Wednesday, May 12, 2004
Nokia Announces Eight New N-Gage Titles for 2004 - 2005 Expanding Games Portfolio with Range of Genres and Unique Features.
Nokia today announced eight new titles for its N-Gage platform. Ranging in genres from driving and sports to strategy and role-playing, these eight titles increase the N-Gage portfolio of offerings for customers, as well as show the advanced technology and benefits of the N-Gage Arena and mobile multiplayer features. The N-Gage Arena is the worldwide online community for mobile gamers in which members communicate and compete against one another across the globe. The eight new titles are: Civilization, DRIV3RTM, FIFA 2005, King of Fighters, Glimmerati, Rifts, SSX Out of Bounds and Xanadu Next.
"The past six months have been a crucial time of education for Nokia - in terms of platform and content," said Ilkka Raiskinen, Senior Vice President, Games Business Unit, Nokia. "As a result, we are amplifying our content by forming stronger relationships with industry publishers and independent game developers, as well as developing and publishing titles in-house. Our strong 2004-2005 line-up ranges in genres and offerings, and effectively shows the capabilities of mobile online technology and the N-Gage Arena."
The new titles and details about the games were announced at a press conference held in Los Angeles earlier today.
DRIV3R, the award-winning 3d action driving game from Atari.
Civilization, Sid Meier's strategy masterpiece from Atari.
FIFA 2005, EA Sport's most authentic soccer experience with special N-Gage features.
SSX Out of Bounds, EA's adrenaline-rushing fantasy snowboarding game with nine original tracks for the N-Gage platform
Rifts, The highly acclaimed role-playing game from Kevin Siembieda keeps the Rifts experience and adds an original storyline, co-operative multiplayer features via Bluetooth, and head-to-head combat over N-Gage Arena.
King of Fighters, The first N-Gage fighting game from Hudson Soft that lets gamers compete for the ultimate fighting title.
Xanadu Next, the legendary role-playing game with 3D action from Falcom.
Glimmerati, the ultimate glam driving experience from Nokia.
About N-Gage
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer gameplay over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
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Saturday, May 08, 2004
Company will demo eleven titles for the N-Gage, as well as the new QD platform.
Nokia gears up for E3 2004 with a slew of new titles, its recently announced N-Gage QD game deck, and an impressive, immersive booth. Situated in the South Hall at area 1524, Nokia will be showcasing 11 N-Gage games: Pathway to Glory, Pocket Kingdom: Own the World, Ashen, Crash Nitro Kart, The Sims Bustin' Out, Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm, Call of Duty, Bomberman, Operation Shadow, Requiem of Hell, and Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2004.
"Nokia's commitment to the games industry is stronger than ever," said Ilkka Raiskinen, Senior Vice President, Games Business Unit, Nokia. "We are ready to push ahead in the industry as evidenced by our booth, the new N-Gage QD game deck, and the high-quality titles being exhibited."
The N-Gage booth, inspired by the concept of global community, virtual worlds and friendly competition, is reminiscent of a modern coliseum. The large center stage showcases the N-Gage titles, while seven projected panels beam 360-degree videos. E3 attendees can get into the action by trying out the games or hanging out on the stadium-style seating to check out the fun and activity. A special World War II bunker houses live demonstrations of Pathway to Glory, Nokia's multiplayer action oriented strategy game.
The N-Gage booth will feature games in a variety of genres from simulation to strategy and action/adventure. All games will be shown and played on the recently announced new N-Gage QD, the second game deck in the N-Gage series. The Nokia N-Gage game line-up includes:
Pathway to Glory is Nokia's highly anticipated multiplayer action oriented strategy game. Set during World War II, players create and control their own platoon of soldiers to complete historically accurate missions and engage in real-time battle with other gamers from around the world.
Pocket Kingdom is the world's first massively multiplayer online mobile game. Pocket Kingdom challenges gamers around the world to build mighty online empires. Players will dispatch armies across the land of Ulgress, exploring the countryside and conquering territory. In single player mode, the map is teeming with NPC opponents to battle and build up the experience of one's legions. Online, in the N-Gage Arena, players will encounter thousands of other players from around the world, competing against each other for spoils and glory-- all competing to Own the World.
