Despite our warnings about the scams that have been terrorizing our little town of Yoville, it seems that a lot still remain to fall victim to other players’ devious ways. We have been compiling a list of the newest and most common scams. Please read them and do not forget to share them with your friends. Being aware of these scams is the first step to protecting yourselves. Keep reading to become your very own scam radar!
Known Scams List
Yoville Mysteries
A few weeks ago, prices of costumes were so high that it seemed like no normal Yovillian would ever be able to afford them. However, for what reasons there are, prices have seemingly dropped just as fast as they went up. You would see players everywhere selling their old costumes–yorothy, naturewoman, firewoman, and many more for lower prices, sometimes even half the price lower. Of course, this made rumors of a “re-release” spread 10 times faster than it normally would. But what is causing this drop? What really is behind this? The 3 R’s–refunds, rumors, and the removal of mystery chests. [Read more...]
YoEconomy: Making Smart YoInvestments
YoEconomy is something most of us depend on, hoping that we chose our items wisely, and that their price will rise in the near future. We have all been surprised a few times though, and lost money as well, like the VIP Jackets Incident. They were never really released in the store. They were only [Read more...]
Feeling Guilty About Something?
Have you ever felt like Yoville has become your real world? Or maybe you’re not yet in that Yoville Addiction level. Maybe you’re still in that stage wherein you know that there are some real life errands or chores you’re neglecting, but you just can’t stop,
Spoiler Alert: Wanna be Marilyn Monroe?
Well you now can! At least in the Yoville world because Zynga has given us a sneak peak of the upcoming Classic Hollywood costumes to come! And we’re thinking new there are new hairstyles coming to the Salon as well! So stay tuned and don’t forget to log in to the game!
The Economist
Now that players have realized that 2008 costumes will not be re-released, the prices of costumes are on their way up again. And for the past few days there have been many events “Wanting to buy 2008 costumes”. The prices of 2008 costumes has taken a great loss in value, but
The Navigator
Finally, the long awaited “Luxury” theme has arrived in Yoville, spearheaded by the enormous Yacht home which is indeed, the epitomy of luxury. This theme will bring to fame the sailor and female sailor costume, and these will be luxury icons. And if you ask me, who doesnt want to feel rich? The sailor costumes will rise in fame and value, just like the Old Knight during the enchanted theme.If you are a fan of the sailor and luxury theme
Beware: The Cleaning Service Scam
Beware Yovillians! We have again uncovered another scam to add to the despicably long list! This is how it goes: Seller sells his/her costume/rare/collectible worth 600-700K in the game. Scammer goes to seller’s event and asks if he/she is willing to accept trades. If seller says that he/she does, scammer would then say that she would like to trade 08 maid costume for the seller’s item/costume. Scammer would then ask the seller how much her maid costume goes for, and would continue to say that she has not been online in along time, and has no clue how much it is worth. Seeing that it is a very good trade, seller would now be so tempted and excited about the seemingly very good deal.
