BreorI'm joined by Ben and Sebastian from Goodgame Studios, who have agreed to answer some of my questions about the game. Goodgame Studios previewed the questions in advance and also reviewed the video before publication.
0:25 Please introduce yourselves 1:25 What's something you've worked on that players would recognize? 2:19 What's the process an idea goes through at Goodgame Studios? 3:09 How many people work on Goodgame Empire? 3:51 How does player feedback make its way to those people? 4:58 Is Goodgame Empire the priority for Goodgame Studios? 5:56 Have bots been removed from the game? 6:32 What is Goodgame Studios doing to stop players from exploiting the paymentshop? 7:05 Is the popularity of the game declining? Where will Empire be in 2-3 years? 8:05 Will Goodgame Studios merge servers if the player-base shrinks? 8:37 How can new players catch up? 9:55 When will Empire stop supporting Adobe Flash? 11:02 Are the recent changes to food production and storage too drastic? 12:09 How are you maintaining the balance of PVP? 13:07 What's the best update of 2019? 13:39 Is the Outer Realms working properly? 14:32 Is Empire fair for free players? 15:50 What are you doing to fix the equipment system and all the junk equipment?
17:53 Will lucky pennies ever return outside of ruby offers? 18:12 When will the popups stop? 18:58 How is Goodgame Studios attracting new players to the game? 19:35 What's next to keep LL800 players entertained? 20:13 Do you play Empire yourselves? 21:08 What's your favorite Goodgame Empire YouTube channel? 21:48 When will the Blade Coast return? Will it be more difficult and give better rewards? 22:10 When are you going to update the Storm Islands? 22:24 Where is the Berimond Invasion? 22:49 Can you tease future updates? 24:01 Anything to add?
An Interview with Goodgame Studios!Breor2019-10-11 | I'm joined by Ben and Sebastian from Goodgame Studios, who have agreed to answer some of my questions about the game. Goodgame Studios previewed the questions in advance and also reviewed the video before publication.
0:25 Please introduce yourselves 1:25 What's something you've worked on that players would recognize? 2:19 What's the process an idea goes through at Goodgame Studios? 3:09 How many people work on Goodgame Empire? 3:51 How does player feedback make its way to those people? 4:58 Is Goodgame Empire the priority for Goodgame Studios? 5:56 Have bots been removed from the game? 6:32 What is Goodgame Studios doing to stop players from exploiting the paymentshop? 7:05 Is the popularity of the game declining? Where will Empire be in 2-3 years? 8:05 Will Goodgame Studios merge servers if the player-base shrinks? 8:37 How can new players catch up? 9:55 When will Empire stop supporting Adobe Flash? 11:02 Are the recent changes to food production and storage too drastic? 12:09 How are you maintaining the balance of PVP? 13:07 What's the best update of 2019? 13:39 Is the Outer Realms working properly? 14:32 Is Empire fair for free players? 15:50 What are you doing to fix the equipment system and all the junk equipment?
17:53 Will lucky pennies ever return outside of ruby offers? 18:12 When will the popups stop? 18:58 How is Goodgame Studios attracting new players to the game? 19:35 What's next to keep LL800 players entertained? 20:13 Do you play Empire yourselves? 21:08 What's your favorite Goodgame Empire YouTube channel? 21:48 When will the Blade Coast return? Will it be more difficult and give better rewards? 22:10 When are you going to update the Storm Islands? 22:24 Where is the Berimond Invasion? 22:49 Can you tease future updates? 24:01 Anything to add?I Increased My Food Production By 50,000!Breor2024-05-03 | In this video, I increase my food production, primarily by replacing build items throughout my castles.
(I alternate between pronounciating granary correctly and incorrectly ("GRAINery") in this video, which is reflective of the lack of polish I mentioned in the beginning. Oops! I'm pointing it out here to hopefully preempt comments to that effect.)Is Goodgame Studios Scamming Players? (A Response to Dutch Isle)Breor2024-05-01 | In which we discuss the price discrepancies regarding the recent Easter offers in Goodgame Empire.
