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.
Webkinz World Counts Down To Christmas
While Santakinz has begun to gather gifts together for all the good Kinz girls and boys who came to visit him, Ms. Birdy is already prepared to begin the gift-giving season with a slew of surprises. Following Santakinz’s lead, Ms. Birdy has collected a plethora of presents that she’ll be giving out to Webkinz members. Starting on Monday, Ms. Birdy will be giving out a different gift each day until Christmas Day. Find Ms. Birdie in the Clubhouse in Webkinz World to grab your gift! She’ll only give you one gift per day, though, so check back each day to get the next present. We’ll be doing our own Webkinz version of “The Twelve Days Of Christmas” here on Webkinz Newz to celebrate Ms. Birdy’s generous act. Each day, we’ll reveal Ms. Birdy’s new present for the day that follows through new lines from the song! Be sure to check back for the big reveal every day starting tomorrow! Happy Holidays!
Have You Visited Santakinz Yet?
Winter is well underway and the Countdown to Christmas approaching. Santakinz has been creating his list and checking it twice in the Santakinz Clubhouse Room, and he’s just about ready to collecting presents for all the good Kinz boys and girls! Have you visited Santakinz to make your Christmas wish yet? If not, you should! You can find Santakinz in the holiday-themed “Santkinz” room within the Clubhouse. Click on Santakinz and wait your turn in line, and he’ll ask you to pick one of three great gifts, which you’ll receive when you log in on Christmas Day!
Christmas Cheer: Reindeer Kinz and Kinz Clip Combo
Christmas is just a few weeks away, and what better way to get into the spirit than with a special, holiday-themed Kinz and Kinz Clip combo. This year, we’ve packaged together a pair of rambunctious Reindeer together in a Kinz and Kinz Klip combo pack! While they may not have Rudolph’s red nose, these Reindeer are every bit as special. Reindeer are gentle, kind friends and would do very well in a big family with lots of other Webkinz. Want to delight your dearest deer? Then give the gift of a Reindeer Kinz and Kinz Klip combo pack this holiday. Check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability.
Video: Peppermint Puppy In Action
Refreshingly cool, the Peppermint Puppy is one sweet Holiday pet to make your pal. Here’s a video of the Peppermint Puppy at play! The Peppermint Puppy, which comes with Candy Cane Seeds and Minty Marble Cake, is available this holiday season. Check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability.
Preview: Polarberry Jam, Our New Arcade Game
This week, the Creative Director put out a tease on our official Twitter account: there will be two brand new Arcade games coming to the Webkinz Arcade before Christmas, and one will be the first new daily Arcade game since Wishing Well 2. We’re now ready to give you guys a sneak peek of one of our upcoming Arcade games: introducing Polarberry Jam! In this fast-paced action game, players help Inukshuk, the lovable Polar Bear from Polar Plunge, elude mischievous Yetis. Dodging the Yetis can be tough sometimes, but Inukshuk can collect and throw snowballs at the Yetis to stun them, as well. The goal of the game is to collect all the polarberries scattered about the level without touching the Yetis. There are 15 increasingly-challenging levels to best, and an exclusive Trophy awaits those who guide Inukshuk to the end of the game. Plus, you’ll earn KinzCash for your pets as you play, like all our other awesome Arcade games. You’ll find this new game in the Webkinz Arcade soon. How exciting! But what of the other unannounced daily Arcade game? Check back here on Webkinz Newz early next week for a sneak peek of the other new game: … Read more
In Room: Signature German Shepherd
Our first Signature pet for the new year is one which will be forever faithful. The Signature German Shepherd, who is as cuddly as he is loyal, comes with the Puppy Patrol Command Station, Signature Schnitzel, a piece of furniture from our exclusive Signature theme, and a Wish Token. You’d be hard pressed to find a more adorable dog than the new Signature German Shepherd. Shop for the German Shepherd at your favorite Webkinz retailer in January 2010.
Video: Arctic Fox In Action
There’s a cool new critter on the block. Not just smart, this polar pal is tons of frosty fun, too! Here’s a video of the Arctic Fox in action! The Arctic Fox, which comes with a Frozen Tundra Treadmill and Winter Snow Crepes, is one of our featured pets for December. Check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability.
In Room: Triceratops
The Triceratops, along with the Ginger Cat and the Portuguese Water Dog, is one of the new pets coming next year. The Triceratops, who is the perfect prehistoric addition to any family, comes with the Triassic Television, pictured, and Fiddlehead Feast. With its cool patterned frill and three horns, the Triceratops is one of our most dashing dinosaurs yet. Discover this dynamic dino at your favorite Webkinz retailer in January 2010.
In Room: Ginger Cat
Like the Portuguese Water Dog, the Ginger Cat is one of the new pets coming next year. The Ginger Cat, who is always looking for fun things to do and adventures to have, comes with the Baker’s Oven, pictured below, and Gingerbread Paw Prints. You’ll never be bored with a Ginger Cat: this little kitty has a sweet side—and a mischievous one! Find this feisty feline at your favorite Webkinz retailer in January 2010.
Video: Moose In Action
The Moose makes an excellent friend who is loyal and true blue. Here’s a video of the majestic Moose in motion! The Moose, which comes with a Great White North Throne and Chocolate Mousse, is available this December. Check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability.
Give The Gift Of Deluxe This Holiday
Following some brief downtime yesterday, the Ganz eStore has been updated with a great new feature. Deluxe memberships can now be purchased as a redeemable code, meaning that you can give the gift of a Deluxe Membership to the Webkinz player on your list. 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. So if you’re looking for a present this Christmas, shop for a Deluxe Membership for yourself or for your loved ones on the Ganz eStore, and enjoy the holidays in Webkinz World!
Video: Baby Penguin In Action
The bubbly Baby Penguin, with its flappy flippers, its cuddly tummy, and sweet smile, will be your best buddy. Here’s a video of the Baby Penguin bouncing around! The Baby Penguin, which comes with a Polar Playpen and a Salt Water Slushy, is available this December. Check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability.
In Room: Portuguese Water Dog
The Portuguese Water Dog is one of the new pets coming next year. This smart, loyal, and fun-loving pup comes with the Heated Hound Hot Tub, pictured below, and Barkalhau. After a hard day of play, be sure to let your Portuguese Water Dog take a break in its luxurious hot tub. Keeping your pets warm this winter will be a snap with this new item. Grab yours by picking up a Portuguese Water Dog at your favorite Webkinz retailer in January 2010.
Video: Daisy Tortoise In Action
The Daisy Tortoise and her jellybean-colored paws are delightful! Here’s a video of the Daisy Tortoise doing its thing! The Daisy Tortoise, which comes with a Daisy Driver and a Delicious Daisy Danish, is available this December. Check your favorite Webkinz retailer for availability.
