 PM

Oh no. It would definitely work with the current devices. They only have those to develop on at the moment anyways, but that would also be terrible for them because a ton of people would hate them for it if they didn't support older devices. That's been proven before with other devs and games.

Thank you so much for answering. They seem to be slow on getting the good games out. The ones we want the most it seems.

prissy5

09-05-2009, 10:31 AM

Why are they not giving us anything on touchpets. There should be a release coming even sooner for touch pets.

kmacleod

09-05-2009, 11:09 AM

Why are they not giving us anything on touchpets. There should be a release coming even sooner for touch pets.

They have a video podcast they've been doing for a few months now, and they keep showing people playing Touch Pets and it looks almost done. However, there is one key phrase that someone said during one of the podcasts that I think answers the question about where the game is. They said something to the effect of "...and there are hundreds of different items you can use to interact with your pets", or something like that.

If I had to bet, I'd say coding hundreds of different items to work with all of the possible permutations of animal AI takes longer than you'd think, and might be the reason the game isn't out by now. I could be way off, but that is my guess.

prissy5

09-05-2009, 11:16 AM

They have a video podcast they've been doing for a few months now, and they keep showing people playing Touch Pets and it looks almost done. However, there is one key phrase that someone said during one of the podcasts that I think answers the question about where the game is. They said something to the effect of "...and there are hundreds of different items you can use to interact with your pets", or something like that.

If I had to bet, I'd say coding hundreds of different items to work with all of the possible permutations of animal AI takes longer than you'd think, and might be the reason the game isn't out by now. I could be way off, but that is my guess.

So it could be two or three months out before we see this game even though they said it was very close.It has been almost 7 months so it could be november. Wow

kmacleod

09-05-2009, 11:25 AM

So it could be two or three months out before we see this game even though they said it was very close.It has been almost 7 months so it could be november. Wow

I'm still not thinking it is going to be that long. I'd be surprised if we don't see it by mid October. Then again, I'm actually surprised we haven't seen it already, so who knows...

140000541

09-05-2009, 01:35 PM

they did say spring 2009, so they probably had some errors and more things to add and do. i just hope they dont "nfsu" it

asbjoern

09-06-2009, 02:16 PM

it is wierd that they don't just put the game out now and then add more items as updates

prissy5

09-06-2009, 02:57 PM

AttackOfThePwned

09-06-2009, 03:41 PM

I do not understand why they are keeping the guys up to date on the new livefire. There saying nothing about touchpets now. I thank they want everyone too get hyped up about touchpets like they or the other. Than they know they have a sell

The guys? I am a guy and I like seeing developers cater to all consumers rather than just the male side of gaming. C'mon now they have shown more of TouchPets than Eliminate. I also don't think TouchPets will sell well just to the female iPhone contingent as I see it selling much better than Eliminate at this point to all demographics.

BTW the "play date" feature will probably hook the lonely and single teenage boys in ;). Should be a big hit with couples and families too. It will have a pretty broad audience if they can get the online mechanic correct while keeping it fresh with things to do at the same time.

prissy5

09-06-2009, 06:32 PM

I hope your are right. I would love too see people get excited about something besides combat and blood.

prissy5

09-09-2009, 11:08 AM

Has anyone heard anything more about touchpets. Has it been submitted too Apple yet.

beachmusic

09-09-2009, 11:16 AM

prissy5

09-09-2009, 12:20 PM

This game will have DLC/ microtransactions in spades! I figure they are testing the system.Wait till they anounce that it's nearing submission then wait for a month more for it to be submitted then wait for the countdown that leads to the new trailer and a countdown that leads to another countdown then another countdown and finally it will be out.... Frankly i hope playfish beats them into releasing an iphone version of Pet society ;)

I aqree with you. They have been playing games for 8 months now with all of us. I hope someone beats them too the punch. It makes you almost not care anymore. But if someone beats them too the punch I will buy it not theres. They have done the same thing with livefire. Have you checked out there site and the countdown on it.

The Game Reaper

09-09-2009, 12:25 PM

Hodapp

09-09-2009, 12:51 PM

I aqree with you. They have been playing games for 8 months now with all of us. I hope someone beats them too the punch. It makes you almost not care anymore. But if someone beats them too the punch I will buy it not theres. They have done the same thing with livefire. Have you checked out there site and the countdown on it.

How are they "playing games with us" by developing iPhone games? I really don't understand all the complainers going on about how ngmoco is someone wronging them by actually putting a layer of TLC on their games that few other developers do. Something tells me the same people who are up in arms over ngmoco taking so long to develop games would be the same people who would be equally up in arms if Touch Pets of Eliminate were released and they were half finished or buggy.

You can't have it both ways. ;)

sizzlakalonji

09-09-2009, 01:02 PM

How are they "playing games with us" by developing iPhone games? I really don't understand all the complainers going on about how ngmoco is someone wronging them by actually putting a layer of TLC on their games that few other developers do. Something tells me the same people who are up in arms over ngmoco taking so long to develop games would be the same people who would be equally up in arms if Touch Pets of Eliminate were released and they were half finished or buggy.

You can't have it both ways. ;)

Did you see the screen name? Just sayin'.

prissy5

09-09-2009, 09:33 PM

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 01:20 AM

I do not complain about the games unless they crash. Fine if they are working on the games i want it right. Stop saying coming soon or we will submit it very soon. Be honest and say it could be another month or 2 thats all.Very soon is not 2 or 3 months, and we need some more games for women there are plenty of games for the guys.

Exactly! The way they hype their games is what i truly hate and besides what other games beside rolando and rolando 2 ( which was actually made by handcircus) did they have to show for? Ngmoco plays it like they are releasing the next installment of MGS, ever seen a movie teaser that says coming 2011 its pretty annoying!

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 01:41 AM

What is it with you and DLC?

Let me ask you? Did you enjoy all the additional content we get via update? Take rolando 1 for example did you enjoy all the free levels ngmoco gave is without a dime more? Did you find it annoying or did any of you purchase the additional map in flickfishing? Didn't you wonder that this extra map is to much for 99cc when the actual game is just 99cc? How much is the lowest cash transaction in the appstore? If the charging model works for ngmoco don't you think other devs will follow their initiative? Well answer those question and lets talk again :)

jecebn

09-10-2009, 01:46 AM

I do not complain about the games unless they crash. Fine if they are working on the games i want it right. Stop saying coming soon or we will submit it very soon. Be honest and say it could be another month or 2 thats all.Very soon is not 2 or 3 months, and we need some more games for women there are plenty of games for the guys.

How about you email ngmoco and ask them instead of writing annoying posts here

@beachmusic - you have got to be the cheapest person I have ever seen in my life - I'm guessing it's because you are 12 and depend on your parents to buy everything for you

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 01:51 AM

How about you email ngmoco and ask them instead of writing annoying posts here

@beachmusic - you have got to be the cheapest person I have ever seen in my life - I'm guessing it's because you are 12 and depend on your parents to buy everything for you

Well i guess she realize that posting here will be 100 times more effective than emailing them! The power of mass media! And why don't you tell that to every moaner on the gameloft games thread!

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 02:09 AM

How about you email ngmoco and ask them instead of writing annoying posts here

@beachmusic - you have got to be the cheapest person I have ever seen in my life - I'm guessing it's because you are 12 and depend on your parents to buy everything for you

Well if you are thinking i'm 12 then lol to that coz i know you know in your heart of hearts that i don't sound like one ;) i'm an active community member of the xbox360 as well so i know what dlc can do if left unchecked does it make me cheap? Have heard me ever complain here about app pricing? Almost every game i bought today are priced at premium And i don't mind... But DLC aka microtransaction is a different animal ;) So please stop with the low blow and give me a valid argument... Btw i'm 25 and i have a goodpaying job!

