'Captain Skyro,' 'Earth Defense' and 'Nebulosa Realms' Take Top Prizes in Flash Game Developer Contest Sponsored by Mochi Media and Gaia Online
Mochi Media and Gaia Online announced today the winners of their "Become a Rock Star" Flash game contest. The contest was launched in January and received more than 200 game entries from Flash game developers during the four-month contest period. The contest challenged developers to create innovative, high-quality games with the goal of identifying up-and-coming Flash game developers. Five winners were selected by a panel of industry judges, while an additional ten winners were selected by Gaia Online's virtual community. Contest participants were given a chance to win more than $25,000 worth of cash and prizes, as well as the opportunity to secure a game development contract with Gaia.
For the judged portion of the contest, the 1st place prizewinner was "Captain Skyro" created by Daniel Adijans. "Captain Skyro" follows a daring pirate captain as he slingshots his way through the clouds with the aid of his green parrot. The 2nd place award went to "Earth Defense," a retro shooter created by Philip Maxey. "Amberial: Nebulosa Realms," a space-themed platformer created by Jesùs Cuauhtèmoc, rounds out the top three winners.
In the second portion of the contest, Gaia community members voted on contest entries during the month of April. More than 800,000 votes were cast by the Gaia audience. Receiving the 1st place prize was "BoomsticK," an action shooter game by Zach Young of Abduction Studios. The 2nd place prize went to "CannonMan" by Philip Maxey, an entertaining action game with the objective of shooting a man as far as possible out of a cannon. "Blockarelli" by Tony Paldra, an addictive block puzzle game, took 3rd place.
For the judged portion of the contest, the 1st place prizewinner was "Captain Skyro" created by Daniel Adijans. "Captain Skyro" follows a daring pirate captain as he slingshots his way through the clouds with the aid of his green parrot. The 2nd place award went to "Earth Defense," a retro shooter created by Philip Maxey. "Amberial: Nebulosa Realms," a space-themed platformer created by Jesùs Cuauhtèmoc, rounds out the top three winners.
In the second portion of the contest, Gaia community members voted on contest entries during the month of April. More than 800,000 votes were cast by the Gaia audience. Receiving the 1st place prize was "BoomsticK," an action shooter game by Zach Young of Abduction Studios. The 2nd place prize went to "CannonMan" by Philip Maxey, an entertaining action game with the objective of shooting a man as far as possible out of a cannon. "Blockarelli" by Tony Paldra, an addictive block puzzle game, took 3rd place.
Media Alert: RealGames Launches "Pastry Passion" on RealArcade.com and GameHouse.com
RealGames™, the casual games business unit for digital entertainment services company RealNetworks® Inc., is announcing the availability of "Pastry Passion," a new casual game developed by Real's GameHouse Studios and published by RealGames. This new game is now available on RealArcade.com and GameHouse.com.
Whip up a passion for puzzles with this sweet treat! In "Pastry Passion" players help Henri, a high-spirited baker with a penchant for pastries, arrange scrumptious ingredients into groups of three or more to make colorful confections. "Pastry Passion" challenges players to improve their bakery with helpful tools and rise to the rank of Master Pastry Chef in level after level of mouth-watering matching fun. Featuring two original game modes, special in-game trophies, and rich full-screen graphics, "Pastry Passion" is a delightful indulgence for the mind.
Casual games are simple to learn but often difficult to master. Fans of casual games enjoy the quick-play format that fits easily into busy schedules, providing a method to relax, recharge, or simply pass the time with an entertaining challenge. RealGames strives to incorporate simple game play, intriguing challenges, unique story lines and visually stunning graphics into each new game.
Whip up a passion for puzzles with this sweet treat! In "Pastry Passion" players help Henri, a high-spirited baker with a penchant for pastries, arrange scrumptious ingredients into groups of three or more to make colorful confections. "Pastry Passion" challenges players to improve their bakery with helpful tools and rise to the rank of Master Pastry Chef in level after level of mouth-watering matching fun. Featuring two original game modes, special in-game trophies, and rich full-screen graphics, "Pastry Passion" is a delightful indulgence for the mind.
