GAMEVIL continues record overseas growth for Q3 2013

LOS ANGELES, CA- November 12, 2013- Leading mobile games publisher and developer GAMEVIL announced its 2013 third quarter results today, reporting record overseas (outside of Korea) sales of 12.2 billion KRW ($11.4 million USD).

In the third fiscal quarter of 2013, GAMEVIL recorded 21 billion KRW ($19.6 million USD) in sales, 1.9 billion KRW ($1.8 million USD) in operating profit, and 1.8 billion KRW ($1.7 million USD) in net profit – this reflected a 26% increase in sales as compared to the prior year. However, there was a decrease in operating and net profit due to increased third party royalties and investments in talent acquisition.

The quarter is noted for its highest overseas sales to date. GAMEVIL recorded 12.2 billion KRW ($11.4 million USD) in overseas sales, which resulted in a 108% increase over the previous year’s results for the same quarter. In particular, the company saw growth in the greater China region with a steep 46% increase in sales compared to the previous quarter.

GAMEVIL attributes its growth in core genre sales to its live services. Titles such as ‘Monster Warlord’ and ‘Fishing Superstars’, which have currently been in the market for more than 16 months, have continued to do well in the box office. Through constant updates and live events, sales have increased 20% compared to the previous quarter. With titles such as ‘Dark Avenger’ and ‘Perfect Inning 2013 KBO’ growing as well, GAMEVIL is finding success in the mid-core space, recording higher ARPU and revenues than ever before.

In order to consolidate the foundation for future growth, GAMEVIL also showed a full range of investments this year, which included equity investments and acquisitions, talent acquisition, and overseas expansion. In particular, the Com2uS acquisition established a major stepping-stone going forward by combining the game development and global publishing capabilities of Com2uS and GAMEVIL, respectively. Going forward, GAMEVIL looks to capitalize on the potential of both companies’ global platforms, Com2uS Hub and GAMEVIL Circle, by creating global synergy through collaboration, cross-promotion, and other events.

For the next quarter, GAMEVIL plans to expand on its success by releasing a variety of highly anticipated titles. Following the success of recently launched fantasy puzzle RPG, ‘Spirit Stones’, GAMEVIL will be releasing 10 blockbuster titles, which includes the anticipated Full-Network MORPG ‘ZENONIA Online’. By doing so, GAMEVIL hopes to finish the year strong and to solidify itself as a leading global publisher.

About GAMEVIL

GAMEVIL®, with over 330 million game downloads and experience publishing hundreds of games on multiple platforms, is one of the most active and innovative mobile game companies in the world. Established in 2000 and with offices in Los Angeles, Tokyo, Beijing and Seoul, GAMEVIL is an experienced global mobile game publisher working with more than 70 top studios around the world.

With deep industry and regional knowledge, GAMEVIL has been able to craft numerous award winners through a diverse portfolio of games. Backed by unparalleled expertise in mobile, GAMEVIL continues to lead the sector with a commitment in establishing mobile gaming as a way of life.

GAMEVIL is currently listed on the KOSDAQ Market (Ticker: 063080, Bloomberg: 063080:KS, Reuters: 063080.KQ)

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It’s Time to Lock ‘n’ Load. FPS Warriors Bundle Delivers 6 Steam PC games for $2.99

Strictly Embargoed: November 12^th 2013 17:00 GMT: Clips and mags and ‘nades and frags, that’s what The FPS Warriors Bundle from Bundle Stars is made of. Fill your FPS boots with this bundle of brilliantly diverse Steam PC shooters, and help charity in the process.

For just $2.99 gamers will get Steam keys for all of these games from http://www.bundlestars.com/all-bundles/fps-warriors-bundle :

• The Ship: Complete Pack (includes TWO EXTRA ACTIVATIONS for your friends)
• Shattered Horizon
• Dino D-Day
• Section 8
• Legendary
• Sniper Ghost Warrior

Read for more detailed game highlights:

The Ship is an online murder game with a unique set of rules… gamers are coerced into a brutal hunt to indulge the fantasies of Mr X on board a luxury cruise ship. This Complete Pack also includes the single player mode and TWO EXTRA ACTIVATIONS to send to friends.

