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Forum - Competitions, Events & News - Update - content store - Messages http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Forum - Competitions, Events & News - Update - content store - Messages en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Jitbit AspNetForum Tue, 06 Oct 2015 21:42:11 GMT Tue, 06 Oct 2015 21:42:11 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from Farscaper
I haven't taken the time to fully analyze what might be causing the problem, but I'm likely to wear out my welcome offering suggestions over time. Nothing to do with the technical side, just marketing.

I do realize that the entire process is quite complex and not every great idea bears fruit. I've had several duds when it comes to some of my own websites and brainstorms but I believe my unique perspective, along with the long-time wisdom of the program's key supporters could not only keep this project alive but thriving.

Anyway, I ramble. I love the program and hope to see it live long and prosper. That's why I'm humbly asking for a bit of leeway when it comes to mentioning even the concept of improvement changes. No one likes to be told they should change the nappies on their beautiful baby.]]> Tue, 06 Oct 2015 21:42:11 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MrDrWho13
I think the chemistry pack was something that was started a while ago, and just needed finishing and testing before release. The "other" content pack I talked about isn't official, and has not started testing - I'd say they're probably going to sort out the key frame stuff before they get round to the next content pack. (Of course, a lot of what I say is speculation based on Muvizu's past. The time frames that I say are deliberately vague).

Muvizu is probably not going to fall down the pitfall which iClone did. You can see that the core program, and most of the functionality is based in Muvizu:Play+; whereas the content packs are just extra features like objects/characters. You can obviously import your own objects so this isn't a problem for those who don't want the extra packs. Personally, I think they could bring the price of Play+ up to £50 if needed.

Also, the merging of the asset section and store shows that there's potential for users to monetize their own assets in the future.

PatMarrNC, you're right about the updates showing that Digimania are giving Muvizu some love again. Stick around for after they finish the waypoints, they'll probably start pumping out content packs and store changes to improve Muvizu.

As an end note, I would have said that the update was going to come out today, but I wasn't sure how secret it was.
MrDrWho13 wrote:

PatMarrNC wrote:

"mid August" became "mid Sept" which became "by the end of the month"
Now it's pretty much the end of the month. Any news?

Stick around, there's still a chance it'll be September.

-Yesterday
edited by MrDrWho13 on 30/09/2015]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 20:20:28 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from PatMarrNC
yet it remains true that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

What excites me here is not so much the immediate potential for new stuff as the demonstration that Digimania has decided to keep the product alive. Any movement at all means the horse ain't dead yet. ;-)

And yes, that pleases me.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 20:14:02 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from CloudNinja 1 - "Muvizu Play +" application (which was available for purchase prior to the Store launch)
2 - "Chemistry Pack" - NEW! Very cool although I'm curious how this got chosen as the first content pack to be released vs. more common scenarios like a medieval village or insert-your-fav-historic-time-period-or-scene here...
3 - all of the content from the "Gallery" but rebranded as the "Store"...I'm appreciative to not have to pay for what was FREE previously...
Um, that's it? Any new characters ("Mandy" doesn't officially count since she was available before if you have MP+)? And now "Another pack will be on its way, but probably not for a little while"?!
Forgive me for seeming to be underwhelmed - but did I miss something? Is this what all the excitement and anticipation was about?
I hope more content packs as well as new characters are about to be released but more sooner than later...
Did I miss something here?
Also - I would caution about (over) charging for content add ons...as an example: iClone seems like a great & relatively cheap animation software but they rigged it (terrible pun intended) so that you need all the add-ons to really do something cool and it becomes a fortune - BIG turn off....
thoughts?
.cn]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 19:49:28 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MrDrWho13 PatMarrNC wrote:

In my opinion, since Muvizu has made it so easy to get the full version, they should at least monetize the product through sale of add-on content. In that context, I am especially pleased to see the store, because it suggests new revenue that will keep MUVIZU around for a long time to come.

They're one step ahead of you, that exactly what's happening.

]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:47:27 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from PatMarrNC
However, there are a variety of marketing schemes. A certain music creation software (Reaper I think is its name) has a low entry level price, but they make their money by selling accessories after people get the product for practically nothing.

In my opinion, since Muvizu has made it so easy to get the full version, they should at least monetize the product through sale of add-on content. In that context, I am especially pleased to see the store, because it suggests new revenue that will keep MUVIZU around for a long time to come.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:45:14 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MrDrWho13 PatMarrNC wrote:

Cool!

