Dig your way through more than 200 levels in a special 30th Anniversary sequel to the legendary best selling action-puzzler, Boulder Dash,® now available on Google Play for Android smartphones and tablets as well as the App Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, where it launched on October 14th and quickly broke through into the Top 50 Free Puzzle and Action games in over 75 countries. Boulder Dash – 30th Anniversary is free to download and play with additional power-ups, treasure chests, characters, currency and worlds available for In-App Purchase.
Boulder Dash-30th Anniversary reunites the two original creators of the classic hit – TapStar co-founder Chris Gray and Peter Liepa – for the first time since the iconic Rockford™ character was first introduced in 1984. Co-publisher First Star Software, Inc. and developers Katsu Entertainment and SoMa Play also contributed to the game’s design and development.
When the game begins, you play as the protagonist, Rockford, facing a slew of new and exciting challenges as you dig through spectacular caves with 3D elements. Avoid falling boulders, discover treasure chests and potent power-ups, collect valuable gems and avoid nefarious enemies along the way as you search for the exit before time runs out.
“There are a lot of challenges that come with putting a modern twist on a classic game,” said Chris Gray, founder and CEO of TapStar Interactive. “We want to respect our die hard fans by giving them the classic strategy, action and puzzles that they love – and still utilize all the great new technology that appeals to younger generations that have never played Boulder Dash before.”
In order to retain the flavor and feel of the original, the game was designed in 2.5 D – not at all common for this style of game. “We stayed true to the classic 2D style gameplay of Boulder Dash, but utilized the Unity engine to make it look like a modern 3D game. Core gamers will appreciate that the game plays like Boulder Dash, but it doesn’t look like Boulder Dash,” added Gray.
Richard M. Spitalny, First Star Software’s co-founder and president noted: “From the outset, after Chris first approached First Star Software about working with Peter Liepa to create a 30th anniversary Boulder Dash sequel, we’ve all worked hard to create a new and exciting look and experience while being sure to provide a true, classic Boulder Dash experience.”
“The grid-like look of the original has been replaced with organic looking caves; and, we’ve introduced ramps for the very first time. Ramps have provided some wonderful design possibilities while utilizing the traditional Boulder Dash physics,” he added.
Features Include:
· Loads of Content – 220 levels and 11 worlds to start!
o Never-before-seen worlds and creatures designed with 3D elements and animations
o Two Halloween-themed worlds with a combined 40 levels, featuring bats, ghosts, demons and more spooky surprises!
· Designed in 2.5D – A distinct visual style that is played in 2 dimensions but looks 3-dimensional
· Free to play – A generous amount of gameplay (160 levels) available for free. Fans of the franchise will appreciate more than 60 new levels that are available for purchase, including re-mastered versions of the original 1984 caves.
· Accessible – Appeals to moderate gamers (age 10+), as well as core gamers who will find it challenging to achieve 3 stars on all levels.
· Two Gameplay Control options – Screen Swipe or Virtual D-pad
· Exceptional Replay-ability – Advanced physics and dynamically changing levels allow for endless playability
· Beautiful 3D graphics and animations – Built with the Unity Engine
· New gem combos, treasure chests, rare collectibles and valuable power-ups!
· Cave packs, featuring exclusive worlds and characters, available for in-app-purchase
· Nine playable characters including classics like Rockford™ and Crystal™
· First Boulder Dash game ever to include diagonal walls and movement
Numerous improvements were made to the Android version to make the game more fun for everyone. These updates were based on feedback from the game’s iOS release two weeks ago, including:
· Easier and faster for players to unlock new free worlds
· Prices for all in-game power-up purchases reduced by 40%
· Power-ups are more exciting and visually impressive
· Each world now features its own special color theme
· Caves now have more unique visual themes and enhanced 3D decorations
Boulder Dash – 30th Anniversary is now available for FREE on Google Play and the App Store.
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Boulder Dash 30th Anniversary on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tapstargames.boulderdash30