TIMELESS

09-10-2009, 08:32 PM

SoCal_Sponger

09-10-2009, 08:43 PM

Well if you are thinking i'm 12 then lol to that coz i know you know in your heart of hearts that i don't sound like one ;) i'm an active community member of the xbox360 as well so i know what dlc can do if left unchecked does it make me cheap? Have heard me ever complain here about app pricing? Almost every game i bought today are priced at premium And i don't mind... But DLC aka microtransaction is a different animal ;) So please stop with the low blow and give me a valid argument... Btw i'm 25 and i have a goodpaying job!

your grammar sounds like an 8 year old, you can't be 25

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 08:53 PM

your grammar sounds like an 8 year old, you can't be 25
Why thank you sir! I take that as a compliment :)

Coming from someone who said this 'atleast MW had online, thats the only reason people bought the game (plus it had a lot more features and content) ' You got great credibility right there lol!

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 08:59 PM

Has anyone heard anything else about touchpets and will we be paying too buy things for that game and for time. I cannot believe they are trying this in this economy. I do not believe people will do this for long. Depends on how greedy they get. I will pay full price for a will made game but, it is not the money. Its is the fact that i believe you buy a game you should get everything and not have too pay for it again.

That is why i oppose 'microtransactions' so much! It will be easy for a developer to hold back content so that they can charge it as DLC. Take for example an FPS, without the prospect of microtransaction, a dev would've thrown in a 'submachine gun' as part of the full game but due to the prospect of earning extra cash the same dev may hold back in putting that 'submachine gun' and charge it for 99cc.

If you want a better idea of what ngmoco is attempting to do here is a video of the 3.0 keynote
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTp0XUrwjWE

TIMELESS

09-10-2009, 09:33 PM

That is why i oppose 'microtransactions' so much! It will be easy for a developer to hold back content so that they can charge it as DLC. Take for example an FPS, without the prospect of microtransaction, a dev would've thrown in a 'submachine gun' as part of the full game but due to the prospect of earning extra cash the same dev may hold back in putting that 'submachine gun' and charge it for 99cc.

If you want a better idea of what ngmoco is attempting to do here is a video of the 3.0 keynote
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTp0XUrwjWE

Thank you for the video link. They do this on Foopets. I do not like this. I thank you for your help and i do not think it is necersery for some too be nasty on this thread. This is why i had rather not have the social part and why i had rather play my games in single mode.

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 10:10 PM

Thank you for the video link. They do this on Foopets. I do not like this. I thank you for your help and i do not think it is necersery for some too be nasty on this thread. This is why i had rather not have the social part and why i had rather play my games in single mode.
Thanks too and welcome to TA :) To some members here being anonymously nasty on the internet is a premier gentleman's sport :D

STP_Tim

09-10-2009, 11:18 PM

STP_Tim

09-10-2009, 11:19 PM

This app will be a hit... With kids 5 and under!

I think I'll stick with gameloft thank you very much.

I'm quite look forward to this actually, and I can assure you I am far older than 5 ;)

Pug4Death

09-10-2009, 11:25 PM

This app will be a hit... With kids 5 and under!

I think I'll stick with gameloft thank you very much.

Wow, that statement goes to show how much you appreciate quality games over unpolished tech demos.

/sarcasm

Pathetic.

beachmusic

09-10-2009, 11:30 PM

@Beachmusic: You do know that the only in-app purchases for Eliminate will be for energy (and possibly cosmetics). They already stated that any balance-affecting microtransactions are out of the question and were for demonstration purposes only.

We'll i sincerely hope so, I defended Ngmoco in the past but the notion of them heading the microtransaction revolution ( that of which the xbox 360 community fought so bravely) turned me into a cynic! Much as i love GL, i don't want them to completely dominate the appstore as they work best under the threat of competition.

Aurora

09-10-2009, 11:37 PM

Sad to see so many people only consider games of shooting/war/fighting/racing/anything involving zombies or people's head getting cut off quality games. It's nice to have these kind of casual games for a change in my opinion.

julzsantana15

09-10-2009, 11:58 PM

So what can you actually do in TouchPets besides customizing your dog and having PlayDates?

Slapshot

09-10-2009, 11:59 PM

So what can you actually do in TouchPets besides customizing your dog and having PlayDates?

I think there's some sort of news feed and it has its own career.

beachmusic

09-11-2009, 12:29 AM

Wow, that statement goes to show how much you appreciate quality games over unpolished tech demos.

/sarcasm

Pathetic.

The game is not even release, how can you call it 'quality game' . You obviously hate it when the device pumps up impressive Gameloft games..every dumb argument you make is against them.. you also said this in another thread ''To be honest, I laughed at right when he said that. The iPod Touch is nowhere in the leagues of the PSP and DS, it has just gained popularity because it was initially emphasized as a media player device; which has become an 'essential' to most consumers, and supposedly it can pull off some decent games and be the host for a numerous amount of utilitites and 'cool' applications- I mean tech demos now. The iPhone OS is nice, but personally, I believe it will never exceed my expectations of a portable gaming device''...you don't want to be proven wrong that the idevice can ever exceed your expectation right, so you greet every advances that the platform make with total bullshit... i been in disagreement with a lot of people here but in the end i also get to respect their opinion when they prove that they can at least respond intelligently.. You bud is just plain dumb...every post just annoyingly dumb! Every cliche about an uninformed gamer applies to you! I hope you finally get your PSPGO and post in the PSP forums instead ! I'm sorry i just got to get it off me! Anyone in disagreement just look at his post :eek: http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?p=486930#post486930

jecebn

09-11-2009, 01:01 AM

every post just annoyingly dumb

You do realize that's how everyone feels about you too, right?

beachmusic

09-11-2009, 01:06 AM

You do realize that's how everyone feels about you too, right?

The last time i check your name is not everyone :D

jecebn

09-11-2009, 01:10 AM

The last time i check your name is not everyone :D

I feel confident speaking for the majority on this issue

beachmusic

09-11-2009, 01:12 AM

I feel confident speaking for the majority on this issue

Ohhhh, @jecebn i remember we met at the minigore thread lol! I guess we did started off on the wrong foot :D Damn, and i've been warned not to mess with the minigore crowd, now i am at risk of being mob. I will not be a hypocrite and i must say that i battle with my own ghost in that thread and for that i apologize. I love minigore, in fact i gave it a 5 star review in itunes...just got pissed off waiting.

TimothyR

09-11-2009, 07:34 AM

Gameloft coming out with dungeon hunter...
Ngmoco coming out with touchpets.

nuff said.

*facepalm*

Ngmoco is also coming out with Eliminate, and others we haven't heard of yet.
TouchPets looks good for 'what it is', and sure it may be for casual gamers, but who cares? It looks good anyway.

Azrael

09-11-2009, 08:43 AM

*facepalm*

Ngmoco is also coming out with Eliminate, and others we haven't heard of yet.
TouchPets looks good for 'what it is', and sure it may be for casual gamers, but who cares? It looks good anyway.

Agreed! Gameloft and Ngmoco :-) are two of top fave devs no need to choose between them we can have them both ;)

Gryphon23

09-11-2009, 08:51 AM

Agreed! Gameloft and Ngmoco :-) are two of top fave devs no need to choose between them we can have them both ;)

What about chillingo? They are good too!

