Top 10 Wireless Games of 2004

LetsTalk and IGN.com have released a Top 10 List of Wireless Games for 2004

“Cell phones have become so much more than just a communication device,” said Delly Tamer, CEO of LetsTalk. “Wireless games are leading many people to upgrade to more technically advanced handsets and networks. Some market analysts suggest that 120 million people currently play games on wireless devices worldwide, an astonishing number that we think will grow as more and more people upgrade their devices.”

Wireless carriers have made downloading games easy. Some games charge a monthly subscription while others charge a one-time fee. If consumers have questions about downloading or purchasing games, LetsTalk recommends that they speak to their carrier.

The Top 10 List of Wireless Games for 2004 was organized by IGN.com editors and staff and includes a mix of fantasy, sports and movie-related games. Criteria was based on the quality and general addictiveness of the game.

In order, the best wireless games of 2004:

1. Might & Magic — Gameloft

2. Splinter Cell — Pandora Tomorrow

3. JAMDAT Sports NFL 2005 — JAMDAT

4. Tony Hawk’s Underground 2 — JAMDAT

5. The Incredibles — Disney

6. Castlevania — UpStart Games

7. DRIV3R — Sorrent

8. Neverwinter Nights — JAMDAT

9. Baldur’s Gate — Sorrent

10. Predator — Indiagames

Editor’s Choice Best Games to buy this holiday season and why:

1. The Incredibles — Disney

An action game based on the Pixar smash hit movie where you must use the talents of Mr. Incredible and Elastigirl in tandem to beat Syndrome.

2. Might and Magic — Gameloft

One of the most fabled RPG franchises makes the move to mobile in Gameloft’s massive adventure game. Possibly one of the prettiest handset games released so far.

3. VANS Skate & Slam — Gameloft

Gameloft signed veteran skater Geoff Rawley to help them take on Tony Hawk with this thrashin’ sim. Skate & Slam features all the moves you’d want in a skating game.

4. Tony Hawk’s Underground 2 — JAMDAT

An excellent wireless companion to the bestselling console series, THUG 2 allows gamers to skate and spread anarchy around the world — one subway ride at a time.

5. JAMDAT Sports NFL 2005 — JAMDAT

The best mobile game of inches this year, complete with a full NFL license and a deep playbook.

6. Neverwinter Nights — JAMDAT

JAMDAT brings the classic PC RPG to the smallest of screens. The game features downloadable content, allowing JAMDAT to create an ever-expanding play world.

7. Predator — Indiagames

Indiagames’ side-scrolling action game features smart, fast game play and the full roster of Predator weapons.

8. Gauntlet — Digital Bridges

The arcade classic returns to handsets sporting over 25 levels of intense action.

9. SpongeBob Squarepants Darts — THQ Wireless

Giving SpongeBob a pointy dart may sound like a bad idea, but THQ Wireless’ game is the perfect way to spend an afternoon bus ride.

10. Deer Hunter — Sorrent

Armchair hunters will appreciate the depth of Sorrent’s simulation. Follow tracks and use scent-based lures in your quest to bag a buck.

For people more serious about their wireless games, LetsTalk recommends the latest wireless game platform, the Nokia N-Gage QD. Several recent games are worth a look:

— Pathway to Glory — Designed exclusively for N-Gage, this WWII strategy game features interesting detail and historical accuracy.

— Colin McRae Rally 2005 — Fun rally game allows customer to race off-road against anyone, anywhere.

— The Sims — Addiction central just went wirelessly mobile, now live vicariously through your “family” wherever your N-Gage can go.