Tag: App Store

Track Lapse is Faster than Ever After New Update

The Updated iOS Running Game Is Now Available for the iPad

March 15, 2012 – Track Lapse, the arcade-style running game from XecuDev, is now available on the iPad with new updates. Already available for the iPhone and iPod touch, the hand-drawn game now features renovated gameplay on all devices and stunning HD graphics on the iPad. Track Lapse follows Tim, a marathon runner with an overactive imagination. As he runs, his daydreams land him in a variety of strange racing experiences, ranging from a disco to under the sea. No destination is off limits for Tim’s running shoes in Track Lapse.

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Abracadabra! The Lost Shapes Has Cast Its Spell

dreamfab’s mystical puzzle game hits the iTunes App Store
REGENSBURG, Germany – March 8, 2012 –
dreamfab and RockAByte today released their magical mobile iOS game, The Lost Shapes, on the iTunes App Store. Join the ranks of wizards who are training to master an enchanted game of skill and wit, which tests your puzzle-solving powers for $2.99 on the iTunes App Store.

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Developers Create 60 New HTML5 Games in 60 Days Using Pokki Desktop App Platform, Pokki 1UP Contest Winners Take Home $50,000 in Cash


Contest Generated Overwhelming Response, Winners Announced and Showcased at Game Developers Conference (GDC)

San Francisco, CA – March 6, 2012 – SweetLabs, the makers of Pokki, today announced the winners of the Pokki 1UP Game Developer Contest, which were demonstrated at the Social & Online Games Summit at GDC 2012. The winners, who topped a field of 60 submitted games, are:

  • 1st Place: 4 Horsemen by Nicklaus Liow – $30,000 and a trip to GDC
  • 2nd Place: Tupsu by Evgeni Gordejev – $13,000
  • 3rd Place: Onslaught! Arena by Matt Hackett – $7,000

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Get Ready For World Class Football Fun With Big Win Soccer!

This “beautiful game” launches for FREE on the App Store today.

VANCOUVER – March 2, 2012 – Independent game developer Hothead Games welcomes you to the world stage of accessible football fun with the launch of Big Win Soccer for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

CREATE your own unique dream team, COMPETE against opponents from around the world, WATCH your team battle it out on the pitch, BOOST your player’s passing, shooting, dribbling and other skills and get ready to hoist the Daily Trophy for the ultimate BIG WIN!

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Atari Announces the $100,000 Pong® Indie Developer Challenge

Winners Receive Cash Prize, Publishing Agreements, and Industry Accolades

LOS ANGELES – February 28, 2012 – In celebration of Atari’s and Pong’s 40th anniversary, the company today announced the official start of its Pong® Indie Developer Challenge, calling on entrants to reimagine the classic game for a chance to win up to $100,000 and see their vision go from concept to market. Beginning February 28, 2012, developers can submit their original take on Pong® for iPhone®, iPad® and iPod® touch devices, with finalists launching their games on the App Store later this year under the Atari brand. Winning entries will also receive a long-term publishing agreement with Atari that includes development, creative resources and full marketing support. Submissions are now being accepted until March 31, 2012, 11:59pm ET, at: www.atari.com/pongdeveloperchallenge

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Think You’ve Had a Tough Life? Take a Look at Bitter Sam!

Tilt-Based iOS Action-Puzzler Coming to the App Store on March 15

Moon Active LogoSECRET LAB, UNDISCLOSED LOCATION – February 21, 2012 – Sam’s life has never been easy. Overlooked by his family, never the top of his class, a victim of lost love… and now he’s been kidnapped by a scientist and tossed into a bottomless pit to search for crystals which hold a secret power. Fortunately for Sam, help is on the way, as indie developer Moon Active today announced their first title, Bitter Sam, will be available for iPhone and iPod Touch on March 15!

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MEDIA ALERT: Ready Your Word Army! The Award-Winning iOS Hit Game Quarrel on Sale Now for a Limited Time

Get Quarrel on the App Store for 99¢ in celebration of XBLA launch

MARINA DEL REY, Calif. – January 27, 2012 – This weekend UTV Ignition Games is celebrating the launch of Quarrel for Xbox LIVE® Arcade with a sale on the original version. Quarrel originally launched for iPod®, iPad®, and iPod® touch devices to much critical acclaim, a BAFTA award, and was also ranked in IGN’s “Best of 2011” list. Quarrel Deluxe is now available on the App Store for only 99¢ until January 29. Continue reading MEDIA ALERT: Ready Your Word Army! The Award-Winning iOS Hit Game Quarrel on Sale Now for a Limited Time

Grab Your Seafood Sampler! Saving Yello Lite Lands In The App Store Fish Bowl

REGENSBURG, Germany – January 24, 2012 – dreamfab and Tactile Entertainment today released the Lite version of their hit fish-flinging puzzle game, Saving Yello. Even after one million tactful players successfully saved Yello, Mathilda just won’t stop denying him the chance to breathe! Continue reading Grab Your Seafood Sampler! Saving Yello Lite Lands In The App Store Fish Bowl