'Jeep

09-11-2009, 08:52 AM

Agreed! Gameloft and Ngmoco :-) are two of top fave devs no need to choose between them we can have them both ;)

+1!
I think ngmoco is doing a mint job at bringing idevice specific games, such as star defense and rolando, that are based on the control mechanics of the device.
On the other hand Gameloft has developed touch controls for more conventional games and help raise the standard for idevice games. And then there's EA, Freeverse... you just got to see what each does best and take your pick. :)

I'm just waiting to see what this one has to offer in terms of gameplay... it's good to have other games than the standard FPS, RPG, licensed sports games. I'm also looking forward to Kitty's Adventures.
PS: my favourites still are some of the indie devs!;)

Azrael

09-11-2009, 08:53 AM

What about chillingo? They are good too!

Yes, Chillingo especially since they brought us Minigore :) I hope this gets online to Gore vs Gore :D

TIMELESS

09-11-2009, 09:45 AM

Yes, Chillingo especially since they brought us Minigore :) I hope this gets online to Gore vs Gore :D

Looks like it could be a while before we see touchpets. If you go too the home page Eliminate is first and down below it says touchpets playdate and that is about it.

TIMELESS

09-11-2009, 10:53 PM

It looks like there getting set up to release Eliminate, There is a video on Ign for it. It says the release date is to be announced. Touchpets was suppose to be released July 2009 it says nothing else about a date for this game. I think they are going too see how well they do with Eliminate and the DLC before they release touchpets. Eliminate is the one i think they will put out first alot of hype about it. So i guess us Ladys just have too wait.

julzsantana15

09-11-2009, 11:29 PM

I think it's......
Gameloft vs. Electronic Arts
Chillingo vs. Ngmoco

Ddyracer123

09-11-2009, 11:56 PM

I wonder if Touchpets will come out with NGmoco's eliminate...

ShadowsFall

09-12-2009, 12:01 AM

I think it's......
Gameloft vs. Electronic Arts
Chillingo vs. Ngmoco

I think so too... Chillingo only publish games, not make them. Gameloft is probably one of my favorite devs out there and NgMoco is probably the worst with all their updates and etc... They are taking too long to release Touchpets and Eliminate

julzsantana15

09-12-2009, 12:06 AM

I think so too... Chillingo only publish games, not make them. Gameloft is probably one of my favorite devs out there and NgMoco is probably the worst with all their updates and etc... They are taking too long to release Touchpets and Eliminate

Yes Sir!!!

K7A7O7S

09-12-2009, 12:27 AM

Azrael

09-12-2009, 02:53 AM

First off Gameloft has no cares about customer satisfaction. They pump games out like rabbits pump out offspring. NGmoco actually try to make their games noteworthy. Gamelofts games may be good for the moment, but when people start getting the hang of idevice developement, Gameloft will fade away. That is unless they actually start putting care into their titles.

NGMOCO > GameloftI don't really get this Gameloft vs ngmoco match up, i have reason to believe it started with the release of MC:S! Gameloft started to get love letters because of that game and seeing that ngmoco is releasing an FPS title as well some ngmoco fans starts to get threaten. But there is no need for that because i am sure that once these titles hit the appstore consumer will probably buy both! I am so glad that these 2 amazing game co. are developing games for my iphone :) gameloft+ngmoco=happy consumers!

ImNoSuperMan

09-12-2009, 04:44 AM

gameloft+ngmoco+chillingo+ea+everyoneelse=happy consumers!
+1. World Peace ;)

TIMELESS

09-13-2009, 01:39 PM

They should give a date for touchpets. They just put a name too the shooter game. What about the ones that do not care about multiplayer.

eggzbacon

09-13-2009, 01:42 PM

Ngmoco doesnt put care in their games either. They only have 2 good games while Gameloft has 3 pages full of good games bursting with polish. Ngmoco sucks for now.

Brazilian Rider

09-13-2009, 01:50 PM

Ngmoco doesnt put care in their games either. They only have 2 good games while Gameloft has 3 pages full of good games bursting with polish. Ngmoco sucks for now.

+1 for TRUTH.

julzsantana15

09-13-2009, 01:55 PM

Ngmoco doesnt put care in their games either. They only have 2 good games while Gameloft has 3 pages full of good games bursting with polish. Ngmoco sucks for now.

100% Agree

TIMELESS

09-13-2009, 02:06 PM

So true about gameloft. They have many great games

TimothyR

09-13-2009, 02:56 PM

TIMELESS

09-13-2009, 03:57 PM

Why the hell are you choosing one over the other? Can't you just like them both? Buy *their* games. And also, Gameloft has a lot of people in their 'team', ngmoco... less. That's why you don't expect many games from ngmoco to be released. They work hard on their games, polishing it to every last bit of detail. I love both ngmoco and Gameloft games.

You are right TimothyR; I like both i wish they would stop doing this. They have given three dates for touchpets. Mary Jane form Ngmoco wrote me and said they would be release late summer. We are about too go into fall and it looks like the shooter is coming out first. I see all kind of games here for guys very little for ladies or girls. I want them to be honest and either say nothing or say it will be a month or two. This is not fair too the customer. I am not happy with ngmoco right now.

beachmusic

09-13-2009, 04:09 PM

You are right TimothyR; I like both i wish they would stop doing this. They have given three dates for touchpets. Mary Jane form Ngmoco wrote me and said they would be release late summer. We are about too go into fall and it looks like the shooter is coming out first. I see all kind of games here for guys very little for ladies or girls. I want them to be honest and either say nothing or say it will be a month or two. This is not fair too the customer. I am not happy with ngmoco right now.

Ngmoco is overated! I count to good games and none of them are original ideas!

TimothyR

09-13-2009, 05:17 PM

Ngmoco is overated! I count to good games and none of them are original ideas!

Same with Gameloft. ;)

The only ngmoco games I dislike are Dropship and Maze Finger.

TonreG

09-13-2009, 06:23 PM

i hope, you can buy some other dogs like the hungarian vizsla! ;)

i have one of them and i love the magyar vizsla! =)
those hunting dogs are very intelligent and my dog is such a funny guy :D

TIMELESS

09-14-2009, 04:18 PM

Does anyone have ngmoco's email address. IT seems like they do not remember touchpets. There saying nothing about it no release date nothing.

TIMELESS

09-15-2009, 03:59 PM

Time too release the dogs. We have been waiting for 8 months now. Come on you guys

mjmoco

09-15-2009, 04:34 PM

TIMELESS

09-15-2009, 05:21 PM

Hi folks. Thanks so much for your enthusiasm -- I know the Touch Pets team really appreciates it. We aren't ready to talk about TPD's release window yet, but we will certainly let you know once we are.

While we're talking TPD: Are there any aspects of the game you want to know more about?

--MJ

Yes will it have a single player mode. Will it be released maybe in Oct. We have been waiting along time for this game. Thank you for your time.

TIMELESS

09-15-2009, 06:14 PM

It could be next year before we see this game. You guys said it was almost ready this is not coming soon. This is what makes people angry and makes them not want too buy your games.

julzsantana15

09-15-2009, 06:18 PM

What is she talking about when she says enthusiasm?
All we've been doing is going crazy wondering when the game is coming out and having Gameloft vs. Ngmoco debates!

indyraider4

09-15-2009, 06:44 PM

@mjmoco: I'd love to know the plus+ integration. Of course you can have play dates with plus+ friends, but how else will we earn points, what will be in the leaderboards, and what else will you do besides set up playdates? Will we go to a park, take a walk, enter contests, learn to groom, maybe even make puppies?

TIMELESS

09-15-2009, 06:46 PM

What is she talking about when she says enthusiasm?
All we've been doing is going crazy wondering when the game is coming out and having Gameloft vs. Ngmoco debates!

The Lady from Ngmoco is saying they have no release date. They have been saying coming soon or ready too submit very soon. They have no clue when they are going too release it.

