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May 25, 2006

An Interview With Mike Smith

Recently we interviewed Mike Smith, the producer of one of Nokia's Next-Gen launch titles namely Creatures Of The Deep. We've tried to include as many of our reader's questions as possible!

 

Could you please tell us how you got into the games industry and how long you've been working with Nokia? 
 

Over 17 years in the industry, with 2 years at Nokia. Started with Distinctive Software in 89, and later was purchased by Electronic Arts and became EA Canada. 

I got into the industry as an Artist working on a few games on the C64 and very rapidly working my way to Art Director on several EA SPORTS titles, including NBA LIVE and NHL Hockey.

 

Tell us a little about COTD and what audience you are looking to capture by making a fishing game, which isn't something done very often.  

Fishing is the largest participant sport in the world (even bigger then soccer) so appealing to this mass market seemed to make sense. This idea has been floating around in mind head for the better part of 17 years (since I started in the game industry), and it always seemed like the kind of game that if done right, would potentially have a broad consumer appeal. With the emergence of the N-Gage platform, it offered the perfect opportunity to explore this concept, and with a twist of fantasy and light hearted fun, the game has come to life.

 

Is *C.O.T.D* a Snap Mobile game or will it be released in 07 for the Nokia's next-gen platform?  

Next-Gen N-Gage platform not SNAP.

 

Is COTD programmed in Java?  *some of our readers thought so*
 
NO. 

 

The graphics in COTD are unlike any we have ever seen on mobiles before, did you use an existing engine or does COTD feature an entirely new one? 


The graphics engine is loosely based upon an existing engine that the developer, Infinite Dreams, had already developed. 

 

What platform will COTD be released on? 


Next-Generation N-Gage. 

 

Is the game N-Gage Arena enabled if so, what online features does it offer? 


YES. We have planned a number of great Arena features for this game. We'll have single player and team based tournaments, both Arena and gamer created. We'll have some multiplayer minigames, community chat, downloadable levels and features, ring tones, wall papers and more. My favorite Arena feature is "Catch and Release". This feature will allow you to catch things from an Arena based lake, where you can tag the creature or object with your personalized info or message and then release it back onto Arena for someone else to catch. The next person that catches that thing will not only be able to see all the previous messages, but also have the ability to add their own message and release it again for someone else to catch.

 

You mentioned a virtual aquarium where we would be able to see the fish we have caught, could you tell us a little more about this.  

 The Live-Well Aquarium is where you store all the things you've caught and kept. At anytime you can go to this live well and view all those things existing in this virtual aquarium and share them with friends. It also will act as you screensaver so when your smartphone goes into standby mode, you'll have a beautiful, personalized aquarium. The Live well will also be utilized for storing all of your fish during tournament, for your daily weigh-in.

 

What can you tell us about what phones will be able to play COTD? 

The platform is still being developed so the actual list of devices has not yet been announced. 

 

What phones do you like out of the current N-Series you like best and why? 

I don't have a particular favorite, but I like several for different reasons.

The N91 for its hard drive space and music playing ability, plus it's a slick looking phone.

N70 because it's a real nice all-around phone. All its features are just very comfortable.

N93 because of its 3d acceleration. 

 

Why did Nokia choose to do a fishing game as one of their next-gen launch titles? 


I'm hoping that they choose this concept over others because of my ability to sell a compelling idea, but I think the real reason is the fact the game concept fit the direction we (Nokia) was trying to achieve on this new platform. The "Fishing Game" stigma was definitely raised and I believe was addressed with great support from our marketing team, production team and developer.

 

Do you any idea of a release date for the game yet? 


The release date will most likely coincide with the launch of the N-Gage platform in the first half of 2007. 

 

Have you tried Nokia's next-gen version of the N-Gage Arena? 


No, not yet. The finishing touches are just being done now, so I am hoping to see something really soon. Our Arena team is a bunch of super-stars so I expect to be very impressed.

