NECA/WIZKIDS, MFV EXPAND HEROCLIX TABAPP™ TO ANDROID™ OS
Now Available for Free Download From the Google Play™ Store
Hillside, N.J. - December 19, 2012 - NECA/WizKids, developers of the recently released, widely popular HeroClix TabApp™ game today announced the availability of the app for Android OS, extending its compatibility with additional tablet devices.
Inspired by the tabletop game, HeroClix TabApp™ is designed as a stand-alone introduction to the world of HeroClix, the world’s most popular and recognizable collectible figural game. In HeroClix TabApp™, players become their favorite super heroes, with live action battles combining physical toy figures with their tablet device.
"Players have asked for an Android OS-compatible version of HeroClix TabApp™ and we are happy to deliver," said Justin Ziran, President at WizKids Games.
All HeroClix TabApp™ DC Comics figures are now compatible with select ASUS and Samsung devices.
HEROCLIX ONLINE PRESENTS "SEASON'S GROOTINGS" HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Gifts festive Holiday Objects and Figure
Hillside, N.J. - December 3, 2012 - WizKids Games today announced a special holiday celebration for players and fans of HeroClix Online, entitled Season's Grootings. As part of the celebration, developers have delivered a free Marvel Groot figure to all active accounts and are giving away several in-game objects including a festive Season's Grootings object, Holiday Tree, Ole Claus and Snowman. The celebration runs through January 2, 2013.
As part of the festivities, one Marvel Groot figure has been delivered to all active HeroClix Online accounts as of today. To claim their special gift, players will need to log in to their account before the end of the Season's Grootings celebration.
HEROCLIX ONLINE ANNOUNCES THANKSGIVING FESTIVITIES
50% off ClixBux, Festive Tournament Prize
November 20, 2012 - Developers of HeroClix Online today announced a Thanksgiving Special, offering 50% off ClixBux today through Sunday, November 25.
Additionally, a special in-game Thanksgiving Turkey object will be awarded to all tournament participants today through Wednesday, November 28. Unlike previous objects, the Thanksgiving Turkey has power to restore clix health for an added bonus.
More details are available on the HeroClix Online web site.
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HEROCLIX TABAPP™ DC COMICS FIGURES NOW AVAILABLE
Hillside, N.J. - November 15, 2012 - Developers of HeroClix TabApp™ today announced the availability of new game content, which includes six DC Comics Super Hero figurines that can now be found in stores.
In addition to the new DC Comics Super Heroes, the update includes over one dozen new maps, more than 30 DC Comics Super-Villains, and all new storylines and comic panels.
The DC Comics figures are available at Toys R Us, Walmart and hobby shops in packs of three at $14.99 each. The DC Comics Super Heroes pack includes Superman, Wonder Woman and Batman and ”The Dark Knight Rises” figure pack adds Batman, Catwoman and Bane.
HeroClix TabApp™ can be downloaded free on the App Store™.
For a list of participating retailers and more information about HeroClix TabApp™, visit http://www.heroclixtabapp.com.
For updates, follow HeroClix TabApp™ on Facebook and Twitter.
HeroClix TabApp™ Now Available At Walmart
October 2012 - WizKids Games, creator of the recently launched HeroClix TabApp™ game for iPad, today announced the availability of HeroClix TabApp™ Marvel super hero figures at Walmart stores nationwide.
Fans, collectors and players can now pick up both Marvel figure packs, Marvel Super Heroes and Wolverine and the X-Men, at their local Walmart store.
The Marvel Super Heroes HeroClix TabApp™ figure pack includes Iron Man, Thor and Captain America miniatures, while the Wolverine and the X-Men figure pack introduces Wolverine, Cyclops and Ice Man.
For more information on HeroClix TabApp™, visit http://www.heroclixtabapp.com.
For updates, follow HeroClix TabApp™ on Facebook and Twitter.
Hillside, N.J. & Cary, N.C. - October 17, 2012 - HeroClix TabApp™ developers, NECA/Wizkids and MFV, a subsidiary of NECA, are partnering with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC Entertainment to welcome DC Comics Super Heroes to the scenario-based iPad game featuring physical toy figure recognition.
"We are pleased to announce some of the first DC Comics figures to be integrated with HeroClix TabApp™, including DC Comics Super Heroes Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman, and 'The Dark Knight Rises' Batman, Catwoman and Bane," said Justin Ziran, president at Wizkids. "We're looking forward to working with DC Comics to include even more popular super heroes for HeroClix fans."
The DC Comics HeroClix TabApp™ miniatures are slated for release this November.
HEROCLIX TABAPP™ LAUNCHES, MARVEL FIGURE PACKS HIT TOYS "R" US
Free iPad Download Now Available
Hillside, N.J. & Cary, N.C. - September 24, 2012 - WizKids Games have announced the launch of HeroClix TabApp™, the much anticipated iPad application that combines Marvel Universe Super Hero miniatures with digital gameplay.
Beginning today, players, fans and collectors can pick up the Marvel Super Heroes HeroClix TabApp™ figure pack, which includes Iron Man, Thor and Captain America miniatures, from participating Toys "R" Us stores nationwide.
"It's amazing to watch the evolution of HeroClix over the past 10 years," said Justin Ziran, President at WizKids Games. "HeroClix TabApp marks the next generation of the HeroClix franchise, and is a game the whole family can enjoy."
HEROCLIX ONLINE RELEASES NEW MARVEL CONTENT: SIX ALL-NEW HULKED-OUT HEROES CHASE FIGURES
September 2012 - HeroClix Online developers today released all-new Marvel content, featuring six new figures from the Hulked-Out Heroes collection. The new figures include Winter Hulk, Hulklops, Icehulk, Hulkmariner, Mighty Thorr and Wolverage.
The new figures, compatible with all other Marvel figures with Marvel maps and tournaments are available as tournament prizes beginning today.
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WIZKIDS REVEALS HEROCLIX TABAPP™ AND MARVEL FIGURE LAUNCH DATES
Hillside, N.J. & Cary, N.C. - September 17, 2012 - WizKids Games today announced the release date for HeroClix TabApp™, the much anticipated addition to the HeroClix franchise. An extension of the HeroClix brand, HeroClix TabApp™ is an interactive toy, which combines physical toy miniature figures with digital gameplay designed for the iPad. The free application is set to launch September 23 and will be available initially at Toys "R" Us.
"We're thrilled by the positive response and excitement from the community surrounding HeroClix TabApp™," said Justin Ziran, President of WizKids Games. "We can't wait to end the anticipation with the debut of our Marvel figures at Toys "R" Us stores nationwide."
HeroClix TabApp™ Marvel figures will be available in packs of three priced at $14.99 USD each. The first Marvel Super Heroes pack, available September 23, includes Avengers favorites Iron Man, Thor and Captain America figures. The Wolverine and the X-Men pack, available September 30, includes Wolverine, Cyclops and Iceman figures.
HEROCLIX ONLINE INTRODUCES NEW FIGURE OF THE WEEK:
MARVEL'S THE AVENGERS MOVIE TEAM PACK
September 13, 2012 - Developers of HeroClix Online today announced an all new Figure of the Week program, featuring Marvel's The Avengers Movie Team Pack. The program introduces 12 new figures to the online game, three available per week starting today through October 10.
Check out the full schedule below:
Sept. 13-19: Volstagg, Hogun and Fandral
Sept. 20-26: Skrull General, Skrull Saboteur and Skrull Warrior
Sept. 27-Oct.3: Nick Fury, Black Widow and SHIELD Enforcer
Oct. 4-10: Johann Schmidt, HYDRA Footsoldier and HYDRA Technician
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