TIMELESS

09-16-2009, 02:46 PM

This is not fair the guys will see there shooter game before the gals see the touchpets. I think we have many shooter games no pet games worth anything. I am hoping this one will be. Why is it taking so long too get this game out 8 months. I think coming soon means in 2 or 3 weeks. I guess not too Ngmoco

The Game Reaper

09-16-2009, 04:21 PM

Ngmoco is overated! I count to good games and none of them are original ideas!
That made me laugh, coming from a Gameloft extremist.

Not to beat a dead horse, but:

Eliminate Thread:
Hahahaha! I didn't know you can swipe to look in those consoles! Before GL made the scheme fPs games uses the accelerometer to move which made people think that the genre won't work for the iphone. Every self respecting non fanboy will agree that GL was first in these scheme! And why act surprise ngmoco is also known for riping on other games in the past!

Eliminate Thread: (Same argument)
Brothers in arms then terminator salvation after that!

Eliminate Thread:
BIA used it long before ngmoco conceived livefire!

Eliminate Thread:
Well he's not talking about the dual stick obviously, he's talking about the left stick to move/swipe to look scheme which was first used by BIA! The mechanics of the dual stick setup used by idracula and dropship is very similar to geometry wars and is very much different if you implement the same 2 stick with an tps/fps! I do agree that ngmoco rip on GL with this one and there is no shame in admitting ;)

Nova Thread:
Did you even see the vid of this game ( nova ) it blows every sony FPS out of the water and did you even take time to play mc:s? The graphics are better than mgs:po ;) and this just the iceberg of things to come!

Eliminate Thread:
But what if a good player buys energy and another good player didn't? For people with the same skill range what will spell the difference? This is why i keep on exposing the hell out of DLC, most people here don't have a clue. We can easily be exploited unless we equip ourselves with proper knowledge. This bad player vs good player example is very naive, a good player shouldn't be match with a bad player! It is also naive to think that there will be a point that everything will be unlock and money won't matter anymore! Is this the new ngmoco equation bad player+money=good player and good player+money=awesome player! Guys if you don't take my word for it read the IGN article.

Eliminate Thread:
I wouldn't want to get match with you then coz for all i know it is your money and not your skill that is pwning me lol!

**Please don't quote this post!**

Eliminate Thread:
That is exactly what I want, not to crap on ngmoco...( i defended them in the past as well).. but to create a sense of awareness to all consumers here who doesn't have a clue about microtransaction so that ngmoco will be persuaded to proceed with caution on this one. This is not about being a fanboy for me and i know that i'll be hated here for this but i think not enough is being discuss here about DLC... we usually discuss polish, graphics, clones, even 'soul' but thsi is something relevant.... far more relevant!

Personal Insult:
OMG! Somebody else notice lol! Game Reaper pretty much sound like an ngmoco employee... look at his post in nova and sandstorm. And how he always downplay every gameloft announcement

Eliminate Thread:
Thanks for the head up MJ :) Guys read this up, stop being fanboys for a while coz this is what i'm talking about. IGN is concern about microtransaction as well.

Modern Combat Thread:
Wow! Lot of new comers :) welcome to TA and i totally agree with you guys! This game is so good it compeled people to register lol! This totally puts infinityward to shame with their ds effort!

Dungeon Hunter Thread:
Woah that was quick San :) this will occupy the front page of my iphone as well! Hope this gets updated with multi player in the future ;)

**This is turning into an obsession!**

Nova Thread:
Can you honestly give me a game in the appstore that animates better than the enemy in the video? I was wondering why you are so critical of every giant step the platform seems to take towards console-like gaming then i stumble into this http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?p=486930#post486930 you don't want to be proven wrong lol!

Touch Pets Thread:
The game is not even release, how can you call it 'quality game' . You obviously hate it when the device pumps up impressive Gameloft games..every dumb argument you make is against them.. you also said this in another thread ''To be honest, I laughed at right when he said that. The iPod Touch is nowhere in the leagues of the PSP and DS, it has just gained popularity because it was initially emphasized as a media player device; which has become an 'essential' to most consumers, and supposedly it can pull off some decent games and be the host for a numerous amount of utilitites and 'cool' applications- I mean tech demos now. The iPhone OS is nice, but personally, I believe it will never exceed my expectations of a portable gaming device''...you don't want to be proven wrong that the idevice can ever exceed your expectation right, so you greet every advances that the platform make with total bullshit... i been in disagreement with a lot of people here but in the end i also get to respect their opinion when they prove that they can at least respond intelligently.. You bud is just plain dumb...every post just annoyingly dumb! Every cliche about an uninformed gamer applies to you! I hope you finally get your PSPGO and post in the PSP forums instead ! I'm sorry i just got to get it off me! Anyone in disagreement just look at his post :eek: http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?p=486930#post486930

Touch Pets Thread:
We'll i sincerely hope so, I defended Ngmoco in the past but the notion of them heading the microtransaction revolution ( that of which the xbox 360 community fought so bravely) turned me into a cynic!

Eliminate Thread:
Maybe! And i hope they also use the extra time to improve the run animation, the character model run like girls :D

Eliminate Thread:
But giving even the slightest advantage will spell the difference for people with the same skill range. And as i've said why implement this pay system if it's not feasibly sell worthy? What would entice players to buy if its as others said 'not that relevant to gameplay'? It doesn't make sense for ngmoco to bother with this in the first place if they don't make it worth the buy of those who are willing!

Nova Thread:
Halo 3 is in what platform again? And Nova is for the iphone right? Do you mind posting your thoughts here http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?t=25052 i think they are talking about you lol!

**Getting depressing**

Eliminate Thread:
Why would they implement a credit system if it won't be appealing enough to tempt someone to go ahead and buy?

Touch Pets Thread:
That is why i oppose 'microtransactions' so much! It will be easy for a developer to hold back content so that they can charge it as DLC. Take for example an FPS, without the prospect of microtransaction, a dev would've thrown in a 'submachine gun' as part of the full game but due to the prospect of earning extra cash the same dev may hold back in putting that 'submachine gun' and charge it for 99cc.

If you want a better idea of what ngmoco is attempting to do here is a video of the 3.0 keynote
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zTp0XUrwjWE

There is a ton more, but I bet your eyes are already bleeding.

Beachmusic:

Piss off

radchad1

09-16-2009, 04:40 PM

That made me laugh, coming from a Gameloft extremist.

Not to beat a dead horse, but:

hey now be nice to beachmusic he enjoys having his idevice pushed to new limits like me (thanks gameloft). So anyways this game was to be out at the end of summer or beginning i've lost track. I'm sure in the next week or two we'll see gameloft make a game similar to nintendogs and I'll bet it will be out before ngmoco even has a release date for this game.

dommur

09-16-2009, 07:00 PM

What Gives no Shih Tzu's :rolleyes:

The Bat Outta Hell

09-16-2009, 07:05 PM

That was amazing, Game Reaper =P

Yeah, beachmusic is obsessed with Gameloft.

By the way, Infinity Ward didn't make COD4 DS.

If you're allowed to love Gameloft, let people hate it =/

beachmusic

09-16-2009, 08:28 PM

@GAme Reaper thanks for your effort in putting those post together, I chuckle when you pointed out my 'personal insult' post since i only agreed with someone and another one agreed with me... I am not ashame in saying the things i said. Yes, I am obsessed with Gameloft at the moment because for the last 2 months they have given me three amazing games to play on my iphone, they have proven themselves to be truly capable of pushing this device to the limits! Now, i ask you what have your obsession Ngmoco proven so far? The only ngmoco games i enjoyed are the loco roco inspired Rolando 1 & 2 which was developed by Hand circus . Ngmoco is waaaaay overrated and with so few games to boast!

jecebn

09-16-2009, 08:55 PM

That was amazing, Game Reaper =P

Agreed

beachmusic

09-16-2009, 09:04 PM

Agreed

Hi @jecebn :D Minigore update seems to be just around the corner :D

jecebn

09-16-2009, 09:16 PM

Hi @jecebn :D Minigore update seems to be just around the corner :D

Are you still moaning about that?

beachmusic

09-16-2009, 09:20 PM

Are you still moaning about that?

