Rubik's Cube on iOS

We've recently made an update to the only official Rubik's Cube on the App Store!

Challenge yourself with one of the most popular puzzle games, right on your iOS device. The 2 x 2 x 2 cube is a great way to learn how to solve Rubik's Cubes for free. Upgrading to the full version unlocks numerous features, including:

• 3 x 3 x 3, 4 x 4 x 4, and 5 x 5 x 5 cubes
• Over 20 different game styles
• Custom backgrounds and cube stickers

Head over to the App Store from the link above and try it out!

For more information contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Lionel 

25000+ Followers on Twitter!

That's right: we just broke 25 000 followers!

We're giving away a few copies of Phase 10 and Wave Crasher on iOS as a token of appreciation. Just find the bird wearing the winter hat and sweater in the image above. Mention @Magmic with your answer and 6 people will be chosen to win.

Thanks to all our followers, and check out our Twitter page below if you haven't already!

www.twitter.com/magmic

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Introducing Wave Crasher! Get it for $.99 on iTunes.

This week has been full of announcements, and today is no exception. We are excited to announce the official launch of our newest game: Wave Crasher. Get Wave Crasher for only $.99 and start riding the music waves!

Use one touch controls to raise and lower the sea levels while you help Ryder navigate the waters and collect coins. Make sure to catch the stars to keep your score multiplier up! Generate unique levels from your own iTunes Music Library, or discover new music through the Song Spotlight and Featured tracks. You can also connect to Twitter & Facebook to share your scores with your friends. Check out the video below for a peek at some of the gameplay.

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Lionel 

Thank You for 10 Years of Fun!

We're 10 years old! We've included a free wallpaper to this update for everyone to download. Enjoy!

Magmic was founded in Ottawa, Canada in 2002 as the mobile industry was in its infancy, and it wasn’t long before we became one of the leading providers of premier entertainment content for BlackBerry. Since then, we have expanded our portfolio and brand across multiple platforms with over 2.2 million unique mobile users worldwide playing at least one Magmic game every month. 2011 proved to be another banner year and we are ramping up to release some amazing new titles in 2012, including: Blackjack King on BlackBerry, Ka-Glom on BB10, Wave Crasher on iOS, and a yet to be titled game on iOS in collaboration with ground-breaking graphic artist eepmon.

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Cribbage King is on iTunes and only $.99!

New to Cribbage, no problem, there are video tutorials to help you along the way. You will be a Cribbage King in no time.

Click the App Store link and download Cribbage King now! 

Cribbage King Free is also available. You can get it free here. 

For more information, contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Jonathan Simon 

Twitter Contest - Phase 10 for iOS!

What better way to celebrate the success of the official Phase 10 app for iOS* than to give away money! That's right we're giving away five $10 iTunes E-Gift Cards to our Twitter followers.

You can get Phase 10 on iOS for only $.99. Download it today!

All you have to do is:

1) Follow @Magmic on Twitter

2) Look for the #MagmicPhase10

3) Retweet to receive an entry in the contest

The more you RT, the more chances to win! We'll randomly select a winner everyday this week for 5 days. Everytime you RT you are automatically entered into the contest. 

*Contest runs from December 19th to December 23rd. Open to US/Canada iTunes account holders only. 

For more information, contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Jonathan Simon 

Black Friday Sale - Get Phase 10 on iOS for $0.99

If you haven't joined in on the action, now is the time! We have a lot of exciting new updates on the way for Phase 10, including the addition of Masters Edition. Don't miss your chance to play one of the best-selling card games of all time.

For more information, contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Lionel 

Retro Classic--Miner 2049er is now on iOS & it's FREE!

Travel back in time and help Bounty Bob of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police track the dangerous desperado Yukon Yohan into an abandoned uranium mine loaded with hazardous radioactive wastes, deadly mutant organisms, and a whole minefield of dangers. Perform the tasks as fast as you can before your time is up.

This remake of a great retro classic features two game modes. Classic mode which stays true to the original game and Modern which puts a new spin on the game design to give it a more modern feel.  With 10 levels on each mode, simple responsive controls, and new hazards and helpers this game provides hours of challenging fun.

Game Features:
•    Classic Mode-  a pixel-perfect reproduction of the original Miner 2049er
•    Modern Mode- levels reimagine Miner for an all-new experience
•    3 precise control options
•    New hazards & helpers in Modern levels, including acid rain, radioactive waste, gravity lifts, and moving platforms.

For more information, contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Jonathan Simon 

Spades King is back with Multiplayer!

Ottawa, Ontario, October 05, 2011 – Mobile social game developer and publisher, Magmic Inc. has announced the release of Spades King 2.0 with multiplayer integration. This groundbreaking release makes Spades King more social by adding matchmaker multiplayer support to the #1 rated Spades game in the App Store.

