Ludia, in partnership with Universal Partnerships & Licensing and Amblin Entertainment, today announced the launch of Jurassic World™: The Game. The official mobile game is based on Universal Pictures’ and Amblin Entertainment’s Jurassic World, the long-awaited installment in the groundbreaking Jurassic Park series, in theaters June 12, 2015. The game is available exclusively on the App Store.
In the game, fans of the iconic dinosaur franchise are invited back to Isla Nublar where, alongside their favorite characters from the film, including Owen and Claire, players can raise and evolve more than 50 different dinosaur species and battle with them in head-to-head combat in the game’s battle arena. Players will find themselves immersed in a prehistoric experience, surrounded by iconic buildings and lush landscapes inspired by the film, and can interact with the colossal dinosaurs like never before.
“The Ludia team is thrilled to once again be part of the Jurassic Park franchise by bringing Jurassic World™: The Game to mobile platforms,” said Alex Thabet, President and CEO of Ludia Inc. “Fans are in for quite a ride as their building and battling skills are sure to be put to the test. We have created a unique experience that truly showcases Ludia’s growing expertise in mobile gaming development, as we are a clear leader in this sector.”
In Jurassic World™: The Game players will:
- Defy the laws of science as they COLLECT, HATCH & EVOLVE more than 50 unique dinosaurs.
- CONSTRUCT AND UPGRADE iconic buildings and lush landscapes inspired by the film.
- CHALLENGE opponents from around the world in earth-shaking BATTLES.
- INTERACT with characters from the film as they navigate exciting new storylines and thrilling missions.
- ENHANCE the experience with Hasbro Brawlasaurs toys – scan each toy dinosaur and battle with it directly in the game.
- CHOOSE from multiple card packs; each can bring a special dinosaur to life.
- EARN daily rewards such as gold, DNA and other essential resources.
About Ludia Inc.
Ludia Inc., a
member of the FremantleMedia entertainment family, is a Montreal-based
video game company that creates and distributes cross-platform digital
games with mass consumer appeal. Founded by experienced industry
players, Ludia's innovative and high-quality product portfolio consists
of original and branded properties including: Jurassic Park Builder ™,
Dragons: Rise of Berk, The Price Is Right™, Family Feud®, Where’s
Waldo?®, and, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire™. For more information: www.ludia.com.
About Universal Partnerships & Licensing
Universal
Partnerships & Licensing (UP&L) oversees NBCUniversal’s consumer product
and digital licensing for Universal Pictures, NBC Television, Focus
Features and Sprout Channel. This dedicated division is also responsible
for film, home entertainment and television promotions. UP&L is part of
NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and
entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of
entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal
owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment
television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant
television production operations, a leading television stations group,
world-renowned theme parks, and a suite of leading Internet-based
businesses. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
About Hasbro
Hasbro (NASDAQ:
HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World’s Best Play
Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET
SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH,
TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games to
television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a
comprehensive lifestyle licensing program, Hasbro fulfills the
fundamental need for play and connection for children and families
around the world. The Company’s Hasbro Studios creates entertainment
brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film and
more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social
responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a
safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of
millions of children and families every year. Learn more at www.hasbro.com and
follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews).
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Contacts:
Darcy Cameron, 514-798-6147
darcy.cameron@highroad.com
or
Ludia
Angèle
Lapointe, 514-313-3370, ext. 246
alapointe@ludia.com