Nope! I'm actually excited myself!

Azrael

09-17-2009, 07:12 AM

Hey i sort of agree to some of @beachmusic post except those about DLC! I Can't blame him for obsession coz with release of Dungeon Hunter I guess i'm obsessed as well! As for Ngmoco they only have Rolando 1 & 2 , Stardefense is fine but i enjoyed defender chronicles more. I'm willing to give them a chance to outshine GL with Eliminate and I really hope that they do! @Beachmusic and @GameReaper may i suggest that you end your skirmish we already know where you guys stand now please stop ;)

TIMELESS

09-19-2009, 07:59 AM

Ngmoco could you please give us more infor on the dogs. Is it single player too.Will there be games to play with your puppy. Please give us a month atleast when it will be released. Looks like it is finished too me.

prissy5

09-23-2009, 04:44 PM

MJMOCO: What happened did you guys just stop working on touchpets. Could you tell us what is going on with that game. Why is it all about the one game. First you guys said the shooter and touchpets where close too being submitted that has been a while back. Now you will not even talk about touchpets.

mjmoco

09-23-2009, 04:57 PM

prissy5

09-23-2009, 05:07 PM

Patience. :)

--MJ

I think we have been patience. 8 Months first release date was Feb 2009 than June 30th and july 30th and late summer now nothing.

jecebn

09-23-2009, 05:17 PM

@Prissy:

Get a life - the game will be out when its out. Go buy a real dog if you are that impatient to play with one

prissy5

09-23-2009, 05:40 PM

@Prissy:

Get a life - the game will be out when its out. Go buy a real dog if you are that impatient to play with one

You get a life you guys want the shooter game.I am not inpatient. I just think they should stop playing games. This is why i stay off the threads most the time and just read. You guys are so nasty. I sure do not need that from someone i do not even know.

ShadowsFall

09-23-2009, 06:21 PM

@Prissy:

Get a life - the game will be out when its out. Go buy a real dog if you are that impatient to play with one

Why would you read this thread if you wanted touchpets dogs, but told someone else to get a real dog, why don't you get a real dog? If you already do, then play with that instead.

jecebn

09-23-2009, 06:30 PM

Why would you read this thread if you wanted touchpets dogs, but told someone else to get a real dog, why don't you get a real dog? If you already do, then play with that instead.

I don't want this game, I'm just tired of people complaining about not getting games soon enough and complaining that ngMoco is a shill company because they are taking the time to complete their games before releasing them

Ddyracer123

09-23-2009, 06:33 PM

^^ ignore them :)

speeddemon

09-23-2009, 06:37 PM

I love dogs, and this one I will pick up. The coolest graphics, kudos.

Will090

09-25-2009, 07:03 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TwzeYs9yu5U&feature=sub

Video about touchpets

mjmoco

09-25-2009, 07:31 PM

Touch Pets Dogs is now on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=103535730745&ref=nf) and MySpace (http://myspace.com/touchpets).

--MJ

prissy5

09-25-2009, 08:08 PM

Touch Pets Dogs is now on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/apps/application.php?id=103535730745&ref=nf) and MySpace (http://myspace.com/touchpets).

--MJ

Thank you MJ. I can't wait until they release this game. I can not have a real dog not right now and I love dogs. Thanks again.

TIMELESS

09-27-2009, 01:39 PM

They have had touchpets teasing us with it too. I would like too see them release both of these games. So i guess we can all stop complaining.

The Game Reaper

09-27-2009, 01:43 PM

How can they release it if it's not finished? Quit whining. It'll be out when it's out. Boy, am I sick of this!

TIMELESS

09-27-2009, 01:59 PM

How can they release it if it's not finished? Quit whining. It'll be out when it's out. Boy, am I sick of this!

THAN DO NOT GET ON HERE THAT IS WHAT YOU GUYS ARE DOING ABOUT THE SHOOTER GAME. I know it will be out when they finish. But it would not hurt them too let everyone know what is going on with both games. You do not have too be so nasty.

magihiro

09-27-2009, 03:48 PM

THAN DO NOT GET ON HERE THAT IS WHAT YOU GUYS ARE DOING ABOUT THE SHOOTER GAME. I know it will be out when they finish. But it would not hurt them too let everyone know what is going on with both games. You do not have too be so nasty.

Actually, it would. What if they give a release date, and then realize they need more time to fix it? Then you'll whine that they didn't put it out when they said they would. It'll be ready when it's ready.

A delayed game is eventually good, a bad game is bad forever.

Dstevens

09-27-2009, 03:56 PM

Personally i don`t think it`ll be a hit. I can`t imagine people paying to evolve a dog. But i might be wrong, lets see =p

P.S : The game sure has good graphics and is polished O_o
Agree! but I won't bet against dog lovers! :-)

TIMELESS

09-27-2009, 08:11 PM

Actually, it would. What if they give a release date, and then realize they need more time to fix it? Then you'll whine that they didn't put it out when they said they would. It'll be ready when it's ready.

A delayed game is eventually good, a bad game is bad forever.

I am not whining but you guys are about the shooter game like babies. I can get another game i do not have too have theres. Why do you have too be so nasty how does it hurt you.

TIMELESS

09-27-2009, 08:25 PM

Anyway I am not going too do this with you. If i want too pick a fight i have a husband too do that with. We should be adults here i do not think everyone here is only 12 or 14. I am done talking about touchpets if you guys stop talking about livefire or whatever.

yrrebeulb19

09-27-2009, 10:19 PM

They put up a new video of touchpets on their youtube page this weekend. It doesn't say much, but its something.

jecebn

09-27-2009, 11:08 PM

THAN DO NOT GET ON HERE THAT IS WHAT YOU GUYS ARE DOING ABOUT THE SHOOTER GAME. I know it will be out when they finish. But it would not hurt them too let everyone know what is going on with both games. You do not have too be so nasty.

Eliminate is probably closer to release than Touch Pets, which is why they are focusing on promoting that one more. As the release date for Touch Pets nears, I'm sure that you will hear more from ngmoco about it.

Just have patience, the game will be out when its out

TIMELESS

09-28-2009, 10:27 PM

They put up a new video of touchpets on their youtube page this weekend. It doesn't say much, but its something.

Go to Facebook and look at the touchpets. It is great.

kugi_igi

09-29-2009, 01:16 AM

is there anything like voice command?
like calling them and commanding,remember iphone have mic,too bad for ipod users
we can record our voice and the iphone will recognize it when you say it again
i know it's possible because even my antique nokia 3310 can do that,hahahahha

SarcasticGamer

09-29-2009, 02:06 AM

jecebn

09-29-2009, 02:08 AM

SarcasticGamer

09-29-2009, 02:10 AM

What would be your idea for an original game?

I dunno maybe something like iblast moki, spider , rasta monkey? Those are great games that doesn't borrow ideas from great games.

jecebn

09-29-2009, 02:13 AM

I dunno maybe something like iblast moki, spider , rasta monkey? Those are great games that doesn't borrow ideas from great games.

no, I mean if you were developing a game, what would be your totally original idea?