 

Can you tell us anything at all about the Next-Gen platform? Is Nokia referring to the Arena Application that will be downloadable or to new phones? *worth a try*


I am not the correct person to speak to this issue. I would like to defer this question to those folks in Nokia that are in a better position to speak about this. 

 

Finally, do you have anything else you would like to say to our readers? 


The future of gaming is mobile and I think that Nokia will continue to lead the pack in this direction. This company has big plans for this type of entertainment and is positioned to be a leader in this industry for a long time

 

May 17, 2006

Creatures Of The Deep Mini-site launches...in secret!

Nokia announced Creatures Of The Deep last week at E3 for their Next-Gen platform being released in 2007 but they already made a mini-site...and didn't tell anyone about it! Who launches mini-sites is secret?

Check out Creatures Of The Deep at www.mobileangler.com !

May 16, 2006

Only for presentation purposes...

As you can see from videos on Nokia's E3 site, the N-Gage QD was playing "Shadow Born" and "Habbo Hotel Islands" which made it seem as though the two titles would be released for the N-Gage QD. Nokia confirmed that this was not the case, "Shadow Born" and "Habbo Hotel Islands" will be released for Nokia's Next-Gen platform in 2007 along with the other launch titles announced at E3 last week. "Payload", from Austrailian developers Tantalus will be the last game to be released for the N-Gage.

 

Creatures Of The Deep - Not So Next-Gen !

 

Nokia announced a line-up of games at the E3 Expo last week. Among the launch titles for their Next-Gen platform launching in the first quarter of 2007 was Creatures Of The Deep , a fishing game with online play and stellar graphics. Until the announcement we were expecting the game to appear sometime in the 1st quarter of 2007 but now the game has its own message board in the "Upcoming Games" section of the N-Gage Arena Forums.

We're still confused about what platform the game will be released on , we'll give you more news about the game as we get it.

May 10, 2006

Next-Gen Arena Screenshots!

Nokia has clearly been inspired and has heavily borrowed design aspects and layout for their Next-Gen Online Service which will still be called "N-Gage Arena" from Microsoft's Xbox Live Service. Below you will find screenshots of the new version of the N-Gage Arena and explanations from Nokia to go along with each screen.

 

 

Profile
The heart of Nokia’s next generation mobile gaming experience. From here, players can customize their public profile, set availability, and view their accomplishments, including award points, stats, highlights, and trophies.

Friends
The player's link to the next generation of mobile gaming community. From here, players can sort Friends Lists according to status, shared games, and ranking. Players can also invite others to play games, chat, issue challenges, or share highlights and screenshots.

Showroom Reviews
Players can rate and review games they currently own or have owned in the past. This rating and reviewing feature gives game owners a voice within the community and helps other players make informed purchasing decisions.

Showroom Media
The focal point for expanding the next generation of mobile gaming experience. From here, players can read up on new games and events in “What's New,” browse images and video, and read reviews of new games.

 

Nokia's Blurb About Next-Gen Mobile Gaming!

Gaming is fun – so why should gaming on your mobile be any different? Nokia is taking the fun of “gaming on the go” to an unprecedented level with our next generation mobile gaming platform, available on a range of Nokia Nseries smartphones in 2007. Get ready for a whole new N-Gage experience!

Always With You
Nokia’s next generation mobile gaming platform will put the power of true, worldwide connected gaming at your fingertips, giving you control of your entire end-to-end mobile gaming experience, wherever you are and whenever you want it. Just connect to expand your world: discover new games, try or buy them, play with friends, play with strangers, share your views and victories…everything you need for superior fun on your phone.

Open For Discovery
Finding out about N-Gage games and players couldn’t be easier. Whether you’re relaxing with your handset or sitting at your computer, just browse the list of titles and even read reviews by other gamers. Think you know someone else who will enjoy a game as much as you have? Why not send the demo to them to see if they like it? Or maybe you’d like to play someone new for a change. Stop by the N-Gage Arena to meet up with fellow gamers to share your world.

