Press Release
For Immediate Release
September 18, 2003
HI CORPORATION
Bandai Networks Co., Ltd
HI CORPORATION and Bandai Networks to Supply
First Mobile 3D Mobile Content for FET, Taiwan
HI CORPORATION (Head Office: Meguro-Ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Kazuo Kawabata, hereafter 'HI') and Bandai Networks Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo; CEO: Satoshi Oshita, hereafter 'Bandai Networks') announced that the companies will begin supplying popular Japanese Java? game series "3D Appli Selection" (3D-遊戯専区 in Chinese) on September 22, 2003, to "Super i-style", the mobile internet service instituted by Taiwan·fs mobile phone carrier, Far EasTone Telecommunications Co., Ltd (hereafter FET). These are the first 3D games to debut on Super i-style. The initial lineup of three 3D mobile games, "3D Darts," "3D Bass Fishing," and "3D Boxing" will be supplied
"Super i-style" is a next-generation GPRS-based mobile Internet service initiated by FET in June 2002 that enriches the excitement of customers of mobile activities. The service with Java applications and MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service) allows users to enjoy quick and handy wireless access anytime, anywhere. Users can download various ring tones, standby screens, and games.
A new game is expected to appear every month.
The following provides summary descriptions of the three games, "3D Darts," "3D Bass Fishing," and "3D Boxing".
Service Outline
| "3D Darts"(三維投鏢) |
| An entertaining, addictive darts game featuring authentic realistic 501 rules, 3D graphics and fast-paced action. |
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| ©HI,VGO,RZ,BNW 2003 |
| "3D Bass Fishing"(三維釣巴斯魚) |
| A bass fishing game enhanced with 3D graphics. Players check the weather, wind conditions, and water temperature to pick the perfect spot on the lake, select a lure, and start fishing! All aspects of the game, from casting to reeling in, have been faithfully simulated. The fish are 3D graphics. |
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| "3D Boxing"(三維拳撃) |
| Lead your 3D-rendered boxer counterpart through round after pulse-pounding round in this intense action game. Set your sights on the Hall of Fame in this mobile phone version, featuring unprecedented, realistic interaction. |
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- Start Date : September 22, 2003
- Charge method : Pay per download
- Fee :NT$70 (approx. 240 JPY)
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Compatible handsets : SHARP GXi98
| About Far EasTone Telecommunications |
Far EasTone is a joint venture formed by the Far Eastern Group and AT&T Wireless. With its strong technology and financial resources, it was awarded two wireless (GSM 900 and GSM 1800) service licenses in January 1997. Far EasTone launched its service and the first fully integrated dual-band system in the world in January 1998 to provide high-quality GSM services to all Taiwanese people.
In March 2003, FET marched into the next generation mobile service - FET Br@vø which is the first multimedia service plans in Taiwan. The Br@vø service plans provide FET customers a comprehensive offer to enjoy the mobile multimedia life. In the same year of July, Far EasTone enhanced its multimedia portfolio with innovative video clips via MyFETBr@vø.
For the year 2002, its audited revenue has reached NT$34,478 million and its net income totalled NT$7,808 million. For the first half of 2003, its audited total and service revenue were NT$ 17,722 million and NT$ 16,567 million. Far EasTone is devoted to providing services that enables customers to enjoy convenience using mobile services to get diversified and personalized information. We look forward to realizing our vision for the 21st century: "Anywhere, anytime, communications to enrich the lives of people."
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