New Family Guy Video Game to Mobile Phones

The No. 1 Comedy on Television Moves to Mobile in Highly-Anticipated Game

Glu Mobile, a leading global publisher of mobile games, today announced that it will develop and publish a mobile game based on Family Guy, the top-rated TV comedy among teens and males 18-49. Glu’s Family Guy mobile game will launch in 2009 through Glu’s agreement with Fox Mobile Entertainment.

“We’re delighted to bring the humor and characters of Family Guy, known and loved by millions around the world, to the mobile arena,” said Jill Braff, senior vice president of global publishing, Glu. “Family Guy is among the most popular animated comedies on television today and we look forward to translating the show’s hilarity and excitement within a fun, interactive, and engaging mobile experience.”

Family Guy is the hit animated series from Executive Producer/Creator Seth MacFarlane. The show airs weekly during primetime on FOX, and is syndicated on TBS and Adult Swim. Family Guy is currently in its seventh season.

“Glu’s extensive experience developing successful licensed titles for the mobile platform makes them the ideal partner to bring the engaging and humorous characters of Family Guy to mobile consumers,” said Andrew Stalbow, senior vice president, Fox Mobile Entertainment. “We are excited to once again partner with Glu to deliver an authentic experience and a new way for our audience to interact with the Griffin family.”

Whack the Dead - Playful addicting game for iPhone, iPod Touch and Mac

Arriving in time for Halloween, Phelios, an independent Mac and PC game developer, has released their second game for iPhone and iPod Touch called, "Whack the Dead," which is also available for Windows and Mac OS X via http://www.iplayphonegames.com. Whack the Dead was created with the PTK game engine.

About Whack the Dead

Whack the Dead is a playful addicting game for iPhone, iPod Touch,Mac and PC. Eliminate the zombies, eery creatures and beings from beyond the grave by whacking them. Grab the grenade to get rid of the bad guys as quickly as possible, freeze them by tapping on a snowman.

Find ammunition and other bonuses to help you out and to increase your score. Don't whack the good guys, though! It can be tricky at times because players might find friendly folks and animals around but don't get rid of them. If you do, well, you lose time and points, and you end up whacking the wrong things. Focus on the guys with green skin and a blank look in their eyes.

Whack the Dead for iPhone and iPod Touch is available for $2.99 at the iTunes store located at the following link:
http://phobos.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=291592324&mt=8
Whack the Dead for Mac OS X and Windows is available as a freeware at the following web site address:
http://www.iplayphonegames.com

Dexter iPhone game in development

Marc Ecko Entertainment and Showtime Networks today announced that the upcoming “DEXTER” videogame for iPhone will be “investigative” in style and developed by Icarus Studios.

DEXTER is the story of Dexter Morgan, a forensic blood spatter expert for the Miami Dade Police Department who is secretly a serial killer who hunts down people who have escaped justice. The iPhone videogame based on DEXTER is a mystery game emphasizing investigation and problem solving - the player will analyze crime scenes, uncover evidence, and choose which brand of justice best suits the situation: the courts or the “Dark Passenger”. The effectiveness of every choice and interaction revolves around the Code of Harry: only kill the guilty, maintain the Mask, and, above all, don’t get caught! The game is now in development with Icarus Studios, a company that is leading the way in massively multiplayer online games, virtual worlds, and mobile entertainment experiences.

"I am so excited to have Icarus Studios on board to develop the DEXTER iPhone game,” said Marc Fernandez, Vice President of Marc Ecko Entertainment. “From the second we began this project we wanted to throw everything we had at it, that's exactly why we wanted Icarus Studios as a partner - a 100 person plus developer focusing their technology on making the DEXTER game the best it can possibly be."

“DEXTER is a fresh and cutting edge series with elements that are perfect for a handheld videogame, so we are thrilled by this opportunity,” said James Hettinger, CEO of Icarus Studios. “We are also extremely pleased to be working with Marc Ecko Entertainment and Showtime on this project. They are masters of entertainment and brands, so we could not be in better hands.”

