Wonders of Egypt
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the Wonders of Egypt event in There.com. From Monday, June 17th to Sunday, June 30th embark on a journey to the land of sand and sun. Explore the majestic pyramids and uncover the secrets of the mysterious sarcophagus on the virtual island of Egypt.
Become an event host and create an ancient civilization adventure for the members of There. Organize a fun and engaging Egyptian-themed event or an adventure quest that leads participants on a thrilling exploration of the island of Egypt. As a reward, you’ll receive a special host gift for your efforts in providing engaging events in the virtual world There.
Want to join in on the fun? Head to the Activities page on There.com and enter the keyword EGYPT. You’ll find a list of scheduled events to sign up for. Whether it’s a treasure hunt, historical tour or dance party, there’s something exciting waiting for everyone during the Wonders of Egypt event.
Play the part of a great Pharoh or Egyptian Queen. Shop the Auctions for an array of fashion from ancient times. Our Designers have put together a beautiful Egyptian collection to choose from.
A new PortaZone (PAZ) community has emerged behind the great pyramid. Wander through the sandy desert and build your own PAZ oasis or marketplace to be entered into a drawing for a special Egyptian prize. Teleport to the PAZ community on the island of Egypt to begin your adventure.
Transform your PAZ into a scene from ancient Egypt. Use temples, pyramids, obelisks, jackals, clay jars and large statues to bring history to life. Create a lush desert oasis with palm trees, water features and an Egyptian boat. Let your creativity run wild and design a space fit for a Pharaoh or Queen Cleopatra. Shop Egyptian decorations in the Auctions.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to explore ancient Egypt and create lasting memories in the virtual world There.com. Get ready for an epic Egyptian adventure filled with mystery, history and fun!
Mac Alpha Testing Information
On May 24th, 2024 There.com announced that the company is searching for interested Thereians to test a Mac Alpha version of the virtual world game.
The first round of applicants are currently being reviewed and those that qualify will soon see an invitation from TestFlight. If you’d like to apply as a backup Mac tester, make sure you are running a current version of macOS 14 Sonoma. Send an email with your username to Feedback@thereinc.com and enter Mac Alpha Testing as the subject line. All Alpha testers will need to have a Premium membership to test the Mac client.
Michael Wilson, CEO of There.com has posted Tips & Tools for the There OSX Alpha Test to his personal blog I Am So There. Mr. Wilson will continue to communicate to the group of Alpha testers through his blog. Anyone interested in following the journey of the Alpha Mac test is also welcome to read the I Am So There blog for updates.
Please note, there is no projected release date for a macOS 14 There.com client. We are just at the very beginning stages of testing a Mac client version of our virtual world. This test does not include a version for the iPad or the iPhone.
Be One of the First Mac Alpha Testers for There.com!
Do you want to be among the pioneers exploring the virtual world of There.com on your Mac computer? We’re excited to announce that we’re seeking five dedicated macOS 14 users to test an Alpha version of There.com!
The test client is feature complete and does almost everything the Windows version does, but most likely will be unstable in the early phase. A current version of macOS 14 Sonoma is required. There is no minimum hardware spec because if your machine can run macOS 14, it can run the There.com virtual world platform.
We’re looking for testers who can articulate their experiences with precision. Clear, detailed reports outlining any encountered errors are crucial for our Engineers to address issues promptly. The There.com macOS 14 Alpha test client will be closed to anyone outside of the small, approved group of users. Testers should not re-distribute the test Mac client version to other Thereians.
If you are interested in testing the There.com virtual world on a Mac computer, email Feedback@thereinc.com with your username and verify which version of the macOS 14 client you are running. Enter “Mac Alpha Testing” as your email subject line. Only five Alpha testers will be chosen from the list of applicants. The five users will be invited to test the software through TestFlight, the macOS utility testing software.
Please note, there is no projected release date for a macOS 14 There.com client. We are just at the very beginning stages of testing a Mac client version of our virtual world.