Big shoutout to @dutchisle, whose video (youtube.com/watch?v=CZTdEflcbgg) I am reacting to.Empire in 2016: Build Items, Alliance Cities, the Battle for the Royal Capital, and More!Breor2024-04-19 | 2016 was a significant year for Empire. The addition of Build Items made castle construction more complex and interesting. New features like the Alliance Cities and the Battle for the Royal Capital proved that Goodgame Studios was once again willing to innovate. Behind the scenes at Goodgame Studios, however, not everything was going so swimmingly!
Relevant links: Article discussing labor allegations: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/goodgame-denies-allegations-of-unfair-dismissal Goodgame Studios' blog post responding to accusations: goodgamestudios.com/blog/statement-on-layoffs/2015/12/18
Join the Empire community on Goodgame Studios' official Discord server: discord.com/invite/goodgamestudiosEmpire in 2011–2012: Beta Release, New Kingdoms, the Battle for Berimond, and More!Breor2024-02-23 | Today we discuss the launch of Goodgame Empire's beta in August 2011 and the updates the game received in 2011 and 2012.
Join the Empire community on Goodgame Studios' official Discord server: discord.com/invite/goodgamestudiosThe Return of the KingBreor2024-02-20 | In which I announce some plans regarding the channel for the first half of 2024.
Timestamps: 0:00 Hello! 0:21 Where have I been? 1:16 Does my account in Goodgame Empire still exist? 1:48 Will there be future videos? 4:24 Anything else you should know? 6:17 ThanksStorm Islands: Loot More Aqua with Spreadsheets!Breor2021-12-25 | Highlighting some changes to the Storm Islands that Goodgame Studios released in December 2020 and last spring. Better late than never?
Q: What took so long for this video to come out after you announced it in January 2021? A: It shouldn't have, but there are several reasons it did. I had the video almost completed in January when Goodgame Studios pulled down the Storm Islands to make more changes. I accepted a (very busy) new job in February and later enrolled in law school in August. These are among the new responsibilities I've redirected most of my energy and effort to. Other reasons are that covering the Storm Islands required me to spend a lot more time playing the game (and to be more consistent doing so) than most subjects would've. The monthly reset was challenging to work around. I also felt it important that what is in all probability my last video be as close to perfect as I could make it, and was not happy with earlier versions.
Q: Will there be future videos? A: Although I'm not ruling anything out completely, probably not.
Q: Why not announce your plans regarding the channel earlier? A: Until somewhat recently, I thought there was still a chance I'd go back to making videos at a regular pace. The rigor of law school proves I will not be able to play Goodgame Empire for the foreseeable future.
Q: Why not make videos about other games? A: This channel was built around Goodgame Empire. My style doesn't translate well to games I am less familiar with and my subscribers aren't expecting a shift in content. Most importantly, though, switching to other games wouldn't make me any less busy with the real life responsibilities noted above.
Q: Why make this video at all? A: I said I would, for one thing. While it may not be a tremendously useful tutorial anymore, the video is (to my knowledge) still accurate and will hopefully be an entertaining watch. I also saw it as an opportunity to highlight what I've learned about making videos and to provide some finality to the project that has been this YouTube channel.
Q: How can I contact you? A: I will no longer be active (or even semi-active) in Goodgame Empire, so please do not expect a response in the game. I will shut down my discord server shortly after publishing this video, but will still be in Goodgame Studios' official Discord server, which you can join here: discord.com/invite/goodgamestudios. As has always been true, I'm not very reliable with responding to messages, so please do not count on a timely response.
Q: Do you know of active vouchers for Goodgame Empire? A: I update the description of my vouchers video whenever I learn of new voucher codes. Check here: youtube.com/watch?v=QDj2voe-bI4 If there haven't been any for a while, I delist the video.