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Sky Bubbles PC video game get mobile phone release

Alawar NewEdge Mobile, a leading publisher of Java games for mobile phones, announces a worldwide release of Sky Bubbles, previously available only for PC. Now casual game fans can enjoy one of the top 5 (2007) games on their mobile devices.

The PC version of the game developed by Visual Shape Games and published by Alawar Entertainment found great response among players and was kept at top positions for more than a month. Sky Bubbles (PC version known as “Sky Bubbles Deluxe”) features vivid graphics, intriguing storyline and addictive gameplay, which has made it extremely popular among logical arcade games’ fans all over the world.

The mobile version of the game, developed by New Edge, equals the PC version in brightness and addictivity and is expected to find even greater response among mobile casual games’ players.

The mobile Sky Bubbles encourage the player to meet in intellectual fight with the wicked wizard Caralight, who has taken hold of the dream-world and its inhabitants. A square game field with disorderly placed multicolored bubbles was chosen for a battleground. The task isn’t an easy one – to fight the evil one should make a combination of bubbles of the same color, which will release the souls captured in them by Caralight.

The release of the mobile version was motivated by the extreme popularity of the PC game, which took its rightful place among top 5 best-selling casual games in 2007. “Every year casual games become more and more popular in Russia”, says Olga Znamenskaja, Executive director at ANEM. “The PC casual games have already got a stable ground in the market, but gradually casual content gains its positions in mobile market as well, which provides for the new directions and additional opportunities for the game industry development. New Edge’s staff made a good job, developing Sky Bubbles, making the mobile version of this match3 game every bit as good as the PC version, so we expect it to win at least the same popularity among mobile casual games’ players”.

The mobile version of Sky Bubbles features:

- popular casual game genre;
- bright, vivid graphics;
- 25 levels;
- 3 different backgrounds;
- 6 bonuses – Charge, Cross of Light, Clock, Solidarity, Horizontal and Vertical Lightning;
- bubbles of 7 different colors – 7 magic chains;
- catching storyline;
- special animation for each bubble;
- highly addictive gameplay;
- PC game soundtrack.

Both Russian and English versions of the game are now available for distribution.

Resident Evil Degeneration mobile video game set for N-Gage by Nokia

Capcom have announced the development of Resident Evil Degeneration title for Nokia's N-Gage mobile phone platform.

The Resident Evil Degeneration video game will be based on the new CGI Resident Evil movie.

Capcom choose the N-Gage mobile phone platform to create this stunningly visual creative game.

Game Bonsai Blast mobile video game for Free Google G1 T-mobile Android Market

Bonsai Blast, an all new action puzzle game from Glu, will launch on Android, the first complete, open, and free mobile platform. Bonsai Blast will be available only in the Android Market.

“Our work with Android has given us the unique opportunity to explore the capabilities of this exciting new platform,” said Alex Galvagni, senior vice president of global production and chief technology officer, Glu. “By bringing together the technological innovation of Android with the creative and development expertise of Glu, we are now able to provide consumers with a great new gaming experience.”

About Bonsai Blast:
A new original title from Glu, Bonsai Blast is an addictive action-puzzle game that challenges players to shoot and match colored balls to clear more than 20 Zen levels of rich, detailed environments. Bonsai Blast advances the match-three marble popping category with unique features such as:

– Fast-paced action controlled by the touch-screen and accelerometer
– More than 20 levels themed with Water, Fire, Earth and Wind
– Gameplay variations via ricochets, tunnelled chains, and swappable shooter locations
– Gorgeous, detailed graphics which showcase the power of the Android platform

FIFA 09 four minute TV ad on UK SKY Sports Super Sunday

To celebrate the upcoming launch of FIFA 09, EA SPORTS is proud to announce that a full one-off screening of the TV advert will premiere this Sunday during the Sky Sports' Super Sunday showdown between Chelsea and Manchester United.

