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| Popeye Comes to Mobile Phones Namco Networks announces plans to bring the classic arcade hit Popeye to mobile phones through a partnership with King Features. Since his first appearance in comic strips in 1929, Popeye has been one of the most iconic characters of the 20th century. While he has appeared in cartoons, as toys, in theme park attractions, and more, Popeye has also "muskled" his way to success as a videogame hero, starring in a hit arcade game as well as on the Nintendo Entertainment System. Capturing the spirit of the classic '80s arcade hit, the game lets players be Popeye on his perennial quest to win back his sweetie while overcoming the antics of his rival Bluto. Collect the hearts, musical notes and cries of "H-E-L-P" that a captured Olive tosses down, while avoiding the Sea Hag's bouncing skulls, Bluto's punches and other dangers. True to the series, Popeye is "strong to the finich" if he gets his spinach, temporarily gaining the strength to go after Bluto and knock him off the screen. Unlike other versions of the game, the mobile edition will include bonus features, like networked components and an enhanced mode with additional game play, and cameos by other characters from the Popeye series. Popeye's North American mobile game debut is scheduled for fall 2007. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Game News :: home page |