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'''''Webkinz Next''''' is a 3D virtual pet app created by [[Ganz]] that was released on October 23rd, 2020, and is available to download on Windows, [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/webkinz/id1455137730 Apple] (iOS 12.0 or up), and [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.webkinz.webkinznext Android] (8.0 and up). |
'''''Webkinz Next''''' is a 3D virtual pet app created by [[Ganz]] that was released on October 23rd, 2020, and is available to download on Windows, [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/webkinz/id1455137730 Apple] (iOS 12.0 or up), and [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.webkinz.webkinznext Android] (8.0 and up). |
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With its release, the original ''Webkinz'' was rebranded as ''"[[Webkinz Classic|Webkinz Classic]]"'' and is currently still available to play on mobile and PC.<ref>https://webkinznewz.ganzworld.com/announcements/join-the-family/</ref> |
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==Gameplay== |
==Gameplay== |
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[[File:New webkinz preview.png|thumb|3D Webkinz World Preview]] |
[[File:New webkinz preview.png|thumb|3D Webkinz World Preview]] |
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''Webkinz Next'' is similar to ''Webkinz Classic'', both games including familiar characters and many of the same mechanics and gameplay, though a few new functions were added and/or modified. The main difference between the two is the 3D redesign of [[Webkinz World]] as a whole as well as the ability to freely wander through the Kinzville map. |
''Webkinz Next'' is similar to ''Webkinz Classic'', with both games including familiar characters and many of the same mechanics and gameplay, though a few new functions were added and/or modified. The main difference between the two is the modern 3D redesign of [[Webkinz World]] as a whole as well as the ability to freely wander through the Kinzville map. |
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[[Webkinz Classic|''Webkinz Classic'']] and ''Webkinz Next'' can be accessed using the same login, providing a Webkinz Classic account was created beforehand. |
[[Webkinz Classic|''Webkinz Classic'']] and ''Webkinz Next'' can be accessed using the same login, providing a Webkinz Classic account was created beforehand. However, the pets, items, and other gameplay are not shared, and each account is separate aside from name.<ref>https://webkinznewz.ganzworld.com/join-the-family/</ref> |
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===Pets=== |
===Pets=== |
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===Babies=== |
===Babies=== |
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[[File:Baby petWKN.jpg|left|thumb|Baby Webkinz]] |
[[File:Baby petWKN.jpg|left|thumb|Baby Webkinz]] |
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Babies are also a new mechanic. Using two of your pets' "Sparks", they can create a baby Webkinz that resembles both their parents. Players are to then care for their new baby, which will go through "Growth Moments" each time its requests are met. Eventually, it will grow into a Kid Pet, and then finally a Full Grown Pet |
Babies are also a new mechanic built into the game. Using two of your pets' "Sparks", they can create a baby Webkinz that resembles both their parents. Players are to then care for their new baby, which will go through "Growth Moments" each time its requests are met. Eventually, it will grow into a Kid Pet, and then finally a Full Grown Pet that has the ability to gain Sparks. |
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===My House=== |
===My House=== |
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[[File:Always socialWKN.jpg|left|thumb|Socializing in the Park]] |
[[File:Always socialWKN.jpg|left|thumb|Socializing in the Park]] |
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Players may now invite other players to places other than their [[My House|House]], and visit their friends' houses whenever. |
Players may now invite other players to places other than their [[My House|House]], and visit their friends' houses whenever. |
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There are two types of chat: Button and type. Button chat is available for all users and consists of pre-determined phrases ("I like your outfit! |
There are two types of chat: Button and type. Button chat is available for all users and consists of pre-determined phrases (i.e. "I like your outfit! Will you be my friend?") while type chat must be activated by a parent account. There are still restrictions through type chat, misspells and numbers will not be sent, as well as certain phrases (like "Your name"). Attempts to send blocked words will just result in the pet proclaiming "I am so silly".<br /> |
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==References== |
==References== |
Revision as of 01:58, 23 December 2020
Webkinz Next is a 3D virtual pet app created by Ganz that was released on October 23rd, 2020, and is available to download on Windows, Apple (iOS 12.0 or up), and Android (8.0 and up).
With its release, the original Webkinz was rebranded as "Webkinz Classic" and is currently still available to play on mobile and PC.[1]
Gameplay
Webkinz Next is similar to Webkinz Classic, with both games including familiar characters and many of the same mechanics and gameplay, though a few new functions were added and/or modified. The main difference between the two is the modern 3D redesign of Webkinz World as a whole as well as the ability to freely wander through the Kinzville map.
Webkinz Classic and Webkinz Next can be accessed using the same login, providing a Webkinz Classic account was created beforehand. However, the pets, items, and other gameplay are not shared, and each account is separate aside from name.[2]
Pets
Pets have new 3D models, and are able to properly wear clothes rather than simply layering them atop the pet's sprite.
New types of clothes have been added, such as backpacks, bracelets, and necklaces. Unlike Webkinz Classic, players may now dress their pet wherever with no restrictions, and their pet will be fully clothed rather than half dressed.
Babies
Babies are also a new mechanic built into the game. Using two of your pets' "Sparks", they can create a baby Webkinz that resembles both their parents. Players are to then care for their new baby, which will go through "Growth Moments" each time its requests are met. Eventually, it will grow into a Kid Pet, and then finally a Full Grown Pet that has the ability to gain Sparks.
My House
My House is now a fully 3D area with connecting on-screen rooms. Windows function to show what is outside rather than display its own individually designed view. Doors can be customized and edited as well. Items may now be placed onto more surfaces, such as dressers and fireplace mantles, and can be rotated more freely with "Advanced Editing", which removes the grid. Each house begins with one room and a yard area.
Chat
Players may now invite other players to places other than their House, and visit their friends' houses whenever.
There are two types of chat: Button and type. Button chat is available for all users and consists of pre-determined phrases (i.e. "I like your outfit! Will you be my friend?") while type chat must be activated by a parent account. There are still restrictions through type chat, misspells and numbers will not be sent, as well as certain phrases (like "Your name"). Attempts to send blocked words will just result in the pet proclaiming "I am so silly".