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Ranger, You're gonna love this:PRESS RELEASE: Nokia: Viral Outbreak Sends Snakes Slithering Onto N-Gage Game Decks Worldwide
ESPOO, Finland, January 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- From the dark winter depths of the Finnish wilderness, a viral outbreak has begun, with a new generation of Snakes coming to the N-Gage platform. Available for free download from http://www.snakesoutbreak.com starting today, this latest incarnation of the world's most famous mobile game will infect N-Gage game deck users with that familiar Snakes desire to see how long you can go. Multiplayer games will quickly turn into a slippery session with support for up to 4 players via Bluetooth wireless technology. Players can start their own viral outbreak by sharing their "infection" with other N-Gage owners; a full copy of Snakes can easily be transmitted by Bluetooth connection.
"Snakes is the most famous mobile game ever, so we though it was entirely appropriate to bring a new generation to the N-Gage platform," said Pasi Polonen, Director, Game Publishing, Nokia. "The unique method of viral distribution via Bluetooth, plus the free download, means that practically every N-Gage owner can enjoy the addictive gameplay and upload their high scores to the N-Gage Arena."
Snakes takes players deep into the interstitial space that exists in between the atoms, electrons and quarks that form matter. This constant struggle between the elements provides the perfect backdrop for 42 levels of intense and sometimes mind-boggling action. Players must navigate each level, searching for power boosts, travel along power paths and stay alert to avoid obstacles. Some levels are double-sided, forcing players to play both sides.
Visit http://www.snakesoutbreak.com to download a copy of the game and check out a lot of other cool stuff. You can send free SMS or e-mail pranks to your friends, watch the Snakes 3D in action. Most of all, just have a laugh, since the website is absolutely hilarious.
About N-Gage
The N-Gage game deck is an innovative mobile device that is creating an entirely new market for the games industry. Built for active gamers, the N-Gage platform is the first mobile and connected game deck to feature online high-quality 3D multiplayer game play over Bluetooth wireless technology and GPRS. The N-Gage device also offers unique online games services as well as a comprehensive and growing games catalogue from the leading game publishers. Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation.
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Copyright (c) 2005 Nokia. All rights reserved. Nokia and N-Gage are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nokia Corporation. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Some features and services are dependent on the network, supported digital content formats, the compatibility of other devices and applications, and other factors. Please refer to the user guide for more detailed information.
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