The game is a “free roaming 3D environment”. It has amazing graphics and concentrate on battling multiple enemies at once. Backstab action game will hit all the android handset after a month from its launch which at Q2 this year.

Gameloft to Launch BackStab Exclusively on Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY

PARIS – Gameloft, a leading developer and publisher of downloadable video games, is teaming up with Sony Ericsson to take the next step in immersive gaming on a smartphone with its newest stunning action/adventure thriller, BackStab, on Xperia PLAY. The game will be available exclusively on Xperia PLAY devices for one month, capitalizing on Xperia PLAY’s outstanding graphic capabilities and revolutionary controls.

“We are truly excited to continue our support of Xperia Play with an exclusive release of BackStab, bringing the action adventure experience to a new level,” said Gonzague de Vallois, senior vice president Publishing of Gameloft. “We already have a strong line-up for Xperia PLAY and its capabilities as a fully enabled smartphone with dedicated gaming controls make this device one powerful contender in the gaming space.”

“We are delighted that Gameloft have chosen to launch this stunning new title first on Xperia PLAY. BackStab sets a high benchmark graphically and technically for gaming on a smartphone and it is a fantastic addition to the fast growing portfolio of quality releases for Xperia PLAY”, said Steve Walker, Head of Marketing for Sony Ericsson.

Set on an 18th century Caribbean island, BackStab is an epic story of revenge. Hero Henry Blake has been falsely accused of treason and will go to all means to seek vengeance on his British jailers. With a game play mixing action and adventure, BackStab incorporates an open 3D environment for free roaming. Coupled with dynamic combat systems and counter-attacks, missions include side quests and activities such as duels and races. Gameloft will have 10 games available at launch with two of those titles, Asphalt 6: Adrenaline and Star Battalion embedded on the device. BackStab will be available Q2 2011.

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“The arrival of this new generation of phones will allow the development of High Definition games that make the most of the technological capacity and the speed of execution offered by the new Android phones. Consumers will benefit from a top quality gaming experience,” says Gonzague de Vallois, vice-president of Publishing at Gameloft.

Verizon Wireless customers can purchase and download “NFL 2009″ and “Asphalt 4: Elite Racing” from the Sports category and “The Oregon Trail” from the Top Sellers category on their V CAST-enabled phones. “NFL 2009″ and “The Oregon Trail” are each available for $3.49 monthly access or $6.99 for unlimited use purchase; “Asphalt 4: Elite Racing” is available for $2.99 monthly access or $5.99 for unlimited use purchase.

“NFL 2009″ immerses fans into an authentic NFL experience by featuring both the AFC and NFC conference teams, along with the athletes and their detailed stats through their license with NFL PLAYERS, the marketing and licensing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association. Players can use spectacular offensive and defensive playbook tactics to get their team to the end zone and feel the rush of the football season.

“Asphalt 4: Elite Racing” lets players master the urban racing world with more than 10 dream cars and bikes ranging from a Bugatti Veyron, Ferrari F430 Spider, Nissan GT-R and Ducati 1098. Races take place across Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills, Shanghai, New York City, Dubai and Paris.

“The Oregon Trail” brings back the nostalgia of this famous title by allowing players to test their decision-making, problem-solving and role-playing skills as they journey west to reach Oregon.