Ghosts Attack, first person shooter game from Tarver Games, LLC integrates mobile mapping technology with a dynamic alternate reality gaming (ARG) experience. Purportedly, players can navigate the standard Maps interface to play anywhere in the world and with new episodes coming periodically players will have new content and storyline.
Ghosts Attack is available through the Apple App Store for download on iPhone and iPod Touch for $4.99.
Press Release
SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Tarver Games (www.tarvergames.com), an IP design house developing quality games and applications for multiple platforms, today announced Ghosts Attack is now available in the App Store. Tarver Games is co-founded by veteran video game designer Chris Cross of EA’s Medal of Honor fame, and global business consultant Quinn Banks.
In Ghosts Attack, a story unfolds regarding the late 1960’s disappearance of thirteen scientists who were accidentally transported to a parallel dimension in a failed teleportation experiment. Too dangerous for humans, the company that employed the scientists is now dispatching remote controlled Rovers to explore and conquer the new realm.
“Ghosts Attack is unlike anything we’ve seen in the App Store to date,” said Chris Cross, co-founder and president of Tarver Games. “It is unique in three key aspects – design, story and interaction- all of which become clear as soon as you start playing the game. Ghosts Attack appeals to both the casual gamer, who will appreciate the quick shooter action; and the more hard core gamer, who wants strategy, thrilling gameplay and a reason to stay engaged.”
Ghosts Attack uses the world map and GPS coordinates to procedurally generate game levels, allowing players to enter an alternate reality gaming experience (ARG) that parallels the real world. Players experience fast shooting action as they fight the hostile inhabitants while maintaining a fully charged Rover.
As the game progresses, additional content will be added including links to cut scene video, new story content and unexpected encounters. The deep gameplay experience, with direction from an in-game guide named Karl, leads players to unravel the secrets and conspiracies of Torgan Science. Social networking integration with Facebook and other web properties will allow players to uncover tips, and share the experience with their friends and the game’s community.
“The Ghosts Attack story is much like a TV channel for your iPhone or iPod touch, and it’s up to the player to decide what they want to do,” said Quinn Banks, CEO and co-founder of Tarver Games. “Players can expect constant delivery of new content, ranging from in-game updates to new episodes that unravel the mystery of the Torgan 13, each with new missions, content and surprises.”
The Ghosts Attack series will offer multiple features inherent to the iPhone OS 3.1, including regular push notifications and badges, In-app Commerce support for evolving episodic content, streaming video for in-game content and more. New content will be introduced in-game through Karl, keeping the game and the story relevant. The first game features 17 missions, 5 weapons, and 5 Rover upgrades. On a semi-weekly basis, Karl will alert players of new missions set in different destinations around the world, keeping them engaged in the story and the gameplay.
Ghosts Attack is now available for $4.99 from the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch (2G+) or at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ghosts-attack/id338573927?mt=8
Story content, company and game information, blogs, FAQs and game downloads are available through the Tarver Games website at http://www.tarvergames.com.
