Rovio also released a teaser video on YouTube.
In a joint release with Lucasfilm, Rovio said Angry Birds Star Wars II will follow the story of the three prequel “Star Wars” movies, including the introduction of never-before-seen game characters. Players can choose to “Join the Pork Side” and play as one of the villainous pigs.
“Angry Birds Star Wars was a blockbuster hit for us and Lucasfilm with over 100 million downloads since its release. We are thrilled to be able to introduce the exciting next chapter in the Angry Birds Star Wars saga to our fans around the world,” Jami Laes, executive vice president of games at Rovio Entertainment, said in a statement.
According to Laes, the new characters include versions of young Anakin, Mace Windu and Darth Maul.
The new game will also feature Hasbro’s Telepods technology “to extend the experience beyond the app and bring a whole new dimension to the gameplay,” Raes said.
Telepods are physical toys players place near the smartphone or tablet to teleport them into a game, a function similar to games such as Activision's Skylanders franchise and the upcoming Disney Infinity, according to USA Today. Over 30 toys will be available when the game launches.
“Hasbro worked closely with both Rovio and Lucasfilm to deliver a fully integrated Telepods experience with the new Angry Birds Star Wars II app. Now fans can enjoy unprecedented and seamless dual play in both physical and digital Angry Birds experiences,” John Frascotti, Hasbro’s chief marketing officer, said in the statement.
The Telepods will be available in retail stores by September for the game launch and will be presented to the public for the first time at San Diego Comic-con this month.
Simultaneously with the launch of Angry Bird Star Wars II in September, a new line of merchandise will also be introduced to coincide with the game including a complete line of toys, apparel, accessories and books.
source: www.abs-cbnnews.com
