Homerpalooza: An Appreciation

ephphoneapps

As this event winds down to its last day +, I thought I'd take the opportunity to mention just how great this event was. In my personal opinion, this has been the best event since Tap Ball, and is a Top 5 event ever for me.

Everything about this event was done right: concept, content, and execution. There is literally nothing I can complain about regarding Homerpalooza. I'm not sure how often EA still checks these forums, but on the off-chance they still do... kudos, EA. You hit a home run with this one.

surefirein93

As a long time player, I would have to agree with your assessment. This event kept my attention, where some of the events recently have not. It was a challenge to figure out which performers should perform where, even though I had more than enough to go around. I think a similar event with gamblers might be a good test - something along the lines of which gambler can generate the most money from the casinos.

Castiel_Touk

I'd place this event in my top 5 for sure as I've loved every second of it but the only thing I was disappointed with was the story, it was a little boring after act one.

daved7637397

It was definitely one of my favorites. But I have to lodge my usual complaint that these events are entirely too long. 4 weeks woyld be fine, maybe 10 days or so per act, whatever. But 42 days is way too long.

But that aside, I did really enjoy the event. It wasn't terribly difficult to finish either. I noticed that among the people on my friends list, not only did almost everyone finish all 3 acts (24 out of 30 of my neighbors did all 3 acts , 3 finished 2 acts, 2 finished 1 act, and one didnt participate at all) but it was nice to see neighbors who usually dont even come close to finishing get the last prize, a few wrapped up early!


Just my $0.02 worth

4junk3000

A very good event for sure. Thanks, EA!

ephphoneapps

The length is was perfect for me... It's given me plenty of time to work on overhauling my town while still keeping up with performers to earn donuts (of which I need plenty after spending so many during this event).

devilhunt1449

Overall I enjoyed the event although I do believe that I am suffering from event burnout for the last week as I must admit to only doing the absolute minimum needed each day, 4 weeks was bad enough now 6 weeks, what next 8 week events.

1Billliamaire

I don't know... Takeaway the amazing premiums characters with their buildings from this event, and take a hard look at what this 6 week long event will be offering after the event is over. Wasn't one of my favourites.

surfcitygal2

daved7637397 wrote: »

It was definitely one of my favorites. But I have to lodge my usual complaint that these events are entirely too long. 4 weeks woyld be fine, maybe 10 days or so per act, whatever. But 42 days is way too long.

But that aside, I did really enjoy the event. It wasn't terribly difficult to finish either. I noticed that among the people on my friends list, not only did almost everyone finish all 3 acts (24 out of 30 of my neighbors did all 3 acts , 3 finished 2 acts, 2 finished 1 act, and one didnt participate at all) but it was nice to see neighbors who usually dont even come close to finishing get the last prize, a few wrapped up early!


Just my $0.02 worth

This is a summer event (for the northern hemisphere), and like many I took a vacation (to see the total eclipse!) so I appreciated the time to catch up when I returned.

However, I noticed a significant number of my neighbors giving up on Act 3 (because school/college started?). Especially for this time of year it would be better to scrap the Act format and just let players progress at the pace they need so that more can complete the event.

TheJuiceLoosener

Offers and events go hand in hand. They're mostly thematic content deals that often tie in to the mechanics of the event itself. They're part of the event. Separating store content from the rest of the event content for evaluation purposes is cherrypicking and not an accurate evaluation.

meinaz

I liked the event. By the middle of act 2 and through act 3, I didn't push as hard but I knew I would finish. I liked most of the craftables and prizes. I am really happy to now have Bleeding Gums Murphy. I don't mind the length because I can quit the event when I am done with getting the prizes. I still have no idea how I am going to fit all the new things into my town, but I will worry about that later.

bluntcard

I liked it, too. Loved the craftables. Great useful decorations for future decorating. I like the stages and beverage stalls, the little KEM stand is so cool. The fences are very useful and fit well. Good stuff. Oh, and the sky lights are really great too!

TheJuiceLoosener

bluntcard wrote: »

I liked it, too. Loved the craftables. Great useful decorations for future decorating. I like the stages and beverage stalls, the little KEM stand is so cool. The fences are very useful and fit well. Good stuff. Oh, and the sky lights are really great too!

I liked most of the craftables. The stage turret was a poor choice and no one really needs multiples of that pig. I'm also not pleased with the recent trend of craftable prize track prizes (it's a shortcut that allows the developers to create less content) but that complaint isn't specific to this event.

1pillform

You liked Tapball? lol....

