NQ Mobile Inc. (NQ Mobile) (NYSE: NQ) announced that gaming subsidiary FL Mobile™ has entered into an agreement with Japanese game operator Mobcast and developer Gumi Inc. to bring their jointly developed mobile game, "Chain 11," to China.
"'Chain 11'" is a real-time, multi-player, online mobile game featuring the names and likenesses of more than 2,000 of the world's most famous soccer players. The game has quickly become popular in Japan, with nearly one million downloads. In preparation for launch in mainland China, FL Mobile will be localizing the game and enhancing its animation to maximize appeal across the market, ensuring optimal experience for Android and iOS systems.
The game's release in China, timed to coincide with the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil, is just the first step in the globalization of "Chain 11." With expansion planned around the world, Mobcast and Gumi have enlisted FL Mobile to localize the game to best fit regional preferences and game play styles.
"'Chain 11' is a spectacular game with the potential to be a massive hit worldwide, and we are proud to be part of its launch in China and beyond," said Dr. Tony Ni, CEO, FL Mobile. "Working with such important members of the mobile gaming industry as Gumi and Mobcast to bring a popular game like "Chain 11" to market enhances FL Mobile's multi-player offerings while solidifying our position among the top operators of games in China."
Gumi operates in Japan, Korea, mainland China, Singapore, Taiwan, India, Indonesia and France. The company has released 40 mobile games for a number of mobile platforms, including the popular "Injustice Road."
Specializing in sports, Mobcast is a mobile gaming platform and social media services company that operates in Japan and Korea.
NQ Mobile (NQ) Unit, Partners Will Bring 'Chain 11' to China

