User:Clay/Mobage Guide

"WIP"SideM's social game is hosted on the platform Mobage. Among fans, it is commonly referred to as the 'main game', 'SideMobage', or simply 'the Mobage'. Unlike LIVE ON ST@GE!, it does not require download or have a rhythm game section; however, the games are quite similar otherwise.

Making an Account
Conveniently, SideMobage does not require download, and can be accessed in mobile web browsers here. You must make a Mobage account to play through the browser:


 * 1) Go to http://sp.mbga.jp/ on your mobile device and scroll down to the section labeled 無料会員登録 (Register for Free).
 * 2) Insert your email address into the line provided. You must use a Gmail email or a Japanese email provider.
 * 3) Hit the button labeled 送信 (Send). This will send a confirmation email to the address you put in with a link to continue the registration process. Find the email sent to you from Mobage. It may take a few minutes to send. Once you find it, click on the link contained in the email.
 * 4) Continue registration from the link provided by Mobage. Here are the things it'll ask you for:
 * 5) Your gender (性別). Your only options are Male (男性) or Female (女性).  Your birth date (生年月日). 年 is the year, 月 is the month, 日 is the day.  Note: Minors have limits on the amount of Mobacoins they can purchase in a set period. Keep this in mind when deciding whether to give your real birth date or not.
 * 6) Whether you want to have your birth date displayed publicly. する is yes, しない is no.
 * 7) Your blood type (血液型).
 * 8) Your location (地域). Only locations in Japan are listed, so just pick something at random or keep the default location.
 * 9) Press the blue button once done.

There is a standalone app for the game on the Japanese version of the App Store/Google Play. It isn't necessary to create an account if you play through the app, although it's best to as you can continue your progress across multiple devices.

Tutorial
Upon entering the game, you'll enter a story about Ken Yamamura introducing you to DRAMATIC STARS. You will be given the choice to receive the basic R card of one of the DRAMATIC STARS idols. Which idol you pick doesn't matter, as the cards can easily be obtained later on.

My Desk
My Desk is the homepage of SideM. From here, it is possible to see your messages, SideMini updates, and your Ichioshi Unit. Scrolling down further will display campaign and event news.

Menu
In the header, there are links to different parts of the game:


 * My Desk
 * Business
 * Lessons
 * Scout Gacha
 * Event
 * Menu

The Menu button opens up into a bigger display when clicked, with these options.:


 * Business / Live / Audition Battle
 * Lesson / Change! / Scout Gacha
 * Unit Organization / Ichioshi Unit

Business
"Main page: Business"Business has your Idol working around different locations around the country, taking on different jobs from appearing on television or radio programs to handshake and autograph events. Doing Business and taking jobs are one way to earn Money and Fans.