As for this event. I liked what they gave us but the event it self I didn't really care for. Since they actually put "rap" into it which isn't even music. Thus why I ignored the final act. So, decorations were great which is always what I hope for in each event. So I am very happy and appreciative about those items. The event started off BAD for me because the game crashed and it took me a week in order to play it accurately. Not even kidding. Because the rock stage even right now still crashes my game. So once its finally over I got to remove it in order to keep playing my game. I can only hope this doesn't happen in future updates, especially Halloween. I only HOPE that it doesn't make my game crash like this event did....it left a sour taste in my mouth. My appreciate for this event was the items we got. The fences were perfect especially for future use, 3d etc....and the crowds are perfect especially for the future! We can use both fences and crowds in many events and designs to come. It also will help me design a more "perfected" Duff Gardens that I plan on redesigning soon.

ephphoneapps

1pillform wrote: »

You liked Tapball? lol....

I'd tell you why, but I'd be breaking rules 1 and 2.

someonewashere

1pillform wrote: »

You liked Tapball? lol....

As for this event. I liked what they gave us but the event it self I didn't really care for. Since they actually put "rap" into it which isn't even music. Thus why I ignored the final act. So, decorations were great which is always what I hope for in each event. So I am very happy and appreciative about those items. The event started off BAD for me because the game crashed and it took me a week in order to play it accurately. Not even kidding. Because the rock stage even right now still crashes my game. So once its finally over I got to remove it in order to keep playing my game. I can only hope this doesn't happen in future updates, especially Halloween. I only HOPE that it doesn't make my game crash like this event did....it left a sour taste in my mouth. My appreciate for this event was the items we got. The fences were perfect especially for future use, 3d etc....and the crowds are perfect especially for the future! We can use both fences and crowds in many events and designs to come. It also will help me design a more "perfected" Duff Gardens that I plan on redesigning soon.

This guy gets it.

1pillform wrote: »

You liked Tapball? lol....

As for this event. I liked what they gave us but the event it self I didn't really care for. Since they actually put "rap" into it which isn't even music. Thus why I ignored the final act.

Cold blooded


I mean I mostly agree with that sentiment, but day-um.
That's some hate right there. Heavy dislike, perhaps but I could feel the ice coldedness from that comment.

2nd part.
I was waiting for an I hate event thread, but this'll do.
Some positive points exist, most of Act I and Act II.
The content B- ? Freemium, Premium I'd say at least an A, maybe A+.
Game play? Interesting, annoyed at certain moments where venues change with no warning. The lawyers blend into the tapestry known as Springfield, their movement slow thus making you take a long look.
I am aware that people complained that those were too fast in previous events, and we'll... That'll rarely ever change.

The people camping in the various venues? I like the Idea, they'll spawn in one area regardless of where YOU are. They'd previously congregate around you after a while, but for those in a rush, this limits their location. By Act III? Too many places, I'd find myself going over the same spots four to five to to find em all.

Decorations? Loved most all of em. The speakers and such are an item I'll stow away, not real town builders IMO. However I would like to point out that some of the best craftables are from the Rock Act.

The length... A couple of my neighbors have had hard times with the acts.
I've noticed, few have updated, I did notice that act I was the one most played.

In conclusion Stop 40 day events.
Honestly, change the Act system, like add an act, make it 10 days each act (doable) or add a different game play mechanic for the third act.
Loved the first acts, wasn't at my best for the last act, got bored am only tapping once or twice now... From like 4-5 times daily tapping from previous acts. I got all the prizes....but the Rock prizes are the best prizes.

Igcognita

I think it was one of the best events this year. I enjoyed playing and the added content has many design options.

Knowledge of the fact the all 3 categories of music, from this event, have the same origins, it seems futile to attempt to debate and distinguish, what can and can not be considered music. It was all birthed from the same emotions.

sjsebayacc131

It looks like I'm the minority, but I didn't care much for this event. I like the seven playable characters I got, and some of the craftables are cool, but I just wasn't feeling it.

KeithEl777

I agree with @ephphoneapps, I have thoroughly enjoyed this event! I love music and so having a festival field in my SF is fantastic. This event ranks in my all-time top 3.

madeleines78

This have been the most uninteresting event ever. It was just dull

lucienleon519

I enjoyed it for the most part, but there were some 'meh' moments:

- the penultimate prize in the last act... a bunch of tickets... to buy craftables most people would've had plenty of by that point. Woop dee do.

- Weird Al's prize track... more tickets... kinda lame.

- stage turret... meh

- it was at least 10 days too long. It still has a day to go and I feel like I've been bored by it for at least a week.

- I'll continue to appreciate this event much more if we get some 12hr+ stage jobs.