Dhoom:3 The Game debuts exclusively on Windows Phone
Cool superbikes and hot pursuits through the streets of Chicago. Continuous gameplay and state-of-the-art graphics – Dhoom:3 The Game is available first for Windows Phone users
New Delhi – Slick graphics, cool cops and superbikes, mean streets and a tenacious anti-hero – Dhoom:3 The Game has it all, and more. Developed by 99Games Online Private Limited in collaboration with Yash Raj Films Private Limited (YRF), Dhoom:3 The Game launched exclusively on Windows Phone today. An endless 3D racing game where the player dons the digital avatar of Aamir Khan’s character in the movie (slated for release on 20th December), is chased by Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra, who play two cool cops. To get into the characters’ skin and onto their bikes, all you need to do is download the game from the Windows Phone Store here: http://aka.ms/Dhoom3.
With the launch of this game, Microsoft reiterates that all the best action is happening first on Windows Phone. Also, that it is listening to what consumers want and delivering the most exclusive apps and games to Windows Phone users first.
“With Dhoom:3 The Game, we have pushed the boundaries of mobile gameplay. The game delivers amazingly slick graphics and an immersive action-packed gameplay for Windows Phone users,” said Rohit Sobti, Vice President – Licensing & Merchandising, YRF.
Dhoom:3 The Game Highlights
3D Superbike endless racing game set against the skyline of Chicago
State-of-the-art graphics for slick gameplay
Fast paced action that will test your reflexes
Responsive Accelerometer and Tap Controls to steer you to victory
In-Game coins can be used to buy cool bikes, racing suits and Power-Ups
Nitro boosts will enable extreme speed
Sonic Pulse blasts will clear your way
Shields will protect you
“Thrilling action on cool superbikes, cops and robbers zipping through mean obstacle-ridden streets, true-to-life graphics – Dhoom:3 The Game is terrific and will keep you hooked for sure,” said Vineet Durani, Director – Windows Phone Business Group, Microsoft Corporation India Pvt. Ltd. “In the last few months, we have launched a slew of exclusive apps such as IRCTC. With Dhoom:3 The Game launching first on Windows, we are extremely excited that Windows Phone is a partner ochoice for consumers and developers,” he added.
Rohith Bhat, CEO, 99Games Online Pvt. Ltd. said, “Dhoom:3 The Game is the first mobile game we have developed since we signed a multi-year, multi-title licensing agreement with YRF Licensing, for developing and publishing mobile games based on the Dhoom franchise. It’s been an exciting journey, and trust me, this game really brings together the best of Dhoom:3 and the Windows platform for a deeply immersive user experience.”
The Windows Phone Store offers more than 175,000 apps and has seen two billion global downloads of apps and games till date.
Set against the backdrop of Chicago, the game opens with a heist by the character played by Aamir Khan. He then needs to dodge the crime-fighting duo comprising ACP Jai Dixit and Ali (Abhishek Bachchan and Uday Chopra). What ensues is a thrilling, action-packed chase on super bikes throughthe mean streets of Chicago. To win, players have to overcome heavy traffic and dodge obstacles, collect coins and achieve the maximum score.
If you play sharp and smart, you can arm yourself with cool power-ups. While the powerful Sonic Pulse weapon will blow away everything in your path, the Shield protects you from traffic and bombs. Players can use the Nitro Boost to achieve maximum speed and zip ahead. Apart from the cool bikes and suit upgrades, these power-ups can help you improve your score and climb the Leaderboard.
Hang on! There’s more. Starting 10th November, Microsoft and Dhoom:3 are partnering to launch a nationwide Windows Phone Dhoom:3 contest for college students. And guess what? The winner – yes you guessed it right – gets to meet Aamir Khan in person!
So, what are you waiting for? Download the game today!
