Coming Soon: New Zumbuddies!
There are many beautiful areas of Webkinz World, but perhaps no one place is as pretty as Zumwhere. High in the clouds, the land of Zums is a magical place to explore, and the Zumbuddies plush are some of the cutest around. That’s why we’re so excited to announce a brand new set of Zumbuddies for the new year. You can visit Zumwhere to snap pictures of Zums to gain KinzCash and special prizes. Adopt Zumbuddy from the physical plushie, and you’ll receive access to My Zumwhere with a digital version of your Zum complete with its own room and items, a bundle of Zummies to spend in the Z shop, and a Zumbuddy which follows around your Webkinz pets. Each Zum has a different personality, and as you adopt more, they will begin to interact with and befriend one another! The new set of Zumbuddies includes Zoro, a Zippy Zum; Zami, a Bratty Zum; Zype, a Tricky Zum; Zane, a Lazy Zum; Zuzu, a Giggly Zum; and Zip, a Peeking Zum. Watch out for the new Zumbuddies in February 2010!
Christmas Countdown: On The Sixth Day of Christmas…
The Christmas Countdown continues! Each day, we’ll unveil a new line in our adaptation of the Christmas classic “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” which will reveal what present Ms. Birdy will be giving away in the Clubhouse for the following day is. Today, we continue with a timeless toy that continues to tickle the fancy of tots year after year: On the sixth day of Christmas, Ms. Birdy gave to me A timeless Kinzville Station Train Set, A heart-warming Hanging Mistletoe, A group of Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies, A rocking Rubber Ducky Toy, A set of Magic W White Socks, And a plate full of Pudding (Figgy)! Saturday’s present is a timeless Kinzville Station Train Set! Choo Choo! Visit Ms. Birdy in the Clubhouse tomorrow to claim your prize, and be sure to check back every day here on Webkinz Newz over the next few days to find out what the next present is. Happy Holidays!
Update: What’s New in Webkinz World
We’ve got a big Webkinz World update today, with a bunch of brand new features and items. Here’s some of the fresh content new to Webkinz World today: Jumbleberry Fields: Our new Daily Activity is a game of chance and strategy in which players spin a set of dice in order to collect different berries. Exchange berries for set prizes or feed them to your pets for a chance to win a rare prize! Polarberry Jam: Help Inukshuk navigate a set of mazes in the search for delicious polarberries while avoiding the mischevious Yetis in our newest addition to the Webkinz Arcade. New Items: Along with the Jumbleberry Fields and Polarberry Jam come more than 50 brand new items that players can win as rewards from the games. A host of other new items have been added, as well! Keep your eyes peeled here on Webkinz Newz and on the Kinzville Times newspaper in Webkinz World for even more details about the new content in the coming days. What do you think of this new update? Are you excited to play the two new games? Let us know in the comments!
Coming Soon: Signature Dutch Bunny
Soft to the touch and happy to hop into your arms, the Signature Dutch Bunny is as much fun to hold as it is to play with. You’ll have to mind your vegetables around this one, though, as it loves to hop about its Tulip Garden in search of carrots for some breakfast Boerenkoleslaw. Watch out for the Signature Dutch Bunny, along with the Old English Sheepdog, Tree Kangaroo, and the Beaver, in February 2010!
Christmas Countdown: On The Fifth Day of Christmas…
The Christmas Countdown continues! Each day, we’ll unveil a new line in our adaptation of the Christmas classic “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” which will reveal what present Ms. Birdy will be giving away in the Clubhouse for the following day is. Today, we continue with a bit of fragrant flora for some festive fawning: On the fifth day of Christmas, Ms. Birdy gave to me A heart-warming Hanging Mistletoe, A group of Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies, A rocking Rubber Ducky Toy, A set of Magic W White Socks, And a plate full of Pudding (Figgy)! Friday’s present is a heart-warming Hanging Mistletoe! How romantic! Visit Ms. Birdy in the Clubhouse tomorrow to claim your prize, and be sure to check back every day here on Webkinz Newz over the next few days to find out what the next present is. Happy Holidays!
Christmas Countdown: On The Fourth Day of Christmas…
The Christmas Countdown continues! Each day, we’ll unveil a new line in our adaptation of the Christmas classic “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” which will reveal what present Ms. Birdy will be giving away in the Clubhouse for the following day is. Today, we continue with a delectable desert enjoyed best with warm milk in the winter season: On the fourth day of Christmas, Ms. Birdy gave to me A group of Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies, A rocking Rubber Ducky Toy, A set of Magic W White Socks, And a plate full of Pudding (Figgy)! Thursday’s present is a group of Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies! Sweet (literally)! Visit Ms. Birdy in the Clubhouse tomorrow to claim your prize, and be sure to check back every day here on Webkinz Newz over the next few days to find out what the next present is. Happy Holidays!
Coming Soon: Tree Kangaroo
You’ll want to jump at the chance to adopt the new Tree Kangaroo. Boisterously bouncing about, this mirthful marsupial is always happy to hop its way around Webkinz World. The Tree Kangaroo comes with a Tropical Fruit Flan and a Remote Rainforest, as teased by the Creative Director on our Twitter account. Watch out for the Tree Kangaroo, along with the Beaver, in February 2010!
