I have heard rumors that CNN is doing a story on VMK today. Has anyone heard this and have more information?

CNN was contacted, not sure what the results are/were. Will follow up though. At this point, nothing can make matters worse.....

I'd like to hear what CNN says about this :)

CNN is located in GA and NY. I am in GA and have heard nothing.
- turns on CNN -

EDIT: we are working on it they wont do the report bc disney is not talking to them :p were getting somewhere ut it should air on CNN at NOON Pacific time :)

ya i heard about it too...

I don't have CNN anymore.. I only can see CNN in spanish.. :( I'll have to wait until you tell me what did they say :)

it is gonna happen ch cnn at NOON today :)

Which time zone?

EDIT: CNN will NOT broadcast it due to disney WILL NOT call them back and therefore they have very little facts so im sorry to say we were once again trumped by disney :(

are u kidding me?! I was thinking that we were finally getting some attention for our plight and now nothing :Unhappy:

Keep trying maybe you will get somewhere try other news stations too :)

Sounds to me like Disney does not want the bad publicity. But since when will a news network not report a story without speaking to both sides? All they have to do is say Disney was contacted and refused to comment. I am sure they are getting their legal department involved. Will still have CNN on just in case.

How do you know its canceled? Well i will just have to watch the news anyway. CNN at 12 p.m PST. If it's on there. Well...
- acefredfred

The thing is, Disney knows now that there is some interest in keeping the game. The simple fact that CNN has even contacted them about this should let them know that people want to keep it going in some form or other.

Think about it: CNN, an international news syndicate, has contacted Disney to ask them questions about a free online game that they are cancelling. This alone should raise some eyebrows at Disney Corporate. Even if they never do return the calls or make any kind of statement whatsoever to CNN, the simple fact that contact was made at all makes a statement all on it's own.

-- Satarma --

The thing is, Disney knows now that there is some interest in keeping the game. The simple fact that CNN has even contacted them about this should let them know that people want to keep it going in some form or other.

Think about it: CNN, an international news syndicate, has contacted Disney to ask them questions about a free online game that they are cancelling. This alone should raise some eyebrows at Disney Corporate. Even if they never do return the calls or make any kind of statement whatsoever to CNN, the simple fact that contact was made at all makes a statement all on it's own.

-- Satarma --
Good Point looks like we're getting somewhere guys! (not that im invloved :D)

Good job guys!
Looks like were getting somewhere!
We have to keep trying though, try to contact other stations and stuff.

I will try 11 alive news.
EDIT: Got through with CBS and ABC!
EDIT AGAIN: Got throught with 11 alive news!

Has anyone thought about posting something on CNN's I-report online?? Isn't that aired as well?

You can also try Fox News or even Tmz....LoL Tmz

if we even get on the on-line version of the new stations that would be great.
Remember to youshare.com the news reports.
-Kit

I sent report to CNN's I-report online. I will let you know if it gets posted and and list a link then ... wish me luck :)

I'm trying to contact my local news station... Good luck everybody! If we can get media attention on this, hopefully Disney will be convinced to keep VMK :)

I sent a story idea about VMK to my local WGN station. I don't think contacting ABC will work because it's owned by Disney.

Has anyone tried John Stossel's " Give me a Break " segment and use the fact that POTCO and ToonTown are Violent and not very Family appropriate unlike VMK?

EDIT: CNN will NOT broadcast it due to disney WILL NOT call them back and therefore they have very little facts so im sorry to say we were once again trumped by disney :(

Ah!!! The typical corporate response just don't answer the phone :) As madamecat stated once they received the call I am certain disney started talking with their legal team. This is pretty much a typical reponse by corporations just so that the wrong person doesn't say the wrong thing. Seen this one too many times within the corporate environment...

i am kind of confused did we get on CNN?

i am kind of confused did we get on CNN?

Not Yet..... but we will not be silenced.

Has anyone tried John Stossel's " Give me a Break " segment and use the fact that POTCO and ToonTown are Violent and not very Family appropriate unlike VMK?

This is definitely a huge point that needs to be pointed out :)

woot! Come on, we can do it! Within a week I'm gonna contact my local newspaper.

The AJC in Atl has been contacted!
EDIT: Watching CNN and saw in the cut seen where it say CNN news room I saw in the background saying VMK!

The AJC in Atl has been contacted!
EDIT: Watching CNN and saw in the cut seen where it say CNN news room I saw in the background saying VMK!

thats brilliant!!

Still watching CNN, I will post what happens.
EDIT: They can't get the camera off Torch in San Fransico.

what channel is CNN bc i can't find it lol

just put on cnn too. haven't seen anything yet...

CNN [Comcast users] is on channel 44.

There is nothing currently about VMK on CNN that I have witnessed.

what channel is CNN bc i can't find it lol

It's diffrent channels, depending where you live.
I know its on a low channel over here, but It's not on.

This is an awesome idea! and like Destination said we should contact major newspapers like the new york times! I'm getting excited lol!

If only we could all afford to and legally fly to the disney corporate office.. I can see it all now.. picket signs and torches =D!

I just found it on TV. But they arent talking about it. They are talking about planes.

If anything gets aired or posted, try putting it on a video hosting site and posting the link.

I will work on getting my news to get a story going.

You propibly saw VMK logo on CNN because my report on VMK closing is on CNN web site ! And I included a logo which is on the screens over announcers shoulders. Please search CNN on net to see and rate the report. Our message is getting out :)

If anyone knows John Lasseter, who works for Disney please let him know how we feel.

If anything gets aired or posted, try putting it on a video hosting site and posting the link.

I will work on getting my news to get a story going.

I got a report going on too, maybe we can work together on it.

You propibly saw VMK logo on CNN because my report on VMK closing is on CNN web site ! And I included a logo which is on the screens over announcers shoulders. Please search CNN on net to see and rate the report. Our message is getting out :)

If anyone knows John Lasseter, who works for Disney please let him know how we feel.


wait where?

I just stopped by the CNN News website, searched "VMK" and "Virtual Magic Kingdom", and nothing came up.

Let's make our voices heard - contact local newspapers, websites/blogs, and newspapers. VMK MUST BE SAVED!

I thought I saw a VMK logo in the backround, but it went away too quickly.

Edit: Is CNN live? Or recorded?

You propibly saw VMK logo on CNN because my report on VMK closing is on CNN web site ! And I included a logo which is on the screens over announcers shoulders. Please search CNN on net to see and rate the report. Our message is getting out :)

If anyone knows John Lasseter, who works for Disney please let him know how we feel.
i cant find it where is it?

I cant find it either.

Guys, keep a close look everywhere. Like the backround, and the little line at the bottom of the screen.

So who have we contacted so far?

We really have no time to lose every moment counts. The closer it gets to May 21st the less chance we have of getting our way.

So who have we contacted so far?

We really have no time to lose every moment counts. The closer it gets to May 21st the less chance we have of getting our way.

I've contacted several local news channels, radio hots, and some newspapers - but let's see what happens.

So who have we contacted so far?

We really have no time to lose every moment counts. The closer it gets to May 21st the less chance we have of getting our way.

Your right, we don't have long. But I'm wondering, why I'm trying to save VMK. VMK gave me a 10 year bann for no reason.

i think i just saw the vmk logo on a TV in the background..

I suggest contacting it all over the world instead of just one place... BUT DONT GIVE CREDIT TO ME!!! I dont want any problems

i think i just saw the vmk logo on a TV in the background..

You were probably seeing the weather forcast for florida or something. Was it when the man was talking? If so, I saw that too, and I think it was a forecast for some state.

You were probably seeing the weather forcast for florida or something. Was it when the man was talking? If so, I saw that too, and I think it was a forecast for some state.
oh.. LOL i thought it was vmk

From Spacexalp:

UPDATE: Green had gotten the call back from the CNN National that was originally speaking to him telling him that they contacted WDIG and that they refuse to speak and that the story is OFF. I called the CNN Local that Green originally called about it and they basically got me off the phone asap.

