EA's World-Class Catalog of Games to be Integrated Into Windows Phone 7

By Madhubanti Rudra, TMCnet Contributor

The eagerly awaited Windows Phone 7 is going to integrate everything that a seasoned gamer can possibly dream of -- EA's world-class catalog of games and support of Xbox live. To the sheer delight of the game-loving consumers, EA Mobile, a division of Electronic Arts, Inc., is bringing EA games to Windows Phone (News - Alert) 7.

As part of Microsoft's managed portfolio of Xbox LIVE titles, EA's games for Windows Phone 7 will be Xbox LIVE-enabled, featuring the unique ability to track and share scores with leaderboards, unlock Xbox LIVE Achievements, add to your Gamerscore, and communicate with your Xbox LIVE friends across Xbox 360, Windows-based PC and Windows Phone 7.

“Our collaboration with Microsoft (News - Alert) brings EA's world-class catalog of global game franchises to Windows Phone 7, offering a unique set of gaming features perfectly suited to the deep, innovative experiences we value at EA. We see consumers deeply integrating devices into their lives and entertainment in new ways every day. Challenging your Xbox LIVE friends to an EA game from the phone in your pocket keeps you connected and having fun no matter where you are,” said Travis Boatman, vice president of Worldwide Studios for EA Mobile (News - Alert).

EA will deliver a broad range of titles from its portfolio of award-winning brands:

• “Need for Speed Undercover.” Power 20 of the world's hottest high-performance cars through 24 undercover missions and eight challenging modes of thrilling action. Customize your vehicle and earn performance upgrades as you race head-to-head, earn achievements and track leaderboards.

• "Tetris." Play the best-selling blockbuster, all new for Windows Phone 7. Play up to 12 challenging variants and become a "Tetris" master, or enjoy the timeless fun of Marathon mode, loved by hundreds of millions worldwide. Challenge your Xbox LIVE friends to beat your top score in single-player Marathon mode, the variant that made the "Tetris" game a phenomenon.

• "The Sims 3." Savor hours of entertainment with this award-winning experience of the No. 1 best-selling PC franchise of all time. Choose from dozens of personality traits and make your Sims characters neurotic, funny or shy while drawing from a wide array of built-in theme sets to bring your Sims to life with any appearance, clothing, and accessories you choose. Complete goals, wishes and personal goals while unlocking achievements and scoring Gamerscore points.

• “Monopoly.” Fans will enjoy classic "Monopoly" play in the 75-year tradition of the world's favorite family game brand, under license from Hasbro, Inc. Take a ride on the Reading Railroad or buy Boardwalk as you collect achievements and climb the leaderboards. From Marvin Gardens and Water Works to Park Place, own and manage the famous holdings of the "Monopoly" game board, which comes to life with animated tokens and interactive features for Windows Phone 7.

“Together EA and Microsoft have created some of the definitive console games of this generation, and we're excited to bring that powerful alliance to Windows Phone 7.This is a new and major games platform for Microsoft, and we look forward to the amazing games EA will deliver over the coming years,” said Ron Pessner, general manager of Xbox LIVE mobile for Microsoft.

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