Shattered Horizon is the ultimate zero gravity FPS combat game for up to 32 players. Take what you’ve learned on the battlefield to create new tactics in fully three dimensional space battles.

Section 8 drops fans straight into fast-paced large scale FPS action in the far reaches of the galaxy! Join the epic battle between the 8^th Armoured Infantry and the Arm of Orion with fierce squad-based combat across majestic alien worlds.

Dino D-Day harks back to World War II and sees Adolf Hitler’s resurrected dinosaurs trampling Europe and the Mediterranean. Team up with friends in this action-packed multiplayer game and choose to fight as the Nazis or Allied Nations in a quest to take down the ravenous reptiles.

Legendary delivers a massive blockbuster movie experience, dynamic environments and awe-inspiring fire-fights as you blast creatures of myth and legend right back into Pandora’s Box.

Sniper Ghost Warrior takes gamers to intense sniper missions and deadly assault scenarios. Featuring a realistic ballistics system, bullet cam mode, environmental effects and a variety of mission types, Sniper delivers an impressive visual and technological gaming experience.

Supporting Charity… Available now for a limited time, a percentage from every sale of The FPS Warriors Bundle goes to SpecialEffect (www.specialeffect.org.uk), a registered charity that improves the quality of life for disabled children and adults by providing specially adapted game controllers.

The FPS Warriors Bundle is available now from http://www.bundlestars.com/all-bundles/fps-warriors-bundle for just $2.99

GAMEVIL strengthens global publishing; partners with developers from Finland, Colombia, and Ukraine

LOS ANGELES, CA- November 12, 2013- Leading mobile games publisher and developer GAMEVIL has partnered with developers around the world to enhance its global expansion efforts. It has made seed investments into Finnish game developer Ocean View Games, and has entered into publishing partnerships with Colombian developer Brainz and Ukrainian developer Zadzen Games.

Ocean View Games is a Finnish game company which boasts a talented team of over 50 years combined gaming experience and members from Mr.Goodliving, Chat Republic Games, Remedy Entertainment, and Rovio. GAMEVIL has made seed investments into the start-up with plans to collaborate on future titles going forward.

Brainz is a Colombia based next-gen entertainment company focused on creating story rich original IPs through high production value mobile games. Its games have had great reception from both specialized critics and players alike, and it has grown to become one of the most recognized studios in Latin America.

Zadzen Games is a Ukraine based studio, founded by gaming experts who have previously developed successful mobile browser games published in Russia and CIS countries. The team specializes in creating vast worlds in which gamers can fall deeply in to.

GAMEVIL will be working closely with each developer, providing deep insight on game design, monetization, and supporting Games as a Service. By leveraging its large userbase and wide outreach, GAMEVIL will also publish the signed titles and distribute them to all major and rising markets around the world.

“With over a decade of hands-on experience in mobile gaming coupled with our presence in all major markets, no other mobile gaming publishing company is as effective as GAMEVIL in providing a truly global approach,” stated Kyu Lee, President of GAMEVIL USA. “Through our focused global expansion efforts, we are planning to work with talented teams from all over the world, and invite developers to come meet with us at G-STAR.”

GAMEVIL will be attending and available for meetings at G-STAR from 11/14 to 11/17.

About GAMEVIL

GAMEVIL®, with over 330 million game downloads and experience publishing hundreds of games on multiple platforms, is one of the most active and innovative mobile game companies in the world. Established in 2000 and with offices in Los Angeles, Tokyo, Beijing and Seoul, GAMEVIL is an experienced global mobile game publisher working with more than 70 top studios around the world.

