Release Archive for 2009
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Zattikka Unleashes Phantom Mansion: The Orange Library In The App Store
Second Episode in the Critically Acclaimed <i>Phantom Mansion: Spectrum of Souls</i> Series Now Available for the iPhone and iPod Touch
LONDON - December 31, 2009Zattikka, the leading online and mobile gaming company, today announced the launch of a new game for the iPhone and iPod touch, Phantom Mansion: The Orange Library. As the second episode in the critically acclaimed Phantom Mansion: Spectrum of Souls series, the game features a new wing of the mysterious mansion, along with new rooms, puzzles and ghoulish obstacles.
In Phantom Mansion: The Orange Library... Read more
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Joymax Clears the Way to the Holy Land of Seal in Fantasy MMORPG Deco Online
Major Update Brings Five New Dungeons, New Item Sets, and a Double Experience Event Lasting Until January 26
IRVINE, Calif. - December 30, 2009Joymax, an independent developer and publisher of interactive entertainment for the global market, today announced the launch of a major update for fantasy MMORPG Deco Online, the Holy Land of Seal. Players can now reach an increased level cap of 110 and deck themselves out in the newly-added Ruin and Seal item sets, and they might just need that extra power to survive the... Read more
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Orbital on iPhone Goes “Supernova”
New Game Mode Incorporates Player Feedback
Rapperswil, SWITZERLAND - December 23, 2009Christmas has come early this year for iPhone users everywhere as one of the platform’s most popular and celebrated games has been updated with a brand new game mode to keep you entertained over the Holidays. Orbital 1.2 introduces the new mode, Supernova.
Supernova mode incorporates the most requested features as determined by a fan poll. The new shot mechanism allows you to pinpoint your orb placement by... Read more
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Industry’s First 3D Gaming Summit Announced Focusing on Gaming, Entertainment & Innovation
Entertainment veterans launch 3D Gaming Summit™, April 2010 event in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, CA & MILFORD, CT - December 22, 2009Bob Dowling former Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of the Hollywood Reporter and President of The Bob Dowling Group based in Los Angeles and Unicomm, LLC a Connecticut based leading event management company announced today the creation of the 3D Gaming Summit™. Brought to you by the producers of the widely acclaimed 3D Entertainment Summit™, this high level... Read more
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geoSpark 1.1 Jolts the App Store with New Sparks, Achievements and More
Free Update to the iPhone’s Most Electric Action-Puzzle Game Now Available for Download
ST. LOUIS and WASHINGTON - Dec. 22, 2009Critical Thought Games and Imangi Studios, two of the top independent iPhone development studies, today announced that the first free update to their electrifying collaboration, geoSpark, is available on the App Store.
geoSpark 1.1 brings a slew of improvements to the addictive, fast-paced puzzle game, including:
• Four new Sparks with all new behaviors
• A new Special... Read more -
New Study Reveals Success of Knocking™ Live Pic Sharing Developed by Sourcebits
Sourcebits Enables Pointy Heads Software to Launch a Top 50 iPhone Application
BANGALORE, India - December 22, 2009Sourcebits, one of the world’s top destinations for iPhone, Mac, Android and Web software development, today revealed a case study that outlines their approach in developing a highly successful photo sharing iPhone application, Knocking™ Live Pic Sharing, for Pointy Heads Software. The study explores the critical role that Sourcebits played in the development of Knocking Live Pic Sharing, an easy-to-use photo sharing tool where users can share extensive albums without long download times. ... Read more
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SPIL GAMES Brings Online Hit Game Beauty Resort 2 To The iPhone & iPod Touch
HILVERSUM, the Netherlands - Dec. 21, 2009SPIL GAMES, the worldwide leader in online gaming websites (comScore Media Metrix), is excited to announce the release of its first game for the iPhone and iPod touch: Beauty Resort 2. Now available in the iTunes App Store, this spa-themed time management game allows gamers to help salon-owner Heather build her spa business into a beauty empire.
Millions of players have already enjoyed the online version of Beauty Resort and its sequel, Beauty Resort 2... Read more
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Earn Rare, Limited Edition In-game Items with Redbana Rewards
Redbana US Unveils Special Prepaid Card Incentive Program for Online Free-to-Play Games
SAN FRANCISCO - December 18, 2009Redbana US today announced the launch of a new customer incentive program called Redbana Rewards, which credits every Redbana Prepaid Card purchase with “Reward Tokens” that can be redeemed for rare in-game items in all Redbana online games. Limited Edition Redbana Prepaid Cards are now available in select retail outlets across the US, to find a participating retailer near you, visit:... Read more
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LEGO and Bradford Rant Institute Pinpoint Chicago as Fourth Pod Landing Location
LEGO Fans Asked to Help Find Pod 4 and Unravel Hidden Messages; Images and Data from Pods 1 -3 Available
December 17, 2009LEGO and Bradford Rant Institute of Cosmic Kinesis scientists have determined that the fourth “pod” will land in Chicago this Friday afternoon, December 18th. Scientists picked up a strong signal from Pod 4, enabling them to predict the date and location with a high level of confidence. LEGO fans in the Chicago area are encouraged to help find Pod 4 and unravel the... Read more
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2009: The Year of Pocket God
Over 1.7M Units Sold; Over 10M Pygmies Tortured
SAN FRANCISCO - December 17, 2009With over 1.7M units sold and a pile of awards and accolades in its back pocket, Pocket God is the most popular paid app on the iPhone. Today, Bolt Creative and iPhone users worldwide have declared 2009 as “The Year of Pocket God.”