CNN has an area where we can report called iReport try there. I too saw on a tv screen in the background the VMK logo

i jsut contact my local news station about vmk hope its gets on!

oh.. LOL i thought it was vmk

It might have been the logo though, maybe I saw something else. We just have to keep watching, but dont get your hopes too high up :(

Did anyone see anything on the screen?

Yeah, I'm in Georgia, no reports here.

But I do hope so, so we can rally up some support for VMK to stay open.

I noticed that over 2,000 memebers who have joined have the title vmk in it i guess we are getting somewhere

Anyone know where else we can report to?

Someone should contact the Orlando Sentinal, they always run disney stories

Someone should contact the Orlando Sentinal, they always run disney stories

I'll do that. Can someone please post a few VMK logos? I dont have any on my computer.

-turns on CNN- dumb commercials....

Even though I'm still in doubt that we'll save VMK, I give you guys props for even getting this far.

Keep up the good work; Disney may be bigger but you've got support on your side.

EDIT: I'm sorry I doubted all of you guys too.

I'll see if I can contact some florida newspapers today and tomorrow whenever I find time. What should I say though? like.. "this awesome game vmk is closing and were trying to get it out there in the media"?

I found this quote from Dave "Dizney" Lloyd -- Travel Channel Disney Fan

Well, here is what I've found out from my limited sources. They reflect mostly opinion, but from some who know better than I.

From what I've understood, the decision to close VMK was reached back in the summer/late fall and included the closure of the VMK shops at the parks. There was some objection which resulted in the last quarters barrage of additions to the game. This decision occurred during a time of "turnover" at Disney Internet - which makes me wonder if the Yavn of today is also the Yavn of a few months ago (just a question I've been wondering about for the last few days). My sources say this was a decision based on the bottom line - and the plan was that money was to be thrown at the new Pirates game (which was about to go golden around the same time as the park shops began to close). From what I understand, there has been a lot of internal battles over this, including a plan to launch a pay VMK site, but at this point the decision is to close VMK down for good. In all probability, the top brass at Disney was informed about this decision, but at arms length as far as the decision-making of VMK’s future was concerned.

I also have another secondary conclusion based on my background work with the media: The news companies (local and national) care little about the closure of an online video game. At best, this is a HI (human interest) story, but a weak one at that. CNN or Fox is too busy covering the presidential race, the death of an Al-Qaeda leader, and the economy to work in this story which would have connectivity to so few. Let's face it - VMK is important to us, but not the masses.

The only exception that comes to mind is the online Disney news sites. I’m wondering if any high profile non-Disney Disney site will do an investigative story on this? Where is Jim Hill or Al Lutz on this story? Sometimes their stories can get a rise out of Disney corporate. I’d suggest we approach them to lift up our cause.

Finally, to me, there’s another potential answer to our need to proactively vent. Since the media doesn't care about VMK’s demise, possibly the decision-makers do. Bob Iger and John Lasseter I believe could be persuaded to care about this place where the die-hard fans and imprintable children reside in an on-going advertisement for Disney Parks and Disney media. So far, I've found them both to be open and concerned about those things that will link people to the brand, and, if there is a potential financial gain (such as a pay VMK site), they just might be swayed. I would encourage that if there be any letter-writing, that the communications go directly to the corporate heads who actually have some say-so in what happens and have initially demonstrated that they care what Disney fanatics think. I would keep the communications short, pointed, and sweet (a spoon-full of sugar...).

Remember, the head leads the body. I'd suggest we go to the top. Just my 2 cents.
__________________
Dave "Dizney" Lloyd -- Travel Channel Disney Fan

I'll see if I can contact some florida newspapers today and tomorrow whenever I find time. What should I say though? like.. "this awesome game vmk is closing and were trying to get it out there in the media"?

I can help you write a report if you want me to.

a DIS Veteran adds this ...

I think John Lasseter would be the best bet both from personality and his position in the company. He is one of the few who would understand the "attachment" so many have to VMK rather than just be interested in the bottom line. Can someone add him to the contacts list?

I can help you write a report if you want me to.

That would be awesome. I might send it to the disney corps to if I can find a way to contact them.

I thought I saw a VMK logo in the backround, but it went away too quickly.

Edit: Is CNN live? Or recorded?


CNN is usually live until 12am Est. But they occasionally repeat the same segments when they are big issues - Presidential Race, Iraq, Olympics, Stock Market

I didnt hear anything about vmk (yes we have cnn in canada and it's the same american channel) Maybe tell some other news stations or reporters about it!

I just found this and am coping it here for you to read ...

Earlier, GreenKman had called CNN and many of us here had sent in newstips about it. Green just got the phone call back from CNN saying that they have looked into the story, and that the story will go live tomorrow (April 09, 2008) at 12PM PST.

This is what CNN has told us, so we can only hope that nothing goes otherwise and we actually made it.

We are getting somewhere guys!
-Spacexalp

I just found this and am coping it here for you to read ...

Earlier, GreenKman had called CNN and many of us here had sent in newstips about it. Green just got the phone call back from CNN saying that they have looked into the story, and that the story will go live tomorrow (April 09, 2008) at 12PM PST.

This is what CNN has told us, so we can only hope that nothing goes otherwise and we actually made it.

We are getting somewhere guys!
-Spacexalp


You forgot the other part - where he says that the story is OFF

I just found this and am coping it here for you to read ...

Earlier, GreenKman had called CNN and many of us here had sent in newstips about it. Green just got the phone call back from CNN saying that they have looked into the story, and that the story will go live tomorrow (April 09, 2008) at 12PM PST.

This is what CNN has told us, so we can only hope that nothing goes otherwise and we actually made it.

We are getting somewhere guys!
-Spacexalp

Its already April 9th and its past noon. Did we see anything yet?

I found this quote from Dave "Dizney" Lloyd -- Travel Channel Disney Fan

........

Finally, to me, there’s another potential answer to our need to proactively vent. Since the media doesn't care about VMK’s demise, possibly the decision-makers do. Bob Iger and John Lasseter I believe could be persuaded to care about this place where the die-hard fans and imprintable children reside in an on-going advertisement for Disney Parks and Disney media. So far, I've found them both to be open and concerned about those things that will link people to the brand, and, if there is a potential financial gain (such as a pay VMK site), they just might be swayed. I would encourage that if there be any letter-writing, that the communications go directly to the corporate heads who actually have some say-so in what happens and have initially demonstrated that they care what Disney fanatics think. I would keep the communications short, pointed, and sweet (a spoon-full of sugar...).

Remember, the head leads the body. I'd suggest we go to the top. Just my 2 cents.
__________________
Dave "Dizney" Lloyd -- Travel Channel Disney Fan

I would not pay for a VMK like this one. It would have to make some big changes before I would invest any more time or money. One important feature would be a real feeback section where people can really voice their opinions of the game and content and the staff.

The following places have been concated by Nickpf:

ABC News- Responed
NBC News-
11 Alive News-
Fox News- Responed
CNN News- I will go down to the CNN Center in GA and talk to them.
My School- I will talk to them after Spring Break which ends this Sunday.
A Teacher At My School With Her Own Website- I emailed her and will talk to her at lunch on Monday.
AJC Newspaper-
__________________________________________________ _______________
The following places will be concated by Nickpf:

New York Times-
My Local Newspaper-
Nintendo.com- Maybe
I will think of more later.

They said they would not air it.

so is there going to be one?

My School- I will talk to them after Spring Break which ends this Sunday.
A Teacher At My School With Her Own Website- I emailed her and will talk to

o_o '

That's nice...

WOW!!

........ I am truly amazed at how much work EVERYONE is putting into keeping VMK open -- I truly think that they are going to reconsider their decision!

Could it be? Could it REALLY be enough to keep VMK open?

I think it could! I hope it can.....

