Month: June 2012

Atari Celebrates 40th Anniversary with New Game Releases and Special Promotions

Infographic and Sizzle Reel Highlight 40 Years of Gaming, Released with Details of Special Giveaways and Events

LOS ANGELES – June 27, 2012 – Atari, one of the world’s most recognized publishers and developers of interactive entertainment, today commemorates its 40th anniversary, which comes on the heels of the recent mobile releases Circus Atari TM and Centipede®: Origins. In celebration of this milestone, Atari has released an infographic highlighting its many pivotal moments in video game history, as well as a sizzle reel with footage from a 1980s commercial and the company’s progression over the years to its recent mobile hits.

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Chillingo and Focus Home Interactive Launch Knights of the Round Cable Website and Trailer

Knights of the Round Cable logo

Macclesfield, UK and PARIS – June 22, 2012 – Independent game publishers Chillingo and Focus Home Interactive today announced that their critically acclaimed arcade title, Knights of the Round Cable has unveiled a first video trailer, and launched its official website at http://www.knights-roundcable.com/

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Nyko Grabs Hold of Comfort with New Power Grip for PlayStation® Vita

New Ergonomic Grip for PlayStation Vita Now Available at GameStop

 LOS ANGELES – June 26, 2012 – Leading gaming peripherals manufacturer Nyko Technologies® today released the Power Grip for PlayStation® Vita, a clip-on grip that features a built-in rechargeable battery and a sleek ergonomic design. With double the battery life and an ergonomic design that provides enhanced comfort and control, the Power Grip gives players everything they need for a marathon PS Vita gaming session. Grab your very own Power Grip today for $29.99 from your local GameStop! Continue reading Nyko Grabs Hold of Comfort with New Power Grip for PlayStation® Vita

Atari Announces Finalists for the Pong® Indie Developer Challenge

Finalists Guaranteed Cash and iOS Publishing Agreements, Community Voting Opens

LOS ANGELES – June 26, 2012 – Atari, one of the world’s most recognized publishers and developers of interactive entertainment, today revealed finalists in the Pong® Indie Developer Challenge. The developers revealed today will win three-year, revenue-share publishing agreements and cash prizes, which will be awarded based on final ranking, with first place taking home a grand prize of $50,000. All finalists are featured on Atari’s Developer Spotlight, with information about each developer and their submission. Fans can visit the Developer Spotlight and vote for their favorite new Pong concept at www.atari.com/pongdevchallenge/finalists. Continue reading Atari Announces Finalists for the Pong® Indie Developer Challenge

Chartboost Announces 2 Billion Game Sessions Per Month, Adds Chief Revenue Officer to Continue Expansion

Mobile Industry Veteran, Clay Kellogg, to Lead and Scale Business Development Team to Support the Company’s Fast-Growing Publisher Network

SAN FRANCISCO – June 21, 2012 – Chartboost (www.chartboost.com), a disruptive technology platform that powers independence for mobile game developers, today announced that it has hired Clay Kellogg, former head of mobile platform and partnership strategy at Google and Admob Business Development lead, to serve as its Chief Revenue Officer.

Launched in October of last year, Chartboost has been one of the mobile gaming industry’s best-kept secrets. The San Francisco-based company has quietly deployed their technology to over 4,000 app developers, enabling them to negotiate direct deals within the gaming community. The company currently supports over two billion game sessions per month. Continue reading Chartboost Announces 2 Billion Game Sessions Per Month, Adds Chief Revenue Officer to Continue Expansion

Inaugural Class of GAwards Winners Honored at The Gamification Summit

Six Leading Companies and Top Venture Capitalist Take Home Honors

SAN FRANCISCO – June 21, 2012 – The Gamification Summit has announced the results of the GAwards, with six cutting edge companies taking home honors for the best use of gamification in categories ranging from education to enterprise. In addition, a special achievement award was given to an individual who’s made a lasting contribution to the industry. During an awards ceremony held at GSummit last night, the following winners took to the stage to be recognized for achievement in the implementation of gamification programs and products: Continue reading Inaugural Class of GAwards Winners Honored at The Gamification Summit

Save The Last Shred of Humanity in Strikefleet Omega on iOS and Android

6waves and Harebrained Schemes declare war on Earth invaders

SAN FRANCISCO – June 21, 2012 – 6waves and Harebrained Schemes today announced the release of Strikefleet Omega, their new free-to-play mobile strategy game for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android devices that blends fast-paced alien-eradicating action and tactical real-time strategy, as seen in the latest gameplay video. Strikefleet Omega is now available on the iTunes App Store and Google Play and is coming soon to Amazon.

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Centipede®: Origins Invades iOS and Android App Gardens Worldwide

Atari introduces all-new style and mobile gameplay for the retro classic

LOS ANGELES – June 21, 2012 – Atari, one of the world’s most recognized publishers and developers of interactive entertainment, today announced the launch of Centipede®: Origins on the App Store and Google Play. Staying true to the classic arcade shooter Centipede, players will help their garden gnome repel an army of centipedes and other bugs to protect their garden at all costs. Available for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and a variety of Android smartphones and tablets, Centipede: Origins will be available for $0.99 with in-game purchases, using the following links: