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LOS ANGELES - November 10, 2011
Atari, one of the world’s most recognized publishers and
producers of interactive entertainment, announced the launch of
Asteroids®: Gunner today on the App Store.
Asteroids: Gunner is a free-to-play, dual-stick action
shooter for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, developed by Fluik
Entertainment, the minds behind
Office Jerk. In the first original sequel to the
genre-defining arcade game
Asteroids, released in 1979, players will journey across
multiple galaxies in search of valuable cosmic crystals and
exciting asteroid-blasting action. A turn-based multiplayer
Challenge Mode is due for release in the game’s first update,
expected to hit later this year.
Take on the role of the Gunner on a journey across the galaxies,
blasting his way through deadly asteroid fields and alien fleets as
he works his way to the top of the gritty crystal mining industry.
With three different ships under his command and three dangerous
galaxies with 150 total enemy waves to crush, players will have a
literal
and metaphorical blast as they gain rank promotions and
collect cosmic crystals in order to buy upgrades that will
transform their space crafts into undeniable asteroid-destroying
machines.
Features include:
• Three all-new galaxies to explore and conquer, with 150
waves of asteroids and alien warships to obliterate
• Dual-stick controls for firing and movement, perfect for
non-stop blasting action
• Access to three unique space crafts to pilot: the Miner,
the Bomber and the Dart
• Legions of power-ups and upgrades to customize your ship
and turn it into an unstoppable force
• Earn Crystals and purchase Space Bucks to unlock new
galaxies and powerful upgrades
• An extensive achievement system that lets you earn
ranks… and bragging rights
• OpenFeint and Game Center integration
“The successful launch of Atari’s Greatest Hits this
summer exceeded our expectations for the iOS platform, garnering
over 3 million downloads to date,” said Jim Wilson, CEO of
Atari. “Asteroids: Gunner capitalizes on the innovation and
potential of the app store and sets the path for more great games
based on our legendary franchises while launching new original
titles that meet the expectations of our dedicated fans and broader
consumer base.”
To download
Asteroids: Gunner from the App Store, please use the
following link:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id474572720
Head over to the official
Asteroids: Gunner Facebook page and “Like” it
for future updates:
www.facebook.com/AsteroidsGunner
For more information about Atari games and the latest news:
- Visit our website:
www.atari.com
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www.facebook.com/atari
- Follow us on Twitter:
www.twitter.com/atari
A press kit for
Asteroids: Gunner may be downloaded with the following
link:
www.triplepointpr.com/dl/atari/Asteroids_Gunner_DPK.zip
(20MB)
For more information please visit:
www.atari.com
About ATARI, SA
Atari group is a global creator, producer and publisher of
interactive entertainment. Atari’s brands and content are
available across all key traditional and digital distribution touch
points, including browser-based and social online platforms,
Windows PC, consoles from Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony Computer
Entertainment America, and advanced smart phones (i.e. iPhone,
Android and RIM devices). Divisions of Atari, SA include Cryptic
Studios, Eden Studios, Atari Interactive, Inc. and Atari, Inc.
Atari benefits from the strength of its worldwide brand and its
extensive catalogue of contemporary classic game franchises
(Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Lunar
Lander®), original owned franchises (Test Drive®, Backyard
Sports®, Deer Hunter®), MMO games from Cryptic Studios
(Star Trek™ Online, Champions™) and third party
franchises (Ghostbusters®, Rollercoaster Tycoon®, Dungeons
and Dragons®). Atari also leverages the power of its franchises
to deliver movies and merchandise to consumers around the
world.
© 2011 Atari S.A. All rights reserved.
Atari word mark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari
Interactive, Inc.
About Fluik Entertainment
Founded in 2009, Fluik Entertainment is an Edmonton-based game
developer focused on iPad and iPhone projects with broad appeal.
For more information, visit
www.fluik.com and follow the company on Twitter
at
www.twitter.com/FluikGames and Facebook at
www.facebook.com/FluikEntertainment.
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