It's really nice to see everyone working together, instead of moaning to eachother.... this just proves how close we all really are! No matter how much we say we "dont like you" to others.....

VMK is the ONLY Disney game that actually has some magic in it. All I can say is.. CNN.. please help us out here!

I'm sure if enough people contacted them, they would realize it's such a big story.

I'm doing everything I can to help you all out.. but over here where I like I'm slightly restricted on what I can do.......


GOOD LUCK to you all!

May we save VMK!

Fish.i

:qgreenjumpers:

I think a little bit ago somone said that there was someting about it on Cnn.com i was just on it and i didn't see anything...

The following places have been concated by Nickpf:

ABC News- Responed
NBC News-
11 Alive News-
Fox News- Responed
CNN News- I will go down to the CNN Center in GA and talk to them.
My School- I will talk to them after Spring Break which ends this Sunday.
A Teacher At My School With Her Own Website- I emailed her and will talk to her at lunch on Monday.
AJC Newspaper-
__________________________________________________ _______________
The following places will be concated by Nickpf:

New York Times-
My Local Newspaper-
Nintendo.com- Maybe
I will think of more later.
So, what did Fox say? I dont have many other stations but i do have Fox and I want to see some VMK on the news :D

What are the responses from the News? Please clarify. :D

WOW!!

........ I am truly amazed at how much work EVERYONE is putting into keeping VMK open -- I truly think that they are going to reconsider their decision!

Could it be? Could it REALLY be enough to keep VMK open?

I think it could! I hope it can.....

It's really nice to see everyone working together, instead of moaning to eachother.... this just proves how close we all really are! No matter how much we say we "dont like you" to others.....

VMK is the ONLY Disney game that actually has some magic in it. All I can say is.. CNN.. please help us out here!

I'm sure if enough people contacted them, they would realize it's such a big story.

I'm doing everything I can to help you all out.. but over here where I like I'm slightly restricted on what I can do.......


GOOD LUCK to you all!

May we save VMK!

Fish.i

I agree! I am calling the news! :balloon::balloon:

Wow...Some of you people are actually reporting VMK's closing to news channels? Admirable, if not a bit wacky and ill-justified, I suppose. After all, Disney is perfectly justified in closing down VMK. It's their game, it's free, and they have every right to close it whenever they want. You're all making it seem like they've broken some secret law, and deserve to have the media attacking them for closing a game they have every right to close.

We love VMK. Sure it's sad to see it end. But, in my opinion, we should all just pack up and move on, instead of going to news channels about how Disney is so terrible for ending a free online game that they created and are now ending. They've acted just as every rich, powerful, influential company would have. They lied to us, sure, but did we actually expect them to be completely honest to us? Because truth is, nobody's completely honest, and of course VMK was just a way to promote Disney and earn them more money.

Now they've decided it's purpose has been served and that's all there is to it.
Just my opinion though. You all do whatever you want to.
I wish you the best of luck.

This is an awesome idea! and like Destination said we should contact major newspapers like the new york times! I'm getting excited lol!

If only we could all afford to and legally fly to the disney corporate office.. I can see it all now.. picket signs and torches =D!

I'm rolling on the floor laughing!!! I'm going to Disney World this year... maybe i can get them to listen....:Wink:

Someone adds this ...

I think John Lasseter would be the best bet both from personality and his position in the company. He is one of the few who would understand the "attachment" so many have to VMK rather than just be interested in the bottom line. Can someone add him to the contacts list?


Ok I dont know if this will help.. found the info thou I called too cant get past front desk but you can try it is his office...Say his name when computer ask who...We can do this! Pixar Animation Studios
1200 Park Avenue
Emeryville, CA 94608
USA
Phone: (510) 922-3000
Fax: (510) 922-3151

I am contacting my local news station right now. I am writing a very convincing letter.

I just called my local newspaper and got a spot on the front page. The editor plays VMK. Thank you editor!

Wow, cnn looked at us, the small online community?! I literally can't believe it. I don't think disney expected us to do this much. Stupid question, so was it on cnn or not? Again I am amazed at how much work everyone on here is doing to keep it open and to be with our friends. I thank you guys tons for trying, anything I can do to help?

Wow...Some of you people are actually reporting VMK's closing to news channels? Admirable, if not a bit wacky and ill-justified, I suppose. After all, Disney is perfectly justified in closing down VMK. It's their game, it's free, and they have every right to close it whenever they want. You're all making it seem like they've broken some secret law, and deserve to have the media attacking them for closing a game they have every right to close.

We love VMK. Sure it's sad to see it end. But, in my opinion, we should all just pack up and move on, instead of going to news channels about how Disney is so terrible for ending a free online game that they created and are now ending. They've acted just as every rich, powerful, influential company would have. They lied to us, sure, but did we actually expect them to be completely honest to us? Because truth is, nobody's completely honest, and of course VMK was just a way to promote Disney and earn them more money.

Now they've decided it's purpose has been served and that's all there is to it.
Just my opinion though. You all do whatever you want to.
I wish you the best of luck.

VMK is also a community in the end. STAFF make money off this game and probably have people to provide for. Where will they move on to when they can't pay bills? So I've disagreed with all of your posts similar to this. Discussion ended.

o_o '

That's nice...

come on we need everyone we can get. If I cant advertise in my school and on a teachers website then you cant talk to CNN News.

I just called my local newspaper and got a spot on the front page. The editor plays VMK. Thank you editor!


All I can say is... If we do get a spot on the front page.... SOMEONE has to send it to in the part of Disney this is responsible for this! I would PAY to watch the look on their faces if they saw that...

Disney + Bad publicity? = A recipie that is almost as bad as kippers and pickle sandwiches..
Fish :Wink:

perhaps our good friend Stephen Clobert at the colbert report can help us, he does do things like this, although he may make fun of it, it is still publicity

Wow...Some of you people are actually reporting VMK's closing to news channels? Admirable, if not a bit wacky and ill-justified, I suppose. After all, Disney is perfectly justified in closing down VMK. It's their game, it's free, and they have every right to close it whenever they want. You're all making it seem like they've broken some secret law, and deserve to have the media attacking them for closing a game they have every right to close.

It is Disney's right to shut down vmk. There is no doubt about that. It's not that Disney is in the wrong but I think the players are just trying to get them to reconsider this decision. It is also the players right to voice their opinion and try to save a game they love. By taking these actions the players are showing Disney how much VMK really is an important game to continue to support. I find it amazing that the players are taking this much initiative to try and save this game! Great job guys! Keep up the good work!

Now we are getting fisty!
Everyone who responed on my list had taken my letter into consideration!

All I can say is... If we do get a spot on the front page.... SOMEONE has to send it to in the part of Disney this is responsible for this! I would PAY to watch the look on their faces if they saw that...

Disney + Bad publicity? = A recipie that is almost as bad as kippers and pickle sandwiches..
Fish :Wink:

Indeeed!

I need a picture of the front page!

oh my gosh really??

Wow...Some of you people are actually reporting VMK's closing to news channels? Admirable, if not a bit wacky and ill-justified, I suppose. After all, Disney is perfectly justified in closing down VMK. It's their game, it's free, and they have every right to close it whenever they want. You're all making it seem like they've broken some secret law, and deserve to have the media attacking them for closing a game they have every right to close.

We love VMK. Sure it's sad to see it end. But, in my opinion, we should all just pack up and move on, instead of going to news channels about how Disney is so terrible for ending a free online game that they created and are now ending. They've acted just as every rich, powerful, influential company would have. They lied to us, sure, but did we actually expect them to be completely honest to us? Because truth is, nobody's completely honest, and of course VMK was just a way to promote Disney and earn them more money.

Now they've decided it's purpose has been served and that's all there is to it.
Just my opinion though. You all do whatever you want to.
I wish you the best of luck.

