Nanoer
1 kn0W @ l@Ngu4G3 tH3 T@9 F4IRY DOe5N'+ S0 1 c4N +
- Joined
- Sep 28, 2005
- Messages
- 3,213
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Feb. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Barely more than seven
months after its official launch, Virtual Magic Kingdom, a free multiplayer
gaming community inspired by Disney's famous theme parks, has acquired the
one-millionth character in its virtual community, Walt Disney Parks and
Resorts Online announced.
Quickly establishing itself as one of the coolest destinations online for
gaming fans, the virtual theme park at vmk.com has grown to include several
new lands, fun new games and more than 1.3 million personalized rooms created
by its players.
"We're thrilled that so many players have embraced the fun of VMK," said
Paul Yanover, senior vice president and general manager of Walt Disney Parks
and Resorts Online. "To reach this milestone so quickly after the community
debuted is extremely satisfying to everyone on the VMK team. Just like in the
real parks, we strive to constantly improve and expand our online park to
exceed players' expectations."
Where Are We ... Frontierland Newly Added!
In December, VMK opened Frontierland, a Wild-West neighborhood with new
areas to explore and brand-new games. Players can create their own log flume
ride or hunt ghosts in a new Haunted Mansion multiplayer game.
By Land or Sea ... Adventureland, Main Street and Fantasyland!
Players can enjoy tons of fun activities as they explore a virtual
community inspired by Disney's famous theme parks and attractions.
Adventureland offers players the chance to steer through treacherous rivers
aboard the Jungle Cruise Photo Safari or battle other players in high-seas
competition inspired by the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction and movies. On
VMK's Main Street, players can create funky music mixes and share them with
other players. Fantasyland lets players compete against 100 other characters
in an amazing fireworks display game. Throughout each land, shops offer
creative items players can purchase to decorate their personal space - or
trade with other characters. More than 1,000 virtual items currently are
available for sale and trade within the VMK community.
In a future phase set to launch later this year, Tomorrowland will add an
exciting, outer-space dimension to the virtual theme park. Guests can catch a
sneak preview of Tomorrowland with three new arcade-style games available now
in the Tomorrowland section of VMK: Airlock Escape, Hyperspace Mountain and
Blast in Space.
From the Virtual World to the Real World
The fun continues on as it transcends its online community. Gamers can
visit VMK Central in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and Disneyland
park at Disneyland Resort and participate in exciting real-world Quests. And,
best of all, guests who successfully complete a VMK Quest in the real world
will earn secret codes for game credits and other cool virtual rewards to
enhance game play.
Always Something New
Part of the reason VMK is such a fun, high-energy destination is because
there's always something new to do. A glance at the VMK Web site at VMK.com
gives players a calendar of special online events designed to challenge and
entertain while offering the chance to win rare virtual items. These new
social activities and community-driven events enhance the dynamic nature of
the game, complementing the permanent features players can enjoy throughout
VMK. In February, VMK added a cool new game where guests can build their own
Expedition Everest ride in celebration of the Spring opening of Expedition
Everest in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Beyond VMK
Other new Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online destinations allow players
an opportunity to take advantage of great VMK tie-ins. At VMK, guests can link
to disneyeverest.com, an all-new web site for the thrilling new Expedition
Everest attraction at Florida's Walt Disney World Resort where players can
learn about the ride and win free stuff for VMK. A downloadable game called
Yeti Vision lets players become the feared Yeti from the new attraction at
Disney's Animal Kingdom. Protect the sacred realm from intruders and earn Yeti
Vision Rewards to redeem in VMK by destroying train tracks, causing avalanches
and solving ancient mysteries. After each episode, guests can earn different
virtual prizes such as Everest pins, Everest ice furniture or an Everest guest
room.
Creating the "New" You
When players enter VMK they can really express themselves. Each character
is completely in charge of the universe he or she creates, right down to their
"look." Blue spiky hair is "in" and your wardrobe is your own, with dozens of
colorful clothing pieces to buy or trade. Plus, Virtual Magic Kingdom lets
players create personalized guest rooms and decorate them any way they want to
reflect their own style.