EA SPORTS has secured the entire second half-time break and will broadcast the full four minute advert featuring cover stars Wayne Rooney and Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuaín.

'We're very excited to be showing the full four-minute advert during half time of one of the biggest games in football' said Trevor Uzice, Senior Product Manager - FIFA 09. 'This year's campaign is all about bringing football fans and gamers together and we hope the advert will prove very popular with everyone.'

Post-match the advert can be viewed at www.fifa09.ea.com.

The Sky Sports screening will be the kick-off to the FIFA 09 launch, coming out on PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PS2, NDS, PSP, PC and Mobile from October 3rd.

Star Wars - the Force Unleashed mobile phone video game

Continue the saga with Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, now on N-Gage

Take the role of Darth Vader’s ‘secret’ apprentice and unveil new revelations about the Star Wars universe with Star Wars: The Force Unleashed by THQ Wireless, now available on N-Gage-compatible Nokia devices.

Set in the time period between Episodes 3 and 4, players will assist Darth Vader in his quest to rid the world of all Jedi. Unleash and upgrade four defensive and five offensive Force powers, including the famous Jedi Mind Trick and Force Lightning. Visit iconic locations like the Wookiee homeworld of Kashyyyk and the fungus forests of Felucia. Enjoy some of the best graphics and visuals ever seen on a mobile screen.

Star Wars The Force Unleashed is now available at http://www.n-gage.com

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America's got talent mobile phone game out now

America's got talent mobile phone game

The official America’s Got Talent mobile game has been rolled out across all operators. The mobile game encapsulates the brand properties of the TV show with innovative casual gameplay that tests gamers’ puzzle and rhythmic skills in the frenzied atmosphere of a TV show.

The mobile game is being supported by an integrated marketing campaign across both countries. Previously Player X has worked with FME in Europe and published mobile games based on five classic FME game shows that include Family Fortunes, The Price Is Right, Sale of the Century and Blockbusters.

“We are delighted to be working with FME again on one of their top-rated game shows after our previous collaborations in Europe on Family Fortunes and The Price is Right,” said Tony Pearce, CEO of Player X. “America’s Got Talent’is a phenomenon and we’re confident the casual game we have published will be similarly successful.”

“We are very excited to be working with a talented mobile partner such as Player X. Their new and unique gameplay taps into the core values of the show’s energy, quirkiness and unpredictability”, said Olivier Delfosse, Senior Manager, Interactive for FMNA.

The announcement follows the recent launch of Player X’s new branding and organisational structure into two operating divisions, Player X Distribution and Studio X, the content arm of the company.

Now in its third season, AMERICA’S GOT TALENT is produced by FremantleMedia North America and Simon Cowell's SYCO Televison. Cowell, Cecile Frot-Coutaz, Jason Raff, James Sunderland and Georgie Hurford-Jones are executive producers. Distributed by FME to more than 100 territories worldwide, the show is hosted by Jerry Springer and presided over by celebrity judges David Hasselhoff, Piers Morgan and Sharon Osbourne, all featured in the mobile game.

Kung Fu Panda Mobile Game Trailer by EA Mobile

Prepare for Awesomeness! ...

ON YOUR PHONE! Get the official mobile game based on the characters, locations and storyline of DreamWorks Animation's Kung Fu Panda.



Watch the Kung Fu Panda Mobile Game video on YouTube here...

Other Kung Fu Panda video Game posts on gamezplay.org here...

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Guitar Hero World Tour and Guitar Hero III - Backstage Pass coming to mobile phones

Hands-On Mobile announced that they have obtained the worldwide mobile phone licensing rights to develop and publish Guitar Hero World Tour and Guitar Hero III - Backstage Pass mobile phone game. Guitar Hero World Tour will be released on mobile phones later this year in conjunction with the console game, while the follow-up title will be available to users in 2009.

