4/26/2013

[MacNews] Digest Number 2935

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Thu Apr 25, 2013 9:00 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Pangea Software Makes All iOS Games Free for a Day - Published on 04/25/13

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Pangea Software today announces that their entire iOS game library will be free without restrictions for 24 hours. The free games include: Monkey Bongo, Billy Frontier, Jive Turkey Shoot, Cro-Mag Rally, Warheads, Enigmo, Enigmo 2, Enigmo Deluxe, Nucleus, Air Wings, Air Wings Intergalactic, Nanosaur 2, Bugdom 2, Otto Matic, Quarters!!, and Antimatter. Pangea Software has experienced great success developing iPhone games with 6 of their games reaching the Top 10 apps list over the years.

Austin, Texas - Pangea Software today announces that their entire iOS game library will be free without restrictions for 24 hours. With no strings attached, their entire iOS game library is available for free download on the App Store until Friday morning. The free games include: Monkey Bongo, Billy Frontier, Jive Turkey Shoot, Cro-Mag Rally, Warheads, Enigmo, Enigmo 2, Enigmo Deluxe, Nucleus, Air Wings, Air Wings Intergalactic, Nanosaur 2, Bugdom 2, Otto Matic, Quarters!!, and Antimatter. These games normally range from $1.00 USD to $4.00.

Pangea Software was one of the first game companies to experience great success developing iPhone games with 6 of their games reaching the Top 10 apps list over the years, most recently Air Wings, which was released last year.

�iOS and the App Store are the best thing to come along in video games in 25 years,� said Brian Greenstone, President of Pangea Software, �We�ve been very fortunate to have been a part of this new industry, so to say �Thank You� to all of our awesome customers we�re hosting one of the biggest giveaways the App Store has ever seen.�

Pricing and Availability:
Pangea�s apps are free fo al limited time and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category.

Pangea Software: http://pangeasoft.net/iphone
Download Pangea Apps on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/pangea-software-inc./id281736538
Logo: http://www.pangeasoft.net/files/jpegs/PangeaLogo-Chrome.png

Founded in 1987 by Brian Greenstone, Pangea Software, Inc. is a versatile and progressive software developer that is independently owned and operated. Based in Austin, Texas, the award-winning Pangea team is focused on creating original titles for the Apple iPhone and Mac platforms. Copyright (C) 2013 Pangea Software, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Brian Greenstone
CEO
512-266-9991
United States
brian@pangeasoft.net

Facebook Profile: https://www.facebook.com/PangeaSoftware
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/PangeaSoftware

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Thu Apr 25, 2013 11:00 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Gorgeous Shiny the Firefly Now Available - At An Initial Special Price - Published on 04/25/13

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Today Headup Games is pleased to announce the worldwide release of Shiny the Firefly 1.0 for iOS and Android. This high-quality graphics game combines the best gameplay elements of adventures, games of skill, and puzzle games while being as addictive as a Jump'n Run. This adorable game, set in the middle of a picturesque garden, has the player helping Shiny, the cute little firefly, to find his babies. The player will have to fly, run, hide and defend itself against a legion of enemies.

Cupertino, California - Today Headup Games is pleased to announce the worldwide release of Shiny the Firefly 1.0 for iOS and Android. This high-quality graphics game combines the best gameplay elements of adventures, games of skill, and puzzle games while being as addictive as a Jump'n Run.

To celebrate the global release Shiny the Firefly will appear in the Android Play Store as well as the iTunes App Store for the bargain price of $1.99 USD instead of $2.99, furthermore today we are thrilled to roll out Shiny's release trailer, which includes an audiovisual peek into the gameplay and visuals.

About Shiny the Firefly:
This adorable game, set in the middle of a picturesque garden, has the player helping Shiny, the cute little firefly, to find his babies. The player will have to fly, run, hide and defend itself against a legion of enemies. Stubborn mosquitoes, hungry toads, mischievous plants, sneaky wasps, endlessly long centipedes and lots of other little, dangerous garden dwellers are going to get in the way and make life difficult.

The player's reflexes will be tested, as well as needing their wit and intellect as they navigate through this beautiful, colorful world helping Shiny in his search. All kinds of different animations let the player know how Shiny's feeling. So the player will always know if Shiny feeling happy, concerned, tired or angry. That will help the player to solve the trickiest situations in the game. The player has to use it ability to shine skillfully: the babies can only follow Shiny when he is lit up, but that also makes him visible to his enemies.

