Into the Dead® now available for Apple TV, Android TV, and Samsung Gear VR

Major update and new platforms for hit PikPok original videogame as it passes 3^rd anniversary and 50m downloads

NEW ZEALAND, Wellington, December 17, 2015 – Leading games publisher PikPok is celebrating the third anniversary and over 50 million downloads of their hit original title Into the Dead®, releasing a major update and expanding the game onto new platforms.

The game is now available to play on Apple TV, Android TV, and the recently launched Samsung Gear VR powered by Oculus, joining existing availability on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Android phones and tablets, Windows, Windows Phone, and Facebook.  Additionally, a new feature and content packed update has been released, and a “Holiday Roundup Sale” brings back custom rare weapon sets for a limited window.

Into the Dead throws you into the gruesome world of the zombie apocalypse where there are no second chances. Do what you have to stay alive, keep moving as fast as you can, and protect yourself by any means necessary.

“Into the Dead continues to be a foundation title in our portfolio, and passing both 50 million downloads and its 3^rd anniversary are milestones worth celebrating.” said Mario Wynands, Managing Director of PikPok. “With no signs of slowing down, we are continuing to expand and improve the title, as well as working on new titles to expand the game universe and build the franchise.”

More information, screenshots and video for Into the Dead is available from www.intothedead.com and at www.facebook.com/intothedeadgame, and play Into the Dead on Facebook at http://apps.facebook.com/intothedead

About PikPok
PikPok is a leading publisher of great games across mobile, tablet and desktop. With a portfolio of original, licensed, and third party developed properties, PikPok delivers games that appeal to all consumers with pick-up-and-play gameplay, high-quality art, and immersive audio design which provide rich game experiences. PikPok has released multiple critically and commercially successful games including the popular Flick Kick® series, BAFTA nominated Super Monsters Ate My Condo™, Into the Dead® and more. Steal a moment, and play a game from PikPok. For more information on PikPok, please visit www.pikpok.com and www.facebook.com/pikpokgames

COLECO IS BACK

Trabuco Canyon, CA  – December 17, 2015 – Video-game industry pioneer COLECO re-enters the market, partnering with Retro Video Game Systems, Inc., to introduce a new video-game system called the COLECO Chameleon.

COLECO Chameleon is a versatile video-game system that serves as a modern day take on the classic game console and will accurately play compilations of favorite games from the past.  The COLECO Chameleon also has the ability play brand-new games in the 8-, 16- and 32-bit styles, a growing and popular genre in today’s gaming landscape.

Chris Cardillo, a partner in COLECO said, “Mark [Thomann] and I are excited to work hand-in-hand with Retro Video Game Systems, Inc. in the launch of the COLECO Chameleon.  It’s ironic that a new ‘retro’ video-game system would actually revolutionize and revitalize the COLECO brand.”

And, for the first time in nearly 20 years, the COLECO Chameleon will once again play brand new games on long-lasting, durable cartridges that can be played, traded, and collected for a lifetime.  And all game cartridges will include high quality, plastic clamshell cases with illustrated instruction manuals and game developer liner notes.

Retro Video Game Systems, Inc. President Mike Kennedy adds, “The COLECO Chameleon is a love-letter to all the classic cartridge based gaming systems that came before it and we love the fact it will succeed COLECO’s successful Telstar and Colecovision product lines. It will take gamers and their families back to a simpler time where games were all about great gameplay and fun factor.”

The COLECO Chameleon will launch in 2016 and will also be demonstrated at Toy Fair New York 2016, February 13-16.

EVERYWEAR GAMES LAUNCHES TIME UNIT, THE FIRST SUPERHERO ADVENTURE GAME EXCLUSIVE TO APPLE WATCH

HELSINKI – Dec. 17, 2015 – Everywear Games, creators of the Apple Watch fantasy game Runeblade, have released Time Unit, the first superpowered, heroes-against-villains adventure available only on Apple Watch.