"We are excited to continue our relationship with Activision and further extend the Guitar Hero franchise to fans worldwide. The popularity of the Guitar Hero games in the mobile phone environment proves that a multiplatform approach complements the success of a franchise like Guitar Hero," said David White, CEO of Hands-On Mobile. "We are confident the upcoming titles will further advance the mobile phone gaming industry in a significant way and provide consumers with the opportunity to stay connected to their favorite games."

As one of the company's most ambitious mobile titles to date, Guitar Hero World Tour will push boundaries with cross-carrier, real-time multiplayer capabilities and an interactive web companion that will allow players to create profiles, browse leaderboards and download new music. In addition to the guitar, Guitar Hero World Tour mobile will include drums as a playable feature for every song in the game. Further pushing the boundaries on mobile phones, Hands-On Mobile will make the MP3 quality master recordings available on an increased number of handsets across all platforms.

"Hands-On Mobile has been an ideal partner to recreate the Guitar Hero franchise for mobile phone gaming," said Dusty Welch, Head of Publishing for Guitar Hero. "The Guitar Hero Mobile platform has proven to be a phenomenal success and a great way for gamers to experience the franchise on yet another platform."

In June 2008, Guitar Hero III Mobile received BREW Developer Awards for Top Application and People's Choice and was named the Best Mobile Game of 2007 - after its release in December - at the 2008 Casual Game Awards. In addition, Guitar Hero III Mobile, a marquee game in its current collection of Guitar Hero branded mobile phone games, has reached more than 2 million game downloads and more than 50 million downloaded songs to date. The second game in the Guitar Hero Mobile series, Guitar Hero III: Backstage Pass recently launched on carriers across the country. For more information, please visit www.guitarheromobile.com.

SPORE video game on PC now available...

Counting down the minutes to Spore’s launch next week? 

Now you can get one step closer to the next-big bang in gaming from the creator of The Sims by pre-loading the game direct from EA!

Starting today, gamers who pre-order the PC version of Spore from the EA Store (http://eastore.ea.com) can pre-load the game now and be among the first to start playing on the day of release.

Pre-loading Spore is available only for PC. Spore Galactic Edition will be available as a boxed product-exclusive at retailers.



Once pre-ordered, you will see Spore in your EA Download Manager. You will then be able to download 99 percent of the game to your computer with the remaining part of the game to be downloaded upon the date of the game’s release. It will only take 30-60 minutes for the install to complete before you can begin conquering galaxies in Spore before anyone else! Please note that you will be charged for the game on the 28th of August and your statements will reflect this.

Spore ships on September 5 in Europe and Asia and on September 7 in North America.

Spore gives players their own personal universe in a box. Create and evolve life, establish tribes, build civilizations, sculpt entire worlds and explore a universe created by other gamers. Spore gives players a wealth of creative tools to customize nearly every aspect of their universe: creatures, vehicles, buildings, and even UFOs. Players can then seamlessly share their creations with the world or explore infinite new galaxies created by other gamers.

In addition to shipping for the PC, Spore will be available on the Mac, Nintendo DS and mobile phones.

For more information on the EA Download Manager, please visit the EA Store at: http://eastore.ea.com/store/ea/ContentTheme/pbPage.welcome/ThemeID.718200

More on SPORE from Gamezplay.org here... and here...

Dogz own a dog - mobile video game out now on N-Gage

Love, feed, train and exercise your own pooch with Dogz from Gameloft. Using your N-Gage compatible device, you’ll be able to raise your own 3D canine and access your new pet anytime, anyplace.

Just like a real dog, your companion isn’t just there to entertain you; it’s your job as a responsible owner to make it the happiest dog possible by giving all the love and attention it deserves. Choose your doggy from three different breeds and colors and watch as it explores nine different locations, including a house, the street, the beach and even a stadium!