SarcasticGamer

09-29-2009, 02:27 AM

no, I mean if you were developing a game, what would be your totally original idea? Well honey, that is why I am not a dev! I leave the thinking to them! But if some other co. can come up with an original idea so can they right! They don't want to be called Clonemoco : (

kugi_igi

09-29-2009, 02:55 AM

i think nothing's original nowadays,everything has something "borrowed" from older games,maybe the latest original game i've seen is GTA,hahahah

TIMELESS

09-29-2009, 07:50 PM

eggzbacon

09-29-2009, 10:53 PM

LOOK AT THIS:
http://twitter.com/ngmoco/status/4487737701

Ddyracer123

09-29-2009, 11:41 PM

I think touchpets will be as big 0f a hit as Eliminate. I know there or thousands of people who love puppies and can not have there on. look at nintedndos dogz games top sellers.Not everyone likes blood and guts.
I'm going to have to disagree wth you there. I think alot of members on TA and people in general are more pumped for the Shooter than Touchpets. Although I want both equally.

NomaD

09-29-2009, 11:47 PM

are they both being released at the same time? that would be pretty stupid if they were

Hodapp

10-01-2009, 12:05 PM

http://toucharcade.com/2009/10/01/touchpets-dogs-hands-on-preview/

TIMELESS

10-01-2009, 12:15 PM

are they both being released at the same time? that would be pretty stupid if they were

I do not think it is stupid for them too release both at the same time. We have waited for touchpets just as long as the others for the shooter game. MJ told me there would be a single player mode for touchpets.

Hodapp

10-01-2009, 12:16 PM

MJ told me there would be a single player mode for touchpets.

Yes, you can play by yourself all you want as long as you are connected to the internet via WiFi or 3G.

TIMELESS

10-01-2009, 12:28 PM

Yes, you can play by yourself all you want as long as you are connected to the internet via WiFi or 3G.

Who wants too play with people that same too want too be nasty most the time. I have my on friends. Why does everyone have too be nasty. I do not see why we all can't be nice too each other that is all. If we all liked the same thing this would be a very boring world.

kmacleod

10-01-2009, 12:49 PM

are they both being released at the same time? that would be pretty stupid if they were

Why? They target mostly different demographics; if they're both done, then there is no reason to hold off release of one.

http://toucharcade.com/2009/10/01/touchpets-dogs-hands-on-preview/

Interesting read! I'm curious, though: you said that the game runs only over 3G or Wifi - does that mean it doesn't work over Edge?

Even with this limitation, this actually sounds like a pretty interesting app. I'll definitely be buying it and giving it a shot, but I'm still completely unsure of what my reaction will be to it.

Hodapp

10-01-2009, 12:53 PM

Umm... I'd assume it would work over Edge too. Everyone just kind of refers to cellular data as "3G" now days, but maybe MJ can clarify.

kmacleod

10-01-2009, 12:54 PM

Umm... I'd assume it would work over Edge too. Everyone just kind of refers to cellular data as "3G" now days, but maybe MJ can clarify.

That would probably be worth clarifying. I know that Eliminate specifically doesn't work over Edge.

sic

10-01-2009, 01:00 PM

booo can't play offline!

SSquared

10-01-2009, 01:15 PM

Thank you for the wonderful preview Hodapp. Though I'm sure there will be a crowd of people (I am one of them) who will be very disappointed in the on-line requirement of the game. This really limits the use on the Touch. But the game does look very appealing. I've been interested in the game since it was first announced earlier in the year.

They must realize the on-line requirement is going to be an issue. That pretty much limits me to playing in areas of the house I don't normally play on the Touch. I figure you won't even be able to use it through the Starbucks/iTunes deal as that is only for iTunes/AppStore support. I don't live in a city where there are Wi-Fi spots all over the place.

mjmoco

10-01-2009, 01:17 PM

Umm... I'd assume it would work over Edge too. Everyone just kind of refers to cellular data as "3G" now days, but maybe MJ can clarify.

Touch Pets will work over Edge too.

--MJ

kmacleod

10-01-2009, 01:19 PM

Touch Pets will work over Edge too.

--MJ

Cool, glad to hear it! I figured it should because it wouldn't take as much bandwidth to connect this as it does to connect Eliminate, but it is nice to have that clarified

The Game Reaper

10-01-2009, 02:55 PM

This 'online only' decision has the potential to mess up sales. It's like they completely forgot their demographic and went after the older/mature crowd. I thought it would be a massive hit, but now I'm not so sure.

Hodapp

10-01-2009, 03:11 PM

Something I just thought of with this TouchPets Dogs online only stuff, there was a post on the ngmoco blog a while ago where Alan Yu discussed the analytics taking place inside of each ngmoco game-

Basically, inside our games is a very powerful analytics package. We call it our eyes and ears. In that I can tell how many Maze Finger mazes you have completed, where you might get stuck in Topple – it was level four, by the way – where people touch the screen in Rolando.

Or even the average play session, which is around 22 minutes – that’s something which, as an aside, shows that this really isn’t just a casual platform, that’s a core gamer-style stat.

So our platform talks back to us, gives us a relationship with the consumer and means we can live tune the software seamlessly for the user without an update. That stuff is invisible to the user.

If they can do all this, I can almost promise that they've run the statistics on how many players are playing their games while connected to the internet versus offline players. Something tells me this was a very calculated decision that was made because that magic number of the percentage of users who are online constantly while playing games was acceptably high enough for them to make this design decision.

Again, this is all speculation, but it's not really hard to connect the dots to figure out why they decided to go in this direction.

I guess we'll see what happens when the game is released. :)

SSquared

10-01-2009, 03:15 PM

I thought it would be a massive hit, but now I'm not so sure.

I am certainly thinking twice about it now. I'm sure one of my daughter's would love this game, but if she can't play it in the car or while we are out, it may remain unplayed. Though, at home, she does sometimes play in the rooms that pick up Wi-Fi.

The thing is, I don't buy games based on what I think (or hope) the developers will provide in the future as it may or may not come. So I may pass this first round. I'm concerned there may be quite a bit of backlash and, unfortunately, this may hurt initial reviews on iTunes.

But...time will tell.

Hodapp

10-01-2009, 03:22 PM

Well, the thing is, the online portion of the game is by far way cooler than I was expecting it to be. I think iTunes reviews will be polarized in to two categories:

1. People who have iPhones or play their iPods in areas with WiFi that absolutely love the game.
2. People with iPods that bought it, don't easily have access to WiFi, and are miffed that they can't play the game.

I guess we'll just have to see which side wins out.

SSquared

10-01-2009, 03:24 PM

Hodapp, I had not read your message before mine was posted. That's actually very interesting. All I have is Maze Finger, though, and that does not seem to require me being on-line. I just turned off Wi-Fi and was still able to play.

But I think you are suggesting they might be taking note of whether people are on/off line while playing any of their games.

You are right, though. If they are getting statistics like that, then they should have a fairly good idea of how will this will go over.

SSquared

10-01-2009, 05:52 PM

Oh, I forgot to ask. Is it possible to have multiple puppy accounts so my daughter and I (and whoever else in my family wants to play) can have our own dogs? And can those dogs interact together?

Gryphon23

10-01-2009, 06:19 PM

Looks like Ngmoco is really good with cloning as well! First a Locoroco clone, then an Unreal tournament clone ,now this pet society/nintendogs clone! C'mon guys pls give us something more 'original'!!!!

First of all, Eliminate is adding a whole new level to the FPS series on the iPhone. It will have awesome weapons, tons of armor and upgrades, and cool skins too! Not to mention good graphics and online battles.

I'm pretty sure there were other Virtual Pet games BEFORE Nintendogs and pet society. Why dont you complain about nintendo copying a virtual pet game? TouchPets Dogs will have a lot of cool accessories for your puppy. It will also have play dates and push notifications too. Plus, something completely new will be the missions your dog can do.