“After the success of Runeblade, we’re thrilled to offer players a brand-new experience on Apple Watch,” said Everywear Games CEO Aki Järvilehto. “Our mission has always been to push the envelope of smartwatch game development, and seizing the opportunity to explore fresh themes and gameplay with Time Unit is an important step in making that a reality.”

When a mysterious anomaly breaches space-time and unleashes an invasion of monstrous abominations upon the world, the elite heroes of the Time Unit must combine their powers to fix this quantum catastrophe. Explore dangerous environments, discover new team members and level up the unique abilities of each squadmate to defend the planet from the fearsome WORF Initiative.

Designed for comfort and convenience on Apple Watch, Time Unit’s intuitive gameplay and controls are fine-tuned for quick bursts of glance-based action that build up in excitement over time and on the go. Additional content is expected through free updates after release.

Time Unit is available today as a free-to-play title on Apple Watch via the App Store. For more information, please visit the game’s official website at www.everyweargames.com, and follow Everywear Games on Facebook and Twitter.

About Everywear Games

Founded in 2014 by executive talent from Remedy, Digital Chocolate and Rovio, Everywear Games is the first significant player to focus entirely on creating gaming experiences optimized for Apple Watch and similar devices. The company is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, one of the world’s leading centers for mobile gaming development. Wired listed it as one of the hottest European startups of 2015, and it is backed by Lifeline Ventures, Sunstone Capital and True Ventures, some of world’s leading venture funds that invest into disruptive companies.

‘BADLAND 2’ OUT NOW ON iOS

The Sequel to Apple’s 2013 iPad Game of the Year Expands the Series in All Directions With New Features and 3D Touch Support

HELSINKI – Dec. 17, 2015 – Frogmind, the independent creators of the 2013 Apple iPad Game of the Year, BADLAND, have released the much-anticipated BADLAND 2. This side-scrolling, action-adventure sequel grows on the award-winning world of BADLAND in even more stunning beauty with levels that extend and scroll in all directions. Fly and survive through new elements, such as liquids, flamethrowers, frost, magma, water and searing light. Fall down deadly rifts, fly to any direction, and race and jump along the surfaces to safety as an all-new charming, rolling character. The game’s immersive audio design and high-quality, atmospheric visuals pull players into a truly stunning world of beauty, wonder and danger.

“BADLAND 2 is our attempt to reinvent the first BADLAND,” said Juhana Myllys, co-founder and lead artist/designer of Frogmind. “We wanted BADLAND 2 to be worthy of the word ‘sequel.’ It’s not the old BADLAND just with new content. It is a whole new world to explore.”

BADLAND 2 features a single-player campaign with unique, physics-based challenges, as well as online stages for competing against friends in seasonal, globally ranked, asynchronous multiplayer events. More content for both modes is coming soon after launch through free updates. As with the first BADLAND, which has been updated dozens of times, the launch is just the beginning.

The intuitive, easy-to-grasp controls of BADLAND 2 are fine-tuned for precise maneuvering amidst the traps and puzzles on the journey. The title includes support for 3D Touch capability on iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus, allowing for incredibly accurate touch sensitivity while flying. Home screen quick actions allow fast access to single-player and online modes, and iCloud progress synchronization is available across linked iOS devices.

BADLAND 2 is out now on iPhone, iPad and iPod touch devices for $4.99 / 4.99€ / 3.99£ on the App Store. For the latest updates, please visit www.badlandgame.com, and follow BADLAND on Facebook and Twitter.

#BADLAND2

About Frogmind

Frogmind is the maker of BADLAND, the 2013 App Store iPad Game of the Year. We are an independent game studio located in Helsinki, Finland. Our goal is simple: to make games offering the best possible play experience with high production values. Our first game, BADLAND, was originally released in the App Store in April 2013. Currently BADLAND is available on all mobile platforms, and has been released as a GOTY Edition for Xbox One, PS4, PS3, PS Vita, Wii U and Steam. BADLAND has been downloaded more than 30 million times.