What do I do with Sideshow Bob?
Sideshow Bob has been making more regular reappearances in a number of people’s games since the update – it used to be that you saw him once at around level 6, and then never again. But now, in an...
View ArticleWhat should I tap on when I visit a friend (the Whacking Day edition)?
The social element of the game is an aspect confuses many people. That’s because there’s a bit more to your 3 daily actions than simply tapping on friends’ buildings and collecting money and XP,...
View ArticleOutsiders’ Musings VIII
Time for OM 8.. It’s hard to believe its been eight weeks since the first edition of Outsiders’ Musings back in March. Thanks for your support and readership; it’s been amazing. Still, I suppose I had...
View ArticleWhy shouldn’t you sell the limited time items?
A couple of people have reported their frustration at selling the Snake Rocks, Snake Stumps and Hollow Logs in the belief that Whacking Day was over and done with. Given that they make great...
View ArticleCan I sell and re-buy the aspirational buildings?
Yes you can. And as with anything here, it’s a question worth answering just because people have been asking… Each of the big, expensive aspirational buildings can be sold for 25% of their original...
View ArticleWhat exactly are the odds of winning at Springfield Downs?
Do you ever feel like you’re on a losing streak at Springfield Downs? Do you sometimes think that the only good thing to come from the track was Santa’s Little Helper? Then you’re probably not alone –...
View ArticleDo I really have to build Zesty’s?
Unfortunately, the answer to this is “no”. I say unfortunately, because it looks like Zesty’s is another Springfield white elephant (for those unfamiliar with the term, take a look here), at least as...
View ArticleWhat’s the difference between the conformity bonus and the premium decoration...
The recent posts on the Conform-o-meter have resuolted in lots of questions about the bonuses that apply to the game and how they work. There are two kinds of bonus at plays in the game: the conformity...
View ArticleDo the Boardwalk decorations actually help my game at all?
I’m hoping I’m not stepping on Mr.T’s toes at all with this post but I currently have the time to do it and get it out for all of you. With the update a number of decorations came with it and the big...
View ArticleHow much does it cost to build the Boardwalk?
Just came into a situation where I was able to find out EXACTLY what pieces of the Boardwalk cost and how long they take to build all the way up to the last piece. many people are complaining that EA...
View ArticleRepost: My crops are dying!
This is a repost a previous post in light of a number of questions that have come through. This has already been posted before but with a lot of new players and even more content being posted things...
View ArticleThe Fourth of July update has arrived!
As Mr. t posted earlier the update we all saw installed has now been initialized. Apparently either there was a mistake releasing it early or they’re just saying it was. With the update comes quite a...
View ArticleWhat are the July 4th decorations and are they worth it? (Part 1)
Along with Honest Abe and American Apu came a few new decorations as well as I’m sure we’ve all seen by now. Personally I think they are a great addition to the game and my town and keep to the spirit...
View ArticleIs an in-game-cash for donuts scheme a good idea?
Last week, PeterNeoClassico sent in this idea for an enhancement to the game: “…I still think EA should introduce an ‘in-game-cash for donuts’ scheme. For instance 100 donuts for 5 million cash. This...
View ArticleWhat have you done with your Town Hall?
Ahh the Town Hall. Usually the centerpiece of many functioning local governments, this building is the one I see most decorated and centered as well in many of my friends towns. It unlocks at Level 20...
View ArticleCurrency converter
Hi guys. I’m writing this post in regards to the transfer in tickets to cash. First i want to note that you are unable to do this until you have finished the 41 part storyline. Alot of people have been...
View ArticleHow many hours and taps do buildings require to break even (part 1 – houses)?
Hey guys. Each building you construct earns you money, and varies in the duration and taps it requires to break even (make neither profit or loss). After you break even, you finally start to earn money...
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If I pay $50,000 for second chance at the bonus level, do I get more donuts?
The bonus levels that begin when your XP bar hits its maximum at the end of level 27 give you the chance to win 1,2 or 3 donuts – and if you don’t win 3 donuts the first time, you can pay for a second...
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How can I quickly earn money in Tapped Out?
While we’re all checking into our game far too often in the hope of an early update, here’s something to take your mind off the fact that there’s no sign of it yet… Before going on, though, credit...
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How long does it take before it becomes easy to make money in the game?
This question came in from Sam, and it’s one that newer players often ask: I’m playing Tapped Out on Android so I don’t have access to visiting friends and collecting money and XP from their towns, and...
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