Experience the magic firsthand at vmk.com. The fun is just a 'mouse' click
away!
months after its official launch, Virtual Magic Kingdom, a free multiplayer
gaming community inspired by Disney's famous theme parks, has acquired the
one-millionth character in its virtual community, Walt Disney Parks and
Resorts Online announced.
Quickly establishing itself as one of the coolest destinations online for
gaming fans, the virtual theme park at vmk.com has grown to include several
new lands, fun new games and more than 1.3 million personalized rooms created
by its players.
"We're thrilled that so many players have embraced the fun of VMK," said
Paul Yanover, senior vice president and general manager of Walt Disney Parks
and Resorts Online. "To reach this milestone so quickly after the community
debuted is extremely satisfying to everyone on the VMK team. Just like in the
real parks, we strive to constantly improve and expand our online park to
exceed players' expectations."
Where Are We ... Frontierland Newly Added!
In December, VMK opened Frontierland, a Wild-West neighborhood with new
areas to explore and brand-new games. Players can create their own log flume
ride or hunt ghosts in a new Haunted Mansion multiplayer game.
By Land or Sea ... Adventureland, Main Street and Fantasyland!
Players can enjoy tons of fun activities as they explore a virtual
community inspired by Disney's famous theme parks and attractions.
Adventureland offers players the chance to steer through treacherous rivers
aboard the Jungle Cruise Photo Safari or battle other players in high-seas
competition inspired by the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction and movies. On
VMK's Main Street, players can create funky music mixes and share them with
other players. Fantasyland lets players compete against 100 other characters
in an amazing fireworks display game. Throughout each land, shops offer
creative items players can purchase to decorate their personal space - or
trade with other characters. More than 1,000 virtual items currently are
available for sale and trade within the VMK community.
In a future phase set to launch later this year, Tomorrowland will add an
exciting, outer-space dimension to the virtual theme park. Guests can catch a
sneak preview of Tomorrowland with three new arcade-style games available now
in the Tomorrowland section of VMK: Airlock Escape, Hyperspace Mountain and
Blast in Space.
From the Virtual World to the Real World
The fun continues on as it transcends its online community. Gamers can
visit VMK Central in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and Disneyland
park at Disneyland Resort and participate in exciting real-world Quests. And,
best of all, guests who successfully complete a VMK Quest in the real world
will earn secret codes for game credits and other cool virtual rewards to
enhance game play.
Always Something New
Part of the reason VMK is such a fun, high-energy destination is because
there's always something new to do. A glance at the VMK Web site at VMK.com
gives players a calendar of special online events designed to challenge and
entertain while offering the chance to win rare virtual items. These new
social activities and community-driven events enhance the dynamic nature of
the game, complementing the permanent features players can enjoy throughout
VMK. In February, VMK added a cool new game where guests can build their own
Expedition Everest ride in celebration of the Spring opening of Expedition
Everest in Disney's Animal Kingdom.
Beyond VMK
Other new Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online destinations allow players
an opportunity to take advantage of great VMK tie-ins. At VMK, guests can link
to disneyeverest.com, an all-new web site for the thrilling new Expedition
Everest attraction at Florida's Walt Disney World Resort where players can
learn about the ride and win free stuff for VMK. A downloadable game called
Yeti Vision lets players become the feared Yeti from the new attraction at
Disney's Animal Kingdom. Protect the sacred realm from intruders and earn Yeti
Vision Rewards to redeem in VMK by destroying train tracks, causing avalanches
and solving ancient mysteries. After each episode, guests can earn different
virtual prizes such as Everest pins, Everest ice furniture or an Everest guest
room.
Creating the "New" You
When players enter VMK they can really express themselves. Each character
is completely in charge of the universe he or she creates, right down to their
"look." Blue spiky hair is "in" and your wardrobe is your own, with dozens of
colorful clothing pieces to buy or trade. Plus, Virtual Magic Kingdom lets
players create personalized guest rooms and decorate them any way they want to
reflect their own style.
Experience the magic firsthand at vmk.com. The fun is just a 'mouse' click
away!
