Talk:Fantage

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Ratings

• ESRB http://www.esrb.org/ratings/synopsis.jsp?Certificate=30705&searchkeyword=fantage
• PEGI http://www.pegi.info/en/index/global_id/505/?searchString=fantage

Fantage (Introduction/first paragraph)

• Users customize their cartoon avatars by changing their hairstyle, clothing, hover board, and accessories http://www.fantage.com/fun/what_is_fantage.html
• The Fantage town-like virtual fantasy world contains with various shops, games, features, educational content, and collectable pets. http://www.fantage.com/fun/what_is_fantage.html
• By October 2011, the world had over 14 million registered users. http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/76750/School_Days_are_Here_Again_Virtual_World_Fantage_is_BringingEducation_to_a_Whole_New_Platform.php
• Fantage has several safety features, such as professional chat moderation, automatic word filtering, an in-game user reporting system, and varying chat options for parents [4]^ Fantage. "Fantage: Safe Virtual Playground". Fantage Website. Retrieved 2010-09-23.
• Parents can utilize Fantage’s ‘Safe Chat’ (where a user can only choose and view pre-written words and phrases) or ‘No Chat’ options. [4]^ Fantage. "Fantage: Safe Virtual Playground". Fantage Website. Retrieved 2010-09-23.
• Premium-only features include, but are not limited to: virtual clothing items, home upgrades, furniture, access to all medals and levels, the ability to collect all Fantage Pets, and more. https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do
• Premium members utilize these features by using the in-game currency they can earn by playing games called ‘stars’. https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do
• Fantage, Inc. introduced ‘eCoins’ in June of 2010. eCoins can be purchased in bulk amounts for set fees and may be used in-game to make micro transactions. Items purchased with eCoins can never expire and can be used by the player regardless of membership status [1]
• Fantage, Inc. has created several mobile applications such as, Fantage Bullseye and Fantage IDFone for the iPhone platform. http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/77041/Fantage_Hits_the_Bullseye_with_First_Foray_into_MobileGaming.php]

History and Development

Virtual World

• Fantage also has developed a variety of educational content as well since opening up the Fantage School, an area in Fantage specifically for learning http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/76750/School_Days_are_Here_Again_Virtual_World_Fantage_is_BringingEducation_to_a_Whole_New_Platform.php]

Mobile Development

• Fantage, Inc. has created several mobile applications such as, Fantage Bullseye and Fantage IDFone for the iPhone platform. http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/77041/Fantage_Hits_the_Bullseye_with_First_Foray_into_MobileGaming.php]
• Fantage Bullseye has accumulated nearly 200,000 downloads to date from the iTunes App Store. [2]

Business Model

• Nexon no longer oversees Fantage in Europe (this part should be removed)
• Initial admission into Fantage is free and users can continue to use it as such; however, premium membership is required to access the full site including most clothing items, rare items, most gems, customization options, and most pets. https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do
• Users also can purchase eCoins in bulk amounts for set fees to use in-game for micro transactions. Items purchased with eCoins never expire and can be used by the player regardless of membership status [http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/60157/Fantage_Introduces_New_Microtransaction_System_andBilltoMobiletrade_Payment_Option.php

Environment

• Users are automatically given a basic home. Users have the option of opening their home to everyone, or just their buddies, so that other users can access it.
• Premium Members may purchase more elaborate homes, and decorate their homes with items bought with virtual currency https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do
• Premium Members can have their homes displayed on the User Home Map, accessible from the World Map
• Various parties and special events are held on a regular basis at Fantage either just for fun or to celebrate a holiday like Halloween or a season such as Winter. In most cases, new games and free items are available. http://mommyfactor.blogspot.com/2011/09/fantage-talks-gaming-safely-10-game.html
• The main area in Fantage is called Downtown, and this is where most players arrive when they log in to the game. Downtown is home to Star Café, where users can play a variety of games. It also houses Le Shop, where users can purchase clothing, and Stellar Salon.
• Also in Downtown, Top Models Inc., was released in September of 2009. In the Top Models building, users may utilize the items in their inventory to compete in a fashion show. http://blog.fantage.com/?p=1289
• Fantage currently consists of 14 areas for users to explore.Downtown, Uptown, Mt. Fantage, Castle, Carnival, Beach, Forest, Wizard’s Domain, The Dock, Oasis, Fantage School, Creature Area, Pet Town, and Hidden Meadow
• These areas house more than 30 games, 14 shops, and a number of features. Clothing for avatars, pets, and other customization options can be purchased at these shops. Games are scattered throughout establishments in each town. Users may also opt to visit the Mission Center to play up to 7 missions which are quest-style adventures where the user has to complete a number of tasks assigned to the user
• Recent additions to Fantage include the pet system (the ability to adopt a variety of fantasy-based pets), educational content, and new Fantage-themed mobile apps. http://blog.fantage.com/?p=6169 http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/77041/Fantage_Hits_the_Bullseye_with_First_Foray_into_MobileGaming.php