Game Your Way
Wherever you are, playing on your own is only one of many options. Play friends, compete in a league, or take on a complete stranger…game your way every time. After playing, keep track of your games, stats, and opponents through an intuitive, clutter-free interface. And whether you’re looking for the perfect antidote to your daily commute or a game that’ll keep you hooked for hours, the new range of titles will offer something for everyone. It’s all right there for you to design your own gaming world!

Pick Your Passion
Of course everything else is just a prelude to the main question: How good is the game? One thing is for certain, Nokia’s track record in gaming is impressive, from classics like Snake to the award winning Pathway to Glory. Get ready for an all new catalogue of N-Gage games that are more exciting, accessible and fun to play than ever! And no more taking chances on a game - you’ll be able to download a demo to see if you really do like it before you part with your money. When you’re ready, you can buy with confidence using our stable and intelligent games delivery system.

Make The Connection
With Nokia’s next generation gaming platform, we’re evolving the N-Gage Arena to bring you just clicks away from the people who matter most – your friends, your rivals, your heros, your fans. The N-Gage Arena is the place to meet developers, trade tips, enter tournaments, win awards, find new opponents, or pick up a prize or two. Drop by for a five minute chat or go all out in a high-stakes competition. It’s your world.

Pocket Aces:Texas Hold'em!

 

Raise the stakes with Pocket Aces: Texas Hold’em - the only multiplayer-mobile poker game where the pots you win have real value! Take your winnings and customize your virtual poker identity with gold teeth, sunglasses, out of this world haircuts and much more!

Features

  • Multiplayer Texas Hold’em Poker – play against anyone anywhere.
  • Customizable and interactive avatars – players create their own customized Pocket Aces identity
  • Use your winnings in the Pocket Aces’ store to buy unique customization options for your avatar!
  • Pocket Aces’ avatars mimic their human player’s game-style by learning from past decisions.

System Rush Evolution !

 

Flowing from the massive repercussions from the "Kenjou" system hack in the original System Rush, the player is now in an authoritarian planet-wide "lock down".

The player resorts to a new form of experimental technology to shatter the 10 newly installed network "firewalls" and prove to the corrupt governments that the flow of information will never be halted.

The user is 'hardwired' into the system, effectively becoming a part of the network. Although advantageous, it has one very serious downside; the user cannot remove themselves from the network if a hack goes awry.

Features

  • 1st 3D accelerated game with Enhanced visual styling.
  • Interactive game-play modes (CHASE, SHOOT & FLIGHT).
  • A new interactive Co-Vec (Code Vehicle) evolution system.

Shadow Born !

 

You are Shadow-Born, a mortal born at midnight on the Winter Solstice. As one of the chosen few, you are gifted with the ability to see another world - one that lies within our own. In this mobile-enhanced role-playing game, not only can you see the magical beings that live in this world, such as vampires, werewolves and unicorns, but you can also bind them to you, allowing you to control, shape and manipulate them. Your supernatural squad will go everywhere with you, even using your mobile’s features, such as text messages and ‘to do’ lists to maintain contact. You will need to utilise all of your Shadow-Born skills to survive this awakening.

The world hasn't changed, you have.

Features

  • Discover and explore a world hidden within our own, where creatures of myth and legend are real, and in charge!.
  • Build your own supernatural fighting force from over 24 types of creature, from vampires and werewolves to trolls, pixies and robots.
  • Train and feed your creatures, who will interact with you in the game and via your mobile’s features, such as ‘to do’ lists, calendars and text messages.

Space Impact!

 

Customize your fighter with weapons and components, and then fight across ten sprawling, action-packed levels in this arcade shooter. Battle more than thirty different enemies, including explosive ballistic cannons and deadly energy leeches. Dodge enemy projectiles to increase your power meter, or unleash devastating combo attacks.

Once you've finished the single player campaign, battle your friends head-to-head with a wireless connection, or connect online through the N-Gage Arena and fight it out in World Battle Mode for the ultimate glory.

Features

  • 3 Selectable in game characters, each with their own specialties and backstory
  • Customize fighters’ with weapons, engines and generators for over 900 different combinations
  • Fight your way through 10 unique missions featuring a variety of environments and 3D interactive elements
  • Increase your ships power as you dodge enemy missiles via Flight’s unique “kinetic system”
  • 2 player competitive “cooperative” missions

N-Gage Arena features

  • Persistent World Battle Mode: Be the top player in your country
  • Download new ships, upgrades and missions via N-Gage Arena
  • Trade parts with other players to trick out your ship via SMS or N-Gage Arena

Pro Series Golf !

 

Do you have what it takes to compete on Pinehurst No. 2? Want to drive among the historic views at the links of Doonbeg? In Pro Series Golf, the most expansive multiplayer-mobile golf titles ever, take on your friends at any time.

Features

  • 4 Real Completely 3D Golf Courses - Pinehurst No. 2, Bighorn , Doonbeg & Royal Liverpool
  • 6 Professional Golfers including Sergio Garcia, KJ Choi, Retief Goosen, Annika Sorenstam, Colin Montgomerie and Casey Wittenberg
  • Extensive Multiplayer Options via the N-Gage Arena

Mile High Pinball On Nokia Phones!

 

This innovative multiplayer twist on pinball is going to blast your ball to amazing heights!

Multiplayer action, power-ups, hidden rooms, customizable boards, alien enemies and action puzzles are only the beginning. Earn money to spend at the Mile High Store, hunt for all the Medallions and attain the Ultimate Ranking! Fanatics are rewarded, so indulge your addiction!

Features

  • Blast Your Way To The Top Of The Mile High Pinball Tower
  • Harness the might of awesome Power Ups: Multi Balls, 10X Multipliers, Super Slo-Mos, & more!
  • Intense 2-player Bluetooth Gaming: Challenge friends on the Mile High Pinball tower!
  • Show off your high scores and scope out the competition at milehighpinball.com
  • Storm the gates to higher boards by battling 25 devious alien enemies and bosses

Bluetooth Features

  • 2-player pinball – play against friends on the Mile High Pinball tower

N-Gage Arena Features

  • Beat-My-Map Challenge
  • Rankings (Score, height, time)
  • Tradable balls and power-ups

ONE - Who's Next ?

 

Everyone beat up everyone, please.

Announced in 2004, ONE set the standard for graphics performance in mobile games. Now ONE brings the global fighting community and Nseries mobile computers together. The sequel features more advanced graphics than previously, stretching standards even higher than before. Controls and playability are also pushing the boundaries, including new scenarios adapted for landscape mode gaming on Nseries mobile computers. Be prepared to wonder, can this possibly be on mobile?

Habbo Islands!

 

Welcome to Habbo Islands, your very own tropical paradise.

Experience the pleasure of adventuring in a beautiful and dynamic environment that reacts to your every move. Find new and exciting creatures and plants with their very own personalities, and keep in touch with friends in the Habbo Hotel by messaging with them using your very own mobile Habbo Console.

Features

  • All new singleplayer adventure game set in Habbo World
  • Select from Kaohali and Mokomi, two Habbos with an ancient heritage
  • Four different themes with five different hilarious and exciting missions in each
  • Find out more about the secrets of the Ancient Habbos, a mysterious people who used to live on the Habbo Islands
  • Use the Habbo Console to keep in touch with your friends in your local Habbo Hotel

Creatures Of The Deep!


 

 Creatures of the Deep will take you on a fishing adventure like no other! Get ready for a mobile rod-bending and heart pounding experience as you travel to some of the world’s most exotic angler destinations. Cast your line and catch hundreds of fish, sea creatures, and unique items to store in your virtual live-well. The single player career mode will challenge you with dozens of quests as you freely roam the expansive fantasy and real-world fishing destinations. Sense the subtle bites on your lure with vibration feedback. Compete in tournaments online via the N-Gage Arena to determine who will wear the crown of the ultimate angler worldwide!

 

·        Hundreds of unique fish, sea creatures and items populate the underwater worlds for you to reel in so expect the unexpected!
·        Show off your trophy catches via the built-in aquarium screensaver!
·        A pervasive fishing mode allows you to “fish in the background” and feel the bite vibration to jump into the action anytime!
·        Bluetooth mini-games and puzzles are included for quick fun!
·        Compete globally in online N-Gage Arena tournaments and see how you stack up against anglers worldwide!

 

Nokia showcases consumer experience of new mobile gaming platform!

Los Angeles, CA, 9 May 2006 – Nokia today showcases the consumer experience of its new mobile gaming platform at the 2006 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3). For the first time, visitors can explore the key part of this new experience – a pre-installed application which allows consumers to easily find, buy and play rich and immersive games on a range of Nokia Nseries multimedia computers and other Nokia S60 devices. These next generation mobile games are designed specifically for mobile devices which means they are quick to pick up, fun to play and hard to put down.

“Today, visitors can discover for themselves what Nokia’s next generation mobile gaming strategy is all about,” says Jaakko Kaidesoja, director, games, Multimedia, Nokia. “Our aim with this new strategy is to make entertaining, top quality mobile games accessible to as many people as possible. With this new mobile gaming experience available on a range of Nokia smartphones, we’re making gaming a core part of your mobile entertainment.”

Smartphones, such as the Nokia Nseries range of multimedia computers, are driving the growth of mobile gaming and are integral to Nokia’s mobile gaming strategy. With their advanced telephony and rich internet functionality, Nokia smartphones can provide the highest quality of connected mobile games that are always with you.

“We’ve also announced a strategic cooperation with Gameloft,” adds Kaidesoja. “By working with this leading games publisher, we´re making even more games available for Nokia device owners. This collaboration will improve mobile gaming experiences in our next generation mobile gaming platform.”

Gaming communities are another key element of Nokia’s mobile gaming strategy. The N-Gage Arena will be a core part of Nokia’s next generation mobile gaming experience as well as the SNAP Mobile Java activities.

“The ‘community’ aspect is an extremely important differentiator and all our next generation mobile games will be N-Gage Arena compatible,” continues Kaidesoja. “With the new user interface, the N-Gage Arena is only a few clicks away, providing access to your friends, rivals, heroes and other gamers. We want to not only entertain, but connect gamers to one another by allowing them to share game achievements and chat online.”

Nokia also announced its first range of games for the new mobile gaming platform including: Creatures of the Deep, ONE, Pocket Aces, Pro Series Golf, Space Impact and System Rush: Evolution. Demos of all new games are available on a range of Nokia devices at the Nokia N-Gage stand, situated in the South Hall, booth #900 at E3 2006.

Taito to adopt Nokia’s SNAP Mobile platform for connected mobile game publishing!

Bust-A-Move: Mobile Mania to debut Connected Grooving Competition on handsets

Los Angeles, CA, 9 May 2006 – Nokia (NYSE: NOK), the leader in mobile communications, today announced that Taito, the publisher of some of the world's best-loved classic video and arcade games, will begin publishing connected mobile gaming content on the SNAP Mobile platform, the most comprehensive one stop solution for connected Java mobile gaming community. Expected to be available to consumers in late 2006, Taito games developed for SNAP Mobile feature the interactive multiplayer capabilities of the SNAP Mobile solution and are optimized for mobile play through superior use of mobile phone screen space.

