I got addicted guys!! ..... I don't why?
@phillip_shiny (2330)
India
November 4, 2009 10:46am CST
Hello Guys,
I was new to facebook a three months ago and now I got some time to get into it a lil deeper. I was amazed.
The zynga games are really attractive and make people addictive. I am a regular player in yoville, cafeworld and happy aquarium.
But this yoville is making me crazy and it is a virtual world where people meet real people in a virtual world (may be a city)with cafe, diner, night club... many houses and so many... I hope many of us know about these but its really a new experience to me...
What you think of these games, people?... It eats most of our precious time I must confess. But is there any cons in these games?
What you think of these... Please share your experience. How do you use facebook for you ...
a) As a hobby?
b) For business?
c) Or making friends?
Waiting for your awesome responses...
Cheers, Have a good day always.....
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28 responses
@tomlase09 (14)
• Indonesia
5 Nov 09
I'm new to the Poker games, even I have been on Facebook for long. My friends here at my town earn more money by actively playing the Zynga Games. They trade the chips by selling those to the other players. It becomes a new business amongst the passioners of this game.
@tomlase09 (14)
• Indonesia
5 Nov 09
Hehehe... I learn this game because of my friend were hacked on his facebook account. I'm just curious how did the hacker took my friend's account, especially why Poker being the cause of the password thief.
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@kurdafya_01 (44)
• Philippines
5 Nov 09
you're better off not knowing how to play poker i guess. once you get the hang of it, you'll get hooked.
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@ckyera (17331)
• Philippines
4 Nov 09
hehe...hi phillip!well, welcome to the club! haha coz like you, i am also addicted to these zynga games on facebook! and my favorite is also yo ville as well as cafe world & now farm ville!
i enjoy yo ville the most due to the fact that we can actually talk to other players and i like joining in parties & games there...hehe although i don't win...
and there's also a lot of thing sto do inside yo ville, like the yo motox as well as the fishing...its like living in real coz we also need to work & eat there and visit our friends...
its really fun & i love it when i'm renovating the house...
for me, facebook is a hobby and a ways to communicate and get in touch with my old & new friends!
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
4 Nov 09
Ahhh..atlast a yoville fan.... Nice to hear that... If we start putting our apartment pictures, people who never know about this game will get intended to join....
Your home is really good.. Hope you will be playing for a long time I hope...
Thanks for your response... Cheers... Have a nice day always...
@ckyera (17331)
• Philippines
4 Nov 09
haha...i've been playing yo ville for how many months already, its just that i become in active for quite sometime due to mylot addiction! hehe but now i'm back in yo ville! actually i already have another house there...a ranch type only coz i don't have enough coins & yo ville cash to buy a bigger house...but im happy with my houses...hehe
some don't appreciate yo ville coz they find it too girly...but my husband? haha he's just like me...and even competing on me in renovating our apartments...haha
its just really fun playing yo ville! have you try the cafe world & the farm ville as well?
@aerous (13434)
• Philippines
5 Nov 09
I'm a member in facebook and not addicted for games but I am a smooth user in that social networking sites. I use only facebook as a marketing tools and making friends as well but not always I'm online in facebook for no reason...have a nice day!
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@ChrysanTflower (1607)
• Indonesia
4 Nov 09
Hi phillip_shiny Well, I remember your profile pics with the true you and compare it with the pics now, I can't stop myself smile when I see that yellow rounded ball play with water
THAT IS! The reason why I avoid to play any games in facebook! All, ALL of my friend who try, who play facebook games, are addicted to it! They talk about it and spend their nap time or break time play that game, even my bf! So when I open their profile page, it adds up with their level or accomplishment in games. My bf play ghost hunter and cafe world. My best friend and brother play pet societies, soo many new games adds everyday. I don't understand and don't want to understand. Knowing the name of the game and what is it all about is enough for me
But I guess if that is can make you happy and learn something new, spend your leisure time, then surely it's fun!
Btw, I've seen your blog! It is cool! How can you make that good blog over short period of time?
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
4 Nov 09
Hello Dear friend,
After a long time.. Hope u r fine.... Never ever go into games in facebook. I really regret that I will be better if I haven't known about it. Its pretty hard for me to quit.
There are also some unwanted things happening in these games in the name of dating esp., in this game. Some are safe and most of them are coming only for that thing.
Thank you so much for your appreciation for my blog. Infact I have 4 blogs and a website. But due to FB games I have no time to write good articles and updates for my blog. My time gets wasted. I need to come back again.
Cheers... have a nice day always....
@ChrysanTflower (1607)
• Indonesia
4 Nov 09
Hi
LOLz.. don't say that, I hear in facebook games, it is just like in real life, we need to eat, work, visiting friends ,etc, is that right?
What?! Dating? What do you mean with this? Please explain to me, Phillip.. So instead of play, some of the players use the game to date? How can?
Waw! 4 websites That is good! Sure it takes time to make updates in each of them.