And finally, Rolando is not a copy of Loco Roco at all! It has a lot of stuff that makes the game WAY different. Sure, you roll around and jump like in loco roco, is there anything else that makes rolando a loco roco copy? I dont think so.

Allen at ngmoco

10-01-2009, 06:36 PM

First of all, Eliminate is adding a whole new level to the FPS series. It will have awesome weapons, tons of armor and upgrades, and cool skins too! Not to mention good graphics and online battles.

I'm pretty sure there were other Virtual Pet games BEFORE Nintendogs and pet society. Why dont you complain about nintendo copying a virtual pet game? TouchPets Dogs will have a lot of cool accessories for your puppy. It will also have play dates and push notifications too. Plus, something completely new will be the missions your dog can do.

And finally, Rolando is not a copy of Loco Roco at all! It has a lot of stuff that makes the game WAY different. Sure, you roll around and jump like in loco roco, is there anything else that makes rolando a loco roco copy? I dont think so.

Also, this game is developed with Andrew Stern/Stumptown Game Machine, who developed Dogz back in 1995.

http://www.mobygames.com/developer/sheet/view/developerId,24419/

We're working with pedigree here! (pun intended).

mjmoco

10-01-2009, 06:51 PM

Oh, I forgot to ask. Is it possible to have multiple puppy accounts so my daughter and I (and whoever else in my family wants to play) can have our own dogs? And can those dogs interact together?

Whoops I lied. [Yes. Multiple people can play with one app. Your dogs are tied to your Plus+ account. All you have to do is login, and your account will sync with the app (downloading relevant puppies, stats, etc.)].'

The game will eventually support multiple accounts, but at launch Touch Pets will only support one Plus+ account. You can, however, adopt multiple dogs.

--MJ

eggzbacon

10-01-2009, 06:54 PM

First of all, Halo is adding a whole new level to the FPS series. It has awesome weapons, tons of armor and upgrades, and cool skins too! Not to mention good graphics and online battles.

Edited it for you

Gryphon23

10-01-2009, 07:03 PM

Edited it for you

Read the post over again!

on the iPhone

eggzbacon

10-01-2009, 07:11 PM

Yeah, but it looks like they're copying it too

kmacleod

10-02-2009, 05:05 AM

Also, this game is developed with Andrew Stern/Stumptown Game Machine, who developed Dogz back in 1995.

http://www.mobygames.com/developer/sheet/view/developerId,24419/

We're working with pedigree here! (pun intended).

Interesting, I didn't know that! I remember playing the first Dogz game a long time ago, and it was really well done.

In what capacity is Andrew Stern working on this game?

Whoops I lied. [Yes. Multiple people can play with one app. Your dogs are tied to your Plus+ account. All you have to do is login, and your account will sync with the app (downloading relevant puppies, stats, etc.)].'

The game will eventually support multiple accounts, but at launch Touch Pets will only support one Plus+ account. You can, however, adopt multiple dogs.

--MJ

So does this game save your data to Plus+, or does it store your data locally? And if it stores your data locally, what is to stop you from just signing out and signing in again into a different account? I know Plus+ now supports uploading saves in some games, but not others.

TIMELESS

10-02-2009, 11:18 PM

I hope they will submit this game this weekend or atleast by Monday and we have it in atleast 10 days. Thanks Ngmoco

TIMELESS

10-03-2009, 07:49 PM

I want this game really bad too. It looks really great and I love dogs. I have two on Foopets. I cannot believe no one is talking about touchpets too. It is coming out too. I am excited about this one I think it is going too be great. I wish you guys the best of luck with this game too.

kingkong120

10-03-2009, 08:26 PM

TIMELESS

10-03-2009, 09:36 PM

You use "too" a lot lol. I think most people on this forums are more interested in eliminate anyway.

I know most everyone wants eliminate. I will try too watch the too thing.

TIMELESS

10-05-2009, 05:47 PM

kmacleod

10-05-2009, 05:59 PM

HI MJ; I have some questions. How is touchpets going too work Will you beable too have more than one dog if you have wifi but want too play single player. Can you buy packs for the dogs clothes, games and toys. If you have time please help thank you.

I know that MJ already said that you'l be able to adopt multiple dogs, but if you're asking if you can have your different dogs interact with each other, then I doubt it, since this feature has never been mentioned.

As for the buying extra content, I'm reasonably sure that Ngmoco isn't ready to reveal plans for that yet. It would make sense for them to sell extra stuff if the game is a success, but they're probably not going to commit to extra DLC this early.

mjmoco

10-05-2009, 06:45 PM

I know that MJ already said that you'l be able to adopt multiple dogs, but if you're asking if you can have your different dogs interact with each other, then I doubt it, since this feature has never been mentioned.

As for the buying extra content, I'm reasonably sure that Ngmoco isn't ready to reveal plans for that yet. It would make sense for them to sell extra stuff if the game is a success, but they're probably not going to commit to extra DLC this early.

You can adopt up to five dogs (but you'll have to "buy" additional dogs with in-game currency as they're a reward for being awesome). You can have two of your own dogs active at any one time--but they won't form relationships the same way dogs do who are invited over for playdates.

--MJ

yrrebeulb19

10-05-2009, 06:46 PM

I know that MJ already said that you'l be able to adopt multiple dogs, but if you're asking if you can have your different dogs interact with each other, then I doubt it, since this feature has never been mentioned.

As for the buying extra content, I'm reasonably sure that Ngmoco isn't ready to reveal plans for that yet. It would make sense for them to sell extra stuff if the game is a success, but they're probably not going to commit to extra DLC this early.

In slidetoplay's podcast they said that when they went hands on with touchpets they saw dlc similar to eliminate. You earn puppy points to get clothes, accessories, etc. But you only earn puppy points some times, though you can pay to earn puppy points whenever.

EDIT: Sorry I typed that rather quickly and it doesn't make a lot of sense re-reading it. It will be similar to Eliminates energy/credits system but with puppy points. At least thats what they said at Slidetoplay.

kmacleod

10-05-2009, 06:57 PM

You can adopt up to five dogs (but you'll have to "buy" additional dogs with in-game currency as they're a reward for being awesome). You can have two of your own dogs active at any one time--but they won't form relationships the same way dogs do who are invited over for playdates.

--MJ

Interesting, so you can interact with two dogs at once, but it influences the dogs' behavior differently than online play does.

In slidetoplay's podcast they said that when they went hands on with touchpets they saw dlc similar to eliminate. You earn puppy points to get clothes, accessories, etc. But you only earn puppy points some times, though you can pay to earn puppy points whenever.

EDIT: Sorry I typed that rather quickly and it doesn't make a lot of sense re-reading it. It will be similar to Eliminates energy/credits system but with puppy points. At least thats what they said at Slidetoplay.

Seems like they're really pushing for this payment system to be a success. Here's hoping it works out in the public mind, and actually turns a profit after server costs.

TIMELESS

10-05-2009, 07:01 PM

Interesting, so you can interact with two dogs at once, but it influences the dogs' behavior differently than online play does.

Seems like they're really pushing for this payment system to be a success. Here's hoping it works out in the public mind, and actually turns a profit after server costs.

Thanks all of you for the reply. Thank you MJ:. I am looking forward too this game

zachattacksox

10-05-2009, 07:17 PM

I had nintendogs when it came out and i enjoyed it. My dog is pretty lazy so this will provide a great alternitive.

Any idea about a release date?

CaseyLay

10-05-2009, 10:35 PM

PeterM11

10-05-2009, 10:39 PM

After looking at the mini site on NgMoco.com, I can say from speculation, that this game is brilliantly made. Congratulations, NgMoco, you're about to take the iPhone many steps up the ladder as a gaming device.

