Here’s A Little Something To Think About

Princess Penelope graced our towns (and Krustyland’s) with her presence a few days back and gave new life to a mostly forgotten part of the game. But, the content of level 43 isn’t what I want to talk about – it’s the file that contains the content that interests me.

Usually when we receive an update such as a level or episode tie in, the files that contain the content are named after what ever it’s about. The level 41 file is called ‘Bernice Hibbert’ because that update revolved around her, her brother Chester Dupree and Doctor Hibbert.

The level 43 file wasn’t named what I would have expected it to be. I thought it would have been named something like ‘Princess Penelope’ for the reasons I’ve already explained, but it wasn’t. Instead it’s called ‘Krustyland 2 Patch 1 Pre Launch’.

Again, it’s called ‘Krustyland 2 Patch 1 Pre Launch‘. Interesting, no? The parts of the name that interest me the most are ‘Krustyland 2‘ and ‘Pre Launch‘ I think EA have something up their sleeves that I expect to drop very soon. I’ll explain why I think so in another post, but for now, what do you think it means? Do you think I’m reading too much into the name or am I on to something? Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below!

Level 40/41 Guides Now Available

The Level 40 and Level 41 guides are now available for viewing. You can access them by clicking on the ‘Level Guides’ tab on the menu. The backlog of levels, 25 – 38 will be made available over the coming days.

Doughnut Farming, Is It Possible?

Note: The term ‘farming’ is used to describe buying/building lots of the same things to earn something in a relatively short period of time.

Everyone wants them but it’s not always so easy to get them for free. That’s right, I’m talking about the holy grail of Tapped Out, doughnuts! Free doughnuts are ridiculously hard to come by, even for a free game but, thanks to level 41 there’s a way to ‘buy’ some for in-game cash!

Level 41 brought us the Bloodmobile and I have to say, I’m glad it did! It will cost you $132,000 to purchase one and because it isn’t unique, you can have as many of them as you want. That’s a good thing, trust me!

After purchasing a Bloodmobile, you’ll get a flat rate of 13,200XP but it could be much higher depending on your bonus multiplier! My bonus multiplier is quite low at 120% right now because I’m reorganising most of my town.

The number of Bloodmobile’s required to reach the bonus doughnut level will vary from player to player depending on how many times you’ve levelled up past the MAXIMUM level, which at this point is level 41.

After you’ve purchased what could be an insane amount of Bloodmobile’s (I needed 75 at one point) you can sell them back for $33,000 each. It’s not a huge return but it’s cash back none the less!

I’d only recommend doing this if you have a huge cash reserve. I had something like 60 or 70 million and spent about a quarter of that on Bloodmobile’s. Remember too that if you don’t get three doughnuts on your first box, you’ll need up to $100,000 to take another go to get them!

Happy Doughnut Farming!

More Level Guides Coming Tomorrow!

I haven’t been able to publish any new or redesigned pages in a while but tomorrow I’ll definitely be posting the Level 40 and 41 level guides. I’m working on the back log of levels which I hope to have completed and published by the first or second week of June.

After that, I’ll be moving on to the unreleased content page, the new player guide and the expansion pages (Krustyland/Squidport). That is of course, if something doesn’t happen game wise to slow me down! I’ll keep you updated on the progress!

Your Thoughts On Level 41?

Level 41 is without a doubt the shortest permanent level update ever released for Tapped Out lasting only 3 days or so. It brought with it a character that was never seen before its release, Bernice Hibbert as well as a few decorations. While I always welcome any kind of content update I can’t help but feel that this is one of, if not, the worst updates they’ve ever released if you compare it to the others. But, what do you think? All I know is, I hope they have something else planned, and soon!

Hibbert’s Got Shed Walkthrough

Again, this is pretty short and will only take you just over a day to complete it. It’s so short I didn’t even need to speed it up!

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Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 1

After tapping on Dr. Hibbert’s exclamation mark Bold move to show your face again after running off with my money, Chester. Sorry Doc, but you know how it is. I owed people money. Yes, I know exactly how it is… because you owe ME money. Don’t worry, I’ll pay you back. I know this guy who’s a real sucker. Oh yeah, who’s that? The player receives “Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 1″ which is to “Make Chester Borrow Money from Dr. Hibbert”. It takes 60 minutes.

 

Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 2

After tapping on Chester’s exclamation mark I’m not going to loan you money just so you can pay me back the last money I loaned you. If it’s any consolation, I wasn’t actually going to pay you back. Is that what they taught you in prep school? No, they taught us to trust fund management and housekeeper Spanish. In case you haven’t noticed, the last theree of my dialogue icons were “Annoyed”. I didn’t even know I had an annoyed icon until you showed up! That’s great! So about that loan… No!!! *chuckles* NO!!!!! The player receives “Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 2″ which is to “Make Chester Throw an Entitled Tizzy”. It takes 4 hours.

