Marvel And HeroClix Fans, Your iPad App Is Here
September 24, 2012
WizKids Games and Icarus Studios, Inc. have announced the immediate availability of the HeroClix TabApp for iPad. The free game combines Marvel Universal Super Hero miniatures with digital gameplay. The new figure pack is available at Toys “R” Us and includes Iron Man, Thor, and Captain America miniatures.
Utilizing figure recognition technology, HeroClix TabApp combines physical HeroClix miniatures with your iPad and offers combat experiences in detailed virtual arenas. Best of all, if you haven't picked up a figure yet, you can still play the game. Select the "Don’t Have A Figure" option from the main menu to play the demo.
Full features include:
UNLOCK, BATTLE, and DEFEAT! Place your favorite HeroClix TabApp super hero on your iPad as it becomes your game board. Unlock special maps and comic scenarios with each figure—and get ready for all-out battle! Take out a swarm of villains with the tap or swipe of a finger as you move on to more challenging levels! UNLOCK new comic stories and missions with each super hero figure! Unlock over 15 maps and follow along the unique storyline of each character, presented with vivid custom comic panel art. BATTLE enemy figures as they attack from all angles! Challenge yourself to take out enemies at three separate difficulty levels and achieve the ultimate 3 star rating for each. Enable defense and attack powers as you pick up special power ups along the way! DEFEAT minions and villainous bosses as you complete each exciting mission, collecting special bonuses at each level!According to Justin Ziran, president of WizKids Games:
It’s amazing to watch the evolution of HeroClix over the past 10 years. HeroClix TabApp marks the next generation of the HeroClix franchise, and is a game the whole family can enjoy.In addition to the Marvel Super Heroes pack, the Wolverine and the X-Men figure pack, including Wolverine, Cyclops, and Iceman, is expected to hit shelves Sept 30. First announced in May, HeroClix TabApp is available for download in the App Store for the iPad 2 and new iPad.