Will the player succeed in reuniting Shiny with his family?

Feature Highlights:
* Visual and gameplay highlights
* Unique Light On, Light Off feature
* Great, high-quality graphics
* A charismatic character with numerous animations
* Three different worlds with a total of 33 levels, teeming with enemies, bosses, puzzles and other game elements
* An all-round fully developed and intuitive game experience for everybody
* Game Center integration

Language Support:
English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS/4/4S/5, iPod touch (3rd/4th/5th generation), and iPad
* Requires iOS 4.2 or later
* Universal app optimized for display on all iOS devices
* 220 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Shiny the Firefly 1.0 is $1.99 USD (or equivalent amount in other currencies) and available worldwide through the App Store in the Games category. A free version is also available. Free and paid versions are also available on Google Play.

Shiny the Firefly 1.0: http://www.appshout.com/apps/shiny-the-firefly/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/shiny-the-firefly-free/id614575988
Purchase and Download: https://itunes.apple.com/app/shiny-the-firefly/id608321950
Download from Google Play (Free): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.headupgames.shinyfree
Download from Google Play (Paid): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.headupgames.shiny
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bm6Sqs7NPcs

Headup Games GmbH & Co. KG is an independent games publisher located near Cologne in Germany as was awarded as the Best German Publisher in 2012 by the German Developers Association. Together with its partners Headup Games focuses on the contentment of their customers and the best gameplay experience delivered at the fairest price-quality ratio. Since its foundation the company published over 50 SKU's, including many projects from young, ambitious indie-developers, where much potential and creativity had been seen. The portfolio features high-quality games such as Super Meat Boy, The Binding of Isaac, Terraria, Limbo, Archon: Classic, The Tiny Bang Story, Trapped Dead, Grotesque Tactics, The Binding of Isaac, Q.U.B.E., and Frozen Synapse as well as the million seller and #1 iOS Hit Bridge Constructor. Copyright (C) 2013 Headup Games GmbH & Co. KG. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other
countries.

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Mark Johnson
Media Director
1-408-757-0156
United States
press@appshout.com

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Thu Apr 25, 2013 1:30 pm (PDT) . Posted by:

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Top-ranking game Dark Summoner launches large-scale spring campaign - Published on 04/25/13

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Nagoya-based Ateam Inc. will offer their Dark Summoner players plenty of fantastic bonuses in their Spring Bonaza Campaign. Soon to be released "Relica" system details also announced. Dark Summoner is a dark fantasy-themed online monster battle game that has garnered high acclaim and popularity in Japan and many other countries across the globe. Players are encouraged to take advantage of this great chance to fortify their Battle Formations with superior AAA monsters.

Nagoya, Japan - Ateam Inc., a leading mobile application developer, is excited to announce the roll-out of fan appreciation campaigns across the globe on behalf Dark Summoner. As a token of gratitude to the dedicated players that populate this awesome game, a total of eight special campaigns - known collectively as the Spring Bonanza - are scheduled to be held.

One campaign, the Spring Bonanza Login Stamp Campaign, offers players special item rewards simply for logging into the game each day of the campaign period. Another campaign offers a limited-time Dark Summon X 11 pack that guarantees at least one powerful monster and features three brand-new Rank AA and Rank AAA monsters. All of these cool new additions are now available for a limited time only. Players are encouraged to take advantage of this great chance to fortify their Battle Formations with superior AAA monsters!

Spring Bonanza Campaign Details:
1. Summoner Lotto - Get tickets with Dark Summons and other unique Summons
Held: April 25 (Thu.) 3:00 a.m. ET - May 8 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET

Players have a chance to win prizes using lottery tickets they can earn through several methods. One ticket is given to every player each day they log in during the campaign period, and more can be obtained by performing certain in-game Summons including Dark Summons. Prize winners will be decided by a random drawing which will be held after the event period has ended.

2. Spring Bonanza Login Stamp Campaign - Get items just for logging in
Held: April 26 (Fri.) 2:00 a.m. ET - May 8 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET

Players will be given items simply for logging in each day of the campaign period.