Take advantage of an ultra-intuitive interface to pet and play with your dog on the move and use the eight mini-games, including slalom, Frisbee and tug-of-war to develop it. Plus, with scoring and online rankings, you’ll be able to see how Fido compares to other users’ dogs and find out how good an owner you REALLY are.

Dogz is now available at http://www.n-gage.com

Redneck fishing mobile video game use TNT as bait...

This game allows users to use high explosives to fish.

Mobile Redneck Fishin' allows you to fish in the woods, the city where bass and trout can be landed or you could just use dynamite as bait!

Your fishing to pay off your Tax bill and can catch a wide assortment from minnows to giant catfish. If you're successful you can 'buy back' you goods - TV, pool table and truck the local sheriff Buford has confiscated.

Redneck Fishin' for mobile is launching a Facebook version with it's whacky story line and unique game play. This online version can be played at home or on the move against friends, family or other Rednecks!

The PC version of the game should be out soon.

Tetris Pop EAs mobile cellphone game

Power Up with Tetris POP. 

Push your skills to the limit in frantic timed challenges. Can you beat the clock in three high-energy modes and several action-packed Tetris mini-variations? Survive wave after wave of tetriminos in Flood or drown in the matrix. Trigger bombs in Detonator to go KABOOM. Hang on tight in Ledge or plummet into a bottomless pit. Dazzle your eyes and ears with brilliant colors, animated backgrounds and pulse-pounding beats. Tetris POP is packed with surprises and secrets.

Key features

• Enjoy an incredible range of game play with 17 different mini-variations.
  
• Experience three new play modes: POP, POP Chrono and POP Mix.
  
• POP: Encounter 22 levels, each containing three mini-variations and explore eight unique "worlds," each with their own animated backgrounds and energetic music.
  
• POP Chrono: Set your desired play time and let the game tailor a play session to fit your schedule.
  
• POP Mix: Customize your game play by selecting your favorite mini-variations from the play list.
  
• Complete levels and achieve goals to progress through the game and unlock a secret surprise.
  
• Dazzle your eyes with stunning animated backgrounds
  
• Groove along to eight, high-energy music tracks.
  

Deal or no Deal mobile cellphone game

UK's top television series to gain new direction on the mobile platform

Deal or No Deal. The agreement gives EA Mobile, a division of EA’s Casual Entertainment Label, the rights to develop, market and publish brand new mobile games based on the Deal or No Deal TV series for the UK mobile market. The first game is scheduled to be released in November 2008.

Deal or No Deal first launched in the UK in October 2005 and has pervaded UK popular culture since then. The hugely popular show attracts average daily audiences of over 2.3 million on Channel 4 and the format has aired in over 80 countries worldwide. EA Mobile will build on the brand values that have created this success to develop games that deliver an experience that faithfully reflects the elements the fans love from the TV show – the contestants, the camaraderie and the nail-biting drama.

“We are excited to have the chance to work on one of the most successful TV properties of recent years,” said Javier Ferreira, VP of European Publishing, EA Mobile. “Deal or No Deal is a phenomenally successful programme, particularly in the UK, and we look forward to creating games that will bring the true spirit of the series to a new audience on mobile platforms.”

“At Endemol, we have been looking for a partner in the mobile space to help bring this phenomenal property to an even broader audience,” said Jurian van der Meer, Head of Products & Brand Exploitation, Endemol Digital Media. “We want to focus on our core strength, that of creating incredibly popular IP for a mass broadcast audience and work with global partners, such as EA Mobile, to take our TV proposition to new pervasive platforms.”

Playboy Games: Pool Party - non nude phone game

First Release, "Playboy Games: Pool Party," Scheduled to Launch Worldwide In Summer 2008

The multi-year Playboy agreement covers the development and publishing rights to multiple Playboy-branded, lifestyle themed, non-nude mobile games featuring bikini-clad Playmates to be released worldwide. The first title, Playboy Games: Pool Party, is scheduled to launch in summer 2008.

