– Ringtone & Logo Leader Selects IN-FUSIO For Mobile Games –
Bordeaux, France – May 22nd, 2003 – IN-FUSIO, today announced that 123 MULTIMEDIA, one the leading suppliers of downloadable ringtones and logos in Europe, has selected its ‘Gamezilla’ Multi-Format Platform to distribute and manage its Java(tm) mobile games. Under the agreement, IN-FUSIO manages the content provision of Java(tm) mobile games initially to the Nokia(tm) 3410 and will quickly introduce the colour Nokia(tm)3510i.
The service which is already ‘live’ offers seven* mobile games including: Charmed(tm), Skate Kid and the classic, Wall Breaker.
The announcement further illustrates IN-FUSIO’s strength and depth as a leading provider of mobile games services. From its end-to-end managed ExEn games service (providing interactive value-added mobile games services) to its Gamezilla Multi-Format Platform for Java content and other technology distribution, IN-FUSIO’s expertise and experience within the mobile games industry is un-paralleled.
Gilles Raymond, CEO and founder of IN-FUSIO, explained: “As the market for mobile games reaches adolescence, IN-FUSIO is able to effortlessly add-in our customers requests for mobile game content distribution. Java(tm) mobile games are now relevant to the market and we, through our Gamezilla Multi-Format Platform, are able to accommodate this. IN-FUSIO continues to offer the most complete mobile value chain entry point into the mobile games market. We are delighted to welcome 123 MULTIMEDIA as a partner.”
By the end of 2003, IN-FUSIO’s Java(tm) game portfolio will comprise around 30 games and over the coming weeks they will extend their offering to ten handsets with colour screens.
* Mobile games available for download through 123 Multimedia are: Charmed(tm), Wall Breaker, Skate Kid, IF Racing, Malibu Ride, Panko, and Chicago Guns
About IN-FUSIO
IN-FUSIO is the number one mobile games service provider for operators in Europe and China. Customers include Vodafone D2, Orange France, SFR, Orange UK, Vodafone Omnitel, Telefonica Moviles and China Mobile. To date, seven handset manufacturers (Alcatel, Sagem, Panasonic, Philips, Siemens, Trium/Mitsubishi and Vitelcom) have integrated IN-FUSIO’s ExEn(r) game technology within their handsets.
IN-FUSIO provides a clear entry point for brands and game developers to effortlessly enter the mobile games market. From stand-alone Java(tm) games to a fully managed and integrated games service IN-FUSIO has un-paralleled industry experience. Already 2,3 millions players enjoy the IN-FUSIO’s game service. www.in-fusio.com