NEW YORK, May 25, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- "Skullgirls,"
the fast-paced, 2D blockbuster fighting game franchise, debuted
today on the App Store for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad, and Google
Play for Android devices. Developed by Hidden Variable Studios,
published by Autumn Games, and
distributed by social platform giant LINE, "Skullgirls" is now
available in North and South
America, Europe,
Australia, New Zealand, and the
Philippines. The game will be coming soon to Asia and additional territories.
"To LINE, commitment to our community means access, quality and
passion. Skullgirls delivers on all three as one of the most
popular fighting franchises worldwide developed specifically for
LINE's game platform," said Takeshi Idezawa, CEO, LINE Corp. "Today users can download the
first-to-mobile Skullgirls gameplay experience offering adrenaline
surging, pulse-pounding action at their fingertips."
"The original Skullgirls sprung from the amazing artistic and
technical acumen of the team at Lab Zero and the tireless support
from one of the most amazing, invested communities in gaming. For
the last three years, the team at Hidden Variable have brought the
same passion and dedication to ensuring that we do this game
justice on mobile," said Charley
Price, co-founder and creative director of Hidden Variable.
"What we've built captures the tactical depth and creativity that
separates forgettable fighting games from GREAT fighting games.
That said, Skullgirls is still accessible for folks who are new to
the genre or who no longer have the hours of training that
traditional fighters often require. Mobile players deserve a TRUE
fighting game experience. We are excited to give it to them."
"Skullgirls" is a 2D Fighting RPG packed with unique, colorful
characters to collect, upgrade, and customize as you search for the
mysterious SKULLGIRL. With thousands of frames of carefully
hand-drawn 2D animation, "Skullgirls" delivers one of the most
visually polished games on mobile today. It features team and
deck-building mechanics familiar to RPG players, in addition to
custom controls designed specifically for mobile that allow players
to effortlessly execute a wide variety of amazing moves and combos
with a single tap or swipe. Newer players to the fighting game
genre can choose the Fight Assist mode for taking on a more
turn-based, tactical combat role, whereas dedicated fans will
appreciate the deep tactical choices and opportunities for creative
combos, juggles and more.
At the heart of "Skullgirls" is a full RPG progression system
that allows players to collect and customize from a growing list of
characters, unlock, upgrade and equip special moves and
blockbusters, and to build teams of up to three Fighters for
creating the best combinations. In a brand new supernatural noir
Story mode, players brave the bright lights and back alleys of
"dark deco" New Meridian in search of the Skullgirl before she
destroys the world as we know it. In addition, players can explore
Daily Events and compete in Prize Fights against other players to
unlock new fighters, in addition to a dedicated Training mode to
practice combos, try different team combinations and perfect one's
technique. Players who download the game during its first week,
will unlock a special Early Adopter bonus.
"We could not be more excited to open up the Skullgirls
franchise to mobile game fans around the world today," said
Jason Donnell, President of
Autumn Games. "The combination
of LINE's insights and support and Hidden Variable's immense
talent, along with the incredibly rich Skullgirls universe, has led
to what we think is one of the best mobile fighting games ever
made. We can't wait for fans to get their hands on it."
To date, the global hit franchise, developed by Lab Zero, has
sold millions of copies across the Sony PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox
and PC/Mac platforms.
To download "Skullgirls" on the App Store,
visit http://bit.ly/sgmios
To download "Skullgirls" on Google Play, visit
http://bit.ly/sgmdroid
About Autumn Games:
Autumn Games is a publisher focused
on being a partner to amazingly talented game developers and
studios. Based in New York,
Autumn has worked with a number of incredible game developers to
make award-winning entertainment franchises, such as Skullgirls,
Def Jam Rapstar and Jimmie Johnson's
Anything with an Engine.
About LINE Corporation:
LINE Corporation (NYSE:
LN/TSE: 3938) is based in Japan
and operates the LINE messaging app, a global service used in more
than 230 countries and regions. It offers free one-to-one and group
messaging, as well as a diverse array of lively stickers that can
be used to express feelings difficult to convey with just words –
the body language of texting. Free domestic and international voice
and video calls are also available. In addition to its messaging
app, the company offers a wide range of other services ranging from
games to photo sharing apps.
About Hidden Variable Studios:
Hidden Variable
Studios is an independent game studio founded in 2010, based out of
Los Angeles, CA, dedicated to
injecting a fresh perspective on the world around us. With a
"player first" focus, the studio has released multiple
award-winning original games (Bag It!, Tic Tactics) and partnered
with other top developers to bring innovative ideas to existing
titles (Threes!, Skullgirls). More information on Hidden Variable
and their games can be found at http://www.hiddenvariable.com/
CONTACTS
For Autumn Games:
Jonalyn Morris
jonalyn@jonalynmorrispr.com
323-376-3632
For LINE Corp:
Amy Pandya / Kelly Susco
Rogers & Cowan
apandya@rogersandcowan.com / ksusco@rogersandcowan.com
310-854-3418 / 310-967-3403
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