Free Spirit Festival
Grab your tie-dye shirt and your hippie pants and get ready to feel the groove because the Free Spirit Festival is back, spreading its bohemian vibes across the digital realm of There.com! From April 14th to the 20th, we invite you to join us in a virtual celebration of music, peace, and the enduring spirit of RedStormRizing.
For years, the Free Spirit Festival has been a beacon of harmony and celebration of music, drawing kindred souls from all corners of There.com. This year the celebration honors the festival founder and creator, RedStormRizing. The RedWalk Cove neighborhood and the Thereian community will come together during the festival to honor the memory of RedStormRizing and her legendary virtual neighborhood creation, RedWalk Cove.
Nestled off the coast of Comet on a private island, RedWalk Cove is a testament to creativity and harmony, where every nook and cranny whispers of its creator’s boundless imagination. RedStormRizing built the small island community around a secret cove surrounded by sandy shores and grassy high ridges overlooking the ocean. There are over 40 unique builds scattered throughout the island community of RedWalk Cove. It takes a few hours just to thoroughly explore and visit every unique location.
As you wander through the lush landscapes RedStormRizing crafted – with waterfalls cascading into crystal-clear ponds, vibrant flowers swaying in the breeze, and whimsical houses tucked amid the greenery – you’ll discover her unmistakable touch, often accompanied by the playful presence of the abomination known as Keith scattered throughout. The mystical creature escaped the Circus of Doctor Seven and invaded the island of RedWalk Cove. Keith adapted to the terrain and weather rather quickly and soon multiplied.
RedStormRizing was more than just a builder; she was a maestro of melodies and a champion of sharing her passion for music by bringing the community together at events. Music permeated every corner of RedWalk Cove, infusing it with a rhythm and energy unlike any other.
Join us as we pay homage to RedStormRizing’s legacy during the Free Spirit Festival, where music will flow like a gentle stream and peace will reign supreme. Let’s come together in the virtual embrace of RedWalk Cove, united by our love for music, our reverence for creativity, and our shared desire to spread joy and harmony wherever we roam in the virtual world of There.
The Free Spirit Festival in There.com is gearing up to be an unforgettable experience, running from April 14th through the 20th. With a lineup packed full of fun and excitement, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s just a taste of what you can expect:
Quests: Embark on thrilling quests that will take you on a journey through the enchanting landscapes of RedWalk Cove. Solve puzzles, uncover secrets and earn rewards as you explore every corner of this magical world. Search the Activities page for special quest events to be held throughout the festival. Visit the Grand Falls Lot in RedWalk Cove for a one-stop-shop for links to all active Free Spirit Festival quests.
Gin Card Game: Test your skills and luck in a game of Gin, where every hand is a chance to make new friends and fun memories. Search the Activities page for the following Gin Games to be held throughout the festival.
-Free Spirit Jungle Gin
-Busty’s Final Genie Gin
-Free Spirit Noman Gin
-Dragon Rider’s Gin
-Gin & Vodka
Bingo: Feeling lucky? Grab your bingo card and dauber and join your host Susanszy of the BINGO Maniacs at 6:00 pm Pacific time on Monday, April 15th. Contact the host about setting up your BINGO card. Play to win!
Trivia: Put your knowledge to the test in a battle of wits during Tiki Talk Trivia hosted by Francis_7. From music history to pop culture, there’s a question for everyone! Sign up for trivia on Tuesday, April 16th at 7:30 pm Pacific.
Cross Country Racing: Rev up your engines and hit the track in a thrilling cross-country race that will push your driving skills to the limit. The race will be released on Friday, April 19th.
Spades: Gather your friends and dive into an intense game of Spades, where strategy and teamwork are the keys to victory. Join host xxxcometxxx on Friday, April 19th for a round of Spades.
Abomination Parade: Let your free spirit run wild at the legendary Abomination Parade where participants will wear Keith props and follow the host, Francis_7 around the RedWalk Cove community. Sign up to walk in the parade on Saturday, April 20th at 7:00 pm Pacific.
RedStormRizing Memorial: There community gathering for a tribute to the memory of RedStormRizing. All are welcome to attend the event to share good memories and stories on Wednesday, April 18th at 4:00 pm Pacific/7:00 pm Eastern with host Christone.