Spades King is Magmic’s industry-leading mobile Spades game, and with the most features, outstanding graphics, customizable avatars, and seamless gameplay, it’s no wonder Spades King is the premier Spades game for iOS.  Now, with the integration of multiplayer using Apple’s Game Center integration, Magmic has made it easier than ever to connect with real gamers on your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad and challenge them on the best mobile Spades game in the App Store.   

“I’m very proud of this update because it allows users to get the kind of in depth game play that you can only get by playing with other human players, which will provide an overall more enjoyable playing experience,” said Mohammed Agha, Lead Product Manager for Spades King. “We‘re also excited because this is just the beginning, having multiplayer in place will open the door to more innovative features which will take the mobile Spades experience to the next level.”

Here are a few key features for Spades King 2.0.1:

•  Multiplayer mode - Matchmaker & Invites
  
• Game Center Leaderboards and Achievements 
• Multiple Game Modes: Standard, Suicide, Mirror, and Whiz
• Customize the look and feel of the table, cards, and avatars 
• Full stat tracking over all your played games

Magmic is thrilled to release Spades King 2.0.1 with multiplayer integration on the App Store.  This update is the first of what will be several Spades King multiplayer releases, all in an effort to make the Spades King, the best mobile Spades experience available.   

ABOUT MAGMIC

Magmic is a leading developer and publisher of mobile social games, apps, and entertainment. Magmic publishes a full range of content, from original titles including Ka-Glom and THK Live to top licensed content from leading entertainment publishers. Magmic has led the mobile entertainment revolution since 2002, and currently ships products to all major smartphone app stores and carrier decks.

For more information, contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Jonathan Simon 

Boulder Dash® - Rocks! is back with iOS 4.0+ Support!

Take control of the earth digging Rockford and collect all your diamonds on two different play modes, Planet Tour and Time Trial. On Planet Tour mode, you’ll move through four different worlds: Jungle, Lava, Water and Netherworld as you collect all your diamonds while avoiding unique enemies on 84 different levels. If speed is your game, switch to Time Trial modeand grab all the diamonds as fast as you can in a race against the clock. Ifyou want to succeed you’ll have to move fast and use all the tools at your disposal: the Zapper, five types of ammo, and four power-ups. With seamless gameplay, pinpoint controls and the ability to use your own iTunes library as the soundtrack, Boulder Dash® - Rocks! truly does rock!

"...Swipe controls worked very well and offers the ability to play single handedly. The game also seemlessly switches from landscape to portrait mode when you tilt your device." - TouchArcade

Check out the full Touch Arcade Review

Key Features:

• Seamless gameplay & graphics
• 4 amazing worlds: Jungle, Lava, Water & Netherworld
• Control Rockford™ with new touch & drag controls or use one of two different, virtual D-pads for a classic arcade feel
• Pause and pan entire level maps with a single finger
• Online leaderboard to see how you stack up against the world’s best players
• Join online challenges with special leaderboards
• Play using your own soundtrack with your iTunes music library
• Ever increasingly difficult puzzles
• Robust, player controlled, hint system

ABOUT MAGMIC
Magmic is a leading developer and publisher of mobile social games, apps, and entertainment. Magmic publishes a full range of content, from original titles to top licensed content from global brands like The New York Times, Mattel and Disney. Magmic has led the mobile entertainment revolution since 2002, and currently ships products to all major smartphone app stores and carrier decks.Copyright © 2011 Magmic Inc. All Rights Reserved.

ABOUT FIRST STAR SOFTWARE
Founded in 1982, First Star Software develops, licenses and publishes games across all platforms including cell-phones, hand-held devices, home computers and next generation consoles. A privately held corporation, First Star’s titles are distributed extensively worldwide. Boulder Dash® is a registered trademark of First Star Software, Inc. All rights reserved.

Boulder Dash®-ROCKS!™ is co-published by FIRST STAR SOFTWARE, INC. BOULDER DASH®, FIRST STAR SOFTWARE, INC. and its logo are registered trademarks of First Star Software, Inc. The names Rockford™ and Crystal™ are trademarks of First Star Software, Inc. Boulder Dash © 1984 – 2011 FIRST STAR SOFTWARE, INC. All rights reserved. Boulder Dash®-ROCKS!™ was created and developed by 10TACLE MOBILE GmbH with FIRST STAR SOFTWARE, INC. Audio visual material, certain proprietary software and new and distinctive game and character art of Boulder Dash-ROCKS! are trademarks of and © 20011 10TACLE GROUP and Asia Games & Media Private Equity Fund.

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.

For more information, contact:

Jonathan Simon
Director of Marketing
jsimon@magmic.com
www.magmic.com
www.twitter.com/Magmic

Posted by Jonathan Simon