Tag Archives: KEYS

Distinguished Aurora: Master Shopper

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We are proud to announce that we have a Master Shopper in the ranks. Cadet Distinguished Aurora has achieved high levels of money spending ability. Let’s hope the folks don’t find out what a spend thrift you are! Excuse me a moment …

Bong wants me to mention that showering the head honchos with a few gifts, while not necessary, could be helpful down the road …

[Enough about gifts, Bong.]

(I’m just saying …)

Ahem. I’m here to help you develop a strategy that will allow more cadets to reach this illustrious level in our corps. The strategy that I am about to set out for you will not only help you become a “Master Shopper” but also  support Planet Central’s economy. Let’s begin: Continue reading →

Get Into the Fun with Parent Accounts

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Why should the kids have all the fun?

We’ve introduced parent accounts so you can group your children’s Tiny Planets cadet accounts together and manage them from a single screen.  With your parent account, you can buy KEYs for any of your children’s accounts.  If you want to deactivate your child’s account for any reason, simply do so from your parent account management page: http://tinyplanetsfun.com/mtpaccounts.

We continue to be committed to providing safe and fun online entertainment for your family.  You’ll find our privacy policy here: http://tinyplanetsfun.com/privacy.  We collect as little personal information as possible to facilitate your account with us, and we safeguard it judiciously.

If you have any questions or problems with this process please feel free to contact us at contact[@]mytinyplanets{dot}com.

Cheers!

Parents — You Hold the Key to Fun!

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As Space Cadet recruiters, trainers and explorers in our own right, we realize that learning while your young is an important component to leading a successful life. Bong and I have endeavored to provide each child with free access to much of our training videos, games and other entertainment. But there comes a time when a young cadet wants to explore further and that’s where you, as the parent are a vital component to their continued success.

And that is why we’ve provided each Space Cadet’s parent with the ability to create a parent account which links to their children’s accounts. Then, based upon your assessment of their needs you can either purchase KEYs on a monthly basis or perhaps as an incentive periodically during the year. In either case, you have a part in controlling the level of game play your children experience.

KEYS, besides being valuable to the cadets in the MyTinyPlanets, are used throughout the Tiny Planets’ universe. Parents and children can use them to watch special videos, read rare books and more. Another good thing about KEYS is that they can be used as a real-world teaching moment.

Discuss with your children what their monthly “KEY Budget” it and help them to plan the best way to use  them for future purchases.  It’s also a good time to compare features and help them to discern which purchases will give them  the best bang for their KEY. Kids can save their KEYS from month to month and save up for that really “must have” rocket ship!

The economic lessons they learn in our universe will be a good beginning on the road to handling their Earth finances in a responsible manner. Once they’ve developed a healthy respect for their KEYS, you might want to introduce some of your Earth currency to the mix to extend their good financial habits into their own world.

How cool is that?!

Tip Tuesdays: Shopping

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Cadets, your progress is coming along quite nicely. Your missions are completed in a timely manner and you have been very precise in following the rules of space etiquette. Very good indeed! So, as a reward for all of your good works I’d like to share with you a way to save time and get into the action a lot faster.

You may not be aware of it, but you are able to make purchases outside of the stores located at Planet Central. When you’re in a hurry, instead of leaving the spaceport and trudging down to Speedy Spaceships, waiting on line and then trudging back to the hanger to begin your journey, all you have to do is buy the ship at the hanger! Here’s how you do it:

  1. Proceed to the Hangar.
  2. On the lower left hand side of the screen where you can see the hologram of the ships available. You’ll see a little sign that says “Get More”
  3. Select the ship you like (and have enough Star and KEYs for) and away you go!

And believe it or not you’ve been carrying another great shopping timesaver right in your  pocket –  it’s your Passport!

When you open up your Passport you can teleport directly to your planet (no need to go to the hanger!). If teleportation isn’t your favorite way to travel, select your spaceship and head into space.  Here’s how you do it:

  1. Just click on your avatar on the left of your command screen.
  2. This will open your passport.
  3. You’ll be presented with a choice between Planets or Ships.
  4. Choosing Planet will take you to your planet. (And of course choosing Ships lets you choose your spaceship.)

Well that’s enough Timely Tips for today. Be sure and check us out every Tuesday for more hints and tricks.

The New “My Tiny Planets” Game Revealed

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This week we’ve released a new version of MyTinyPlanets.com, created based on feedback we’ve received from dedicated players, like you.  While keeping many of the elements that make My Tiny PlanetsTM enjoyable today, we’ve altered and added several features to really amp up the fun.  Here’s a sneak peek at a few:

  • Space Flight. There are new games in space, like Trash Blasters and targeting quasars, comets, and red dwarf stars to keep you earning stars wherever you travel.  And, you no longer need a browser plug-in, so performance is dramatically improved.
  • Cadet Awards.  In addition to earning stars, you earn awards, which increase your rank in the game.  Earn your Flight Wings, Social Hub, Moon Bouncer and Arcade Wizard badges, among others.
  • Spaceships. Spaceships are redesigned, and early testers are giving them a rousing thumbs up!
  • Hangar and Cockpit. Buy more ships from your hangar, select the one you want, and hop in.  From your cockpit plot your flight plan – to Nebula Neighborhoods to visit your friends, to your own planet, to space games, or back to Planet Central.  Don’t forget to engage your laser (use space bar to fire) when on a space exploration!
  • Missions. We’ve introduced mini missions, giving you a new way to earn stars and progress through the game.
  • Minigames. All the minigames have been revamped and include special features like power-ups.  Challenge your friends on the leaderboards by “Going Pro”!
  • Chat. We’ve pioneered a new chat system, “Click-to-Chat”.  When you see a player with a speech bubble over his head, simply click on the speech bubble and choose from several responses presented.  No more tedious typing, and rock-solid, safe interactions for your family.
  • Planet-o-Matic. Decorating your planet has never been easier with the planet-o-matic.  Simply click to drop in new backgrounds, skies and buildings!
  • Virtual Currency. We’ve introduced a virtual currency called “Keys.”  When you subscribe or make a one-time purchase, you get Keys.  Keys unlock premium content, like cool landscapes for your planet, cadet accessories and new spaceships.We’ve partnered with Social Gold to provide our payments engine.  Now you can buy currency in-game, and you can purchase via mobile, game cards, credit card or PayPal in several currencies.

We’ll have more details tomorrow  …