Frequently Asked Questions
  • Who runs this place anyway?
    That would be me, ThatJoshGuy.


  • ThatJoshGuy, huh? So is your name Josh?
    Could be. What's it to you? ;)


  • I have a question for you. How can I contact you?
    Send me wookiemail, or you can email me at admin@iron-wookie.com


  • What's with the name?
    Blame Gingerman. He told me it would be a good band name, but I can't play any instruments.


  • What is WookieMail?
    The private messaging system for the arcade.


  • What is this challenge thing mentioned on people's profiles?
    Challenges are a way to take on other users one-on-one. While none of the games on Iron-Wookie Arcade are multiplayer (yet), the challenge system allows you to choose a game and see who can get the highest score in one week. The winner gets bragging rights, an award on their profile, and a chunk of EXP.
    To issue a challenge, click on someone's username to view their profile. Under their username you will find a link to issue a challenge. Choose a game from the drop-down menu, and click "Send Challenge." The Challengee will recieve WookieMail, advising they have been challenged. They can either accept or deny the challenge (you will be notified of either). Once a challenge is accepted you will be notified and the challenge begins! Simply play the chosen game as normal, and the Wookie will keep track of both of your scores on the game page. You have one week from the day the challenge is accepted to get the highest score you can. You can keep track of your current challenges on the "My Wookie" page.


  • What are EXP?
    EXP stands for experience points. You gain EXP by playing games, getting high scores, improving your own scores, and winning challenges. As you gain EXP, you will "level up," achieving a higher rank (and more bragging rights). The EXP system works as follows:
    • Playing any game - 5 EXP.
    • Improving your score - 50 EXP.
    • Getting the top score - 500 EXP.
    • Winning a challenge - 1000 EXP.


    The leveling system works as follows:
    • 0-9999 EXP - Level 1 Newbie
    • 10000-19999 EXP - Level 2 Player
    • 20000-39999 EXP - Level 3 Big Timer
    • 40000-79999 EXP - Level 4 Hardcore
    • 80000-149999 EXP - Level 5 Dominator
    • 150000-199999 EXP - Level 6 Elite
    • 200000+ EXP - Level 8 Legendary


  • Do all games have high scores?
    No, a lot of games do not. You will still gain 5 EXP each time you play them though.


  • How can I change my password or update my profile?
    All user administration is handled on the "My Wookie" page. You will find a link directly under the logout button on any page. You will also find a list of your current challenges here.


  • Can I change my avatar?
    Absolutely. GO to the "My Wookie" page and click on "Edit Avatar" on the right-hand side of the page.


  • Can I change my username?
    While I would rather you didn't for sake of knowing who's who, yes you can. Send me a WookieMail with the name you would like and I will change it for you.


  • What is a Gamertag?
    Your Gamertag is like your personal business card. It displays your username, avatar, rank, EXP, and how many high scores you currently hold. You can place it on any website (MySpace,Facebook,Twitter, etc.) to show off your skills. It is automatically updated, and is easily embedded into any website (MySpace,Facebook,Twitter, etc.) using the HTML or BBCode provided in the My Wookie section. Simply copy and paste!


  • I made a game and I'd like to put it on your site!
    Send me WookieMail or email me and we'll talk.


  • Can I be a moderator?
    Probably not. Don't take it personally though, I just like doing things on my own.


  • I have another question not answered here.
    Send me WookieMail or email me.