Lite version of Robocalypse - Mobile Mayhem now available

Vogster Entertainment has released a Lite version of Robocalypse - Mobile Mayhem for the iPhone on the iTunes app store today. The Lite version of Mobile Mayhem offers two levels from the single player game, along with access to local multiplayer on one map. Robocalypse - Mobile Mayhem is fast paced strategy game that challenges players to build their own robot armies to fight off the evil Demolisher and his metal minions who are attempting to destroy the Thermidoom Corporation and conquer the world. The game also features a storyline written by Jay Lender (of SpongeBob Squarepants) and Micah Wright (of Angry Beavers).

To try out the Lite version of the game, visit http://bit.ly/I78Gg.

Vogster scales back workforce

CrimeCraft and Roboapocalypse developer Vogster Entertainment, have begun laying off development staff, citing a slowdown in work now that both games have finished the development cycle of both games. This is a pretty normal occurrence when you have huge development teams working on games and no work for them.

“Vogster has seen a number of releases this year. As an independent developer, we need to be very strategic in our use of available resources and shift from already launched titles to support the ongoing development and growth of CrimeCraft,” said Daniel Prousline, vice president of development at Vogster. “We regret the necessary staffing changes and the talented employees that this impacts, but it is an unavoidable step in moving to the operational stage of CrimeCraft and optimizing for the development of yet to be announced titles.”

Vogster said that, despite these layoffs, work will continue on new and exisiting Vogster projects.

CrimeCraft gets in the MMA fight as a sponsor

Vogster Entertainment and MMA marketing firm SuckerPunch Entertainment have announced that CrimeCraft will be the focus of two mixed martial arts (MMA) sponsorships. The first is the sponsorship of fighter Mike Russow in the upcoming MMA event, UFC 102, which airs this Saturday, August 29 at 10 p.m. EST. Russow is an active duty Chicago police officer currently assigned to the elite Target Response Unit, and brings his own brand of martial arts and law enforcement fighting skills to the octagon.

On September 4, Vogster will continue its sponsorship of fighters at Shine’s Fight Promotions, ATT (America’s Top Team) vs. the World, which airs on September 4 at 8 p.m. EST. The double guns logo from its MMO CrimeCraft will be prominently featured on the mat and on the two, top-ranked fighters: Anthony Morrison and UFC veteran Junior Assuncao, as they take on WEC champion Micah Miller and UFC veteran Gideon Ray.

Previously, Vogster and SuckerPunch Entertainment collaborated on match sponsorships that included fighter Jeff Curran for the Ultimate Fighting Championship 101 as well as the World Extreme Cagefighting 42.

Atticus Clothing teams with Vogster for CrimeCraft

Vogster Entertainment has signed yet another partnership to being name brand apparel into its gritty urban gang-themed MMO, CrimeCraft. This time out it’s a partnership with Atticus Clothing to incorporate the brand’s apparel in the game. Atticus Clothing is an alternative fashion brand made by musicians, for musicians. Gamers will be able to choose from real-world Atticus designs when customizing their characters, or outfitting their entire gang in CrimeCraft.

Vogster also announced that multiple Atticus t-shirt designs will be included as in-game items for CrimeCraft copies purchased through its retail and online distribution partners. For more details on this pre-order promotion offer, visit www.crimecraft.com/offers.
CrimeCraft will be released in North American on August 25, 2009 and is currently in open beta.

CrimeCraft crafting, trading, and hustling

Vogster today revealed details on looting, crafting, auction houses and the player driven economy that you’ll find in its upcoming gang-themed online action MMO, CrimeCraft. Vogster’s Persistent World Next-gen Shooter (PWNS) will offer a variety of in-game vendors in Sunrise City, selling everything from hats and shoes to guns and ammo.

By competing against other players in PvP battles or by playing with them in a co-op PvE mode, players gather items that can be sold, crafted or used to upgrade their arsenals, clothing and boosts. Players can specialize in four crafting professions: Tailoring, Chemist, Gunsmith and Engineer. Each discipline has its own special impact on any gang member and their gear.

Players can buy, sell and trade crafted items in a variety of ways including directly to other players (peddling boosts on street corners, for example), through NPC vendors for cash, cash on delivery via the in-game mail system or through the Pawnbroker (the Sunrise City version of an auction house).

Sounds intersting. CrimeCraft is rated ‘M’ for Mature and is slated to ship for PC on August 25.

Ecko Unlimited brand invading CrimeCraft

Vogster Entertainment will collaborate with Ecko Unlimited to incorporate the famous label’s clothing items in its persistent world shooter CrimeCraft. Marc Ecko’s urban fashion division will help Vogster implement its clothing line into the game so that would-be thugs can wear them as they wage urban warfare on each other.

As part of an exclusive offer from retailer Best Buy, players purchasing the game in store or online at www.bestbuy.com will unlock an Ecko Unlimited t-shirt for their in-game avatar. Those that pre-order through Best Buy will also receive a pair of virtual Ecko sneakers for their in-game characters. A variety of Ecko Unlimited apparel will also be available to all players in CrimeCraft, regardless of purchase location, including hoodies, jeans and additional t-shirts.

CrimeCraft is scheduled for release on August 25, 2009. For more information, check out www.crimecraft.com

Unbound Saga now available on PSN

Vogster Entertainment’s arcade brawler, Unbound Saga, for the PSP is now available exclusively via digital download on the PlayStation Network. Unbound Saga is based on the recently released comic book of the same name from Dark Horse Comics. Unbound Saga brings the visual style of the 2D comic world to life in a 3D arcade brawler, where duo Rick Ajax and Lori Machete punch, kick and smash their way through levels to get to the final show down with The Maker, the comic book creator that shapes their every battle.

Unbound Saga is rated T for Teen and is available for download on the PlayStation Network for $14.99. For additional information, visit www.unboundsaga.com.