6waves Releases Mech Battle Title for iOS; Coming Soon to Android
SAN FRANCISCO – September 5, 2012 – Leading global mobile and social game publisher, 6waves; and Shiny Shoe Games, San Francisco’s sparkly-footwear-obsessed, mobile game developer, today released their sci-fi mech battle game, Offworld. Starting now, space-faring mobile gamers must collect and train powerful combat mechs, called Strikers, to face off against enemy mechs in battles for interplanetary spoils and glory. Download Offworld for iPhone, iPod, and iPad now at http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/offworld/id522269390?mt=8. Offworld will also be available soon on Google Play for Android devices.
It’s a race to build the top fleet of mechs and become the best bounty hunter in the galaxy! Lead Strikers through the story mode, while meeting a colorful cast of characters and battling from planet to planet in search of the most dangerous outlaws. In Offworld, players learn that leveling up is only the tip of the iceberg, as collecting gear upgrades and hiring skilled pilots are also key to victory!
It’s time to embark upon the ultimate mech journey available on mobile devices! Offworld blasts onto the App Store today!
Offworld features:
- Train, customize, and battle mech Strikers in search of the galaxy’s most dangerous rogues and outlaws
- Hire pilots to maximize mech firepower and defensive upgrades
- Multiple mech varieties even the playing field and add levels of strategy to each battle
- Loot battlefields for resources to train and build Strikers and/or purchase items in the shop with in-game currency
- Fully animated mechs with retina graphics and stunning visual effects
- Earn achievements on the quest to become a top bounty hunter
- Original soundtrack to complete a futuristic, sci-fi experience
About 6waves
6waves is a leading publisher of independent games on social networks and mobile platforms, partnering with developers all over the world to bring the best games to the millions of users in its gaming network. From its original roots on Facebook, the company has now expanded into iOS and Android, Yahoo! Mobage, Mixi and Hangame in Japan, and Tencent in China. Headquartered in Hong Kong with offices in San Francisco, Moscow, Beijing and Tokyo, the team has a uniquely international perspective and has forged successful partnerships with developers from across the globe. 6waves’ investors include Insight Venture Partners and Nexon Co. Ltd.
Official Website | Facebook | @6waves
About Shiny Shoe Games
Shiny Shoe is a team experienced in developing for console, PC, and Mobile. Most recently, they won praise from the likes of Kotaku, Giant Bomb, and Joystiq for their Molyjam 2012 game, Breaktris. Also among their accomplishments is successfully recruiting the lead singer of the 80s new wave band Information Society. Yes, rock stars make games, too.
Official Website | @ShinyShoeGames
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Media Contact
Dustin Blackwell, TriplePoint for 6waves
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