Thank you for watching my videos. Whether you're still playing Empire or not, happy gaming and I'll see you around.Goodgame Empire Theme Music (2011–2014)Breor2021-12-25 | A reupload of my previous video, with some changes.
This track is part of "Bridge of Varanas (Entrance)" from a game called Runes of Magic. Goodgame Studios edited out the final 20-second grand finale so they could loop the rest. Listen to the full track here: youtube.com/watch?v=X_fbIigLJPoGoodgame Empire in 2020: Another Round of My SuggestionsBreor2020-05-10 | Another round of suggestions for the developer... and for your entertainment.
Join our community on Discord by following these instructions: youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMGoodgame Empire in 2020: My SuggestionsBreor2020-05-03 | In which I discuss three suggestions I have for Goodgame Studios. There is also some PVP footage in this video. I almost held the wall against a (poorly tooled) 9-wave attack.
I started playing Goodgame Empire again last week with the hope of making a few more videos. I suspect it will be a while before my account is in good enough shape to make tutorials.
This video uses Wheel of Imaginable Affluence footage from Friedrich IV: youtube.com/channel/UCCpF47zL3SAftE1VThwWlWQPopups in Goodgame EmpireBreor2020-03-01 | Goodgame Studios has reduced the number of popups in the game, leading to a better experience for players. I share something I had recorded in January asking them to do just that.The Future of This ChannelBreor2020-01-01 | A channel update video in which I talk about my plans for future content and whether that includes Goodgame Empire.
Follow Breor47 on Twitter: twitter.com/breor47Goodgame Studios ABANDONED GameBreor2019-10-26 | Have you heard about Legends of Honor? Goodgame Studios stopped updating this game in 2016. Will something similar happen to Goodgame Empire one day?
You can check out Legends of Honor for yourself here, but I wouldn't recommend putting too much time into it. http://legendsofhonor.com/game6 Tips for Goodgame EmpireBreor2019-09-08 | In which I share assorted pointers I've learned in the last year or so.
✅ Join our discord server to talk about my channel and the game! youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciM ✅ Twitter: twitter.com/Breor47 ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=breor47Ive Been Away For A While! (+Server War)Breor2019-08-08 | I share why I took a break from Goodgame Empire and what my future plans are. What videos can you expect to see later this month? We'll also discuss recent updates to the game and the conclusion of the server war.
Check out my Discord server: youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMLets Fix PVP!Breor2019-06-11 | Feel free to minimize this tab and simply listen along... the recorded gameplay doesn't have much to do with my narration in this one.
In which I discuss some problems with PVP and how to fix them.
✅ Twitter: twitter.com/Breor47 ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=breor47New Relic Equipment From the Test Server! (Livestream)Breor2019-04-27 | Today we'll take a look at some new equipment that can only be found on the public test server. So far, this is unannounced on the forums.
Check out my Discord server: discord.gg/h6YNjQGoodgame Empire - Can the Server War be Won?Breor2019-04-26 | A followup to last week's video. The MISC and its allies have made great progress against the Kingdom of Neph, but will they be able to finish the fight?Goodgame Empire - Artifacts of the Phoenix KnightBreor2019-04-17 | Although the new commander being offered by the seasonal event isn't a replacement for the Desert Sorceress, it's still pretty good. Get it before it's gone!
Subscribe on YouTube for upload notifications and follow me on Twitter for more tips and tricks about the game: twitter.com/Breor47On the Attack! (Server War)Breor2019-04-15 | In today's video I'll respond to some of your questions regarding the server war, and show off some footage of my attacks.
Join our discord server to talk about my channel and the game! Details here: youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMThe Royal Capital Event is NEVER Coming Back!Breor2019-03-30 | Goodgame Studios has confirmed the Alliance Capital event will not be making a comeback. That's a bummer. I'll talk about it, and various other news, in today's video.
Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=breor47Playing Goodgame Empire and Responding to Your CommentsBreor2019-03-11 | In which I respond to a number of thought-provoking comments left on my videos.
