[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Gamasutra and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource GamesPress.]
London, UK., – September 7, 2010 –
Leading downloadable games publisher, Chillingo, today announced a
licensing agreement with developer Biodroid to publish Billabong
Surf Trip, an arcade-simulation surfing game for the iPhone, iPod
touch and iPad. Set throughout the world’s best surfing
destinations, the game uses Billabong’s top professional
surfers Andy Irons, Taj Burrow, Joel Parkinson and Tiago Pires as
ambassadors for the game, who share helpful tips on how to rip and
get tubed on waves for maximum performance.
“We’re proud to bring the first licensed surfing
game to the App Store, delivering an immersive experience to
surfing enthusiasts and newcomers alike,” explains Johnny
Coghlan, Head of Publishing, Chillingo. “The adrenaline rush
of paddling out and executing over 20 maneuver combinations
including snaps and cut backs, along with catching air and
negotiating through ground swells and barreling waves will really
excite gamers seeking fast-paced fun at their
fingertips.”
“Biodroid developed a robust life-like game that explores
Surf and Billabong heritage in a totally authentic way” said
Diogo Horta e Costa of Biodroid. “We worked closely with
Billabong and its Professional Surfers to ensure that the game
mechanics mirrored what is experienced in reality,” states
Ricardo Flores, of Biodroid. “Every detail from the types of
heart-stopping waves found at various surfing locations to the
range of maneuvers players can try is the same as what can actually
be done in the sport.”
“Combining the simulation style game with an arcade feel
is the ideal approach to introduce new folks to the sport as well
as engage surfing fans,” said Scott Wallace, Billabong VP of
Strategic Partnerships.
Billabong Surf Trip is slated to launch this Fall on the App
Store.
Additional gameplay details will be revealed in the coming weeks
at
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About Chillingo
Chillingo publishes innovative games and software for various
platforms. Other hit iPhone, iPod touch and iPad titles include
Angry Birds, Minigore, Ravensword: The Fallen King, Ice Age: Dawn
of the Dinosaurs, iDracula and Cash Cow. For more information about
Chillingo please visit chillingo.com.
About Biodroid
BiodroidEntertainment is a media entertainment company founded
in 2007 and based in Lisbon, Portugal. The company focuses on the
management, production and distribution of IP based products.
www.biodroid-entertainment.com/www.biodroid-productions.com
About Billabong
Billabong produces active lifestyle clothing, accessories and
related products designed and distributed to a worldwide customer
base of board riders. The products are developed in the authentic
environment of the boardsport culture and sold primarily through
surf and specialty retailers.
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