More of the same at the top. The top selling games are also the two best web playable demos. I hope game developers are sensing the trends here. Make good free games and people will buy the upsell!
PS. To the developer who contacted me, 'Can You See What I See?' made the top 3! You're in business!
Today at Games.com is a happy day. We've worked long and hard to get games out and it seemed like we were running on empty for a while. But this week we've launch two hugely important game.
1. Earlier this week Hearts went out the door. It's a really, really good version of the game and I have been enjoying it THOROUGHLY. The game had been in Beta for what seemed like forever and we finally pulled it all together and released it. From what I have seen people have been enjoying the game and Shooting the Moon! For me, I had never been that much of a Hearts player (maybe played a few times in High School) This game has made me a Hearts player. I know the rules, I'm learning how to set up runs to shoot the moon and I'm just loving the fast pace of the game.
2. Today, we launched Video Poker Beta. This one, THIS ONE IS BIG! Why you ask? It's just Poker? Well, because our executives here at AOL/Games.com are watching. When the boss man is watching, you want to deliver. Unfortunately, the game was delayed a couple of months and the boss man was on our back. Business wise, we needed this game to come out so we could meet one of our goals. Well, it's out and people are loving it. The game is based on those old 5-card video poker machines you always find in convenience stores, except this one, you don't have to play alone! You can chat and make friends while you play away the day with fake money! How great is that! I've been really enjoying the game and hope everyone will give it a whirl. (I know it seems like I say that about everything but I REALLY DON'T!)
It is so energizing to release good products and get good feedback from the community on the game. We make these games after all with you in mind. We try and solicit feedback and bring you into the development process as much as we can. We're so happy here to get these things out the door.
Please please, let us know what you think of the games and what I can do on this blog to help you enjoy the games!
CLICK HERE TO PLAY VIDEO POKER BETA NOW I said this was in the looking glass and here it is! We're launching two video poker machines that are integrated with Slots Lounge. They are both 5-card poker games and should be fairly easy to play. Some of you may be asking what is a beta test? Well here is the OFFICIAL definition:
A beta version is the first version released outside the organization or community that develops the software, for the purpose of evaluation or real-world. The process of delivering a beta version to the users is called beta release. Beta level software generally includes all features, but may also include known issues and bugs of a less serious variety.
What does that mean to you folks? Well it means that the games are not in their final version and may have bugs. We'll be sure to let everyone know what the bugs are.
What we need from you fine folks: You need to let us know what you think of the game? What you think can be done to make the game better? Let us know what issues you have with the game? Anything you can think of that we should know!
When you post an issue, please be sure to include: - Which game you are playing. - Approximately the time your are playing - What browser you are using (AOL or Internet Explorer) - What operating system you have (Windows XP, Vista)
KNOW ISSUES 4/18 You may run into issues where an ad will stay over the game. If you run into this, please let us know exactly which ad it is and close the game.
The Slots Lounge continues to be the most popular game on the planet. I think it's just people loving the idea of talking and doing. So great. Also, Around the World In 80 Days makes and appearance. That's mostly due to a of promotion. Enjoy the list!
Can't say it enough, make a good free game and people will buy the full download. Around the World In 80 Days is another great web playable online game that people love and buy.
NEW Games: Hearts (web, card & board) http://www.games.com/game/hearts/ Enjoy a classic game of Hearts but watch out for the Queen of Spades!
The Rise of Atlantis* (web, downloadable, puzzle) http://www.games.com/game/rise-of-atlantis/ Travel around the ancient Mediterranean and collect all 7 powers of Poseidon to raise Atlantis from the depths of the sea! *Now with STARS enabled!
Miss Teri Tale (downloadable, puzzle) http://www.games.com/game/miss-teri-tale/ Someone has kidnapped poor little Jason - can you, Miss Teri Tale, get to the bottom of this tragedy?
Magical Forest (downloadable, arcade) http://www.games.com/game/magical-forest/ Discover and raise strange magical creatures and become the best durn monster rancher in the kindgom!
The Scruffs (downloadable, puzzle) http://www.games.com/game/the-scruffs/ Join the Scruffs on a fun journey of love and self-discovery as they work together to save their beloved home.
Play free online Hearts! The Games.com team is happy and proud to announce that Hearts is now LIVE! This is our first multi-player card game with Stars in it. Invite your friends to play and enjoy hours of Free uninterrupted Hearts! I've been playing the game for the last few hours and can see in total confidence that it is great game! The graphics are fantastic and we've put a lot of our collective hearts and souls into the game. Please let us know what you think of the game! Thanks all you beta testers.
Posted Apr 16th 2008 11:12AM by Hing Yen Filed under: Stamps
Everyone likes rewards! You loved when your grandma gave you cookies or candy didn't you? Well, now we reward you for playing a game. The Rise Of Atlantisnow has stars and stamps in the game. We're all very excited about it as it it's the first game that Games.com did not have a hand in designing that has stars and stamps. Sign in and play The Rise of Atlantis NOW!
Well sirs and ladies, the week has begun and it's an exciting one. Couple of things going on.
1. AOL has moved headquarters! We're now in 770 Broadway. (If you know New York City at all, its the Kmart building on Astor Place) It's pretty cool and a very different space. Feels good and the team can really come together.
2. We're planning one releasing our Hearts game. If you haven't tried it out yet, you should give it a whirl. It will be our first Stars based multiplayer game. We're very excited about it!
3. We're hoping to release our Video Poker offering. It's not quite ready yet, and we're going to launch it in a beta format first. We think its going to be a good game and bring more people to our site to hang with your fine people.
4. Lastly, I've updated the blog with a number to contact me. Unfortunately, I will not be able to call everyone back, but I will respond via email if you leave me a detailed message. Give me a shout and say hi! 347-222-6540
The Slots Lounge continues to be your favorite game on our site. Now, I can't read peoples minds, but people love it because it allows you to be with friends and enjoy playing. A new game on the list is Around the World In 80 Days. It's a great match 3 game brought to you from the makers of The Rise Of Atlantis. Great game to play free online and a great game to buy!
Burger Shop continues it's dominance in sales. If you are listening game developers. Make a good web demo, and your game will sell. It's no surprise kids. Good free web game = good downloadable sales. The people have spoken!
Fashion Boutique - (downloadable, arcade) http://www.games.com/game/fashion-boutique/ Help an up-and-coming designer turn around a failing business in this fantastic frenzy of fun.
Pogo Addiction Solitaire - (web, Club Pogo, card & board) http://aol.pogo.com/games/addiction An easy-to-play variation of solitaire without any concealed cards.
br clear="all"> Lots and lots of updates to Hearts beta. Please log in and give it a play. Please check out the sounds added and let us know what you think. If this game gets a pass by you the, the community, it will be out to the public by the end of the week.
My name is Larry and I am the community manager for Games.com. I am your advocate! Tell me what you want to see, hear or think we should cover about your games. You can always check here for information regarding your site and what is going on at games.com. I talk fast and care about what you, I really do! If you need games help go to Games.com Help.
Also you have the option give me a call. Please leave your email address in the message and give me a detailed message. I won't be able to call you back but I will email you back 347-222-6540.