“Given the extensive appeal and popularity of the Playboy brand, mobile games based on this license are sure to provide a fun and entertaining experience,” said Adam Comiskey, vice president, international, THQ Wireless. “THQ Wireless is ideally positioned to provide engaging games with the hallmark of the Playboy lifestyle.”

“The number of Playboy fans around the world has never been greater and that popularity is reflected in the growing sales of Playboy-branded products and services,” said Ed Lang, senior vice president of mobile, Playboy Media Group. ”Given the growth of the mobile industry, we’re excited to join THQ Wireless in offering this next-generation form of entertainment to consumers."

Playboy Games: Pool Party will include a set of mini-games depicting animated, bikini-clad Playmates at the famous Playboy Mansion engaged in “pool party sports” including poolside water balloon fights, waterslide slaloms and aquatic mechanical bull riding. 

Developed by THQ Wireless internal studio Universomo, Playboy Games: Pool Party is based on actual events held at the Playboy Mansion and immortalized in the Playboy Home Entertainment DVD release, Playmate Playoffs, hosted by Chuck Woolery.

Monopoly - iPhone iPod Touch - Mobile cellphone game

MONOPOLY

Play Monopoly on your iPod! The world's most popular board game comes to life with fun, animated tokens, and exciting, family-friendly gameplay. Use simple click-wheel controls to roll the dice, and buy, sell and trade properties.

Build houses and hotels to own it all and earn big money. Play alone, against the iPod, or pass 'n play with up to four friends. A range of play levels, from easy to hard, make Monopoly the perfect on-the-go game for the whole family. Enjoy Monopoly today!

• Original authentic classic board and pieces, animating player tokens, and property cards.

Intuitive click-wheel controls make it easy to roll dice, buy, sell and trade properties.

Gorgeous effects and animations, rich music and sounds bring the game to life

Play against the iPod or pass-n-play with up to 4 players.

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Insaniquarium Deluxe for Palm OS and Windows Mobile smartphones

Insaniquarium Deluxe offers hours of frantic aquarium fun as you feed your fish, watch them grow and protect them from alien invaders!

Insaniquarium Deluxe is the craziest aquarium game ever - tend to your fish and keep them happy and they'll reward you with precious coins and jewels. Use the money you earn to buy upgrades for your tank or egg parts which hatch lots of different in-tank pets with special powers. These pets can help you feed your fish, collect coins, or even protect against the aliens that will invade your tank and wreak havoc. You can also use the money you earn to buy better weapons to see the aliens off quicker!



Insaniquarium Deluxe includes 3 fun ways to play:
Adventure - keep your fish healthy and protect them from aliens through 4 fun aquarium stages each with multiple levels of mayhem; Time Trial - feed your fish and fight off the alien invaders to make as much money as possible against the clock. A new time trial is unlocked as you complete each stage in Adventure Challenge - once you've mastered Adventure, face the ultimate challenge as you feed your fish and try to protect them from ever increasing alien attacks. The challenge ends when the last fish is zapped!



Insaniquarium Deluxe is available for Palm OS 5 smartphones and PDAs with at least a 320x320 screen, and for smartphones and PDAs running Windows Mobile 2003 and later. For more information, to try and to buy, visit http://www.astraware.com/insaniquariumdlx.

TRANSFORMERS G1: Awakening mobile game Fact Sheet

TRANSFORMERS G1: Awakening

TRANSFORMERS G1

Game description 

After 4 million years, a volcanic eruption awakens the Transformers. Now battle where it began in a war based on the classic conflicts from the first TV series. Based on the original story of Transformers, use the strengths of each Autobot to defeat the Decepticons in turn-based strategic battles. Capture sources of Energon power to reactivate, repair or upgrade your Transformers. Featuring up to 23 playable characters and a skirmish mode to play friends as Autobots or Deceptions, there is more to Transformers G1: Awakening than meets the eye!