Casual games are simple to learn but often difficult to master. Fans of casual games enjoy the quick-play format that fits easily into busy schedules, providing a method to relax, recharge, or simply pass the time with an entertaining challenge. RealGames strives to incorporate simple game play, intriguing challenges, unique story lines and visually stunning graphics into each new game.
CEA and Digital Media Wire Announce Partnership for LA Games Conference
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® today announced a partnership with Digital Media Wire, a leading Los Angeles-based publisher and events company focused on the intersection of media, entertainment and technology. Under the agreement, CEA will sponsor and provide ongoing support for the LA Games Conference, Digital Media Wire’s annual game and media industry “insiders” event held in Los Angeles.
Considered a top event for gaming industry insiders, with 60 percent of attendees at the VP or higher executive level, the LA Games Conference brings together the leading video game publishers and developers, carriers, portals, technology companies, advertising executives, venture capitalists, lawyers and analysts, and features valuable sessions on online, mobile and casual games, and the latest trends in investment, advertising and consumer spending. The 2008 event is being held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, May 21-22. For more information, including speaker, sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please visit www.lagamesconference.com.
Considered a top event for gaming industry insiders, with 60 percent of attendees at the VP or higher executive level, the LA Games Conference brings together the leading video game publishers and developers, carriers, portals, technology companies, advertising executives, venture capitalists, lawyers and analysts, and features valuable sessions on online, mobile and casual games, and the latest trends in investment, advertising and consumer spending. The 2008 event is being held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, May 21-22. For more information, including speaker, sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please visit www.lagamesconference.com.
FreshGames® Partners with TrialPay™ to Give Casual Gamers Thousands of Ways to Play Its Most Popular Games for Free
Join the millions of people worldwide to “master the gems” with ZenGems or play the most original and addicting online puzzle game Cubis 2. There’s never a dull moment with these game titles and, in order to make these popular games even more accessible to players everywhere, FreshGames has partnered with TrialPay to give away ZenGems, Cubis 2 and the Cubis 2 Expansion Pack for free.
ZenGems and Cubis are consistently the top games featured on major portals such as Yahoo, MSN, Pogo, Shockwave, Real & MSN. Using TrialPay, players can get FreshGames’ most popular titles free for a limited time by trying or buying an offer from blue-chip advertisers.
In a recent US consumer survey, 32 percent of online gamers said they would definitely use an alternative payment method (like TrialPay) to pay for fee-based online games. Fifty-three percent said they would use an alternative payment method to pay for fee-based games if the offer to “try or buy” something else was something they needed, or if it was a merchant that they shop with regularly. (Editor’s Note: 2008 Alternative Payments Survey available at http://info.trialpay.com/famapr/survey_research_tp.pdf)
ZenGems and Cubis are consistently the top games featured on major portals such as Yahoo, MSN, Pogo, Shockwave, Real & MSN. Using TrialPay, players can get FreshGames’ most popular titles free for a limited time by trying or buying an offer from blue-chip advertisers.
In a recent US consumer survey, 32 percent of online gamers said they would definitely use an alternative payment method (like TrialPay) to pay for fee-based online games. Fifty-three percent said they would use an alternative payment method to pay for fee-based games if the offer to “try or buy” something else was something they needed, or if it was a merchant that they shop with regularly. (Editor’s Note: 2008 Alternative Payments Survey available at http://info.trialpay.com/famapr/survey_research_tp.pdf)
EA Brings Family Board Game Favorites to the Wii and PlayStation 2 with HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT Video Game
Join your host MR. POTATO HEAD for fun and games with family and friends like never before. From the Casual Entertainment Label of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) comes the fun-filled video game HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT, launching fall 2008 on Wii™ and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. Featuring six games including: BATTLESHIP, YAHTZEE, BOGGLE, CONNECT FOUR, SORRY! and the all new, SORRY! Sliders, HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT is sure to become a valuable family favorite.
With the HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT digital experience, families can enjoy familiar classic Hasbro board games or throw in a fun spin with new versions like CONNECT FOUR Power Chips, BOGGLE Portal Cubes, Reverse YAHTZEE and BATTLESHIP Barrage – which add fresh dimensions and challenges to these legendary favorites. Play with up to four people in YAHTZEE, BOGGLE, SORRY! and SORRY! Sliders or up to two players in CONNECT FOUR and BATTLESHIP.
