Feb 18, 2009 14:15 ET
Ludia Serves up Hell's Kitchen Game for iPhone and iPod Touch on Apple App Store
MONTREAL --(Business Wire)-- Feb 18, 2009
Interactive entertainment company Ludia today announced the launch of
its Hell’s Kitchen game for iPhone and iPod touch on the Apple App
Store. Based on the Granada America television phenomenon, iPhone and
iPod touch owners can now feel the show's pressure-cooker atmosphere
anytime, anyplace along with the acerbic commentary of Gordon Ramsay who
judges and rates player performance at each stage of the game. Players
can also unlock recipes from the show as a reward for progress in the
game.
“Hell’s Kitchen viewership has grown each season and fans of both the
show, and of Gordon Ramsay, have become increasingly dedicated,” said
Katrina Moran, executive vice president for Digital Media, Granada
America. “We are pleased that new and existing fans can now enjoy a
Hell’s Kitchen experience on-the-go via the revolutionary iPhone and
iPod touch.”
Ludia’s founder and CEO, Alex Thabet said, “The Hell’s Kitchen game is
perfectly suited to take advantage of the power of these devices. Rich
graphics featuring Gordon Ramsay in 3D, realistic sound effects, and
easy touch screen game play to quickly move players from dining room to
kitchen all combine to create one of the most dynamic iPhone and iPod
touch games available.”
The Hell’s Kitchen game for iPhone and iPod touch features:
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The ability to master all aspects of cooking: preparation, cooking and
service, just like the contestants on the US TV show.
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Gordon Ramsay watching your every move, judging & commenting your
performance.
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Two exciting modes of play:
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In Career mode, play an entire career calendar of kitchen and
dining challenges. Work your way up to a prestigious Five Star
establishment.
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In Arcade mode, concentrate efforts on food prep and cooking. Can
you keep up with the pressure before your time is up?
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35 recipes from the Hell’s Kitchen show to unlock as players progress
through the game.
The Hell’s Kitchen game is available for $5.99 from Apple’s App Store on
iPhone and iPod touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore/
About Ludia Inc.
Ludia creates and distributes cross-platform interactive entertainment
with mass consumer appeal. Ludia's innovative and high-quality product
portfolio consists of original and branded properties, including
American Idol®, Hell's Kitchen™ and The Price Is Right™. Based in
Montreal, Canada and founded by experienced industry players, Ludia
completed its first round of financing from private investors in 2007.
www.ludia.com
About Granada America
About Granada America is the U.S.-based production entity of ITV plc,
one of Europe's largest producers and broadcasters of quality television
programs. Based in Los Angeles and New York, Granada America produces
drama, reality, comedy and documentaries for the American market.
About Granada Ventures
Granada Ventures is the highly profitable and fast-growing consumer
products division within ITV Plc. The company currently works with
almost 200 licensees throughout 70 countries, with more than 1,000
product lines across Children's, Entertainment, Sports, Comedy, Drama
and Film properties. Specialist licensing and marketing teams are based
in London and LA, with group offices in Germany, Australia, Brazil and
Hong Kong.
Ludia, Inc.
Eva Jando, (514) 313-3370
eva@ludia.com
or
The
Lippin Group for Granada
Paul Nichols, (323) 965-1990
pnichols@lippingroup.com