Where can we find an official announcement? As of this writing I haven't received an email or seen anything here on the forum...

There will probably be something in the blog soon.
Main updates:

Update with bug fixes and some other things to the main program.
You can now buy the chemistry set pack which includes effects and objects in the store: http://www.muvizu.com/Store
Another pack will be on its way, but probably not for a little while

edited by MrDrWho13 on 30/09/2015]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:35:29 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from PatMarrNC
Where can we find an official announcement? As of this writing I haven't received an email or seen anything here on the forum...

EDIT=============
ohhhh, I see.. just click STORE on the header menu! Awesome!

"Let's go look and see what's there" he said enthusiastically....
edited by PatMarrNC on 30/09/2015]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 18:29:07 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from Danimal Wed, 30 Sep 2015 17:05:38 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from Danimal CloudNinja wrote:

Any updates/news about this from the Staff, Moguls or Testers?

I can confirm that I have personally seen it as a part of a test, though how finished it is or when it's going live I don't know. It's very certainly being developed though.]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 12:47:25 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from CloudNinja Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:03:43 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from Bob-Albion

Or we might have to hang around

till Christmas.

Muvizu updates have stalled.

edited by Bob-Albion on 30/09/2015]]> Wed, 30 Sep 2015 02:18:13 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MrDrWho13 PatMarrNC wrote:

If we had quadrapeds, I'd create a dead horse so I could beat it. ;-)

"mid August" became "mid Sept" which became "by the end of the month"
Now it's pretty much the end of the month. Any news?

I'm not complaining here, just curious. I love this software and as soon as new stuff becomes available, I want it. ;-)

Stick around, there's still a chance it'll be September.

]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2015 07:14:49 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from PatMarrNC
"mid August" became "mid Sept" which became "by the end of the month"
Now it's pretty much the end of the month. Any news?

I'm not complaining here, just curious. I love this software and as soon as new stuff becomes available, I want it. ;-)]]> Mon, 28 Sep 2015 23:51:52 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MrDrWho13 PatMarrNC wrote:

That exchange happened last week. What's the likelihood for THIS week?
(Or even NEXT week?)

Hopefully the holdup is that it takes time to add all the features that have ever been asked for... ;-)

I'm not going to say anything with certainty, but it should be ready before the end of the month. (Expect delays on the following features too)]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2015 09:09:40 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from PatMarrNC MrDrWho13 wrote:

CloudNinja wrote:

Hi! Is the mid-Sept release targeted for this week or next week?

thank you!
.cn

I think it's unlikely to be this week.

That exchange happened last week. What's the likelihood for THIS week?
(Or even NEXT week?)

Hopefully the holdup is that it takes time to add all the features that have ever been asked for... ;-)
edited by PatMarrNC on 22/09/2015]]> Tue, 22 Sep 2015 02:38:00 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MrDrWho13 CloudNinja wrote:

Hi! Is the mid-Sept release targeted for this week or next week?

thank you!
.cn

I think it's unlikely to be this week.]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2015 17:58:05 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from CloudNinja

thank you!
.cn]]> Wed, 16 Sep 2015 17:54:25 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from Dreeko Thanks for that, and the swift reply!]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2015 14:06:59 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MuvizuTeam

Hi Dreeko

All being well, yes - the guys are working hard to get both elements ready for the September release]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2015 12:50:11 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from Dreeko MuvizuTeam wrote:

Hi All,

I know some of you have been asking where the content store is as we did say it would be here by now.

Due to a number of challenges with render layers and our desire to get the next release to a point where we are happy and set for 'go live' - it will be a few more weeks. We are now looking at mid September.

Apologies for the lack of an update but we didn't want to announce anything until we knew for sure when this would now be available.

We are really sorry for the delay and thanks for your patience - it's really appreciated.

Thanks again,

Jo

...and will this release include the fabled keyframe functionality too?]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2015 12:34:58 GMT http://www.muvizu.com/Forum/topic5153-update--content-store.aspx Message from MuvizuTeam
I know some of you have been asking where the content store is as we did say it would be here by now.

Due to a number of challenges with render layers and our desire to get the next release to a point where we are happy and set for 'go live' - it will be a few more weeks. We are now looking at mid September.

Apologies for the lack of an update but we didn't want to announce anything until we knew for sure when this would now be available.

We are really sorry for the delay and thanks for your patience - it's really appreciated.

Thanks again,

Jo]]> Wed, 02 Sep 2015 12:29:40 GMT