Month: January 2013

USC Delivers a GLIMPSE into the Future of Technology

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Invitation-only event to be held January 29 at the USC School of Cinematic Arts

LOS ANGELES – Jan. 22, 2013 – The University of Southern California (USC) invites you to GLIMPSE, a digital technology showcase featuring cutting-edge research from across the university, much of it never presented to a general audience. This exclusive media event will feature presentations and live demonstrations of new technology that is shaping the future, enhancing the present, and preserving the past.

Members of the media who would like to attend GLIMPSE are encouraged to contact glimpse@triplepointpr.com; RSVPs are appreciated by close of business on Thursday, January 24.

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Storm8 Mobile Gaming Network Reaches more than 10 Million Daily Active Users

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200 million players worldwide now play a Storm8 game

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.  – Jan. 22, 2013 – Mobile social gaming leader Storm8 today announced that its mobile gaming network continues to grow at a fast pace and now serves more than 10 million daily active users (DAUs). The company also announced that its network now reaches 200 million players worldwide. Storm8 has doubled its DAU and user base in less than a year through continued expansion into new game genres, like Social Arcade and Social Casino, attracting brand new audience of players. Continue reading Storm8 Mobile Gaming Network Reaches more than 10 Million Daily Active Users

Aarklash: Legacy Releases First Screenshots

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PARIS—Jan. 22, 2013—Cyanide Studio returns with two new games set in Rackham’s medieval-fantasy universe: Dogs of War Online, a free-to-play arena-based strategy game, and Aarklash: Legacy, a tactical adventure game. Inspired by Confrontation, both are set for release in Q2 2013.

Aarklash: Legacy puts players in command of a group of mercenaries on a perilous mission! Intense fighting awaits the player, who will be tasked with finding the most effective strategies using the pause system. Though combat is at the heart of the game, players will also have to explore uncharted areas and develop tactics in the midst of a storyline full of twists and turns. Continue reading Aarklash: Legacy Releases First Screenshots

Temple Run 2 Hits 20 Million Downloads on the App Store in First Weekend

tr2_logoImangi Studios’ sequel sprinted to the top of the charts as #1 Free App with over 6 million downloads in first day

RALEIGH, N.C. – January 21, 2013 –

Imangi Studios today announced that Temple Run 2 was downloaded over 20 million times in its four days of availability on the App Store. The game rocketed to #1 Free App just eight hours after release, and is currently the #3 Top Grossing App. Free to download, Temple Run 2 is the sequel to the mega-hit original endless runner, Temple Run, which has been download over 170 million times across the App Store, Google Play and the Amazon Marketplace.

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AppGratis™ Raises $13.5M in Series A Funding from Iris Capital and the Orange Publicis Fund

 

AppGratis™ Secures 1 Million New Users since U.S. Launch with Tailored App Discovery Recommendations 

PARIS – Jan. 17, 2012 – AppGratis today announced a $13.5M Series A funding round led by Iris Capital, a leading pan-European venture capital investor specialized in digital economy, with participation from the Orange Publicis Fund. AppGratis makes it easier for consumers to discover quality apps in a crowded App Store, and has seen early success by working closely with mobile app developers to offer an undiscovered paid app for free every 24 hours. The company currently averages over $1M in monthly revenue and will use the funding to further establish their stronghold as the worldwide leader in app discovery. A true global brand with 7 million users in over 30 countries and employees from twelve nations, AppGratis will be investing in top talent, expanding research and development efforts, and refining their technology as they continue to expand internationally.

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7 Elements iPad Game Lines Up to Launch in the App Store Today

7ElementsLogoMulti-touch control lets players enjoy match-three fun with more fast-paced gameplay

BEIJING – Jan. 17, 2013 – International mobile game developer and publisher CocoaChina, in partnership with Bucaa Studios, today announced the release of 7 Elements. Players line up matching gems with fast-paced finesse in the new match-three game now available for iPad in the App Store for $0.99. Download the game here: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id577696686 Continue reading 7 Elements iPad Game Lines Up to Launch in the App Store Today

Civilization’s End is Just the Beginning! Downfall: Clash of Factions Brings Strategic Modern Combat to iOS

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New military strategy title now available for free on the App Store

THE END OF CIVILIZATION – January 17, 2013 – Playlore, an independent game development company with uncommon vision, today announced the launch of its first iOS title, Downfall: Clash of Factions. Following humanity’s struggle for survival at the end of civilization, Downfall asks players if they have what it takes to build a powerful army and do battle for resources and power with thousands of other players online. Prove you’re ready to rule by downloading Downfall: Clash of Factions today for free from the App Store at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/downfall-clash-of-factions/id580144430?mt=8!

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Mobile Sensation Temple Run Returns with Official Game Sequel from Imangi Studios

tr2_logoTemple Run 2 Available Exclusively for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch at Launch

RALEIGH, N.C. – January 17, 2013 –

Imangi Studios, the independent studio behind the mega-hit endless runner Temple Run, today announced the iOS-exclusive launch of Temple Run 2, the original game sequel, available now on the App Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch.

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