Players can deck out their very own distinctive digital game room in HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT by choosing a setting and adding earned trophies, cool furniture and decorations all themed to their favorite games. Not only can players customize where they play, but also how they play. HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT features a party mode that gives players the option to build a custom party game by choosing their desired game(s), number of players and setting a time limit. Party mode mini-game challenges include Match the Pattern, Shake for Words and Bomb Run.
With the HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT digital experience, families can enjoy familiar classic Hasbro board games or throw in a fun spin with new versions like CONNECT FOUR Power Chips, BOGGLE Portal Cubes, Reverse YAHTZEE and BATTLESHIP Barrage – which add fresh dimensions and challenges to these legendary favorites. Play with up to four people in YAHTZEE, BOGGLE, SORRY! and SORRY! Sliders or up to two players in CONNECT FOUR and BATTLESHIP.
Players can deck out their very own distinctive digital game room in HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT by choosing a setting and adding earned trophies, cool furniture and decorations all themed to their favorite games. Not only can players customize where they play, but also how they play. HASBRO FAMILY GAME NIGHT features a party mode that gives players the option to build a custom party game by choosing their desired game(s), number of players and setting a time limit. Party mode mini-game challenges include Match the Pattern, Shake for Words and Bomb Run.
Ubisoft, Game Crazy, and GGL have teamed up to bring you an Official Haze 4v4 Tournament
Ubisoft, Game Crazy, and GGL have teamed up to bring you an Official Haze 4v4 Tournament, where the top squad can win $5,000! The second place squad takes home two Ubisoft games per player and everyone gets to join in on the thrill of heated competition.
The game drops on 5/20/08 but we'll open up a Practice Ladder right here on 5/14/08 - join the group and start finding teammates now, so you can join the ladder and start challenging and playing opponents as soon as it opens. On 6/4/08 the Practice Ladder will be reset (all squads' records and points set to 0), and we will start the official Ladder Stage. You can challenge other squads, play matches, and move up and down the ladder. Points are awarded not only for winning, but also just for playing, so the more you play the better you will do! At the end of the Ladder Stage on 7/13/08, the top 64 squads will advance to a single-elimination bracket, and the winner of the Bracket Stage takes home the $5,000!
This is a team tournament, so if you need help finding players for your squad, you can try our "Find/Form a Squad" forum. This prize tournament is open to U.S. residents only, but Haze players from anywhere in the world are welcome to join open competition ladders on GGL's Haze Game Group.
Haze is one of the hottest new titles out for the PS3, so join now, invite your friends, form your squad, challenge opponents, and play!
The game drops on 5/20/08 but we'll open up a Practice Ladder right here on 5/14/08 - join the group and start finding teammates now, so you can join the ladder and start challenging and playing opponents as soon as it opens. On 6/4/08 the Practice Ladder will be reset (all squads' records and points set to 0), and we will start the official Ladder Stage. You can challenge other squads, play matches, and move up and down the ladder. Points are awarded not only for winning, but also just for playing, so the more you play the better you will do! At the end of the Ladder Stage on 7/13/08, the top 64 squads will advance to a single-elimination bracket, and the winner of the Bracket Stage takes home the $5,000!
This is a team tournament, so if you need help finding players for your squad, you can try our "Find/Form a Squad" forum. This prize tournament is open to U.S. residents only, but Haze players from anywhere in the world are welcome to join open competition ladders on GGL's Haze Game Group.
Haze is one of the hottest new titles out for the PS3, so join now, invite your friends, form your squad, challenge opponents, and play!
Age of Conan Gold Rush - Prices and Ratings to be Available Soon
In response to the upcoming launch of Funcom's highly anticipated MMORPG title, the virtual currency analysts at http://www.mmobux.com are now providing Age of Conan players with a global analysis of gold prices and sellers' reliability. Given the predictably large number of potential AoC players world-wide, mmobux.com plans to strictly monitor providers of AoC gold.
