Nokia to Distribute KONAMI Games for N-Gage Platform

METAL GEAR SOLID(R) MOBILE First in KONAMI N-Gage Games Line-up

ESPOO, Finland, May 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nokia (NYSE:NOK) and
KONAMI, a leading global developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic
entertainment properties, today announced that KONAMI mobile titles will be
added to the N-Gage mobile games platform. The mobile version of the
award-winning METAL GEAR SOLID(R) will be the first title in the games
line-up. METAL GEAR SOLID(R) MOBILE has received top honours at the 2007
International Mobile Gaming Awards (IMGA), taking both the Grand Prix and
Operator's Choice Awards.
The new version of the classic game features original content that can
only be found on the mobile platform. METAL GEAR SOLID(R) MOBILE includes
never-before-seen dramatic 3D art displays and camera work. The detailed
in-game graphics capture the atmosphere of the METAL GEAR SOLID(R) series and
create a depth that completely draws the player into the game, and pushes the
capabilities of the mobile platform. Players face the extreme tension of
solitary infiltration in this version of the tactical espionage action game
developed in conjunction with Ideaworks3D and utilizing its Airplay 3.5 SDK.
An in-game camouflage system utilizes colour samples from the scenery of the
real world captured by the handset's camera. Moreover, additional controls
are introduced that are made especially for mobile devices.
"We're excited to see KONAMI tap into the performance and community
features we've built into the N-Gage platform," said Gregg Sauter, Director,
Third Party Games Publishing, Nokia. "METAL GEAR SOLID(R) on N-Gage will
raise the bar with respect to graphical detail and made-for-mobile features.
We look forward to the launch of this great franchise on N-Gage."
"It is my sincere hope that global Nokia N-Gage users will experience the
appeal of "METAL GEAR(R)" that has been brought to the mobile platform in the
form of "METAL GEAR SOLID(R) MOBILE," said Hideo Kojima, Executive Producer
of Kojima Productions, Corporate Officer of Konami Digital Entertainment Co.,
Ltd. "I believe that this cooperation between Nokia and KONAMI will form the
perfect match to share the vast potential of mobile entertainment content
with users all around the world."
KONAMI provides premium content to mobile devices with its large
portfolio of mobile entertainment including games, wallpapers and ringtones
of many popular franchises.
About KONAMI
KONAMI was established in 1973. KONAMI has various digital entertainment
businesses that include 'Computer & Video Games', 'Toy & Hobby', 'Amusement',
'Online', 'Multi-Media', 'Health & Fitness' and 'Gaming & System'. KONAMI was
listed on the first section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Singapore Stock
Exchange, London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. KONAMI is a
leading producer of many successful titles including the highly acclaimed
'METAL GEAR SOLID(R)', which has sold 22 million copies in the world up to
date, 'Pro Evolution Soccer(R)', 'SILENT HILL(R)', and 'Castlevania(R)'. For
more information about KONAMI, log on to http://www.konami.net.
About Ideaworks3D
Ideaworks3D is a privately held technology and game development company
headquartered in London. Founded in 1998 with a strong Oxford and Cambridge
computer science and electronic engineering pedigree, the company has an
unparalleled track record of creative innovation and technical leadership in
the field of high performance mobile gaming. Ideaworks3D's Airplay platform
is the result of over 7 years of research and development into
high-performance native multimedia applications on mobile devices.
Ideaworks3D's Studio is the recipient of multiple industry accolades
including two consecutive BAFTA Games Awards in 2005 and 2004 for best
handheld and mobile games. More information can be found at
http://www.ideaworks3d.com.
About N-Gage
N-Gage is a made-for-mobile games service available in compatible Nokia
Nseries and other S60 3rd Edition devices from Nokia. N-Gage makes it easy to
find, try, buy, play and manage high-quality mobile games as well as connect
to friends and other players in the N-Gage Arena, Nokia's mobile gaming
community. Nokia is working with the world's leading publishers to deliver a
broad portfolio of games. http://www.n-gage.com.
About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobility, driving the transformation and
growth of the converging Internet and communications industries. Nokia makes
a wide range of mobile devices and provides people with experiences in music,
navigation, video, television, imaging, games and business mobility through
these devices. Nokia also provides equipment, solutions and services for
communications networks.

http://www.nokia.com

SOURCE Nokia Corporation

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