Again, I agree with you...
We are sad to see VMK end, but it's kind of ridiculous to be contacting news stations and such.
Please, people. Retain a small amount of pride. Don't bawl over VMK's ending.
In all honesty, it's probably just making Disney laugh.
"Look what we can do! One little thing can throw them into chaos!"
Cue maniacal laughter.

Good luck, anyway.

~Spotty

We can save VMK! Send letters to any news thing you can!
- acefredfred

You can also use Cnet they are the people that reported that disney made just over a billion dollars just in online games in 2007...@_@

You can also use Cnet they are the people that reported that disney made just over a billion dollars just in online games in 2007...@_@
really, never heard anything on that. If thats true, there must some other reason VMK is closing

We can do this! Saving VMK is more important then anything to me! So what if a few people think it's over dramatic! We're all FAMILY here, and I will NOT lose my friends so easily! Go ahead, call me dumb and insane, but I don't care! Disney only cares about MONEY now! What would Walt do? We are DOING what Walt would do, what Walt would want! He wanted us to be happy no matter what, and this is a way to do it! Who's with me!

I will NOT just let VMK close! go ahead, call me dramatic! Call me OVER dramatic i don't care! But what i DO know is that i will not let VMK be pushed aside like chores on a summer day! Think of this, what would Walt do? If he were still here, do u think he would do something so dumb that we would call news stations? NO!!!! He would be fighting WITH us! Fight for Walt! Fight for ourselves! AND FIGHT FOR VMK!!!!!

Ok I cant find that article but I found this released 03/11/08

Disney Predicts $1B in Online Revenue for 2008
Virtual worlds are only a part of the equation, but Disney CEO Bob Iger is predicting that the company will see $1 billion in online revenue this coming year, up from a predicted $700 million for fiscal 2007. The sources include ads shown on ESPN, ABC.com, downloads of music and movies, but also subscriptions to online games and e-commerce that's unrelated to the physical parks. Disney has a host of virtual worlds and online games supported by advertising or subscriptions, and it's looking for more, but it'd be interesting to know where if it counts toys tied to its worlds as a part of online revenue or if, like Hasbro, it looks at a site as non-revenue-generating if all it does is drive the purchase of toys.

I just sent a letter via email to my local news station. =)

They will reply soon; and I met one of the news people somewhere and talked to her.

Ok people has anyone tried Regis & Kelly? I know it's kind of random but Kelly has kids and I think Regis may have grandkids. I mean there is a heart there from both of them. Plus the adults who watch that show and see how hard these kids fight for VMK they would be touched and they may join in and help? I mean it's just an idea and they may be owned by ABC... I'm not to sure on that.

Oh and to the people who are posting give up. I understand that yall may be lazy and not want to keep a good thing going but please stop infesting our help boards with that. There is a rant board and that is where yall can go and rant on and on all yall want. But this is a VMK savers board and any board that is trying to save VMK is one of those boards and we will not give up no matter what even if we have to go over crazy obstacles justt to save it. So please back off of these boards.

Regis and Kelly?
CNN?

do you guys HONESTLY think they will air about a game closing?
they put REAL news on the air.
this is news, but CNN worthy?

sorry guys, I think not.

but hey, if I actually see some proof of this being in any type of big news thing, I salute you all.

Somebody should call Ellen or OPRAH!!! Oprah would do it... OR call Dr.Phil!!!

ROFL!!!! Yeah, we call Dr.Phil and he will yell at disney like it's an old married couple LOL

one word............" Ohana! "

I doubt Oprah would do anything 0_o

Somebody should call Ellen or OPRAH!!! Oprah would do it... OR call Dr.Phil!!!
Yea good idea.

Oprah? Considering the types of stories she's always doing, I'd say we have a pretty good shot at it.

I can see it now "Disney fans - devastaded!"

Somebody should call Ellen or OPRAH!!! Oprah would do it... OR call Dr.Phil!!!

"What is your problem here, sir?"
"A game is closing."
"Your telling me you came here just to tell me a computer game is closing?!"
"Yep"

"What is your problem here, sir?"
"A game is closing."
"Your telling me you came here just to tell me a computer game is closing?!"
"Yep"

He did an episode about Online-Game Addictions.
Why not about a game closing? :P

Oprah? Considering the types of stories she's always doing, I'd say we have a pretty good shot at it.

I can see it now "Disney fans - devastaded!"

I can seriously see that.

I will try 11 alive news.
EDIT: Got through with CBS and ABC!
EDIT AGAIN: Got throught with 11 alive news!

Great job, guys! I really think we can pull VMK out of this hole! - sings - cause we gotta have faith..
..:-Chululli-:..:balloon::mickey::balloon:

i contacted Ellen about vmk!!

"What is your problem here, sir?"
"A game is closing."
"Your telling me you came here just to tell me a computer game is closing?!"
"Yep"

LOL dr.phil... I should take that out!

Guys, keep fighting. Call EVERYONE.

Regis and Kelly?
CNN?

do you guys HONESTLY think they will air about a game closing?
they put REAL news on the air.
this is news, but CNN worthy?

sorry guys, I think not.

but hey, if I actually see some proof of this being in any type of big news thing, I salute you all.

Why not? I mean seriously atleast it would be different then the same thing we see on the news for the last how many years?

"What is your problem here, sir?"
"A game is closing."
"Your telling me you came here just to tell me a computer game is closing?!"
"Yep"
No, we would need a little kid to go and cry on her show. That would work...

omgi am soooooo happy i cant believe this is happening people calling every news station about vmk this is.... amazing!

I have contacted Regis & Kelly and I just emailed Oprah! I think, no, I know we can do this guys. Talk shows might actually be a better spot to start with. Cause they pick up more stories like this and then news hears about it and picks it up and then national news. I'm off to email Ellen too.

Just would like to let you all know that contacting ABC will not do anything. ABC is an affiliate and owned by The Walt Disney Company. By contacting them is like a slap in the face. They won't put something on the news or write an article if its bashing their own company.

Come on somebody has to have a famous relative they can contact ;)

Mine would be Betsy Ross but she cant help us :(

Somebody should call Ellen or OPRAH!!! Oprah would do it... OR call Dr.Phil!!!
YAY! Call Oprah!! LOL

I wonder if she would do it.. since so many people are going crazy about this.

I thought about Oprah too. She can influence what people buy and what books they read just by giving her opinion. I'm not sure how we would present it to her to get her attention, but if we did, I bet it would work.

I can possibly seeing a news story on this, but Oprah? That is going a little far, there is not an hours worth of stuff they could do, and furthermore, that is not the correct audience. Most of all, it is aired on ABC, which is a parent company of Disney, and they would not badly publicize themselves.

What about that Racheal Ray show? Is that just cooking? Is it on ABC? =/

YAY! Call Oprah!! LOL

I wonder if she would do it.. since so many people are going crazy about this.

Well I'm not calling!!!

What about contacting Disney themed blogs? I noticed one had an article about VMK closing. Others may post soemthing and the people reading Disney blogs would probably be sympathetic.

i contacted Ellen about vmk!!
ok what did they say?

ok what did they say?

Nothing yet

If we go somewhere and protest it would be on the news. LOL.
-acefredfred

Nothing yet

And they're probably not going to. We are going for the wrong audience here. We need to contact the people at Disney. The top dogs. Not VMK, Oprah, Ellen, ABC, CNN, FOX, or any of the news companies for that matter. The only way we are going to SAVE this place is contacting the people in the leadership of the company. All contacting media will do is give Disney a bad image, and make them want to keep VMK open even less. Just my opinion.

Don't mean to be rude! :wave2:

And they're probably not going to. We are going for the wrong audience here. We need to contact the people at Disney. The top dogs. Not VMK, Oprah, Ellen, ABC, CNN, FOX, or any of the news companies for that matter. The only way we are going to SAVE this place is contacting the people in the leadership of the company. All contacting media will do is give Disney a bad image, and make them want to keep VMK open even less. Just my opinion.