With a list of over four-hundred RMT traders thoroughly researched and archived along with real-time gold prices and constant updates of shops reliability rating. Mmobux.com is very confident to cater to the early and widespread demand of scarce Age of Conan gold. Players could then purchase the virtual currency more securely.
Since its establishment in 2007, the list of sellers and game currencies at mmobux.com has been growing at a tremendous speed. The site started out offering game currency related services such as price comparisons and sellers' reliability ratings which are basic information that aids currency buyers when making a purchase decision. Mmobux.com also archives thoroughly researched data and interviews from many online sellers. Their community forum is a place where both sellers and buyers can settle their issues and voice their opinions. The most recent project which needs mentioning is the graphical currency price tracker, this feature allows buyers and game economist to keep track of the price of virtual currency over time. With the ever growing number of sellers and the addition of even more analytical functions, purchasing virtual currency is now safer than ever.
Age of Conan is an adult-rated fantasy MMORPG developed by Funcom and is available on PC and the Xbox 360 console. The North American game will be released and available on PC, May 20, 2008. The game will be available on Xbox 360 in 2009. Age of Conan entered its closed beta testing during the Summer of 2006, followed by the limited character level open beta which started on May 1st, 2008. The game received many positive reviews and won the Best of E3 Awards 2007 from IGN during the development process.
With a list of over four-hundred RMT traders thoroughly researched and archived along with real-time gold prices and constant updates of shops reliability rating. Mmobux.com is very confident to cater to the early and widespread demand of scarce Age of Conan gold. Players could then purchase the virtual currency more securely.
Since its establishment in 2007, the list of sellers and game currencies at mmobux.com has been growing at a tremendous speed. The site started out offering game currency related services such as price comparisons and sellers' reliability ratings which are basic information that aids currency buyers when making a purchase decision. Mmobux.com also archives thoroughly researched data and interviews from many online sellers. Their community forum is a place where both sellers and buyers can settle their issues and voice their opinions. The most recent project which needs mentioning is the graphical currency price tracker, this feature allows buyers and game economist to keep track of the price of virtual currency over time. With the ever growing number of sellers and the addition of even more analytical functions, purchasing virtual currency is now safer than ever.
Age of Conan is an adult-rated fantasy MMORPG developed by Funcom and is available on PC and the Xbox 360 console. The North American game will be released and available on PC, May 20, 2008. The game will be available on Xbox 360 in 2009. Age of Conan entered its closed beta testing during the Summer of 2006, followed by the limited character level open beta which started on May 1st, 2008. The game received many positive reviews and won the Best of E3 Awards 2007 from IGN during the development process.
Strategyfreaks.com Claims - Age of Conan Will Need a Miracle Patch
It is less than a week away from the initial release of Funcom's big title MMORPG - Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventure. Strategyfreaks.com's community front page is now listing up to ten major AoC cheats, hacks and exploits, ranging from "Casting Spells Through Walls" to "Make Your Character Fly". Currently, there are more than twenty Age of Conan guides, cheats, exploits and hacks available in total. At this rate, Funcom will have to implement a miraculous fix upon the release in order to keep up with the exploit community.
The Age of Conan section at Strategyfreaks.com was opened on April 2nd 2008 - six weeks before the pre-order launch date of the game. Many veteran members have participated in the beta test and provided the community with many useful insider knowledge ever since. With the degree of activity taking place, the forum draws in more visitors daily and even more content is constantly flowing in.
The Strategyfreaks.com staff is now preparing the site for the upcoming Age of Conan release. They are very confident that with the proper arrangement of all cheats, exploits and guides available right now, all Age of Conan customers are going to be satisfied with their membership.
Before Age of Conan, Strategy Freaks already provided similar services to players of World of Warcraft, Lord of the Rings Online, Archlord and Pirates of the Burning Sea. The company caters to gamers by offering a unique focus on the title it supports. Whereas the online gaming media tend to stick with articles and quick hints, Strategy Freaks tries to offer a one-stop solution for online game players.