Final Gathering: This year marks the 7th anniversary of RedWalk’s Cove. Come together with friends for the end of the Free Spirit Festival. April 20th is the final day the RedWalk Cove neighborhood will be in operation and around for members to explore and enjoy. The neighborhood is retiring from operation with the passing of RedStormRizing. Quiet dice rolls, conversation, dancing, music and more will be happening during the final goodbye to RedWalk Cove and its founder.
Mark your calendars, sign up for scheduled activities and get ready to let your spirit soar at the Free Spirit Festival in There.com! Peace, love, and virtual adventures await.
Shop Free Spirit Festival decorations.
Developer Program Updates
ANNOUNCEMENT – The virtual world There.com has made several updates to documents in the Developer Program. We have also added the updates to the Peer Review item summary page. We kindly ask that all There Developers and Peer Reviewers read the updated documents and familiarize themselves with the changes.
The following Developer Program documents have been updated. To view the internal documents, you must first log into your There.com account and copy and paste the links into your browser window.
Developer Submission Guidelines
Below you’ll find a quick summary of the Developer Program changes. Please refer to the actual documents for full details regarding the recent changes in guidelines.
Expanded education about finding and tracking comments and reviews on cancelled submissions.
It is the Developer’s and the Peer Reviewer’s responsibility to know how to track comments left by Staff and other members on cancelled submissions.
- Every time a comment is left on a submission an autogenerated email is sent by the Developer Program to the Developer and all reviewers.
- The email is sent to your Avatar’s registered email address. You must have a valid email address on file to receive the system wide Theremail.
- The autogenerated email will include a link to the cancelled submission. Click on the link to access the submission comments, approvals and rejections.
The subject of the email will look something like this for example:
(Username)’s Review of (Designer’s Name) (Title of Item) received (pid 12345678)
Example Subject Line:
Pyrena_Zosime’s Review of Vash’s Frivolous Shirt received pid 1132830
If you are not receiving the autogenerated emails from the Developer Program in your inbox, make sure that your Avatar’s registered email address is up to date. You can update your email address in your Profile under Member Info. The next step is to check your email spam folder. The emails from the Developer program are sent from noreply@prod.there.com to your Avatar’s registered email address.
IMPORTANT: Add noreply@prod.there.com to your list of email contacts. This will help prevent the emails from landing in your spam folder.
There is a small possibility that your email provider will block all system wide emails sent from noreply@prod.there.com. In this case, you may want to create a new email address with a different email provider and make sure to update your Avatar’s registered email address.
Lowered the number of negative reviews from 5 to 3 required for submission cancellation.
If a submission item receives three (3) or more negative reviews, the Designer is REQUIRED to CANCEL the submission. It is the responsibility of the Designer to remove the rejected item from Product Submissions. If the item was rejected for technical reasons, it can be corrected and relisted back in Product Submissions. If the item was rejected due to a violation of the Developer Guidelines or the Terms of Service the submission may not be listed again.
New requirements for test item identification. Test items are now only allowed 14 days in Submissions.
Test items must clearly be marked that the product submission is in fact a test item.
- Mark the Title as a test item. Example: Test Item (Product Type) or Test Item Blue Shirt
- Mark the Description as a test item. Example: This blue shirt is a test item only.
- Mark the Thumbnail image as a test item. Example: The text overlay on the thumbnail image should explicitly say test item.
Test items can only remain in Peer Review for a maximum of two (2) weeks. It is the Designer’s responsibility to remove the test item after fourteen (14) days. If a test item is left in Peer Review for more than a fortnight it will be removed by Staff which will result in a loss of points for the Designer and any Peer Reviewer who left feedback.
Test items are not supposed to be approved. They are for testing purposes only. Peer Reviewers who consistently approve test only items will be issued an educational warning.
Guideline addition – No imagery of children allowed in the Developer Program.
Do not submit images of minor children to the There Developer Program. This includes real-life photos, filtered photos, AI photos or artwork of any person under the age of 18.
Please read and review the Developer Program guidelines and FAQs for a full detailed explanation of the 2024 updates.
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