Don't mean to be rude! :wave2:

i think where calling ellen and all that for them to be a goodwill Ambassador

We need to contact disney. The head honchos, baby.

Hmm, I hope vmk does not close. Arg I hope this is all just a
BIG R-U-M-O-R HeeHee [:

omg omg what time and when!!

omg omg what time and when!!

The day after vmk closes.......

Hmm, I hope vmk does not close. I dont think it will because Disney would have to take out VMK Central in Walt Disney World. If they take that out... Wow that would be bad LOL. Still, I hope vmk does not close.

VMK Central is already gone....



We really need to fight this. A news story would be great, and we need to work toward that, but every letter to disney counts. Though rudeness will get us nowhere.

We need to contact disney. The head honchos, baby.

It's kind of difficult now because from what I've heard, from the flooding of messages they've blocked all exterior accounts.

VMK Central is already gone....



We really need to fight this. A news story would be great, and we need to work toward that, but every letter to disney counts. Though rudeness will get us nowhere.


Yeah I edited my post. I forgot its gone. ]:
Well, I think they are just taking it out so we
can't do quests in Disney anymore. Just for more
rare items on vmk. Thats what Im thinking the POSITIVE. [:

It's kind of difficult now because from what I've heard, from the flooding of messages they've blocked all exterior accounts.

That makes me want to call them very bad names. I won't, considering that this is a G-Rated site.

Anyway, can't you call them?

It's kind of difficult now because from what I've heard, from the flooding of messages they've blocked all exterior accounts.

See they know they have caused an upset if they are closing their emails. If they won't respond to us then we must tell News channels, Newpapers, anything that get news out there. We have to make sure our voices are heard. We will not be silenced!

Okay... I just heard that vmk is officialy closing May 21st, 2008. ]: This stinks!! Here is something I read by Yavn.




It was a promotion that celebrated Disney 50yrs

As many of you know, Virtual Magic Kingdom was created and launched back in 2005 as part of the Disneyland 50th Anniversary Celebration. VMK exceeded expectations in terms of performance, and as a result we extended the promotion (that is, VMK, the game) well beyond the 50th Celebration.

Eventually though, all promotions must come to an end, so I'm announcing today that on May 21, 2008, VMK will open our virtual gates for the last time. You read that right: VMK was never intended to last forever – we'll close the game for good at the end of day on May 21st, 2008.

This is not an April Fool's joke.

Now we understand this news may be upsetting to you but let me explain. Again, VMK was launched as part of Disneyland's 50th Celebration in 2005 and the game has lived well beyond the originally intended time it was planned to run.

Over time you've seen our in-Park presence and other parts of VMK go away. You may remember our V.I.P Tours at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, or our in-Park Quest. We didn't stop doing those things because we don't love the game or our Guests, but because the time to run those promotions ended.

At Disney we're still committed to building communities and online virtual worlds – and we're looking forward to providing you the opportunity to enjoy other exciting new experiences.

Don't look at VMK ending as a bad thing – think of it as a new beginning, a chance to explore something fresh and new! Think of it like school: You don't want to leave your old friends, but still, the time has come to graduate and move onto another great adventure.

In the time since we've launched VMK, we've seen many players come and go, and we're hoping you will graduate from VMK too – in particular, to games like Pirates of the Caribbean Online, Disney's ToonTown Online, Club Penguin and the upcoming Fairies and Cars online virtual worlds. We think you'll find you enjoy those just as much as VMK – if not more.



Live the Legend! Play Pirates of the Caribbean Online!

In the meantime, VMK will run like it always has, with great events and new items every week until we close – we might even fit in one or two more surprises along the way (of the virtual item kind).

So what's going to happen to the VMK Staff when VMK closes? Well, we're all moving onto other projects here at Disney and positively looking ahead to the future. Me and a few other team members have already moved to other projects (but are still making sure VMK is running smoothly until it closes).

I know that this is sad news for you, but we're all thankful we've had the opportunity to enjoy the game for as long as we did. Just know there are even cooler things on the horizon ahead, for you as players and for us as game creators. So as my good friend Captain Jack Sparrow would say...

"Bring me that horizon!"
-Yavn

It's kind of difficult now because from what I've heard, from the flooding of messages they've blocked all exterior accounts.

That makes me want to call them very bad names. I won't, considering that this is a G-Rated site.

Actually, this is not necessarily a bad thing.

If all the letters that caused the inbox mayhem had a subject line of "Save VMK", that should do a lot towards raising Corporate awareness of our distress at this silly decision of theirs. If they realize that people are this determined, and like the site this much, maybe we might just get our way with this...

-- Satarma --

Actually, this is not necessarily a bad thing.

If all the letters that caused the inbox mayhem had a subject line of "Save VMK", that should do a lot towards raising Corporate awareness of our distress at this silly decision of theirs. If they realize that people are this determined, and like the site this much, maybe we might just get our way with this...

-- Satarma --

I didn't say it was a bad thing, but I'm quite angry at the fact that they think they can just block out our voices.

I'm not giving up. We have over a month, and I know that we can do this. We are all a family. FIGHT IT.

And they're probably not going to. We are going for the wrong audience here. We need to contact the people at Disney. The top dogs. Not VMK, Oprah, Ellen, ABC, CNN, FOX, or any of the news companies for that matter. The only way we are going to SAVE this place is contacting the people in the leadership of the company. All contacting media will do is give Disney a bad image, and make them want to keep VMK open even less. Just my opinion.

Don't mean to be rude! :wave2:
Your not being rude, but if they see how many messages they get about this ans see how furious we are..we have a shot, and we just nead loads of people to contact these companies!! Make Disney eat their heart out! Attack!
LOL, just dont hurt the rides plz.

The day after vmk closes.......

ugh... that stinks then >_< :(

Disney has dug themselves into a hole now. If all these companies show this Disney will be paying off a bunch of people and making a lot of News conferences about this. I think they will be losing more money then what they gained from this "promotion"

Your not being rude, but if they see how many messages they get about this ans see how furious we are..we have a shot, and we just nead loads of people to contact these companies!! Make Disney eat their heart out! Attack!
LOL, just dont hurt the rides plz.

If we can get even one small local station to do a story on it, it can become a chain reaction. News is a competative bussiness, because no news station wants to be out of the loop. They want you to get your news from them and not go to another station to see a story, because they would lose viewers. If several local stations see that one is doing a story on it, they will want to also. The story could jump from city to city. If enough local stations across the US run the story, national news will want to pick it up.

Disney has dug themselves into a hole now. If all these companies show this Disney will be paying off a bunch of people and making a lot of News conferences about this. I think they will be losing more money then what they gained from this "promotion"
If they do say stuff to news shows about why it closed, it'll get more people mad, but if they don't go, they'll be setting a bad rep for people. Either way Disney has now dug a hole that they can't get out of.

If Disney decides not to close VMK, they still have that bad rep on them, not as bad, but still bad.

~HAMD

We've enjoyed this game so long,
for almost three whole years.
We've all supported Disney,
and wore our Mickey Ears.

When they said the game was closing,
our hearts just seemed to crack,
but instead of only crying,
we decided to fight back.

We will not lose this big battle,
we're not gonna turn it down,
the game is like our home,
our very friendly town.

I know that we are sad,
I know the staff are, too,
but instead of losing hope,
there is something you can do.

Call the news, support,
support it all the way.
Pick up your phone, scream out,
"we are VMK!"

We've enjoyed this game so long,
for almost three whole years.
We've all supported Disney,
and wore our Mickey Ears.

When they said the game was closing,
our hearts just seemed to crack,
but instead of only crying,
we decided to fight back.

We will not lose this big battle,
we're not gonna turn it down,
the game is like our home,
our very friendly town.

I know that we are sad,
I know the staff are, too,
but instead of losing hope,
there is something you can do.

Call the news, support,
support it all the way.
Pick up your phone, scream out,
"we are VMK!"