January’s Deluxe Item: Stylish Snowsuit
Having warm clothing for your Webkinz to wear in this winter weather is important, and we’ve got the perfect item for you coming this January. The Deluxe Clothing item for this January is the Stylish Snowsuit! You’ll be suited up for snowball fights aplenty with this stylish snow-proof suit. The Stylish Snowsuit is one of the many different Deluxe-only items awarded to players with a Deluxe Membership. Though you’ll get full access to Webkinz World with a secret code from a pet, those who subscribe with us receive a number of added benefits, including an exclusive item every month and a bundle of eStore points. With gifting of Deluxe Memberships now available, there’s never been a better time to sign up for Deluxe. Learn more, and sign up today!
Christmas Countdown: On The Third Day of Christmas…
The Christmas Countdown continues! Each day, we’ll unveil a new line in our adaptation of the Christmas classic “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” which will reveal what present Ms. Birdy will be giving away in the Clubhouse for the following day is. Today, we continue with a rocking rubber buddy to take to the bath with your Webkinz: On the third day of Christmas, Ms. Birdy gave to me A rocking Rubber Ducky Toy, A set of Magic W White Socks, And a plate full of Pudding (Figgy)! Wednesday’s present is a rocking Rubber Ducky Toy! Sweet! Visit Ms. Birdy in the Clubhouse tomorrow to claim your prize, and be sure to check back every day here on Webkinz Newz over the next few days to find out what the next present is. Happy Holidays!
Enjoy The Holidays With Free eStore Points!
Last week, we updated the the Ganz eStore to allow Deluxe Memberships to be purchased as a redeemable code, meaning that you can now give the gift of a Deluxe Membership to another player. To celebrate this brand new feature, we’re giving away 3,000 free eStore Points to all Deluxe Advantage members. On December 21, all Deluxe Advantage members will receive an email with a code that can be redeemed for the free points. The code is only good until December 31st, so be sure to spend them while you can! Even for members that have been playing Webkinz for years, Deluxe Membership is the best way to enjoy Webkinz World. Exclusive activities, rare items, eStore points, and a plethora of account upgrades including a customizable dock, chat bubbles, and more come with the Deluxe Membership. Further details can be found on the eStore website. If you’re not a Deluxe Advantage member, be sure to sign up before December 21st to receive these special free points in addition to all the other benefits that come with Deluxe Membership. If you’re already a Deluxe Advantage member, we hope you enjoy this small gift! Happy Holidays!
Preview: Jumbleberry Fields, Our New Daily Game
The Webkinz Arcade has been in the spotlight as of late. With two new games planned for the remaining few weeks of the year, the Arcade will be a hotbed of activity during the holiday season. Last week, we gave you a sneak peek at one of the two new games coming, Polarberry Jam. This week, we’re giving you a sneak peek of our new Daily Activity game. Introducing Jumbleberry Fields! Jumbleberry Fields is a game of chance and strategy that players can play once a day. Players roll a set of five dice, each of which has 10 faces. Each of the faces, marked with either a type of berry or a pest, has a different point value. Jumbleberries and Sugarberries are common, Pickleberries are less common, and Moonberries are rare. Players move through 9 rounds, rolling each dice up to three times in an attempt to earn the most points possible by making varying combinations of berries. More details and a screenshot follow after the break.
Coming Soon: Beaver
Few pets make a better buddy than a Beaver. The Beaver braves even the coldest climates as he uses his talented tail and teeth to work wood into cool creations like its Beaver Lodge Bed. The Beaver comes with a Barkberry Smoothie and a Beaver Lodge Bed. Watch out for the Beaver in February 2010!
January’s Caring Valley Tree: Party Palm
Even in the cold of winter, trees continue to bloom in the Caring Valley. Starting off the new year of growth is the Party Palm, January’s featured Enchanted Tree! You’ll be able to customize the Party Palm when you unlock it by selecting your favorite treetop, trunk and base. The image below shows all of the possible options: pick the ones you like best and then show off your new tree in your yard! How do you get one of these party-prepped Palm trees? Simply enter the Feature Code attached to any of our Caring Valley pets during the month of January and then plant the four saplings in The Caring Valley. When you plant a tree, you’re letting us know which charity you’d like to support!
Christmas Countdown: On The Second Day of Christmas…
The Christmas Countdown continues! Each day, we’ll unveil a new line in our adaptation of the Christmas classic “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” which will reveal what present Ms. Birdy will be giving away in the Clubhouse for the following day is. Today, we continue with a cool piece of clothing that will keep your Webkinz warm: On the second day of Christmas, Ms. Birdy gave to me A set of Magic W White Socks, And a plate full of Pudding (Figgy)! Tuesday’s present is a set of Magic W White Socks! Sweet! Visit Ms. Birdy in the Clubhouse tomorrow to claim your prize, and be sure to check back every day here on Webkinz Newz over the next few days to find out what the next present is. Happy Holidays!
Weekly Webkinz Wrap-Up
It has been a busy week in Webkinz World, with plenty of new reveals, pets, sales, and updates to read about. Here’s a wrap-up of the week past on Webkinz Newz: Give The Gift Of Deluxe This Holiday – The eStore underwent a big update this week which allows members to gift Deluxe Membership to one another. Introducing The “Comment Forum” – We updated Webkinz Newz this week to add a new “Comment Forum,” which gives readers a one-stop spot to check all the comments on stories past. Webkinz World Counts Down To Christmas – Our Countdown To Christmas Event begins in Webkinz World tomorrow: find Ms. Birdy each day until Christmas Day to get a present! Preview: Polarberry Jam, Our New Arcade Game – This week, we unveiled our newest Arcade game, Polarberry Jam. The story includes gameplay details and a screenshot of the game in action. Feedback Friday: What kind of Arcade game would you like to see? – Our weekly Feedback Friday post. Be sure to tell us your answer in the comments! See the other big stories from this week after the break.
