TECMO MOBILE SOLIDFIES STANCE IN THE MOBILE ARENA
Video game publisher announces its popular retro and 3D based 2006 Mobile lineup
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LOS ANGELES, Calif. May 10, 2006- Global
wireless game publisher Tecmo® Mobile announced at the 2006
Electronic Entertainment Expo that a strong blend of retro
and 3D titles will be attacking their way onto mobile devices
throughout the year. Tecmo® has a deep passion for bringing
top quality titles to all major console systems and this
attitude is translated seamlessly in Tecmo® Mobile's
enthusiasm for bringing first-class games into the mobile
space. Tecmo Bowl and Ninja Gaiden are currently featured
across all major US carriers covering all major devices and
Tecmo's mobile division is hard at work to bring other Tecmo
classics to all 2D and 3D devices throughout 2006.
"While bringing Tecmo Bowl and Ninja Gaiden to the US market
we got a feel for what being a part of the mobile market was
about and what mobile gamers are demanding," said Tecmo
Mobile Associate Producer, John O'Connell. "In 2006 we are
providing a premium mobile gaming experience for both fans of
retro titles like Rygar and Solomon's Key and also fans of
more advanced console titles like Gallop Racer 3D and
Ultimate Angles. Now that Tecmo Mobile has gotten its feet
wet, we're looking to dive in and make a big splash in the
mobile arena."
Tecmo Mobile's library is growing swiftly and consists of new
and classic favorites!
Tecmo Bowl
In 1987 Tecmo Bowl® set the standard for football video games
-- today it is tackling selected phones for hard-hitting
action on the go! The ground-breaking game pioneered the
coaching and playing format; players call the plays like a
coach and then control the action on the field in the role of
the quarterback and other positions. Select from a variety of
offensive and defensive plays, including signature running
and passing plays to connect with your wide receiver on the
offensive or sack the quarterback on the defensive. Choose
your favorite pro team and hit the gridiron for high-stakes
pigskin play. Pass, Run, and Punt for gridiron glory!
Gallop Racer 3D
Everyone's favorite
horse racing video game series, Gallop Racer, is going mobile
with the new action packed game Gallop Racer 3D for your cell
phone. Immerse yourself in the world of horse racing anytime,
any place, to experience the ultimate in mobile thoroughbred
racing! Gallop Racer 3D features cutting-edge, realistic 3D
graphics and a wide variety of different horses, including
unique racing strengths and styles. Each phone offers up to
70+ horses and up to 20+ races - race to win, place, or
show!
Ninja Gaiden
A faithful port of the original 8-bit side-scroller, Ninja
Gaiden Episode 1: Destiny features vibration feedback and the
original music on feature supporting devices. Carry the
action wherever you go as you take on the role of Ryu
Hayabusa and use your ninja skills, deadly Dragon Blade
katana and Ninpo ninja magic to hack and slash gangs of
street thugs, evil ninjas and big bad barbarian bosses. The
Ninja Gaiden franchise has sold more than 5 million copies
worldwide across multiple consoles and handheld devices
before going mobile in 2005.
Solomon's Key
Classic action/strategy based on the 8-bit console version of
Solomon's Key, originally released by Tecmo in 1986. Make
your way to the next level by finding the bell to free the
fairy and reach the key and finding the exit door. Use your
magic wand to create and remove stepping stones while evading
enemies and grabbing power-ups. Solomon's Key is one-handed
casual strategy at its best, bringing the cornerstone 8-bit
strategy to you mobile phone!
Rygar
Rygar, based on the legendary
8-bit Rygar: The Legendary Warrior, is the first mobile Rygar
episode. Take on the role of Rygar, the Legendary Warrior,
and wield his stone crushing "Diskarmor" against the evil
forces of the Beast King. Jump, climb, and dodge as you
battle through a non-stop swarm of enemies. Inspired by
Greco-Roman mythology, Rygar gives players the full cinematic
experience with awe-inspiring graphics and an epic
soundtrack.
Ultimate Angels
Ultimate Angels, an all-female 1-on-1 wrestling game,
features 6 female wrestlers, and 1 secret un-lockable
wrestler. Each girl has a special wrestling style and unique
power moves. Two announcers provide play-by-play commentary.
Two modes, Championship Mode and Survival Mode, feature 3
minute matches. Ultimate Angels is casual, single-handed
gameplay, created specifically for the mobile wrestling fan,
set to an electrifying and captivating soundtrack.
About Tecmo Mobile
Tecmo® Mobile, located in Torrance, California, is a wholly
owned subsidiary of Tokyo based Tecmo, LTD. Tecmo Mobile is a
publisher of wireless games, wallpapers, ring tones and
applications for mobile phones available on the nation's top
cellular carriers. Popular Tecmo brands available from Tecmo
Mobile include Tecmo Bowl®, Dead or Alive®, Rygar®, Gallop
Racer®, and Ninja Gaiden®, now available on-the-go. More
information on Tecmo Mobile can be found at www.tecmogames.com
About Tecmo
Tecmo®, Inc., located in Torrance, California, is a wholly
owned subsidiary of Tokyo based Tecmo, LTD. Tecmo, Inc. is a
leading publisher of video games for next generation
consoles, handheld hardware, and mobile devices including
those manufactured by Microsoft, Sony Computer Entertainment
America, and Nintendo. Tecmo has gained worldwide recognition
with product lines such as Tecmo Bowl®, Ninja Gaiden®, Dead
or Alive®, Fatal Frame®, Monster Rancher®, and Gallop Racer®.
More information on Tecmo can be found at www.tecmogames.com
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CONTACT:
Ryan Arbogast
Tecmo, Inc.
(310) 944-5005
rarbogast@tecmoinc.com