netmonkey Posted May 9, 2007 Last year I spammed the forums with this game called Skyrates that some of the people at my university made, and now it's time to talk about a game where I was involved: I've been working this whole semester with a group of people on this crazy new kind of "online web game" we called Bandology where people get together, form bands and travel around the world playing in gigs. But there is more than that, because the real experiment is that we are trying to connect the typical Bejeweled-playing casual player with gamers like us so that they play their own way but still play together. So, one side mostly plays casual games while the other has this sort of fantasy band management/final fantasy-like RPG experience. Anyway, the time has come for what we call "beta 1" which means that during the summer we are going to let it go, keep it running, and see what happens. In the meantime, we'll be working on making the game a lot better (it really needs it) based on what happens during the next few months but as of now, here it is for everyone to digest and destroy. I'm actually pretty terrified to show it at you guys, but I would really appreciate input from the Idle T crowd. So, please, if you got some time try it out and I hope you enjoy it! (I'm usually online in the game. My character's name is Mundito.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 9, 2007 Very neat. Like the character creation tool. Keep you eyes peeled for Wrestle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
netmonkey Posted May 9, 2007 More people should join on the casual side and you guys can join Wrestle's band and form The Idle Thumbs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 9, 2007 More people should join on the casual side and you guys can join Wrestle's band and form The Idle Thumbs Absolutely! I've setup the band name already, so if people want to come join let me know your game names and I'll invite you to the band. Singers, keyboardists and guitarists most welcome. PS: Loving the Mario/Bandology avatar, netmonkey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ysbreker Posted May 9, 2007 You can find Jack Shaftoe online as of now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 9, 2007 And we're off; I've assigned Shaftoe to deal with a bunch of naked ladies, but we need more band members. Two drummers does not a rock band make! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miffy495 Posted May 10, 2007 Allright, Miffy has arrived. Not much creativity. Just made it look as much like me as the options would allow, and then went with an instrument that I actually play. Still, if you need a guitarist, I'm on there now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 10, 2007 Allright, Miffy has arrived. Not much creativity. Just made it look as much like me as the options would allow, and then went with an instrument that I actually play. Still, if you need a guitarist, I'm on there now. Most definitely--I've sent you an invite to join the band. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marek Posted May 10, 2007 Awesome, I checked out Skyrates and I will check this out too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n0wak Posted May 10, 2007 I requested to join but haven't seen anything back. Every rock band needs a hipster trumpet player. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 10, 2007 I requested to join but haven't seen anything back. Every rock band needs a hipster trumpet player. Can't see your request, n0wak; what's you Star name in Bandology? Marek, it'd be great to have you in The Idle Thumbs. But be quick--we only have one slot left! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
netmonkey Posted May 10, 2007 BTW, Skyrates has been reset recently, so everyone is starting out again, and there's more content and other neat things. It's been pretty crazy since the Skyrates folk have been in our office getting their new beta out as well... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n0wak Posted May 10, 2007 Can't see your request, n0wak; what's you Star name in Bandology? You asked to join Wrestle's band, The Idle Thumbs, and are waiting for a response. Cancel As 'n0" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaff Posted May 11, 2007 I'll be checking it out tomorrow... or... soon! Along with this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 11, 2007 As 'n0" Odd, still can't see it. Found you in the 'Stars' list and sent an invitation instead. There's now just one space left in The Idle Thumbs, folks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanJW Posted May 11, 2007 I applied! My star name is 5 Shilling (the pre-decimalisation gangsta). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrestlevania Posted May 11, 2007 Superb--the band is complete! We have: DanJW on lead vocals Miffy on guitar n0wak on trumpet ysbreaker and myself on drums We also currently have almost 100 fans already. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanJW Posted May 11, 2007 Isn't here a saying about never letting the drummer handle the money...? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
netmonkey Posted May 11, 2007 Really? Where did you get that from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eljay Posted May 11, 2007 I think he got it from Guitar Hero Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
