Gameloft Releases Backstab As A Universal App
by Mike Lata
June 22, 2011
Gameloft is unleashing Backstab to the App Store tonight. The game is currently available on the NZ Store and should be available on the U.S. App Store later tonight. The game looks to offer great 3D visuals mixed in with action-oriented gameplay that draws inspiration from the 3D Assasin's Creed games.
Backstab centers around seafaring pirates of the 15th-18th centuries, with the player controlling a man named Henry Blake. Henry Blake has been an officer in Britain's Royal Navy, but everything was taken from him in an instant. He was captured and imprisoned, as well as betrayed. You must aid Blake in his adventure and help him find justice.
Gameplay consists of fighting using a combo system of combat and free-roaming 3D action. There is also stealth involved with Blake being able to sneak around enemies. The app description also promises "true-to-life voice effects" and character interactions. Here is a list of additional features to expect (from app description):
AN UNPRECEDENTED AND ORIGINAL BLOCKBUSTER FOR iOS GAMERSThe game is currently available on the NZ App Store at a price of $9.99, which should translate to USD $6.99.
- Discover a blockbuster production with the best graphics, an unprecedented story & endless content.
WITNESS A DARK AND ACTION-PACKED TALE OF TREASON AND REVENGE
- Experience an action-packed adventure with open environments, deep combat, platforming and more.
- Become a rogue killer with nothing left to live for but vengeance on those who betrayed him.
- Use agility, strength and cunning to get the drop on your target, eliminate them quickly and escape.
FOR THE 1ST TIME ON iOS, EXPLORE A BEAUTIFUL 18TH CENTURY CARIBBEAN ISLAND
- Master the combo-based combat system to slay anyone standing between you and your prey.
- Experience an immersive world through impressive character interactions and lifelike voice effects.
- Roam across a vast island full of exotic 3D environments like jungles, beaches, a volcano and more.
- Investigate 4 unique cities to find new quests and secrets.
