{"id":57470,"date":"2014-12-15T22:44:27","date_gmt":"2014-12-15T14:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=57470"},"modified":"2014-12-15T22:44:27","modified_gmt":"2014-12-15T14:44:27","slug":"viber-announces-viber-games","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2014\/12\/15\/viber-announces-viber-games\/","title":{"rendered":"Viber announces Viber Games, get them now"},"content":{"rendered":"

Viber has joined the rest by announcing the arrival of Viber Games. Viber Games is now available only in a few countries and will be rolled out to the rest later. There are 3 games available at launched. Read the Press Release for more details.<\/p>\n

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Press Release<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

VIBER UNVEILS PLATFORM EXPANSION WITH VIBER GAMES<\/h2>\n

– New Feature Allows Users to Play Against Their Viber Friends
\n– Launch Games From Storm8 and Playtika Feature Exclusive Viber Content<\/em><\/p>\n

SINGAPORE – December 15th<\/sup>, 2014 –Viber<\/a>, the leading messaging, voice and video platform, announced a major expansion in its app today with the launch of Viber Games. This is the third major release for Viber in as many months, following the addition of Mobile Video Calls and Viber Public Chats, as well as numerous other features. Viber has partnered with a number of leading game developers to bring unique gaming experiences to the platform featuring Viber characters and exclusive content. Viber Games is now available in Belarus, Malaysia, Israel, Singapore and the Ukraine and will be rolled out to the rest of the world in a staggered release.<\/p>\n

The launch line-up features Viber Candy Mania<\/em> and Viber Pop<\/em> from leading mobile game network Storm8<\/a> and Wild Luck Casino<\/em> from leading casual games developer, Playtika<\/a>. The games were built using \u201cViber Connect\u201d, a newprivate API that allows users to sign in with their Viber ID to connect with their friends and contacts on Viber, send them gifts and brag about their achievements. Additionally, users will be able to send game invites via Viber, and see what games their friends are currently playing.The games will be promoted via the Games section and will be free to download via Google Play and the App Store. Access to additional features will be available via in-app purchases.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have been focusing on broadening the functionality of Viber and are really excited to unveil Viber Games,\u201d said Talmon Marco, Viber CEO. \u201cThis major expansion of our platform gives people another completely new way to connect with Viber. It\u2019s an important step for us and we are looking forward to the response from our users.\u201d<\/p>\n

Viber has partnered with leading developers to bring unique gaming experiences to its users. Games will take on the Viber brand look and feel, and feature many of the characters that have already become popular staples of Viber\u2019s Sticker Market.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a pioneering leader in mobile social games, we\u2019re committed to partnering with companies that expand our reach and provide innovative player experiences,\u201d said Terence Fung, Storm8 Chief Strategy Officer. \u201cWe\u2019re delighted to be a launch partner for Viber Games, debuting two new Storm8 titles that bring to life Viber\u2019s popular characters and offer a new level of social interaction among friends.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThis partnership opens up a new channel for Playtika to introduce our world-renowned social slots to Viber users via a new game we developed specifically for Viber – Wild Luck Casino<\/em>,\u201d said Elad Kushnir, VP of Business Development at Playtika. \u201cWe are excited to take advantage of Viber\u2019s existing communication channels to add another layer to the game experience.\u201d<\/p>\n

Three games will be available at launch:<\/p>\n

Viber Candy Mania<\/em><\/strong> by Storm8<\/strong> \u2013 Sweeten your day with a delightful new game! Follow Viber\u2019s popular sticker characters Violet and Legcat through the levels, as you match and collect candies in this sugar-filled puzzle adventure.<\/p>\n

Viber Pop<\/em><\/strong> by Storm8<\/strong> \u2013 The best bubble puzzle adventure game yet! Defeat the Evil Bubble Wizard and rescue little buddies. And, for the first time ever, you can play with your favorite Viber character, Legcat!<\/p>\n

Wild Luck Casino<\/em><\/strong> by Playtika<\/strong> \u2013 From the makers of Slotomania, an authentic slots experience is at your fingertips with an exciting range of games to choose from. Play with your friends to win free coins and prizes, then share the good vibes by sending gifts.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Viber Games will provide users with multiple new ways to interact via Viber, including:<\/p>\n