This video is only about legitimate things you can do in the game. It's not possible to hack the game to give yourself extra rubies. Learn more about hacking Goodgame Empire here: youtube.com/watch?v=-69roUn_MUc
Join our discord server to talk about my channel and the game! youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMA New Upgrade For Your Barracks!Breor2019-03-01 | With a level 7 barracks, you'll be able to recruit the Relic Axeman. With a level 9 barracks, you'll be able to recruit the Relic Shortbowman. Learn about these changes and more in my update recap video for February.
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✅ Join our discord server to talk about my channel and the game! youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciM ✅ Twitter: twitter.com/Breor47 ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=breor47The Server War is Heating Up...Breor2019-01-31 | In this video, my alliance is massed, and I defend a number of attacks on my castle. The majority of the horns on TUF were toolburners. We're doing fine (well, even), don't worry.
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I highly recommend you watch this video from TotalBiscuit. The first section is about "pay-to-win": youtube.com/watch?v=hhAJV5D353w
Join our discord server to talk with other subscribers about my channel and the game! Details here: youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMGoodgame Empire - How to Prepare for War!Breor2019-01-05 | While the perfect player is always prepared for the onset of war, the reality is that most of us are too lazy. Sometimes your alliance might be lucky enough to catch advance notice of an incoming mass attack. Here are a number of steps you can take to get ready.
Join our discord server to talk with other subscribers about my channel and the game! Details here: youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMThe Plan for 2019!Breor2019-01-01 | I will CONTINUE with Empire videos for the entire year. I will also ADD more content. Think of game reviews and video essays in the style of TotalBiscuit (hopefully).
2018 was a great year for the channel. We surpassed 6,000 subscribers (started at 4,130) and overall watch time went up by 25%. I experimented with a discord server and got a custom printed shirt! Plus, I recently reached maximum level in the game. 2019 will hopefully bring more awesome stuff. Thanks for a great 2018.
Discord Instructions: youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMIncrease Your Food Storage With the Relic Greenhouse!Breor2018-12-30 | In this video we discuss new features such as the relic greenhouse. Goodgame Studios has also made a multitude of important changes to existing features, like the fusion forge and the Bloodcrow Invasion. Goodgame Studios also shared a sneak peak of what they have planned for the beginning of 2019.
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Defense Video 5/5
Remember these are just tips. If you want to see ACTION (defending against incomings), the previous video in the series was 27 minutes of just that, and you should watch it. Watch the whole defense tutorial series at the following playlist link: youtube.com/watch?v=ktWTH97FpRs&list=PLfVcR4mlEPqTKzJy7pR_PuMadKH2nq3tgGoodgame Empire - HTML5 UpdatesBreor2018-12-23 | In this video, I'll explain why Goodgame Studios is converting their games to HTML5. What does this mean for the players?
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Correction #1: Berimond watchtowers seem to be fine with coins, it's Berimond camps in the Great Kingdom you should watch out for. Correction #2: Apparently there's a rare 85% discount on ruby tools.
Join the game's official discord server! youtube.com/watch?v=B1vb9J2fciMGoodgame Empire - Attack of the Shapeshifters!Breor2018-10-04 | The Shapeshifter Invasion was introduced late last year, and many players have worked out the strategy of sending small attacks in hardcore mode. Can it really be that simple? Yeah, it can.
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The song in the beginning is Trance - 009 Sound System Dreamscape.Introducing the Fusion Forge!Breor2018-09-05 | A new feature (introduced August 2018), the Fusion Forge allows players to upgrade their existing decorative items.
The basic steps are as follows: - pick a target decoration to upgrade - pick a source decoration to sacrificie - pick a catalyst - spend fusion energy and resources to perform the fusion process
When your target decoration levels up, you'll get 5 more public order from it. This may seem insignificant, but this new feature will be critically important when it's expanded to equipment (later this year?).