East Side Games Group (TSX:EAGR, OTCQB:EAGRF) (ESGG) has announced the worldwide release of Star Trek: Lower Decks – The Badgey Directive, a mobile game available on iOS and Android.
In addition to the storylines and characters from Star Trek: Lower Decks, the mobile game includes characters and stories from across the franchise, reimagining them for fans through the lens of the show.
The game is part of a multi-year partnership with Paramount Consumer Products, using ESGG's proven Game Kit-Idle technology. It has been co-developed by East Side Games (ESG) and Mighty Kingdom Limited (MK) and published by ESG.
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The free-to-play mobile game features the style and humour that has captivated the animated show's audience, transporting players into the Star Trek Universe, according to ESGG.
Mike McMahan, creator and showrunner of Star Trek: Lower Decks, said: "There's a long history of taking Star Trek shows and making Star Trek things, and this game is more than just a ‘thing’ – it's a neat thing! I love that it's a game with narratives, so you can hop on your phone and get a little slice of Lower Decks on the go."
Vancouver-based ESGG said that not only has the game been an exciting addition to its catalogue, but it's also been a hit with players as well. Earlier this year, the title was soft launched in limited markets including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland.
The game is now available in all major markets across the globe, according to ESGG.
Jason Bailey, CEO of ESGG, said: "Being able to bring such a beloved franchise to the mobile game space is an honour for all of us at ESGG. We are fans first, so as passionate members of the Star Trek following, this is particularly exciting for us. Star Trek: Lower Decks – The Badgey Directive is another top-tier IP franchise adding to what has already been a record-breaking year for ESGG."
East Side Games Group (TSX:EAGR, OTCQB:EAGRF) (formerly operating under the name LEAF Mobile Inc.) is a leading free-to-play mobile game group. Through a proprietary Game Kit software platform, the company said it enables creators to successfully deliver memorable mobile gaming experiences that engage players every day.
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