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 Publisher Glu Mobile revealed its roadmap of mobile titles launching in Europe in the second half of 2008, promising a mix of original releases and games based on global brands from DreamWorks, Hasbro, Konami, Sony, Sega, Warner Bros., and other companies.
Though the lineup includes a number of previously announced games, there are several new titles in the list, such as Lemmings Tribes, which is due September 2008.
The full details of the the company's European slate for the second half of 2008 are as follows:
August 2008
- Transformers: G1 Awakening -- "After 4 million years, a volcanic eruption awakens the Transformers. Now fans can battle as the classic Transformers robots in a conflict based on the original "G1" animated TV series. Players can use the strengths of each Autobots character to defeat the Decepticons in turn-based battles. With up to 23 unique playable characters, this game is more than meets the eye."
- Sushi Shuffle -- "Kanpai! You've got a bar full of hungry customers and they are all depending on you to deliver their sushi fix. Move sushi around the board to make matches and earn money. Match colourful seafood treats from a menu of 8 tasty fresh sushi. Fill up plates using combos, chains, and side dishes and soon your customers will be dancing with sake satisfaction! Successful Sushi chefs are bestowed with rich awards, including ancient sushi etiquette, so you'll know which sharkskin to use with Mr. Miyagi's fine wasabi!"
- Super Slam Ping Pong -- "In the spirit of Glu's runaway hit, Super K.O. Boxing, Super Slam Ping Pong is a hilarious, over-the-top game that features a cast of wacky opponents such as Master Wu-Pong and the Gnarly Gnome. Players must keep an eye out for each opponent's tell and weakness as they fill their Super Slam meter to unleash powerful slams."
- Wheel Of Fortune -- "The legendary TV gameshow makes its way to UK mobiles, featuring puzzles devised by the makers of the show itself, customisable avatars, downloadable puzzles of the day and dynamic graphics and animations that capture the essence of the Wheel. With the Bonus Round, Mystery Round and Jackpot Rounds to navigate in solo mode or vs the wily computer opponents, it's time to spin the wheel, buy a vowel and solve the puzzle!"
September 2008
- Lemmings Tribes -- "The timeless playability of Lemmings Tribes marches towards its mobile release. This real time puzzle game challenges the player to save a set number of Lemmings within specified time limits on a number of levels filled with devious traps using only the skills provided. This requires a combination of problem solving, logic and experimentation from the player. The Lemmings come from three different tribes. Classic Lemmings only have access to their original skills whereas the others two tribes, Space Lemmings and Medieval Lemmings have access to new skills for extra challenge."
- AMF Bowling -- "Play as any member of an elite international group of professional bowling celebrities on their journey around the world in the AMF World Cup for the coveted Golden Ball! The game blends new styling and atmosphere with dramatic and rewarding, skill-based & online accessible gameplay, offering a competitive and fun mobile bowling game with rich 3D graphics for mobile players anywhere! With the new and revised one-finger play, a variety of locations and player selections, un-lockable features, live multiplayer or tournament options, AMF Bowling is better than ever! Bowl 'On-The-Go' and take your bowling anywhere with AMF Bowling Deluxe for mobile phones!"
- Afterworld: Global Contact -- "A catastrophic planetary event known as "The Fall" has caused 99% of the world's population to disappear, along with almost all technology. Welcome to Afterworld: Global Contact, the new mobile adventure game where survivors journey the world in search of their families, going from continent to continent, encountering daring adventures in cities such as Paris, Seoul, Sydney and Rio de Janeiro. Confront each challenge and battle your enemies as you struggle to create communication towers to allow the world to regain Global Contact."
- Silent Hill Mobile 2 -- "The smash hit Silent Hill series returns with the follow up to the critically acclaimed first mobile release. Building on last years hugely successful mobile game, Silent Hill 2 will be darker, scarier and more challenging and bring the dark and decaying environments of Silent Hill to life."
October 2008
- Pro Evolution Soccer 2009 -- "The world's greatest football game returns to mobile! Building on last years hugely successful and critically acclaimed mobile game, PES 2009 will be everything you'd expect from this blockbuster series- the most playable and best looking football game on mobile!"
- Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa -- Run for your wildlife! The official mobile game of DreamWorks Animation's Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa! Roar into action as Alex the lion and earn your stripes as Marty the zebra, but when things get hairy, you may need to dance your way out of trouble! Chart a course for side-scrolling African adventure, fun mini-games and puzzles.
- Quantum of Solace -- "You've seen James Bond in action - but never like this. With cutting-edge technology, your enemies just got a lot more dangerous and they can not only destroy your cover, but also dodge bullets and stay in hot pursuit. Never one to be ruffled in the heat of battle, you'll unleash a world of hurt thanks to a technologically advanced combat system that allows you to hurl bouncing grenades and fire projectiles from guns that actually damage the environment. Immerse yourself in the high-intensity danger of the world's most famous spy with levels and settings taken straight from the new Quantum Of Solace movie."
November 2008
- Bugs Bunny: Rabbit Rescue -- "Help Bugs Bunny escape some hare-y situations in Bugs Bunny: Rabbit Rescue. Marvin the Martian, Yosemite Sam, Elmer Fudd and others have trapped Bugs in a series of devious puzzles. Players use logic and cartoon smarts to outwit Bugs' legendary Looney Tunes foes and rescue the wascally wabbit."
- Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? 10th Anniversary Edition -- "This 4th edition celebrates Millionaire's 10th Anniversary introducing innovative new features, new questions, and a chance to win real cash prizes."
December 2008
- Space Monkey -- Space has been consumed by Earth's garbage and it's up to one courageous monkey to clean up the ent"ire cosmos. Gamers must help Space Monkey navigate the galaxy while avoiding hazards and taking down space enemies that get in his way."
Fall 2008
- Call of Duty : World at War -- "Call of Duty: World at War thrusts players into the ruthless and gritty chaos of combat and challenges them to band together to survive the most harrowing and climactic battles of WWII that led to the demise of the Axis powers on the European and South Pacific fronts. The title re-defines WWII games by offering an uncensored experience with unique enemies and combat variety. Demolish enemy buildings, call in air strikes and utilize deadly new weapons like flamethrowers as you fight your way like never before."
Said Glu EMEA's managing director of publishing Frank Keeling: "Our European line-up for Q3 2008 is by far our most exciting yet and fully demonstrates the strength of our partnerships and the quality of our studios.
He continued: "Our partnerships with the world's best film studios, console publishers, and world-class brand holders ensure our roster for the remainder of the year is hugely rich and varied, combining immensely popular game shows, arcade classics, cult favourites, outstanding film and sports licenses and brilliant original IPs."
By
Eric Caoili
2008-08-22 11:13:00
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