A sadistic deity simulator with a warped sense of humor and nearly 30 free updates under its belt, Pocket God puts players in the role of an omnipotent being who rules over a small... Read more
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Paradox Interactive Acquires Strategy Developer AGEOD
Paradox Interactive, the leading PC strategy publisher, announced today that it has acquired full ownership of AGE Studio, parent company of renowned French development studio AGEOD. This acquisition merges two titans of the strategy gaming community and adds a variety of upcoming titles to the expanding Paradox Interactive portfolio.
“We have played and enjoyed AGEOD’s titles for years and... Read more
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CJ Internet Launches the Open Beta of Free-to-Play Online Brawler Mini Fighter
Open Beta Brings Improved Performance to Online Action Game <i>Mini Fighter</i>
SEOUL, South Korea - December 17, 2009CJ Internet, the leading global entertainment company, today announced the start of Open Beta Testing for online action game Mini Fighter. Whether they’re a veteran of the closed betas or an up-and-coming warrior, players interested in sharpening their skills before the official launch can sign up for the Open Beta at http://global.netmarble.com/minifighter/.
“We want Mini Fighter... Read more
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Become King of Your Own Domain with New Map Editor for Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim
NEW YORK - December 17, 2009Paradox Interactive today has announced new content for the heralded fantasy strategy title, Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim. Subjects of the royal lands of Ardania can look forward to an expanded adventure with an upcoming patch, and for the first time, a free map editor that enables the loyal subjects of the Majesty 2 community to create their own missions and battles for themselves.
Upcoming Patch... Read more
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Open Network Entertainment Launches SafeCard for Young Gamers
Age-Specific Prepaid Card Launches with Fantage, Popular Children’s Online Community
Englewood Cliffs, NJ - December 17, 2009Open Network Entertainment, Inc (ONE) today announced the launch of the ONE SafeCard, an age-specific prepaid card for online games, worlds and social networks. With a focus on gamers 13 and under, the card is launching with the popular online community site Fantage.
“The ONE SafeCard not only ensures that children are provided access to age-appropriate gaming sites, but also enables... Read more
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'Tis the Season for Giving in Gates of Andaron
Start a Snowball Fight, Meet New Characters, and Collect Rare In-game Items During This Special Holiday Promotion
Karlsruhe, Germany - December 16, 2009Gameforge, the world's leading independent distributor of online games, today announced their upcoming Holiday promotion for Gates of Andaron, which offers players Holiday-themed activities to offer exclusive, limited edition in-game items. Starting on Dec. 17th and lasting until Dec. 30th, 2010, Gates of Andaron will be full of Holiday cheer with fresh decorations and unique quests to bring in the season.
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Hi-five! Free Brand-spanking New Updates for Finger Physics Slaps the App Store
Gameplay Update Includes Multiple New Levels for the Free and Full Versions
SEATTLE - Dec. 16, 2009PressOK Entertainment, a premier publisher of mobile games, today launched updates for both the Free and Full versions of Finger Physics, an insanely addictive puzzle game that pits your fingers against the, (supposedly) infinite power of the laws of physics. The new update, now available for download, adds 9 new levels to the Free version, and 27 new levels to the Full version of Finger Physics.
"After announcing the incredible success of the original Finger Physics... Read more
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Rise from Obscurity to Rule the World as Europa Universalis III: Heir to the Throne Launches
NEW YORK - December 15, 2009Paradox Interactive has today released the third expansion for the widely-acclaimed grand strategy title Europa Universalis III with Europa Universalis III: Heir to the Throne, available on all major digital distribution outlets priced for $19.99 and €19.99.
The historical strategy game features new content and features across the board... Read more
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Open Network Entertainment Games Its Way into Fred’s Hometown Discount Stores
Universal Prepaid Game Card Extends its Retail Reach for the Holiday Shopping Season
Englewood Cliffs, NJ - December 15, 2009Open Network Entertainment, Inc (ONE), a company formed by a joint venture between LTI Global - (US) and Payletter, Inc (Korea), announced today that its ONE Power-Up Game Card is now available for purchase in Fred’s Hometown Discount Stores (Fred’s) nationwide.
The ONE Power-Up Game Card is a value-added prepaid card for online games, virtual worlds and social networks... Read more
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Winter Arrives in Silkroad Online with the Launch of Legend IV Plus: Hotan Fortress
Joymax Announces a Fortress War Update and a Trio of Holiday Events for Fantasy MMORPG <i>Silkroad Online</i>
IRVINE, Calif. - Dec. 15, 2009Joymax, an independent developer and publisher of interactive entertainment for the global market, today announced the launch of Legend IV Plus: Hotan Fortress and the start of a trio of holiday events for Silkroad Online. From December 15 to January 12, 2010, players can take on snowy enemies in the Winter Story Event, reminisce about the past as part of the Goodbye... Read more
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Nyko Announces Product Lineup for Consumer Electronics Show 2010
Annual Event to Offer First Look at Hottest New Videogame Accessories
LOS ANGELES - December 15, 2009Nyko Technologies®, the leading videogame peripherals manufacturer, today announced a portion of its new lineup of products to be on display during the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show from January 7th–9th in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nyko will be showcasing its latest videogame accessories designed to enhance the consumer digital lifestyle on every console from the Wii™ to the Xbox 360®,... Read more