May I ask you one question? If we wanna make a blog, is it better to focus on 1 topic (ex: earning money online) or several topic in one blog (ex: photography, piano, earning money online, etc)? Thanks
@ChrysanTflower (1607)
• Indonesia
5 Nov 09
I see.. well, that is quiet bad if children play facebook game and invited to join that "x" talk.. Hmm, I guess it is time to watch my brother when he play fb games
so it depends on our purpose. Thanks for your info, Phillip Maybe I will start make my first blog,,hehe..
Oh, and fyi, I don't get any pm from you..
@Fern101 (2)
• United States
5 Nov 09
Facebook games are really addictive. I know a lot of people who waste their time in playing these games. But these applications are for enjoyment and leisure, so it is definitely fine implementing it once in a while. By the way, I also play cafeworld. In my opinion and in my lifestyle, I used Facebook to connect with my friends and to share my knowledge and info about me or about stuffs. So I think that is unde C. or A.? But whatever your reason in using this social network, it is good to know your limitations and know the value of time management.
Cheers phillip_shiny~
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@apricotrains (456)
• Melbourne, Australia
5 Nov 09
Oh it's so easy to become addicted to facebook. You know I just took four weeks off work...paid leave... and spent the entier time on facebook. It's sad really. The games.... cafe world has my attention even as I type this. Also Restraunt City.... not funny how addicted I am to that one.
I even take care of my 16yo sons cafe world & send gifts to myself from him lol.
For a buisness it's great. I have mine on there, but for fun????? Stay away... it is addictive & that's not good.
@apricotrains (456)
• Melbourne, Australia
6 Nov 09
As long as you font go near Farkle.
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@kurdafya_01 (44)
• Philippines
5 Nov 09
wow dude, 4 weeks of vacation and you spent it sitting in front of the computer.lol. i know the feeling.i can't stay away from poker,farmville,farmtown,even barn buddy.some friends suggested other games such as rock riot, cafe world.as of now i managed to stay away from other games. indeed, facebook games are very addicting.
@smileonstar (4007)
• United States
5 Nov 09
Hello,
I dont have facebook yet but my husband has. I used to have Hi5 and it was amazing, it got me in there for hours and hours...
well, I know facebook will be more fun there but I can't find time to do in there any more. have fun and hope you enjoy it
@simonelee (2715)
• China
5 Nov 09
Hell, smileonstar. Is Hi5 has a new feature? Did they upgrade their site? Hi5 is also good but they have to upgrade their website to attract more users. I use to have an Hi5 account.
@SomeCowgirl (32191)
• United States
4 Nov 09
I am recently a new subscriber to facebook. I haven't gotten much into the games. I am also on myspace, and have used yoville there but didn't like it, I might like it more on facebook, but we'll just have to see. I guess I am off to check those out, oh and by the way, it's personal / I joined for a ea promotional coupon!
@SomeCowgirl (32191)
• United States
5 Nov 09
I had fun on yoville yesterday, I enjoy the "maxer" rooms. Hmm... I'll have to check more of these out, is there a community like yoville for rural areas?
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
4 Nov 09
Hi Somecowgirl,
Great... Facebook applications are really great,.... Many gets into it easily... Thanks for responding,... Have a nice day...
Cheers...
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@msedge (4011)
• United States
5 Nov 09
I also have a facebook account and yes i got addicted to it.I am not really into playing games but i just enjoy joining causes and sending greetings to my friends.I also love the sorority life.Its really fun!
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Hi msedge,
Playing games is not only an addiction but also getting into friends more easier in facebook is also gaining the popularity other than many social networking sites,
Happy to have you here,,,
Cheers.... have a nice day always...
@clorissa123 (4926)
• United States
5 Nov 09
Although I have facebook account, I don't use it a lot though. I only log in there to see my friend's comments, and not really spend whole lot of time there though. Instead, I want to use facebook to bring me more business. I still trying to find out how.
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Hi Clorissa,
Yes.. there are a plenty of business goes on in facebook,.. I need to learn how and to bring traffic to my blogs and website... I want to use FB a productive way...
Cheers... have a nice day...
@chookie1971 (2271)
• Australia
5 Nov 09
Hi, Being on face book is really start to irritate me. People can't be nice and start name calling. And I have a girl friend who has been adding people that have been active on my wall. She is friends with 25% of my frineds.
Here is an example. I catch up with an old friend I have not seen for 10 years. He visits for 5 minutes and she is with me at the time. She only sees him for 5 minutes and goes home to request friends with him.
I speak to an elderly guy on my old friend's wall. I thought I could learn things from him because he challenged my ideas. Spoke with him privately and became friends. I tell her about him, saying it is great I have found someone who would stimulate my mind with constructive conversations. She see some comments from this elderly guy and she speaks up. Next thing I know, she has added him. I love her dearly as she is a very good friend but I am starting feel smothered by her now. It is like as if she has to be friends with every one that I am friends with regardless if she knows them or not. sorry, I am just frustrated on that side of things.
Some games I like. Farming games. vdream racing, zoo, and pet society. I haven't really got into yoville.