Good work on the poem.

We've enjoyed this game so long,
for almost three whole years.
We've all supported Disney,
and wore our Mickey Ears.

When they said the game was closing,
our hearts just seemed to crack,
but instead of only crying,
we decided to fight back.

We will not lose this big battle,
we're not gonna turn it down,
the game is like our home,
our very friendly town.

I know that we are sad,
I know the staff are, too,
but instead of losing hope,
there is something you can do.

Call the news, support,
support it all the way.
Pick up your phone, scream out,
"we are VMK!"
Very nice! A nice rhyme scheme and true!

~HAMD

I'm assuming DIG is getting a bazillion phone calls. I just called and got put on hold. Haven't tried the other numbers.

Thanks. I worked for a few minutes on it. Its funny; when you feel so strongly about something, the words just seem to pour out of your mouth.


EDIT:

What's Disney's numbers? All of them, please. :balloon:

Guys... This is a waste of time.

Really, there are maybe... 5-6000 people who actively play VMK.
Maybe 3000 maximum are spazzing out about VMK closing. That's not a lot, there are millions of people in America.
Anyway, not all of the people playing live in America! I know there are some in Canada, England, et cetera.
There's not enough people to make this a big deal.
But, good luck anyway.

~Spotty

Guys... This is a waste of time.

Really, there are maybe... 5-6000 people who actively play VMK.
Maybe 3000 maximum are spazzing out about VMK closing. That's not a lot, there are millions of people in America.
Anyway, not all of the people playing live in America! I know there are some in Canada, England, et cetera.
There's not enough people to make this a big deal.
But, good luck anyway.

~Spotty

Please tell me that you did not just say that. Please tell me that you didn't.

I'd like to point out to you that Disney BLOCKED their e-mails. Disney. THE COMPANY.

Thousands out of millions can make a difference. You just need a good attitude, and you can't give up.

Guys... This is a waste of time.

Really, there are maybe... 5-6000 people who actively play VMK.
Maybe 3000 maximum are spazzing out about VMK closing. That's not a lot, there are millions of people in America.
Anyway, not all of the people playing live in America! I know there are some in Canada, England, et cetera.
There's not enough people to make this a big deal.
But, good luck anyway.

~Spotty

It only takes one person to make a difference! NEVER think that you don't matter.

Guys... This is a waste of time.

Really, there are maybe... 5-6000 people who actively play VMK.
Maybe 3000 maximum are spazzing out about VMK closing. That's not a lot, there are millions of people in America.
Anyway, not all of the people playing live in America! I know there are some in Canada, England, et cetera.
There's not enough people to make this a big deal.
But, good luck anyway.

~Spotty

If everyone in the world thought like this a long time ago, where would we be today? ONE person can make a difference, don't try to crush our hopes. Don't try to encourage us to quit because we won't. What good will that do for you anyway?

Peter Gabriel | Don’t Give Up lyrics

In this proud land we grew up strong
We were wanted all along
I was taught to fight, taught to win
I never thought I could fail

No fight left or so it seems
I am a man whose dreams have all deserted
Ive changed my face, Ive changed my name
But no one wants you when you lose

Dont give up
cos you have friends
Dont give up
Youre not beaten yet
Dont give up
I know you can make it good

Though I saw it all around
Never thought I could be affected
Thought that wed be the last to go
It is so strange the way things turn

Drove the night toward my home
The place that I was born, on the lakeside
As daylight broke, I saw the earth
The trees had burned down to the ground

Dont give up
You still have us
Dont give up
We dont need much of anything
Dont give up
cause somewhere theres a place
Where we belong

Rest your head
You worry too much
Its going to be alright
When times get rough
You can fall back on us
Dont give up
Please dont give up

got to walk out of here
I cant take anymore
Going to stand on that bridge
Keep my eyes down below
Whatever may come
And whatever may go
That rivers flowing
That rivers flowing

Moved on to another town
Tried hard to settle down
For every job, so many men
So many men no-one needs

Dont give up
cause you have friends
Dont give up
Youre not the only one
Dont give up
No reason to be ashamed
Dont give up
You still have us
Dont give up now
Were proud of who you are
Dont give up
You know its never been easy
Dont give up
cause I believe theres the a place
Theres a place where we belong

Why not? I mean seriously atleast it would be different then the same thing we see on the news for the last how many years?


uhm, you don't think politics and global warming and the presidential election is less important that a virtual game?
that stuff belongs in the news, not vmk.

uhm, you don't think politics and global warming and the presidential election is less important that a virtual game?
that stuff belongs in the news, not vmk.

She was saying that she wanted some NEW news in the news. Not the same old stuff that's always on.

i'm contacting fox even if i'm going to disney myself and failed to get to fox i'm gonna try alot of things

Im totally with ya retro:) and I love that poem, and i will keep it on microsoft word..and also, dont forget those radio stations! I might mae a site giving info on places to contact (such as Ellen), fight the power!

I'm not trying to "crush your hopes."
I'm just stating my opinions.
The number of people wasn't the main point of my post...
I was trying to state that you're majorly overreacting.
It's a virtual game. It was always intended to be a temporary promotion.
We're all sad to see it go, but please, you're being melodramatic.
Contacting the news?
They've done stories on internet addiction and such to inform you. Also, more of the population is addicted to the Internet.
Very few play VMK.
Really, guys, you're being silly.
It's a wasted effort.

Like I said, we're all sad to see it go, but you're getting too worked up. Relax. C'est lavi`.

~Spotty

Oh My Gosh CNN Replied To Me And Said They Are Going To E-Mail Me ASAP With More Information On This! I Know It Was Supposivly On CNN But Now It May Be For Real It May Have A Chance!

Do you have the exact reply? (:

Yes I Do! Here It Is:


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woot. I already sent emails to my local newspaper and I think that they're gonna write about it!! :)

Guys... This is a waste of time.

Really, there are maybe... 5-6000 people who actively play VMK.
Maybe 3000 maximum are spazzing out about VMK closing. That's not a lot, there are millions of people in America.
Anyway, not all of the people playing live in America! I know there are some in Canada, England, et cetera.
There's not enough people to make this a big deal.
But, good luck anyway.

~Spotty
Did I just hear the word " not "? come out of that post? No no no no no..and plus, there is a lot more ppl..and from hearing about vmk closing, a lot are playing until it closes to get whats left of it, but i KNOW VMK wont close, cause im like that, and so are the other thousands of people who are with me:):balloon::wave2::balloon::please::142:

I Am So Happy! I LOVE CNN Lol

At The End It Was Said But They Sent More Info But It's WAY To Long LOL But That Is Proof On It Was Recieved!

'im going to talk with disney no matter what and plus if we give up we won't win the war disney may win the battle but we will win this war!

I'm not trying to "crush your hopes."
I'm just stating my opinions.
The number of people wasn't the main point of my post...
I was trying to state that you're majorly overreacting.
It's a virtual game. It was always intended to be a temporary promotion.
We're all sad to see it go, but please, you're being melodramatic.
Contacting the news?
They've done stories on internet addiction and such to inform you. Also, more of the population is addicted to the Internet.
Very few play VMK.
Really, guys, you're being silly.
It's a wasted effort.

Like I said, we're all sad to see it go, but you're getting too worked up. Relax. C'est Lavi`.


~Spotty

Ok,

1. VMK isn't "just a game" to most players. We have made friends, grown bonds, AND it keeps people who can't visit the Parks in reach of the Disney Magic. It does something ToonTown, & Pirates just cannot do.

2. VMK, nor Disney told us that this was to be a temporary promotion until the closing announcement was made. All we knew before the announcement was made, is that it was made for the 50th Anniversary of Disneyland.

3. How do you call 3,000 - 5,000 people per day low? I would call that an amazing feet.

4. None of us are really "overreacting". This game is as important to us, as it is maybe your favorite TV Show, or a Favorite Movie. Maybe they want to tear down a favorite attraction at the Theme Parks, who many people enjoy and have very fond memories of. This is not overreacting.