 

Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 3

After tapping on Dr. Hibbert’s exclamation mark That was quite the tantrum. A couple more seconds and I’d have to put you under sedation. Damn, missed out again. I’m almost as unlucky as the lady in the wheelchair I flipped. What the hell is the matter with you, boy? Well, for one I’m having trouble sleeping. I think it might be your couch. You should consider upgrading. I think you might have a cause of what we doctors call allfluena. How come I get the couch anyway when you get a bed? I’m the guest! You’re about not to be! The player receives “Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 3″ which is to “Make Chester Apologize to Dr. Hibbert”. It takes 6 hours.

 

Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 4

After tapping on Dr. Hibbert’s exclamation mark I’ve had enough idle pestering Chester. If you want money, you’re going to have to earn it. You can be responsible for opening the blood collection clincic today. But I’m afraid of blood. I thought the only bodily fluid that scared you was sweat. Fortunately, the patient’s heart will do all of the work. All you have to do is make sure the patient doesen’t die and give them a cookie. Got it. For very patient I keep alive, I get a cookie! The player receives “Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 4″ which is to “Place the Bloodmobile”, “Make Chester Open the Bloodmobile for Business”, and “Make Springfielders Donate Blood (x10)“. It takes 8 hours.

 

Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 5

After tapping on Dr. Hibbert’s exclamation mark So you didn’t sell the Bloodmobile for parts? I’m impressed, Chester. Please, I’m not a monster! Also I couldn’t find a fence. Why don’t you hand over the keys and go pick up some more gauze? Sure, I just need some cash. Hmm, that’s Catch 22. If I leave you here, you might endanger a patient, but if I give you cash I might never see you again. Personally, I wouldn’t trust me with a petient. Or with cash. Or with any sort of moral conundrum. Enough with the yapping! I demand my cookie and and juice in exchange for a pint of blood! The player receives “Hibbert’s Got Shed Pt. 5″ which is to “Make Homer Donate Blood”, ” Make Dr. Hibbert Run the Bloodmobile”, and “Make Chester Avoid Responbility”. It takes 8 hours.

Vulgari Aspirations Walkthrough

Here’s the regular level 41 walkthrough, ”Vulgari Aspirations”. The dialogue version will be available early next week.

In total it will only take you 3 DAYS & 13 HOURS to complete. That’s incredibly short for a level update!

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Part 1 – Moe
Build the Vulgari Jewelry Store (24 Hours)

Part 2 – Bernice
Make Bernice Pick on Marge (4 Hours, Requires Marge)

Part 3 – Bernice
Make Bernice Shop the Day Away (24 Hours)

Part 4 – Bernice
Make Bernice Argue with her Husband (8 Hours, Requires Dr. Hibbert)

Part 5 – Bernice
Make Bernice Drink at Moe’s (8 Hours)
Make Drunks Drink at Moe’s x5 (8 Hours)
Drunks: Homer, Skinner, Barney, Lenny and Carl

Part 6 – Homer
Make Bernice Fall off the Wagon (12 Hours)

Part 7 – Bernice
Make Dr. Hibbert Organize an Intervention for Bernice (3 Hours)
Make Springfielders Attend an Intervention for Bernice x10 (3 Hours)

Part 8 – Bernice
Make Bernice Attend an AA Meeting (60 Minutes)
Make Drunks Attend an AA Meeting x5 (60 Minutes)
Drunks: Homer, Skinner, Barney, Lenny and Carl

Part 9 – Bernice
Make Bernice Make-Up with her Husband (60 Minutes, Requires Dr. Hibbert)

Should I Buy… Chester & The Unfinished Shed?

Although you knew he existed before level 41, is Chester Dupree and his half built shed really worth the price tag? Lets find out!

Pro’s:

• It’s an exclusive character made specially for Tapped Out
• The a building included (sort of)
• Comes with the ‘Hibbert Ain’t Got Shed’ questline
• Some of his tasks are funny

 

Con’s:

• You’ve NEVER heard of him before level 41
• He comes at an over inflated 150 doughnuts
• His questline is pretty short
• He’s not voiced
• The ‘Building’ is really just a decoration because it doesn’t generate any cash or XP

 

Overall, unless you’re a completest like me (how else could I give you all the walkthroughs!) I’d pass on this for now and buy some of the less expensive, better known premium stuff.

Side Note: Both walkthroughs will be posted in the next few hours

Should I Buy… The Duff Party Liner?

It’s by far one of the coolest looking items in the game, but should you buy it?

Pro’s:

• 2.75% Bonus
• Another Item to Add to Squidport
• Duff Branded
• Cool Animations When Tapped, Fireworks Shoot Out of the Front and Back

 

Cons:

• Expensive for a Decoration – 100 Doughnuts
• For a Few More Doughnuts You Could Get Otto and The School Bus
• It’s Quite Large Compared to Other Boats
• Doesn’t come with a Character
• There Are No Tasks Associated With It

Overall, I love it and had to have it but I’d suggest that if there are other premium items you want first, wait, buy those, this boat isn’t going anywhere!

Here Are The Level 41 Buildings

Vulgari Jewelry Store – $800,000

(Base Price: $600,000)

Unfinished Shed – 150 Doughnuts

Both of the buildings come with a character as mentioned in a previous post.