Ashen is a first-person shooter that delivers fast-paced gameplay and terrifying enemies. Plunging into the chaos-stricken Seven River City, gamers take on the role of Jacob Ward. Tearing their way through immersive environments, players choose from nine unique weapons to ward off the wall-climbing, alien enemies. Mobile multiplayer features include deathmatch and mini-games modes, eight single/multiplayer maps and two unique multiplayer maps.
Crash Nitro Kart puts gamers in the drivers seat and motors them through crazy turns, roads and tracks, all in the name of saving Planet Earth. With 18 playable characters, including Crash, Coco, Crunch, Cortex, Tiny and N.Gin, and over three race modes, gamers won't be slowing down for any red lights. Players can test their road-skills against others via Bluetooth wireless multiplay in Arcade Race Mode, Versus Race Mode and Battle Mode, or join in via an N-Gage Arena match and unlock secret characters during shadow racing contests.
In The Sims Bustin' Out, gamers choose from a variety of mini-game careers and unlock and collect over a hundred new items. With a cast of over 25 new, outrageous and just plain crazy characters, playing, working and living has never been more social! Its also hard work, as players must satisfy the traditional eight core Sim motives of bladder control, comfort, hygiene, and hunger.
Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Jungle Storm brings gamers face-to-face with Colombia's worst drug cartels and challenges them to shut down the drug trafficking and senseless murders for good. This action-packed game sports original missions and modes, designed exclusively for N-Gage. Co-operative and adversarial multiplayer modes, with up to eight players are available via Bluetooth.
Call of Duty, an action game, lets gamers relive the epic stages of WWII as an American, British, and then Russian soldier fighting the Nazi war machine. The story progresses from US Airborne drops behind enemy lines, to British SAS missions deep in enemy territory, to chaotic street fighting and tank battles on the eastern front. The N-Gage version delivers an immersive and realistic WWII experience complete with authentic weapons, sounds, vehicles and epic moments of WWII. The 11 missions range from full frontal assault to stealth and sabotage.
Bomberman, an action adventure game, transports gamers into a warped, dark world where they must navigate their way back to civilization, all the while trying to rescue the famed Golden Bomberman Statue from an evil thief. While exploring the eight different levels, players will encounter troubled bosses who use their mighty powers to halt any progress. Bomberman offers five multiplayer battlemodes via Bluetooth connectivity.
Operation Shadow pits gamers against extremist organizations in the country of Arawas. In this action title, war is waged in multiple vehicles, ranging from helicopters to tanks and jeeps. As the game progresses, enemies engage the player with increased sophistication due to Operation Shadow's advanced AI. Operation Shadow supports up to four players in deathmatch mode via Bluetooth.
Requiem of Hell thrusts gamers into the tormented world of Dragon City where they must destroy the notorious Dalu. This action title features originally designed characters and enemies, various game modes and Bluetooth multiplayer action.
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2004 is the first sports simulation that supports N-Gage Arena online services. Enthusiasts club and swing their way through the toughest courses in this ultimate golf experience. Players can choose from six different famed golfers or custom create their own. As they progress from amateur to master, gamers earn medals and trophy money. Wireless multiplayer is supported via Bluetooth wireless technology and N-Gage Arena.
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Monday, May 03, 2004
Mobile gamers can get classic RPG action on the N-Gage.
Nokia today announced that it will bring, together with Vir2L Studios, The Elder Scrolls Travels: Shadowkey for the N-Gage platform. Based on the highly successful Elder Scrolls series by Bethesda Softworks, Shadowkey continues the epic story series that has thrilled RPG fans for more than 10 years.
In Shadowkey, you'll explore a vast fantasy 3D world with rugged terrain, ancient temples, bandit lairs, and murderous caverns. You'll fight more than 50 different kinds of foes in your search for the power of the Shadowkeys. Customize your gameplay experience by choosing from the classic Elder Scrolls character classes including Assassin, Barbarian, Battlemage, Knight, Nightblade, Rogue, Spellsword, Sorcerer, and Thief.