With deep industry and regional knowledge, GAMEVIL has been able to craft numerous award winners through a diverse portfolio of games. Backed by unparalleled expertise in mobile, GAMEVIL continues to lead the sector with a commitment in establishing mobile gaming as a way of life.

GAMEVIL is currently listed on the KOSDAQ Market (Ticker: 063080, Bloomberg: 063080:KS, Reuters: 063080.KQ)

Follow the Twitter feeds at http://www.twitter.com/gamevil and Facebook Pages at http://www.facebook.com/gamevil

SILKROAD ONLINE DRESSES UP FOR HUGE HOLIDAY UPDATE

November 12, 2013 – Leading online game developer and publisher, Joymax, today unleashes a massive new update just in time for Thanksgiving celebrations in their longest running MMORPGs, Silkroad Online and Silkroad-R.  From new costumes to timely boosts and even priority log-ins, there’s a little something for players old and new in this exciting update!  Thieves and merchants can both traipse over to the official SRO site for all of the event details at http://bit.ly/Join_Silkroad

Introducing the newest Silkroad Online Avatar costume: the Janissary Outfit.  Thought to be extinct, these emissaries were experts in thievery and once conquered the Silkroad, holding it for their exclusive pillaging.  As the bearers of the magical Yatagan, they easily stand out from a crowd; with flexible tactics, their battle prowess is equal to that of existing classes.  The undisputed masters of the strategic “false retreat,” the Janissary Outfit avatar is not to be trifled with.

Feel like wishing upon a star isn’t working lately?  Try a lamp instead!  The elusive Genie’s Lamp is back and on sale to boot.  For each Genie’s Lamp that a player purchases from the cash shop, they will receive a second Lamp absolutely free.  With the relaunch of the Genie’s Lamp, two key items normally found exclusively in the Lamp can now be purchased individually: Premium Gold Time and 4-Week Gold Time.

A 4-Week Gold Time pass gives players numerous benefits, including a 3-hour bonus daily that doubles character & skill experience.  While a ticket is active, players can also acquire and complete Premium PLUS quests – these challenging tasks reward players with additional skill points.  Available for sale now at the low price of 92 silk, these passes are available for characters up to level 90.

Premium Gold Tickets, once a rare and coveted prize from the Genie’s Lamp, are now available for sale!  Holders of a Premium Gold Ticket will get priority log in time, even during the busiest parts of the day.  In addition, they will receive a daily 5-hour increase in character and skill experience, doubling the exp earned during the boost!  Physical and Magical damage and defense for all ticket holders is boosted by 10%, attack and parry is boosted by an additional 10%, and characters will enjoy a bonus 10 stat points in both Str and Int.  While a ticket is active, players can also acquire and complete Premium PLUS quests.  Need better equipment?  Holding a Premium Gold Ticket boosts enchanting by 5% and enhancing by 10%, giving you an extra chance to create the perfect piece of armor or the deadliest weapon.  Players can grab these tickets for a limited time for 290 silk.

Fans can find everything and anything about Silkroad and Silkroad-R on their official Facebook pages which have nearly 390,000 likes from all over the world.  Join the conversation now at https://www.facebook.com/officialsilkroad and https://www.facebook.com/officialsilkroadr.

Players can learn more about the game and download it for free at http://www.joymax.com.

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About Silkroad Online
Silkroad Online is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game that puts the player deep into historical fantasy, joining the Chinese and European civilizations along the Silk Road trade route. Traveling across Jangan, from China to Constantinople, players can make their fortunes as merchants, prey on the rich as thieves, or be protection-for-hire as hunters.

About Joymax
Since its establishment in April, 1997, Joymax has been developing and publishing quality games for the emerging online game industry of the 21st century. Based in Seoul, Korea, the company has published numerous titles for the PC market.  With its first MMORPG, Silkroad Online, the game has grown to offer service in over 200 countries since its 2004 launch. Joymax is a proven global entertainment company, providing multimedia content for all. For more information, please visit http://www.joymax.com.