JAMDAT Mobile Brings id Software's Legendary DOOM to Mobile Phones with DOOM RPG; id Software's Legendary DOOM Gameplay - from t
October 20 2005 - 8:24AM
Business Wire
Global wireless entertainment publisher JAMDAT Mobile Inc.
(NASDAQ:JMDT) announced today the launch of DOOM(R) RPG, an
exciting role-playing mobile game set in the DOOM universe. The
game, based on id Software's legendary game franchise, is available
now on wireless carriers throughout North America. DOOM RPG has
been co-developed by id Software and Fountainhead Entertainment.
DOOM RPG is a new take on the world-renowned DOOM franchise. The
game preserves the look, feel and excitement of the original DOOM
game, while integrating a tactical, turn-based combat system for
easy to learn one-handed gaming. Crafted specifically for mobile
phones, DOOM RPG sends players to a secretive Martian research
facility to solve the mystery of a massive demonic invasion. DOOM
RPG captivates die-hard fans looking for a little bit of hell
on-the-go while introducing a whole new generation to the classic
that started the first-person gaming revolution. "The launch of
DOOM RPG is a milestone in mobile gaming," said Mitch Lasky,
Chairman and CEO of JAMDAT Mobile Inc. "John Carmack and the id
Software team have created a game that delivers the same thrilling
gameplay synonymous with DOOM to mobile phones." "For over 10
years, DOOM has set the bar for action and innovation on nearly
every serious gaming platform released," said Todd Hollenshead,
CEO, id Software. "Now we're putting a little Hell in your pocket
with a new incarnation of DOOM designed and built specifically to
deliver all of the game's legendary action in an inventive and easy
to control turn-based RPG." DOOM RPG has already received rave
reviews from a number of influential gaming Web sites, including:
WGWorld.com (rated 5 out of 5) "DOOM RPG is a huge game for mobile
phones not just in size but in meaning. For such an important
franchise to make it onto a wireless handset and be pulled off so
exceptionally well, it speaks volumes as to the quality of games
that can be made." IGN Wireless (rated 9 out of 10) "DOOM RPG is a
superbly playable mobile RPG. The game starts off with a good, easy
level for players to get acquainted with the set-up and the general
flow of game play, but wade a few levels deeper into hell and the
game spirals out of control -- but in the good way. Monsters get
brutish and aggressive, better weapons produce splashier
bloodstains, and the puzzles deeper. Never a dull moment. Like I
said above, although this is based on a game from 1993, DOOM RPG is
a fresh experience for mobile... Hugely recommended." DOOM RPG
catapults wireless users into 10 levels of hellish mayhem. Players
confront 38 vicious enemies, including returning foes such as Pinky
Demon, Zombie and Imp, while finding secrets and fulfilling tasks
throughout the UAC research facility. With a brutal arsenal of nine
weapons, including old favorites like the Super Shotgun and BFG, as
well as cool weapons new to the DOOM universe, players engage in
first-person combat with more than eight hours of action-packed
gameplay. Gamers can also purchase stat boosters, such as strength
and accuracy, to customize their characters and replay game levels
to build up characters' abilities. DOOM and its sequels are among
the most popular PC games ever, with millions of copies sold. DOOM
games are currently available for the PC and multiple console
systems. Game availability depends on individual phone model and
wireless carrier. For specific information, JAMDAT's Game Finder is
available at www.jamdat.com. About JAMDAT Mobile JAMDAT Mobile Inc.
is a global publisher of wireless entertainment applications,
including games, ring tones, images and other content. JAMDAT's
application portfolio is based on original and licensed
intellectual properties and includes JAMDAT Bowling, Tetris(R),
Downtown Texas Hold 'Em, Lemonade Tycoon(R), Bejeweled(R), The Lord
of the Rings(R), Tony Hawk's(R) Underground and Scrabble(R). JAMDAT
distributes its applications through wireless carriers around the
world. For more information, please visit www.jamdat.com. About id
Software id -- Freud's primal part of the human psyche and one of
the hottest game shops on Earth -- has been rocking the gaming
world from Mesquite, Texas since 1991. As a renowned leader in the
industry, id Software forged such frenetic titles as Wolfenstein
3D(R), DOOM(R), DOOM II(R), QUAKE(R) QUAKE II(R), QUAKE III
Arena(R), and Return to Castle Wolfenstein(R). With intense
graphics and mind-blowing action, id's games have helped redefine
the modern video game, continually setting industry standards for
technology and gameplay. And, in keeping with tradition, id
Software has amplified the world of adrenaline pumping 3-D gaming
with the release of their latest action title, DOOM 3(R). id
Software's advanced DOOM 3 engine is leading the next revolution in
3-D interactive games. Check out more about id Software at
www.idsoftware.com. Safe Harbor Statement - JAMDAT Mobile Inc. This
press release may include forward-looking statements within the
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including statements related to anticipated revenues, expenses,
earnings, operating cash flows, the outlook for JAMDAT's markets
and the demand for its products. Factors that could cause JAMDAT's
actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking
statements include its ability to integrate the acquisition of Blue
Lava Wireless, anticipated growth in the handset market, its
ability to effectively market and sell products in diverse market
segments, its reliance on a limited number of products and
third-party vendors and distributors, its ability to expand studio
operations, increases in fulfillment costs, disruptions to
information technology systems, unpredictable events and
circumstances relating to international suppliers, increased
competition, government regulatory action and general economic
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JAMDAT Mobile Inc. DOOM RPG is a trademark and DOOM and ID are
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