Feature and Activities

Games

• Fantage.com has many mini-games for its users to play, such as Splash!, Buzzer Beater, Bricks Breaking, Whack-a-Veggie, and more.
• Users earn stars from Playing games https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do
• Fantage also has developed a new platform-style game called Secret Adventure which takes the user inside of a new world to try to pick up keys and unlock treasure chests. http://blog.fantage.com/?p=8982
• Fantage has several multiplayer games http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/76750/School_Days_are_Here_Again_Virtual_World_Fantage_is_BringingEducation_to_a_Whole_New_Platform.php]
• There also are a number of games users can play by using their pets. http://blog.fantage.com/?p=8647

Items

• Premium Members may use the free virtual currency they earn from games (Stars) to purchase nearly any item in Fantage, with the exception of a few designated eCoin-only items https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/whatAreEcoins.do
• Non-premium users also can access a number of items in the world’s many shops without paying for membership, such as select clothing items, hairstyles, skin tones, and all stickers. [3]^ Shaul, Brandy (2010-05-24). "Fantage Sets Out to Offer Safe Social Gaming for Kids". Frisky Mongoose. Retrieved 2010-09-23
• Any user may choose to purchase items with eCoins. eCoins can be purchased in a variety of amounts for a set fee. The only items not available for purchase with eCoins are double star coupons and pet eggs (eCoin users can collect all of the pets by purchasing pet codes). https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/whatAreEcoins.do

Pets

• Users can collect pets by purchasing and hatching eggs or by using pet codes http://blog.fantage.com/?p=6169
• Only Premium Members can hatch all pets using eggs https://secure.fantage.com/membershipv3/membershipBenefit.do
• Two pets can be hatch all pets using eggs without purchasing membership
• Users who obtain eCoins are able to purchase Magic Codes to hatch a specific pet they want and at a faster rate. There are three magic code hatching times available---1 hour, 20 minute, or Instant. http://blog.fantage.com/?p=9616 http://www.fantage.com/fun/faq.html

Parties and Socialization

• Users may add up to 200 ‘buddies’ and chat one-to-one through instant messenger or through a group chat where you can chat with several buddies at once
• There also is an open chatting system inside the world where users can chat with whoever is in the same room as them. [4]^ Fantage. "Fantage: Safe Virtual Playground". Fantage Website. Retrieved 2010-09-
• Premium members may purchase ‘parties’ for a small amount of stars and invite either everyone or just their buddies to their party. Users can pick the party theme and have a piñata game in their home. http://www.fantage.com/fun/faq.html

Educational Content

• A new edition to Fantage is the Fantage School, which includes a variety of educational games ranging from math and chess to language arts and geography. More recent editions included adding checkers and the ability to join and/or host a private classroom http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/76750/School_Days_are_Here_Again_Virtual_World_Fantage_is_BringingEducation_to_a_Whole_New_Platfor
• Users also may play "Off the Hook," a true-or-false trivia game testing student's knowledge on a variety of subjects, including Geography, Pop Culture and Math http://www.gamasutra.com/view/pressreleases/76750/School_Days_are_Here_Again_Virtual_World_Fantage_is_BringingEducation_to_a_Whole_New_Platfor

Incorrect link: ^ "Fantage Adds Pet System". MMO Hut. 2010-07-14. http://mmohut.com/news/fantage-adds-pet-system. Retrieved 2010-09-23

FantageStaff (talk) 22:13, 26 October 2011 (UTC)

I am sorry, but I cannot fulfil this request because it is all based upon primary sources (ie, the website of Fantage and press-releases). Whilst it is acceptable to occasionally use primary sources for neutral facts (e.g. "Fantage is based in New Jersey"), but they cannot be used for non-neutral claims (such as "over 14 million registered users"). Articles should be substantially based upon independent reliable sources. See WP:PSTS.

Therefore, please re-assess your request, and re-post it as appropriate. Thanks,  Chzz  ►  09:16, 21 November 2011 (UTC)

Contested deletion

This article should be speedily deleted for lack of asserted importance because it is not greatly referenced. — |=ANTAG£JAPANR0X (talk) 01:33, 19 November 2011 (UTC)

I have declined the speedy deletion nomination as there is sufficient claim of significance along with references to fail to meet the speedy deletion criteria. If you still feel this should be deleted, please list it at Articles for discussion -- PhantomSteve.alt/talk\^{[alternative account of Phantomsteve]} 12:20, 19 November 2011 (UTC)

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