The Age of Conan section at Strategyfreaks.com was opened on April 2nd 2008 - six weeks before the pre-order launch date of the game. Many veteran members have participated in the beta test and provided the community with many useful insider knowledge ever since. With the degree of activity taking place, the forum draws in more visitors daily and even more content is constantly flowing in.
The Strategyfreaks.com staff is now preparing the site for the upcoming Age of Conan release. They are very confident that with the proper arrangement of all cheats, exploits and guides available right now, all Age of Conan customers are going to be satisfied with their membership.
Before Age of Conan, Strategy Freaks already provided similar services to players of World of Warcraft, Lord of the Rings Online, Archlord and Pirates of the Burning Sea. The company caters to gamers by offering a unique focus on the title it supports. Whereas the online gaming media tend to stick with articles and quick hints, Strategy Freaks tries to offer a one-stop solution for online game players.
Media Alert: RealGames Launches "Pastry Passion" on RealArcade.com and GameHouse.com
RealGames™, the casual games business unit for digital entertainment services company RealNetworks® Inc., is announcing the availability of "Pastry Passion," a new casual game developed by Real's GameHouse Studios and published by RealGames. This new game is now available on RealArcade.com and GameHouse.com.
Whip up a passion for puzzles with this sweet treat! In "Pastry Passion" players help Henri, a high-spirited baker with a penchant for pastries, arrange scrumptious ingredients into groups of three or more to make colorful confections. "Pastry Passion" challenges players to improve their bakery with helpful tools and rise to the rank of Master Pastry Chef in level after level of mouth-watering matching fun. Featuring two original game modes, special in-game trophies, and rich full-screen graphics, "Pastry Passion" is a delightful indulgence for the mind.
Casual games are simple to learn but often difficult to master. Fans of casual games enjoy the quick-play format that fits easily into busy schedules, providing a method to relax, recharge, or simply pass the time with an entertaining challenge. RealGames strives to incorporate simple game play, intriguing challenges, unique story lines and visually stunning graphics into each new game.
Whip up a passion for puzzles with this sweet treat! In "Pastry Passion" players help Henri, a high-spirited baker with a penchant for pastries, arrange scrumptious ingredients into groups of three or more to make colorful confections. "Pastry Passion" challenges players to improve their bakery with helpful tools and rise to the rank of Master Pastry Chef in level after level of mouth-watering matching fun. Featuring two original game modes, special in-game trophies, and rich full-screen graphics, "Pastry Passion" is a delightful indulgence for the mind.
Casual games are simple to learn but often difficult to master. Fans of casual games enjoy the quick-play format that fits easily into busy schedules, providing a method to relax, recharge, or simply pass the time with an entertaining challenge. RealGames strives to incorporate simple game play, intriguing challenges, unique story lines and visually stunning graphics into each new game.
Mystery Case Files: Agent X Revealed on Mobile Phones
Glu Mobile Inc. (NASDAQ:GLUU), a leading global publisher of mobile games, today announced the launch of “Mystery Case Files®: Agent X™,” the newest addition in the Mystery Case Files franchise, exclusively for mobile phones in North America. In partnership with Glu, Mystery Case Files: Agent X was designed and developed by Big Fish Games™, Inc., a leading developer, publisher and distributor of casual, family-friendly games.
Mystery Case Files has established itself as an industry-leading brand and franchise from Big Fish Games, with more than 1.8 million units sold. Big Fish Games is credited for creating and molding the hidden-object genre, which is now the most popular category in the downloadable casual games business.
Mystery Case Files: Agent X casts players as virtual detectives solving mysteries by finding hidden clues. The game includes exciting weekly updates that provide fresh content to bring players’ into immersive environments. Users can also post high scores to the Mystery Case Files leader boards to compete against others and compare their abilities.
Mystery Case Files has established itself as an industry-leading brand and franchise from Big Fish Games, with more than 1.8 million units sold. Big Fish Games is credited for creating and molding the hidden-object genre, which is now the most popular category in the downloadable casual games business.
Mystery Case Files: Agent X casts players as virtual detectives solving mysteries by finding hidden clues. The game includes exciting weekly updates that provide fresh content to bring players’ into immersive environments. Users can also post high scores to the Mystery Case Files leader boards to compete against others and compare their abilities.
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