Do not take any offense to this, but we are doing this to save OUR treasure. Something WE love and hold dear. The fight is ALL worth it.

*(Plays Inspiring Speech Music)*

Seems like it is being considered, good job and I really hope it happens. (:

Thx So Much :)

I'm not trying to "crush your hopes."
I'm just stating my opinions.
The number of people wasn't the main point of my post...
I was trying to state that you're majorly overreacting.
It's a virtual game. It was always intended to be a temporary promotion.
We're all sad to see it go, but please, you're being melodramatic.
Contacting the news?
They've done stories on internet addiction and such to inform you. Also, more of the population is addicted to the Internet.
Very few play VMK.
Really, guys, you're being silly.
It's a wasted effort.

Like I said, we're all sad to see it go, but you're getting too worked up. Relax. C'est lavi`.

~Spotty

Stop It! Stop, stop stop stop! your being a party pooper, anything is possible, and your weighting down our air balloon filled with the people who believe!
If your going to be negative, please, dont ruin our discussion
P.S. Sorry, I just had some cafinated foods.

Is it just me, or does that look like a pre-made reply?
I don't know... It just does.
Well. Good luck.

~Spotty

Stop It! Stop, stop stop stop! your being a party pooper, anything is possible, and your weighting down our air balloon filled with the people who believe!
If your going to be negative, please, dont ruin our discussion
P.S. Sorry, I just had some cafinated foods.

VERY well put! Kudos! :wave2:

Yes I Do! Here It Is:

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Because of the volume of story suggestions we receive, we are unable to reply with information on whether or not it will be used.

Thank you again for sending it our way.

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I hate to disappoint, but that is a standard submission letter automatically sent out upon receiving a story. That is a form letter. They send that out regardless of the story content.

Basically, don't wait by the phone. :)

It Was A Reply And Give It A Chance! VMK Might Come Back.

People Just Give VMK A Chance To Come Back Maybe It Will Dont DisDown The Hopes Of Many People.,.,.,.,.

While I agree that we should try in any way we can, I doubt CNN sees this as a newsworthy story. If it does any good, I will be the first to congratulate you on your efforts.

Just be careful I got banned ( Till May 7th )for complaining too much I wrote to corporate and Contacted VMK and so did Island Dreamer He was # 3 in Checkers !

Thank You. If I May Add, If I Do Get Anymore Info I Will Post It Up Here. You Never Know... This Miracle May Come True! You Know The Power Of The News Lol.

Well, it's pointless arguing with you, as you are going to be nothing but contradictory.
I didn’t mean to offend the hoard of VMK-obsessive people.
I just poked a hornet’s nest with a stick, and now they’re swarming.
Swarm, hornets! Swarm!
Okay, sorry. That was spazztic on my part.

Please, though… Retain some pride. It was funny, but now it’s just kind of sad.
That’s all I have to say. I'm going back to my position at the sidelines now.
Better to throw rocks at the hornet’s nest than poke it with a stick… Though, bad coordination might not help.

Anyway! Continue your wild schemes!

~Spotty

EDIT:: Post #176 inspired me. Well said, Spyro!
I'm also a "Here From Day 1" person, if that has any effect on my opinion.
I have a Stitch hat and Inferno... But, once again, I really don't think that has any effect on your views of me.
All right. That was random.

Well, I just wanted to comment on that post. You were better at stating your opinion than I was, Spyro.
Anyway! Back to the sidelines. Hopefully I can stay there...

I'm not trying to "crush your hopes."
I'm just stating my opinions.
The number of people wasn't the main point of my post...
I was trying to state that you're majorly overreacting.
It's a virtual game. It was always intended to be a temporary promotion.
We're all sad to see it go, but please, you're being melodramatic.
Contacting the news?
They've done stories on internet addiction and such to inform you. Also, more of the population is addicted to the Internet.
Very few play VMK.
Really, guys, you're being silly.
It's a wasted effort.

Like I said, we're all sad to see it go, but you're getting too worked up. Relax. C'est lavi`.

~Spotty
To you it might just be a virtual game, but VMK is much more to other people.
Maybe CNN is a bit much, but I don't think it's a wasted effort.
It only shows how much they really want it to stay.

I do find it weird that CNN would want to do a story on VMK though. Woah!

Ok,

1. VMK isn't "just a game" to most players. We have made friends, grown bonds, AND it keeps people who can't visit the Parks in reach of the Disney Magic. It does something ToonTown, & Pirates just cannot do.

2. VMK, nor Disney told us that this was to be a temporary promotion until the closing announcement was made. All we knew before the announcement was made, is that it was made for the 50th Anniversary of Disneyland.

3. How do you call 3,000 - 5,000 people per day low? I would call that an amazing feet.

4. None of us are really "overreacting". This game is as important to us, as it is maybe your favorite TV Show, or a Favorite Movie. Maybe they want to tear down a favorite attraction at the Theme Parks, who many people enjoy and have very fond memories of. This is not overreacting.

Do not take any offense to this, but we are doing this to save OUR treasure. Something WE love and hold dear. The fight is ALL worth it.

*(Plays Inspiring Speech Music)*

1. And hopefully by spending a large time in VMK forming those bonds you haven't lost track of real life in the process.

2. I do believe that, if not at an earlier time, yavn said so when he talked about closing the VMK Central areas in the real parks. That was step 1 to closing up shop.

3. 3,000 - 5,000 a large number? It is a big number, yes. But when you compare it to other online games, especially popular console-based video games or something of the like, there are games on the internet and otherwise that attract more than that.

4. I can understand some people are more into the game than others, but I honestly don't believe the destruction of this game is anything to cry over as so many of you stated your reaction was. The people that play it may be real, but the items, locales, and even friendships are quite virtual. Virtual stuff never did or will exist. I love my virtual friends, that's for sure, but do I know them? No. I don't know their name, their home, or what their life is like. They could be a nice little 12-year-old girl or a 35-year-old man. They could want to be my friend, or they may have an underlying ill intent to rob me of every virtual item I own, or worse. Even if their intent is to be my friend, that cannot go farther than the virtual realms of the game. They can give me virtual items, play the virtual mini-games with me, even compliment me on my virtual rooms, clothing, or other items. Still, it remains virtual. Having said all this, I think that crying over the loss of something virtual is a bit of an overreaction, yes. If your house burns down though, please, feel free to cry.

And just so you know who this is coming from, I'm a "Here From Day 1" person. I've got a Best Guest Room Pin, a Best Game Room Pin, an Inferno that I've had since forever, multiple well-decorated rooms that I've had forever, and countless friends that I've had forever on VMK. Still, over my three years of work on VMK, I've gotten nothing but virtual items and virtual friends that, all, sadly, shall fade away with the closing of VMK; yet, my real life shall go on quite unaffected. I'll miss VMK, I'll miss my virtual friends, but I shall go on.

Well I have to admit I am very proud of the VMK community. Everyone who is trying hard to keep VMK alive is learning a great deal about the US constitution. Believe it or not. We have free rights in this nation and I am so happy to see the new generation taking a matter like this to the next level to stand up for what they believe in. You are all protesting (peacefully I must add) and coming up with some great ideas to show Disney how much you disagree with their decision to close down VMK. True some people are going to tell you your efforts are futile, but you are not giving up. And believe it or not, emailing CNN with a story is a good way to get the message to Disney. As minute the chances are that the story will be picked up, you are still making a difference. With so many people writing to the media, you are believe it or not getting the message out to Disney that you are unhappy and they are listening. I am unsure at this point, if they will reconsider their decision, however you are still giving hope that this community may survive. Good work everyone! Keep it up! :)

1. And hopefully by spending a large time in VMK forming those bonds you haven't lost track of real life in the process.

2. I do believe that, if not at an earlier time, yavn said so when he talked about closing the VMK Central areas in the real parks. That was step 1 to closing up shop.