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Hi chookie1971,
Your friendship never goes off with these kinda friends from the friendship you've maintained already. Let her add the friends from your friends but she can't give a good relationship like as you give to others.. I hope this if I have understood you clearly. Wish you things would get clear soon...
Have a nice day always.... Cheers...
@simonelee (2715)
• China
5 Nov 09
Hello, Phillip. I used to be a facebook addict. I was addicted in playing pet society, mafia wars, restaurant city and farm town. Just like you, i spend hours playing and often skip my meals because i don't want my momentum in playing interrupted. After a months of playing i get tired and decided to focus on other stuff like mylot and other sites that pay.
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Hi Simone,
Nice to hear from you. In fact I haven't even played for more than a week but now I can stay still without opening a window of facebook in my browser... I want to quit and don't want to be an addict. myLot is a great site. Infact we can learn new things here everyday. Anyways,, happy to see you here again..
Cheers... have a great day always...
@msfrancisco9369 (10002)
• Boston, Massachusetts
4 Nov 09
I have a facebook account but i seldom open it. i have so many invitations for games but i just ignored it. one of my friends told me that if i will try one of its game particularly that mafia wars i will enjoy it and will later find myself addicted to it. well, i am curious and i want to give it a try this coming weekend but will be cautious not to be hooked on it.
Facebook for me is an opportunity to connect with friends and loved ones long been missed!
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
4 Nov 09
Hi msfrancisco9369,
You no need to get addicted I assure. But the game will addict you. Thats what happened to me... Just try it and leave.
Nice to hear from you...
Cheers... have a nice day...
@msfrancisco9369 (10002)
• Boston, Massachusetts
6 Nov 09
why not... as what i've said i will give it a try this weekend . so i will if this is true!
@kykidd (6812)
• United States
4 Nov 09
I am a bit addicted to Facebook myself. But it is not the games that have me interested. What has caught my interest is catching up with old friends from the past. I seem to spend a large amount of time on there, whenever I login, to check everyone's most recent updates. I am really enjoying catching up with old friends.
My sister, and brother however, do play the games on Facebook. The one thinks the other is addicted, but I wonder if they both aren't addicted. LOL At least they are having fun. That's all that matters!
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Nice to hear from you that your siblings are not addicted. Most of the people gets addicted the very next day, I am not in a exception list on that...
Getting old friends is really a nice experience and I too got my old friends on FB. Anyways.. happy seeing you here too,,,
Have a nice day...Cheers
@Iriene88 (5343)
• Malaysia
6 Jan 10
Dear Phillip,
Blessed New Year 2010 to you and family.
I have facebook account, but I only log in like once a month
just to check what is going on with all my friends there. I heard about
Facebook games. They are really addictive and I heard that we can make money too. However, I am not sure whether it is easy to win the game or not...
One thing we must always bear in mind not to lose focus on our life.
All the best to you and God Bless you :)
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Hi,
I have never tried that game and also never want to try. 'cause I 'm afraid that it may lead to another game addiction without my control..
Spending money there is really a boost for the addiction. Some spend more money there to get into more levels. I never ever wanted to do that...
Cheers... have a nice day always...
@Apple3Cranberry (678)
• United States
5 Nov 09
Hello. I can't seem to get into Facebook, understand how it flows, nor make it work for me. I've joined several groups and have posted at almost all of them. Also I have one friend... I guess you have to have a lot of friends to make it work or something. I'm thinking this because of that communal posting that shows your friends' posts and your posts put together. I haven't seen the section that has games. I didn't know they were such a great feature.
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
Making friends in facebook is never a deal. Its as simple as possible. The application automatically suggests friends from the friends you knoe and from the friends you have made and it goes on... I have some around 80 friends in these 3 months of time in which more that 40 of my friends I never know.. They were mutual friends from the friends I know... just search on zynga games and you can get all in facebook... Don't get addicted...
Cheers... Have a nice day....
@kurdafya_01 (44)
• Philippines
4 Nov 09
my cousins and i are addicted to zynga poker. and now i can't stop playing poker! i would spend around 4-6 hrs just sitting in front of the computer,sweating it out, and hoping i'll win the round. i've read online that facebook addiction discorder is the new trend. lol. anyway, i'm trying to curb my so called addiction. i get restless when i can't log on to facebook. on the other hand,facebook certainly helped in keeping in touch with family and friends, especially relatives and friends who are overseas. i introduced my sister to facebook last month and she's thankful. she reconnected with her high school and college friends and they held a reunion just last week.
all i can say is, facebook is one of the best things that ever happened online!
@phillip_shiny (2330)
• India
5 Nov 09
What you've said is 100 percent true. It is once of the best thing happened online. As you said facebook addiction is common in all the parts of the planet esp ., in US and in India too... Better be awake before we get into some trouble from this addiction..
Have a nice day... Cheers...
@newbiestudio (43)
• Indonesia
16 Jan 10
Hey! Sam With Me!! I Rally Love FaceBook Games, especially FarmVille, FishVille and Poker :)