There have been some simple changes to Moola and Centsports since I wrote the reviews earlier so I decided to make a post to discuss them both.
Centsports has changed their cash out policy to make the site more financially stable. They are only giving away the money they make that isn't used for site maintenance. This means the cash out process is competitive. Firstly, they changed the minimum cash out balance to $20, but once you reach $20 you can cash out only $10. There is a cash out bracket for those who attempt to cash out each month. The more money you have for your specific bracket, the better chance you have of receiving payment. The bracket system is explained in full here. There are five separate cash out brackets, so even if you only have $10 to cash out you still have a chance to receive payment. The easiest way is just to move your balance up. Here is a link to the different brackets.
Moola has also had a few changes lately. Due to some misunderstandings with Google, the search and win has been disabled for now. Instead, Moola has added the Play Now Booster Wheel which pops up at random times when you are playing games. They have also put in a new savings feature which allows you to set aside a percentage of money you win. This will help you make your way to the $10 cash out. They also added Offerpal to the Booster Zone. Offerpal has several small offers which you can do for a boost up the Moola Tower. Most are only for a dollar or two, but they add up to $950 altogether.
If you haven't already, make sure you visit the Moola and Centsports posts.
The title pretty much tells you what Maddox thinks about his own web site. He also thinks he is a pirate, but that is a whole different conversation. Maddox tells it like it is. His pages have very strong opinions which are ridiculous yet hilarious. There are several articles which are just as funny the second time you read them. Graphs and pictures (made from what looks like a simple paint program) help him make his points. I think most people will find this site hilarious. A warning though, if you are easily offended then stay away. Also, make sure you read his hate-mail. The poor people that e-mail in just don't get it. He doesn't update it very often anymore, but there are articles from several years back that will keep you entertained for hours.
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3rd World Farmer is a very thought provoking game. It is a well put together simulation game which mimics the life of a farming family living in a 3rd world country. You pick what crops to grow, livestock to buy, shelters to build, equipment to buy, and modern improvements to invest in. Beware, every year an event happens. A disease may wipe out one of your types of livestock/crops, or a tornado may destroy your shed. Even worse, one of your family members may get very ill. These are all hardships that the people of the 3rd world countries endure everyday. The simulator allows you to manage your family by sending children to school, marrying off children, having babies, or letting any family member leave at any time. You have to keep them healthy, which can cost quite a bit. Once your family (laborers) are under control, you have to choose how you want to spend the little money you gain. Different crops produce different yields each year, so don't get too comfortable in your planting strategy. I really enjoyed this game. It helps open your eyes as well as forces you to adjust throughout the game to the adverse conditions.
Struggle to Survive Here.
Ikariam is a browser-based, real time strategy game. You start out with a plot of land, 40 people, and a little bit of building supply. The point of the game is to turn your plot of land into an multi-island empire. There are four basic types of islands which you can start at. Each has a different resource as well as wood which can be used for building supplies. These different resources and wood are required to build and expand your city buildings. Eventually you can build a palace which allows you to expand to other islands. You can have up to 10 cities assuming your palace is big enough. Your population will also grow according to how happy your citizens are. These citizens can be used to create wealth, mine your resource, or chop trees for wood. You can also build your army and city defenses. Upgrade your barracks to raise an army for defense or to conquer the entire island. Each city is run by real people which you can trade with and enter alliances with. Contact the people on your islands and decide if you want to form a powerful island alliance or if you just take over your island. You also have to hire scientists to research new technologies for you to take advantage of. Make sure you upgrade your academy so you can stay smarter than the others on your island. The possibilities are endless. The game runs continuously so you can always be working towards your next move. This game will have you addicted quickly and keep you entertained for hours. I hope you enjoy this one as much as I have.