3. 3,000 - 5,000 a large number? It is a big number, yes. But when you compare it to other online games, especially popular console-based video games or something of the like, there are games on the internet and otherwise that attract more than that.

4. I can understand some people are more into the game than others, but I honestly don't believe the destruction of this game is anything to cry over as so many of you stated your reaction was. The people that play it may be real, but the items, locales, and even friendships are quite virtual. Virtual stuff never did or will exist. I love my virtual friends, that's for sure, but do I know them? No. I don't know their name, their home, or what their life is like. They could be a nice little 12-year-old girl or a 35-year-old man. They could want to be my friend, or they may have an underlying ill intent to rob me of every virtual item I own, or worse. Even if their intent is to be my friend, that cannot go farther than the virtual realms of the game. They can give me virtual items, play the virtual mini-games with me, even compliment me on my virtual rooms, clothing, or other items. Still, it remains virtual. Having said all this, I think that crying over the loss of something virtual is a bit of an overreaction, yes. If your house burns down though, please, feel free to cry.

And just so you know who this is coming from, I'm a "Here From Day 1" person. I've got a Best Guest Room Pin, a Best Game Room Pin, an Inferno that I've had since forever, multiple well-decorated rooms that I've had forever, and countless friends that I've had forever on VMK. Still, over my three years of work on VMK, I've gotten nothing but virtual items and virtual friends that, all, sadly, shall fade away with the closing of VMK; yet, my real life shall go on quite unaffected. I'll miss VMK, I'll miss my virtual friends, but I shall go on.

You act like your virtual items weren't important to you, and that just because it was virtual, why should it matter?

If someone (somehow) took those virtual items such as your Here Since Day 1 Pins, Inferno, Best Game Room would you not be upset?

To me, and i'm sure many VMK players, what does it matter that it's virtual? Many people watch online ride videos of Disney Theme Park rides, shows attractions, and all of these are "Keeping the Magic Within Their Reach!". That's what VMK does. It keeps us in touch with the Disney world, and theme parks. Virtual should not be a factor...

Not meaning to Rant.

Well I have to admit I am very proud of the VMK community. Everyone who is trying hard to keep VMK alive is learning a great deal about the US constitution. Believe it or not. We have free rights in this nation and I am so happy to see the new generation taking a matter like this to the next level to stand up for what they believe in. You are all protesting (peacefully I must add) and coming up with some great ideas to show Disney how much you disagree with their decision to close down VMK. True some people are going to tell you your efforts are futile, but you are not giving up. And believe it or not, emailing CNN with a story is a good way to get the message to Disney. As minute, the chances that the story will be picked up, you are still making a difference. With so many people writing to the media, you are believe it or not getting the message out to Disney that you are unhappy and they are listening. I am unsure at this point, if they will reconsider their decision, however you are still giving hope that this community may survive. Good work everyone! Keep it up! :)

It's people like you that give us the hope and inspiration we need.

Thank You! :wave2:

You act like your virtual items weren't important to you, and that just because it was virtual, why should it matter?

If someone (somehow) took those virtual items such as your Here Since Day 1 Pins, Inferno, Best Game Room would you not be upset?


I am one of those people who wouldn't care. I have better things to do than be upset about loosing my virtual items. Sure, some people worked very hard for them. Video games don't stay alive forever, though, and very much so promotion video games.
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Please note this is not directed to anyone not having "better things to do." I am saying that I am a person who gets over things easily. I am sorry if there was a misunderstanding, or I hurt someone's feelings.

1. And hopefully by spending a large time in VMK forming those bonds you haven't lost track of real life in the process.

2. I do believe that, if not at an earlier time, yavn said so when he talked about closing the VMK Central areas in the real parks. That was step 1 to closing up shop.

3. 3,000 - 5,000 a large number? It is a big number, yes. But when you compare it to other online games, especially popular console-based video games or something of the like, there are games on the internet and otherwise that attract more than that.

4. I can understand some people are more into the game than others, but I honestly don't believe the destruction of this game is anything to cry over as so many of you stated your reaction was. The people that play it may be real, but the items, locales, and even friendships are quite virtual. Virtual stuff never did or will exist. I love my virtual friends, that's for sure, but do I know them? No. I don't know their name, their home, or what their life is like. They could be a nice little 12-year-old girl or a 35-year-old man. They could want to be my friend, or they may have an underlying ill intent to rob me of every virtual item I own, or worse. Even if their intent is to be my friend, that cannot go farther than the virtual realms of the game. They can give me virtual items, play the virtual mini-games with me, even compliment me on my virtual rooms, clothing, or other items. Still, it remains virtual. Having said all this, I think that crying over the loss of something virtual is a bit of an overreaction, yes. If your house burns down though, please, feel free to cry.

And just so you know who this is coming from, I'm a "Here From Day 1" person. I've got a Best Guest Room Pin, a Best Game Room Pin, an Inferno that I've had since forever, multiple well-decorated rooms that I've had forever, and countless friends that I've had forever on VMK. Still, over my three years of work on VMK, I've gotten nothing but virtual items and virtual friends that, all, sadly, shall fade away with the closing of VMK; yet, my real life shall go on quite unaffected. I'll miss VMK, I'll miss my virtual friends, but I shall go on.

I agree we should move on, but not yet. Not until the day VMK closes. If we can do something we should. I was very shy person because i didn't like attention and stuff but when i started vmk i started becoming extremely outgoing and nice. When playing vmk i can be whatever i want to because no one judges me for my real looks and personality. I have made plenty of friends on vmk who do more for me than my real friends do and i'm very upset with losing connection with them

ok everyone i think we are wining this battle we got Cast Members from the disney parks on our side plus we got the news!

Where did we get park cast members on our side?

i got a family member who is a cast member and they are from the parks and plus all the other hidden cast members from the parks who play vmk and want it to stay open

Park cast members have no more power over VMK than the rest of us. More voices always help, but they hold no special power.

We have a good chance to win this!

I am one of those people who wouldn't care. I have better things to do than be upset about loosing my virtual items. Sure, some people worked very hard for them. Video games don't stay alive forever, though, and very much so promotion video games.
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Please note this is not directed to anyone not having "better things to do." I am saying that I am a person who gets over things easily. I am sorry if there was a misunderstanding, or I hurt someone's feelings.

People aren't sad about VMK closing because their gonna be losing their stuff. Its about their friends. Everyone is going to be losing their best friends. Ever thought of that? I guess not.

People aren't sad about VMK closing because their gonna be losing their stuff. Its about their friends. Everyone is going to be losing their best friends. Ever thought of that? I guess not.

As I said at least five times in the #vmkforums, the only reason I will miss VMK is because I am losing my friends. Half of them I won't even be able to contact. I was merely quoting and voicing my own opinion.

so so sorry. I didn't realize.

Ok guys, did anyone call channel 2? 11 'o clock news? channel 4 news? common people we need these stations! If parents would see what a big chaios this is turning into, im SURE they will join us! No, I KNOW they will join us! THINK about it! If they see their kids fighting like real adults, don't you think they would think that they had matured their children? And once they hear that the other options for their children's gaming is violent, don't you think parents will begin to throw a fit about Disney's idea for "fun"? My best friend has started VMK in December since he can't go to Walt Disney World or Disneyland and he has told me that this game means more to him then any real theme park he has ever been to. Here is a poem desribing what i "predict":

It all started
with fun and joy
now our fun ends
with cries of girls and boys

We will be heard
no doubt about it
we'll call every news station
we know our story will fit

It's too hard to let go
to the friends we have made
I refuse to say goodbye
when VMK ends that day

I will fight to my grave
I will fight 'till we're dead
Disney will hear
Every word we have said

We will win this battle
Disney will see
They can't shut me up
No, not me!

*stands firmly on ground, hands on hips, glaring at yavn*