3. Limited-Time Dark Summon X 11 Pack - Guarantees at least one elite monster
Available: April 25 (Thu.) 3:00 a.m. ET - May 1 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET

This special pack of Dark Summons guarantees players will receive at least one powerful monster with a Battle Point cost of 25 or more.

4. Battle Challenge - A chance for those who battle hard to reap the rewards
First Half Held: April 26 (Fri.) 2:00 a.m. ET - May 1 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET
Second Half Held: May 1 (Wed.) 2:00 a.m. - May 8 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET

This Battle Challenge will be the first that follows a new format splitting the event into two halves. The Second Half will contain an elite course only available to players that gather a certain amount of Victory Points in the First Half. The rewards for the elite course dwarf those on offer for the regular course in the Second Half, giving players extra incentive to test their mettle against fellow Summoners!

5. Three new Rank AAA monsters and three new Rank AA monsters added to Dark Summons
Available From: April 25 (Thu.) 3:00 a.m. ET

Three all-new elite Rank AAA monsters and powerful Rank AA monsters will be available for players to obtain through Dark Summons.

6. New Cypher monsters and exclusive monsters from past events appear in Dark Summons
Available: May 1 (Wed.) 3:00 a.m. ET - May 8 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET

New Rank A, Rank AA, and Rank AAA Cypher monsters will be available in Dark Summons and Dark Summon X 11 packs. Further, several monsters that were exclusive rewards from past events will also be added to Dark Summons and Dark Summon X 11 packs during the campaign period.

7. Half-Price Sacrifice Campaign
Held: April 26 (Fri.) 2:00 a.m. ET - May 8 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET
The amount of Gold required for Sacrifices will be cut in half during the campaign period.

8. Ebon Chests return for a limited time
Available: May 1 (Wed.) 3:00 a.m. ET - May 8 (Wed.) 1:59 a.m. ET
A pack containing Energy Potions and other useful items will be on sale for 25% off during the campaign period.

NEW "Relica" System:
The fun is geared to ramp up even more in the near future with the upcoming release of "Relica" items for gamers to collect as they play! Relica are unique in-game accessories that come in the form of necklaces, gauntlets, and armlets that players can equip to gain certain bonuses. In turn, theses bonuses - such as the "Attack Up," - grant boosts to the stats of monsters in the player's formation. Details on how to get and use Relica will be revealed soon, so stay tuned! Ateam is working hard and plans on periodically adding new features, special campaigns, and more to continue to enrich the Dark Summoner experience and provide the best possible game to smartphone users around the world.

About Dark Summoner:
Dark Summoner is a dark fantasy-themed online monster battle game that has garnered high acclaim and popularity in Japan and many other countries across the globe. Players assemble and command a custom army of monsters to take on challenging missions and defeat powerful bosses. When assembling their armies, players must summon monsters, raise them into more powerful creatures, and find the strongest monster combinations to dominate their enemies. Player-versus-player battles and Raid missions are both featured in the game, allowing players to choose how they interact with fellow Summoners. Included in the game are over 1,500 monsters featuring original artwork created specifically for Dark Summoner by many artists renowned internationally. Dark Summoner offers players a chance to team up with fearsome monsters to take on formidable opponents!

Device Requirements:
* iPhone 3GS, 4, 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch and iPad
* Mobile phones and tablets running Android version 2.2 or higher
* Requires iOS 4.3 or later
* 25.6 MB

Pricing and Availability:
Dark Summoner 1.02.11 is Free and available worldwide exclusively through the App Store in the Games category.

Dark Summoner 1.02.11: http://www.darksummoner.com/
Download from iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/app/dark-summoner/id480950048
Download from Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.darksummoner
YouTube Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4e2MnCZprz4
Screenshot 1: http://a707.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/072/Purple/v4/fb/d7/0e/fbd70ee2-f821-c1e1-33d7-a6ef720d13a0/mzl.qkerohau.320x480-75.jpg
Screenshot 2: http://a1716.phobos.apple.com/us/r1000/105/Purple/v4/c5/b0/de/c5b0deeb-784f-8922-77e2-ba7ad5700f47/mzl.kkhyndzh.320x480-75.jpg

Ateam Inc. is a publicly traded technology company in Japan operating across a variety of industry sectors. In addition to developing games for every major mobile platform, the organization also offers both commercial and personal web service and management solutions. All Material and Software (C) Copyright 2013 Ateam Inc. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other trademarks and registered trademarks may be the property of their respective owners.