"Fans of the Elder Scrolls series are going to be thrilled with the quality and level of detail that has gone into producing Shadowkey for the N-Gage," said Pasi Polonen, Director of Game Publishing, Games Business Unit, Nokia. "It's great to work with such a dedicated team to bring an exclusive Elder Scrolls storyline that really takes advantage of the power of the N-Gage platform."
"The mobile gaming market is coming of age, and Shadowkey represents the next level of mobile role-playing," said Todd Howard, executive producer of The Elder Scrolls series. "I didn't think we'd be able to offer a full 3D, first-person RPG with great action and environments so soon, but the N-Gage platform is clearly delivering the best 3D experience we've ever seen on a mobile device."
Shadowkey was designed with input from members of the original award-winning Elder Scrolls team to create an engaging and challenging single-player campaign. But the fun doesn't stop there. Shadowkey also features four-player multiplayer via Bluetooth wireless technology and a number of additional single-player features, such as downloads, rankings, and communities through N-Gage Arena.
"Shadowkey is a rich and varied game that remains true to the Elder Scrolls style of game," said Douglas Frederick, president of Vir2L Studios. "Artists from the Morrowind team created the game art and ensured not only the look-and-feel, but also the quality of the award-winning series like The Elder Scrolls."
The Elder Scrolls Travels: Shadowkey is only available on the N-Gage platform and is being developed by Vir2L Studios and TKO Software Inc. The game is expected to ship in the fourth quarter of 2004.
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Monday, April 26, 2004
Nokia and Activision today announced that Spider-Man 2 will be released for the N-Gage under a license between Spider-Man Merchandising and Activision.
Taking on the role of the famed super hero Spider-Man, mobile gamers will be able to swing, web sling and jump through four fully 3D levels, providing an amazingly dynamic environment on a handheld gaming device. Fifteen additional 2D levels provide a challenging arena to combat a wide range of enemies, including new enemy bosses such as the Lizard and Doc Ock that have their own unique attack moves. Web slinging gamers will also be able to upload their best performances to the N-Gage Arena, as well as unlock additional content for the game.
"The immersive 3D graphics and gameplay that Spider-Man 2 brings to the N-Gage will amaze and inspire gamers," said Pasi Polonen, Director of Game Publishing, Games Business Unit, Nokia. "Together with the new levels, characters and plotline, fans of Spider-Man will find plenty of action to keep them coming back for more."
"Spider-Man 2 on the N-Gage delivers a gripping blend of 2D and 3D gameplay that immerses players in the world of the upcoming feature film," said Dave Anderson, Senior Director of Business Development and Licensing for Activision, Inc. "The addition of wireless connectivity brings a unique experience that handheld gamers will truly enjoy anytime, anywhere."
The engrossing plotline is revealed through 3D cutscenes that will inspire players to explore completely new 3D levels and hunt for power-ups, secrets and special items. Spider-Man 2 is expected to be available for the N-Gage game deck in the summer of 2004.
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Wednesday, April 14, 2004
World War II goes mobile later this year, when Activision's Call Of Duty gets the small screen treatment.
Nokia announced that that the Call of Duty series will appear on the N-Gage towards the end of this year. Taking advantage of the system's Bluetooth capabilities, it will offer a head-to-head play option and will utilize the N-Gage Arena leaderboards to keep rankings current. "Nokia is proud to bring another award winning title from Activision to the N-Gage platform," said Pasi Pölönen, director of games publishing, Nokia. "Call of Duty brings multiplayer mobile warfare to the next level with a full 3D experience."
"Call of Duty on the N-Gage allows players to experience Activision's critically acclaimed first-person action game in a unique mobile environment," added Dave Anderson, senior director of business development and licensing for Activision. "The addition of wireless connectivity brings a distinctive competitive experience that handheld gamers will truly enjoy anytime, anywhere."
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