Although, I don't see myself buying this. I believe that the dog I own gives me more fun than any dog in a game or in real life. I'll definitely be getting Eliminate though.
I agree with almost all of this, except in my case I strangely do want this game. But the lack of offline single player (correct me if thats not true but I remember reading it) is a definite nono for me. I used to have wifi all the time but my connection has been messed up for some time now and I can no longer get it at home (not on my iPod at least, my computer can get it) so having to have wifi would make me only be able to play this game a few times a week at best which isnt good time for a game like this. Hopefully we'll hear more about a hopeful offline mode soon.

han0007

10-06-2009, 07:14 AM

This game dosent have offline single player?? So I can only play at home connected to wi-fi? That's not so good.

zachattacksox

10-06-2009, 07:18 AM

This game dosent have offline single player?? So I can only play at home connected to wi-fi? That's not so good.

Or 3G if u have an iphone.

kugi_igi

10-06-2009, 08:25 AM

will it have voice commands?
i'll really get this if it has,if not,i'll still think of it,hahahah

yourofl10

10-06-2009, 08:28 AM

will it have voice commands?
i'll really get this if it has,if not,i'll still think of it,hahahah

I don't think it will (not 100% sure though)

ibelongintheforums

10-06-2009, 08:36 AM

I don't think it will (not 100% sure though)

What's your source? I've been wondering about that to

kugi_igi

10-06-2009, 08:52 AM

i'd love to have that,imagine calling your virtual pet while riding in a crowded bus,hahahahaha

TIMELESS

10-09-2009, 07:21 AM

Has anyone one heard when they might submit this game and Elimanite.

PeterM11

10-09-2009, 06:44 PM

ShadowsFall

10-09-2009, 06:56 PM

Well it's been confirmed that it has been submitted. The way they said it sounded like it was actually submitted a day or two ago.

Question: So is there really NO offline play for this game? Cause that's a deal breaker for me. I really want the game but currently, for some reason my wifi signal is strong enough to get on my computer but my iPod Touch couldn't find it to save it's life.

Yeah there is lol...

kmacleod

10-09-2009, 07:03 PM

PeterM11

10-09-2009, 07:23 PM

Yeah there is lol...

No offline play. There is a single player mode, but you do have to be signed into the network in order to play it.

This feels sort of sloppy in my opinion, but the app still looks worth getting.

gah! which is it!? lol

eggzbacon

10-09-2009, 07:34 PM

gah! which is it!? lol

No offline mode. The Ngmoco guy said so. You have to have internet to play

TIMELESS

10-09-2009, 07:39 PM

kmacleod

10-09-2009, 07:41 PM

Thank you Peter That is great News. Mary Jane did say there was a single player mode but she did not say about offline.

Unfortunately, I think she did specifically say that there wouldn't be an option to play without out being connected to the server. It is a shame, especially for iPod Touch users.

TIMELESS

10-09-2009, 08:41 PM

Unfortunately, I think she did specifically say that there wouldn't be an option to play without out being connected to the server. It is a shame, especially for iPod Touch users.

Yes but i have the 2nd gen and i have wifi anywhere i want too play

yrrebeulb19

10-09-2009, 09:16 PM

Yes but i have the 2nd gen and i have wifi anywhere i want too play

Yeah there's wifi everywhere these days, so I'm not as upset about this.

Shinto

10-09-2009, 09:23 PM

Not in the office I work at nights (no wifi)

kmacleod

10-09-2009, 09:50 PM

Yes but i have the 2nd gen and i have wifi anywhere i want too play

That is good, and I'm sure a lot of other people do as well. And iPhone users don't have to worry about it at all.

Still, for a single player game to require wifi seems like sloppy work. A lot of people aren't going to have ready access to the internet all the time, and to leave those potential customers out is a mistake, in my opinion.

TIMELESS

10-09-2009, 10:06 PM

That is good, and I'm sure a lot of other people do as well. And iPhone users don't have to worry about it at all.

Still, for a single player game to require wifi seems like sloppy work. A lot of people aren't going to have ready access to the internet all the time, and to leave those potential customers out is a mistake, in my opinion.

I agree with you. People with no internet should beable too use. Alot do not have it. My husband just knows alot about anything tech.

SSquared

10-09-2009, 11:17 PM

Yeah there's wifi everywhere these days, so I'm not as upset about this.

Depends. I live in a smaller city with limited wi-fi options. The library. Borders. And a small block downtown. A few scattered coffee shops, too. In general, when I'm out, I don't expect to have internet access. I do have a wi-fi router at home, though, but even that does not cover the entire house.

prissy5

10-10-2009, 06:44 PM

Can't wait looking for touchpets and will be looking everyday for this and Totemo and Plushed.

Bengalfan123

10-10-2009, 07:09 PM

I really hate how they dont have a offline mode. I was so shocked when i read about only being able to play around wifi. I dont have wifi all the time but im so disappointed. Ill still be picking this up but i just dont think they made a good choice. I hope they make it possible for a offline mode in a future update.

randomdude

10-10-2009, 07:19 PM

Wait this game is online only??? Wait is it only wi fi or 3G? If it's 3G then I'm good

han0007

10-10-2009, 07:36 PM

Wait this game is online only??? Wait is it only wi fi or 3G? If it's 3G then I'm good

It's 3g or wi-fi which is bad

randomdude

10-10-2009, 07:38 PM

It's 3g or wi-fi which is bad
That's ok for me since I have an iPhone 3GS and yea. Good for iPhone 3G or 3GS bad for iPod Touches.

TIMELESS

10-10-2009, 07:55 PM

Yes they do need an offline mode.

prissy5

10-11-2009, 03:29 PM

I hope too see touchpets soon.

jecebn

10-12-2009, 12:44 AM

Yes they do need an offline mode. i play most of my Pc games offline. I used too have alot of friends too play spades with. Than alot happened this is what happens when you get older. You have a hard time staying in touch with your friends and everyone is busy with there on lifes . Oh too be 20 again wow you guys enjoy it.

Is English your native language?

Kamazar

10-12-2009, 12:55 AM

Is English your native language?

Relevancy?

prissy5

10-13-2009, 03:51 PM

I hope they do not hold touchpets or Eliminate too much longer after it is released. Ready too buy.

diffusion8r

10-13-2009, 03:55 PM

Hardly anyone in this thread actually spells correctly and uses proper English...

...which tells you the child/teen market is excited for this game.

ShadowsFall

10-13-2009, 04:34 PM

Hardly anyone in this thread actually spells correctly and uses proper English...

...which tells you the child/teen market is excited for this game.

What does this have to do with Touchpet: Dogs..? In fact, I find that i'm quite offended by the texts... So I shall give you something that will basically speak out maturity to it's maximum.

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o110/cp1_album/motivator7594285.jpg

han0007

10-14-2009, 01:12 AM

I don't come to these forums to listen to this bs ^
I come here to hear the latest news/release date and linkS of vids and pics.
Get back to talking about this dog game. Thank-you.

AaronAMV

10-14-2009, 01:13 AM

What does this have to do with Touchpet: Dogs..? In fact, I find that i'm quite offended by the texts... So I shall give you something that will basically speak out maturity to it's maximum.

http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o110/cp1_album/motivator7594285.jpg
Very nice image. ALMOST AS GOOD AS THIS THREAD.

prissy5

10-14-2009, 12:03 PM

I wish they would talk about Touchpets. So when will we see it. It was the first through the RC test so when do we get to play the game.

TIMELESS

10-15-2009, 06:22 PM

Yes Mj could someone tell us what is going on with Touchpets or Eliminate Please. Seems we only get the free are 99 cents games. When do we get the really good games. Please answer and I hope you guys are feeling better.

jeknightx

10-15-2009, 07:40 PM

eliminate is FREE