The World of Neopets team has just publicly announced that they had been hit by a DDoS attack yesterday, with repercussions ongoing at this time. This is unfortunate yet welcome information for players who are having significant issues with the website. Numerous players had been reporting that they were having problems logging in, dealing with recurring 403 errors, and generally experiencing a very laggy website.
A quick technical update:Yesterday we were the target of a DDoS attack. The issue is currently being resolved, but certain users may be experiencing temporary soft-bans as an indirect result. We’re working diligently on this, and apologize for any inconvenience. Thanks Neopians!pic.twitter.com/aPyxrjWhWz
The Neopets team shared this news on multiple social media channels, including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Neopet users quickly thanked the new team for their communication and transparency.
Communication has been an issue with previous Neopets teams, undoubtedly due to the fact that there were minimal staff working on the website. When the World of Neopets team announced their takeover, financial situation, and other essential information, they mentioned that the website had been a financial loss for the last decade. Everyone working there was stretched thin in an attempt to cover all bases.
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As of now, the lack of communication in the past seems to be rectified. Neopets stated that they are in the process of restoring the website to its previous functionality and are requesting user patience at this time. In particular, there are issues when it comes to logging in. Multiple users are receiving temporary soft bans as a result. Users are assured that these will be rectified soon. Until then, all players can do is sit tight and wait until full website functionality is restored.
Priscilla Wells
Priscilla is both the weekend editor and a freelance writer at Prima Games. She began working at Prima Games in early 2023. Prior to this, she spent nine years writing for both her own personal gaming blog, and other related websites. Priscilla has grown up playing video games, and most often plays her PS5 and Nintendo Switch consoles. you’re able to find her playing Final Fantasy XIV, RuneScape, Pokemon GO, or lost in the latest RPG to release.
She is an Australian living in the United States with her American husband, three children, and her Basset Hound. Before moving to the United States, Priscilla obtained a Bachelors of Secondary Education majoring in English and Japanese Language. This allowed her to teach English and Japanese in a high school setting.
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