SNAP Mobile’s agreement with Taito to publish and distribute casual mobile gaming titles marks the US and European debut of a connected multiplayer version of Taito’s hit title Bust-A-Move, known internationally as Puzzle Bobble. Bust-A-Move: Mobile Mania will be available on the SNAP Mobile platform with the unprecedented addition of gamer rankings and head-to-head match play over the cellular network as well as friends list, presence, and instant messaging capabilities.

“Our relationship with Nokia’s SNAP Mobile opens a door to the market opportunity for connected casual gaming,” said Kenji Ishikawa, Regional Manager of Taito. “The competitive nature of a game like Bust-A-Move lends itself to multiplayer gaming among groups of friends who purchase it for play using the SNAP Mobile solution.”

“The connected multiplayer features of SNAP Mobile are a natural fit for intuitively social titles such as Taito’s Bust-A-Move,” said Lisa Waits, Head of Nokia’s SNAP Mobile. “The agreement between SNAP Mobile and a leading publisher of casual gaming titles such as Taito helps to define a market shift to quality connected casual gaming titles for the mobile user.”

The SNAP Mobile solution is now available for connected mobile game development and publishing, as well as mobile game community development. It delivers a quality connected game playing experience to users by harnessing the versatility of Java™-based mobile content on a wide variety of Java™ MIDP2.0 compliant phones.

Operators, publishers and developers wishing to learn more about SNAP Mobile can also visit Nokia at booth #900 during the Electronic Entertainment Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center, May 10-12.

Nokia and Gameloft announce expanded mobile gaming collaboration!

Los Angeles, CA, 9 May 2006 – Nokia and Gameloft today announced a strategic collaboration to make a range of award winning Gameloft mobile games easily available to Nokia device owners. The relationship will allow for deeper cooperation between the two companies regarding development cooperation to ensure timely support of new Nokia handsets and technologies as well as the distribution of Gameloft games.

As part of this relationship, Gameloft will develop a number of Gameloft franchises for Nokia’s next generation mobile games platform which is expected to launch in the first half of 2007. As key industry leaders, Nokia and Gameloft will seek to bring increased value to consumers and channel partners through the delivery of fantastic games that are easy to discover, purchase and play.

“Nokia’s next generation-platform will provide a gaming experience that has never been seen on a mobile device and we’re dedicated to support it with our best titles and brands,” said Michel Guillemot, President, Gameloft. “We’re very excited to strengthen our relationship with Nokia, who is the world’s leader in mobile communications.”

“Gameloft has been a driving force in the mobile games industry so it’s only natural for us to increase our level of cooperation as we evolve our mobile games strategy and launch our next generation games platform next year,” said Jaakko Kaidesoja, director, games, Multimedia, Nokia. “Gameloft has an amazing portfolio of mobile games and supporting technologies that generate fantastic mobile experiences. Working with them fits well with our strategy.”

Nokia unveils first range of next generation mobile games!

Six games titles for Nokia’s new mobile gaming platform debut at E3 2006

Los Angeles, CA, 9 May 2006 – Nokia showcases its first range of next generation mobile games at the 2006 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3). Visitors to the Nokia N-Gage booth are the first to experience demos of the new games coming to a range of Nokia Nseries multimedia computers and other Nokia S60 devices, including: Creatures of the Deep, ONE, Pocket Aces, Pro Series Golf, Space Impact and System Rush: Evolution.

“Nokia is redefining current mobile games benchmarks by offering top quality games on a range of devices,” says Gregg Sauter, director of games publishing, Nokia. “Whether you have a few seconds to make a catch in Creatures of the Deep or a few minutes to fight to the top in ONE, we make it easy and convenient to get and play great quality games on your Nokia device.”

All Nokia N-Gage games for the next generation platform have been designed specifically for mobile devices, where multiplayer gaming and community gaming features via the N-Gage Arena come as standard.