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Brady Mehagan
Marketing Represntative
Japan
account@comboapp.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/darksummoner.us
Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/DarkSummoner_us

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Fri Apr 26, 2013 2:30 am (PDT) . Posted by:

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Shopping Pro App Developer Launches New Free Demo Version - Published on 04/26/13

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QuinnScape today introduces Shopping Free (Grocery List) 1.0 for iOS, the lite demo version of the full-featured Shopping Pro app. This free, demo version comes ad-free, but is limited to only one shopping list. Built on the mature 4-year foundation of Packing Pro, Shopping Free is a digital shopping list that features an extensive, customizable catalog and a 100% customizable shopping list. The app features collapsable categories with floating headers, running item tallies and much more.

Taipei, Taiwan - QuinnScape, developer of #1-ranking travel app Packing Pro and Shopping Pro, is proud to announce the launch of a brand new app: Shopping Free (Grocery List). It is a lite demo version of the full-featured Shopping Pro app. Both apps are digital grocery & shopping lists built on the mature 4-year foundation of Packing Pro, which has been featured in the App Store's "10 Essentials" & "Traveling Home" promotions, as well by CNN, BBC, WSJ, National Geographic, Budget Travel, Fodor's, CNET & Macworld, among others.

Shopping Free is a digital shopping list that features an extensive, customizable catalog and a 100% customizable shopping list. This free, demo version comes ad-free, but is limited to only one shopping list. It also includes all of the following core features:

* Multi-item selection for speedy list building
* Multi-item editing for easy list & catalog management
* Collapsable categories with floating headers & running item tallies
* Numerous list sorting & display options
* Bottom bar for on-list & in-cart cost totals
* Ability to set & calculate an app-wide default tax, or per-item taxes as well
* Favorites folder & functionality for quick, customized lists
* Send to email for print out & file sharing
* Fully customized device support for all sizes of iPhone, iPod touch & iPad

Besides sharing the core features listed above, Shopping Pro, the full-version app, also includes unlimited shopping lists, numerous list creation/import/export options, great iCloud auto-syncing support, complete control over the look and feel of the app (themes, layout, fonts, colors, textures), a huge, built-in Master Catalog with over 1500 items, Smart Search, and iTunes & email file sharing & out-of-app editing support.

Built on the back of the highly successful Packing Pro, Shopping Free now offers much of the same functionality and more for the everyday shopper as well. Come check out Shopping Free (Grocery List) for yourself today!

Pricing and Availability:
Shopping Free (Grocery List) is a universal app (like two apps in one!) that is available for free worldwide on the iPhone & iPad App Store. The full-featured Shopping Pro is available for $2.99 (USD). App Store promo codes are also available upon request for press and bloggers around the world.

QuinnScape: http://www.quinnscape.com/
Shopping Free 1.0: http://www.quinnscape.com/Shopping.asp
Download from iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/app/shopping-free-grocery-list/id625075044
Video Demos: http://www.quinnscape.com/ShoppingPro-videodemo.asp
Screenshot: http://www.quinnscape.com/images/Shopping-iPad.png
App Icon: http://www.quinnscape.com/images/icon-Shopping-250x250.png

Since its founding in October 2008, QuinnScape has been managed by Quinn Genzel. Quinn is best known for his popular, top-ranking travel packing apps: Packing (+TO DO!) and Packing Pro. Packing Pro has been recognized by Apple, CNN, WSJ, BBC, National Geographic, Budget Travel, Fodor's, CNET, Macworld and a host of others as one of their top apps for traveling. Other app created by Quinn include a grocery shopping list app (Shopping Pro), nature appreciation apps (iLove Nature and iLove Birds), 3D VR action games (R.I.P and Ghost Buddy) and high-quality puzzles (the aQ's Pro Slider Puzzle series). Copyright (C) 2008-2013 QuinnScape. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPod and iPad are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Quinn Genzel
Founder & Developer
Taiwan
support@quinnscape.com

Facebook Profile: http://www.facebook.com/QuinnScape
Twitter Profile: http://twitter.com/QuinnScape

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