"We Rule" by ngmoco

[Thunderclaw]

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Yet another huge game by ngmoco. We Rule is aiming to copy Farmville in its gameplay and style.

"You start out with a very small town and not much money. The ultimate goal is to grow your town into a bustling metro and link it to cities created by your friends on their iPhones and iPads. (Yep, ngmoco has confirmed that an iPad edition of We Rule is in the works.) To gain money, you perform small jobs like growing crops or producing goods. To create these essentials, you erect buildings in your town like bakeries and tailors. Over time, you gain gold and experience, which in turn unlocks new buildings that present you with new commerce and social opportunities. Also, the buildings in your town affect the look of the populace. If you build a school, you start to see little student bobbling around. Building a tailor introduces a seamstress to the population. "

I think it will be a cross between Farmville and games like War of Legends and Civony. It will be based on working together with Plus+ friends.

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Here's an article about it from IGN:
http://wireless.ign.com/articles/106/1066411p1.html

[juubee]

It looks fun... And I simply adore the graphics but do we have to play with others?

[aidan_ree]

This looks cool. Do you need to be connected to the network to play?

[Mr. Charley]

This looks cool. Do you need to be connected to the network to play?

I'm going to assume yes, that it's going to be like Touch Pets, that you must be logged in to the internet as it relies so much on the social aspect and keeping everything up to date which will be handled server side...

Can't wait for this game either!

[Thunderclaw]

Added in some more pics and info.

This game will be based totally on the Plus+ network, and you'll even be able to visit your friends' towns and order stuff from them.
Now I wish I had a second iPod Touch. :P

[RustySabre]

I've not really been drawn to the FarmVille phenomena, but I was actually looking forward to this because of it's lean towards the fantasy elements. However, if it means being social, then I'm probably going to pass. I guess I'm just stuck in my old ways, but I like to keep my game playing to myself for the most part (keep it clean, people!). Then again, by the time it comes out maybe I'll have a change of heart, especially if someone needs me to review it...

[SteveNaka]

I'm all for games that include social networking but I think that there should be a fair amount of offline play as well.

[madam_octa]

I'm all for games that include social networking but I think that there should be a fair amount of offline play as well.

Agree with you on that one. It would be perfect if we could develop our city offline.

[juubee]

I'm all for games that include social networking but I think that there should be a fair amount of offline play as well.

Yeah, previously I downloaded another farm kind of game and I finally tried it out when I didn't have wifi and couldn't play so that's when I deleted it.

So this'll probably be a no-go for me. But at least they have GodFinger.

[Mr. Charley]

Added in some more pics and info.

This game will be based totally on the Plus+ network, and you'll even be able to visit your friends' towns and order stuff from them.
Now I wish I had a second iPod Touch. :P

Why would you need a 2nd gen touch? You'll probably just need to be connected online to visit friends' towns, not bluetooth...at least that's what I hope and expect. :)

[Thunderclaw]

I know. I would love to have both towns interacting with each other, giving me a benefit. :P

[Thunderclaw]

Not sure if I'm allowed to double post, but ngmoco just uploaded a video on We Rule. Check it out!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNbWm-x9bRQ

Did anyone notice the huge frog at around 1:11?

[Thunderclaw]

Another video was posted by ngmoco about We Rule. Plus, we learn some more about it from their blog


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aV6q1fa2PqE

Here’s what the ng:community learned last week.

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Your castle is not just the centerpiece of your We Rule kingdom, it’s also a status symbol. It grows more elaborate as you level up — and instantly tells your friends how awesome you are at the game.

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We Rule is all about building your own kingdom, but it pays to check in on your friends. Hunt through neighboring realms for open businesses. When you find one, place an order for special items. You’ll then work with your friends to ensure the goods are delivered. If you succeed, you’ll both profit.

Oh, and that we’ve submitted We Rule to Apple.

WHO'S READY TO PLAY WE RULE!?!

[RustySabre]

As much as I don't like the thought of a game that's fundamentally limited if you don't want to play it online, I might just have to check this one out. I've always wanted to build my own medieval kingdom, and if there's any chance I could have a giant frog... well, that would rock :)

[Thunderclaw]

New website for We Rule: http://werule.ngmoco.com/

Also some new text:

Your kingdom. Your rules. Take charge of a living kingdom. Farm, build and expand your realm.
Check back at anytime, anywhere.Design your space. Think the Wizards Tower compliments your Guild Hall? Build it. Don't like it? Remodel.It pays to have friends. Drop in to neighboring kingdoms for inspiration and work with friends to earn gold.

[NineSwords]

IS there a ETA? Other than that is is send to apple for review.

[Thunderclaw]

Hmm... I haven't found one yet, although I'm assuming it'll be soon as what's the point of having it reviewed if they're not going to release it soon. They can't edit anything as that would require another inspection by the Apple review process.

[Mr. Charley]

IS there a ETA? Other than that is is send to apple for review.

I don't know if this was on their twitter or where I read this, but I believe they are releasing it first in Canada.
I guess it will be like Eliminate and Touch Pets, in terms of testing their servers first.....

Ngmoco has not specified a release date so possibly as soon as approved, it'll be available...but only in Canada at first.

[NineSwords]

Thanks for the heads up. I hope we get some players together here once it's released. And that the Canadians wait for us ppor EU folks before they start playing.

[Mr. Charley]

Or just do what everyone else does who's virtue is not patience and just open up a cdn itunes account and d/l the game...it'll be free so no need for a credit card

[NineSwords]

I would but I get already annoyed that I have to type in my US account password every time I synchronize with itunes. With another account I have probably have to enter it another time... gaaaaaaaaaa

[Ron]

With all the upcoming games on top of the latest releases it now becomes #appbudgetfail. :)

[RustySabre]

With all the upcoming games on top of the latest releases it now becomes #appbudgetfail. :)

I hear you. I was there even before I knew about a lot of the games coming out this year. The worst part is I can't get a night job to pay for my habit because then I won't have any time for my habit :)

[NineSwords]

I hear you. I was there even before I knew about a lot of the games coming out this year. The worst part is I can't get a night job to pay for my habit because then I won't have any time for my habit :)

A vicious circle.

[RustySabre]

A vicious circle.

Yeah, I just need to get a "sponsor of the month" club going to support my filthy habit :)

[Thunderclaw]

For those of you who are impatient, it's already out in Canada.

Can anyone explain to me how I can make a Canadian Account?

[Thunderclaw]

I found an article that helped me make an account: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2534

Anyone have the game yet? I do and it's pretty good for now.

[NineSwords]

I got it too but I'm underwhelmed. I guess it's not my type of game. Or more accurate it's way to streamlined and striped down to be really interesting for me.

[NineSwords]

I have some extreme issues with the game. Upon loading there is a long period where the game is only "connecting". When I switch my my kingdom to another there is a long loading/connecting period.
Stuff I planted on the fields is instantly grown but cannot be harvested and all my houses show they have taxes to collect but collecting just stands at 99% and then goes away with the sign for collectable tax still there..

I guess the servers have some serious problems and this is only with the CA release.

It isn't playable at the moment. I can only suggest that everyone takes a long walk around it until they fix the server issues.

[Bob Marley]

hey i have played we rule now for a very long time!
Germany rules! "Show me your genitals" xD
pls add me:
Bobby56767