In addition to showcasing the first set of next generation mobile games on a range of Nokia devices, the Nokia N-Gage booth will feature previously announced games such as Mile High Pinball, Habbo Islands and Shadow-Born. The new games line-up includes:

Creatures of the Deep
Creatures of the Deep takes you on a fishing adventure like no other. Travel through some of the world’s most exotic angler destinations, cast your line and catch boatloads of fish, sea creatures, and underwater items to store in your virtual live-well. The single player career mode will challenge you with dozens of quests as you freely roam the expansive fantasy and real-world fishing destinations. Sense the subtle bites on your lure with vibration feedback. Also, E3 visitors are invited to take part in the “Catch the N-Gage Fish” contest for the chance to win a 6-night/4-day fishing package for two at the Crocodile Bay Resort in Costa Rica.

ONE – Who’s Next?
In 2004, ONE set the standard for graphics performance in mobile games. Developed by Digital Legends Entertainment, ONE now brings the global fighting community and Nokia Nseries multimedia computers together. The sequel shown at E3 2006 features more advanced graphics, including real-time reflections, light glow and game play at 30 frames per second. Controls and playability are also pushing the boundaries, including adaptable controls and all new scenarios, some designed for landscape mode gaming. The graphics are best appreciated live at the Nokia N-Gage stand, booth #900 in the South Hall.

Pocket Aces: Texas Hold’em
Nokia ups the ante with a mobile version of this Sin City staple – Pocket Aces: Texas Hold’em. This poker game in your pocket lets you wager, raise the stakes and bluff your way to the top, or hit rock bottom – against friends and strangers alike. Single player and multiplayer Pocket Aces offers online tournaments, online head-to-head match ups, and rankings. Winnings in Pocket Aces have real value; players create their own gambler identity and use their winnings to customize their fully 3D avatar. In addition, the avatar learns the user’s poker strategies, and eventually becomes capable of playing on it's own!

Pro Series Golf
Do you have what it takes to compete on Pinehurst No. 2? Want to tee up alongside the historic views at the links of Doonbeg? Play Pro Series Golf, the most expansive multiplayer-mobile professional golf game ever, where you can challenge your friends or golfers around the world via the N-Gage Arena. Play as one of six professional golfers including Sergio Garcia, KJ Choi, Retief Goosen, Annika Sorenstam, Colin Montgomerie and Casey Wittenberg, and drive your way to victory.

Space Impact
This addictive Nokia arcade franchise flies to the next generation. You can customize your fighter with various weapons and battle more than 30 unique enemies, including explosive ballistic cannons and deadly energy leeches, while navigating across 10 action-packed levels. Dodge enemy projectiles to increase your power meter, or unleash devastating combo attacks. Win the missions to earn money and buy upgrades between battles. More than 30 different ship parts can be used to trick out your Skyblade. Collect extra upgrades by completing missions, or acquire exclusive power-ups from the N-Gage Arena.

System Rush: Evolution
Chase, shoot and fly your way to freedom in Nokia’s most distinctive futuristic interactive 3D racing game sequel. System Rush: Evolution – the latest and most visually stunning racing game to appear on a mobile device takes place in an authoritarian planet-wide “lock down”, where players are pitted against new network defenses and hacker bosses. The player possesses a new form of experimental technology to shatter the 10 newly installed network “firewalls” and prove to the corrupt governments that the flow of information will never be halted. Our hero is ‘hardwired’ into the system, effectively becoming a part of the network.

Visit the Nokia N-Gage stand, situated in the South Hall, booth #900 to be the first to experience the new games available. Also, for more information about the Nokia N-Gage presence at E3, please visit www.n-gage.com/e3.

Nokia at E3!

The Official E3 Section of www.n-gage.com has finally been opened. You can access the page at www.n-gage.com/e3 . We will be bringing you updates from e3 as they get in! Stay tuned!

May 09, 2006

E3 Is Upon Us!

It's that wonderful time of year again! The Electronic Entertainment Expo 2006 is only hours away! We will be bring you updates from the Nokia booth and conference as soon as we get them. Keep checking...Nokia's got something big to announce.


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