Rovio Entertainment is launching a Star Wars feature into Angry Birds. The Company joined hands with Lucasfilm announcing a new blockbuster entertainment franchise collaboration; Angry Birds Star Wars.
The unique partnership will combine all the fun of the classic Angry Birds and Angry Birds Space with the characters and stories of the epic space fantasy, Star Wars.
Starring as the iconic heroes of the cray series, the Angry Birds characters will entertain you in the deserts of Tatooine to the depths of the Death Star.
"This is the best 'Angry Birds' game we've ever done. It's the best parts of 'Angry Birds' with all new cutting-edge gameplay set in in a galaxy far, far away," said Peter Vesterbacka, the Mighty Eagle and CMO of Rovio. “As a big 'Star Wars' fan myself, I'm really excited about this new universe. The Force is definitely strong with this one."
Angry Birds Star Warswill be available to download on Android and iOS on Nov. 8. The Angry BirdsTumblr pagelets you choose your destiny: “I’m on the Porkside” or “Rebel Without a Squawk.”
The release will also come with additional goodies such as plush toys and board games. This fall will see unveiling of merchandise ranging from Halloween costumes and apparel to action figures and collectible plush toys will be available at select retailers, starting October 28.
Rovio also revealed its Angry Birds sequel, Bad Piggies in September.
"Both 'Star Wars' and 'Angry Birds' share the instant and irresistible appeal of hands-on fun,” said Colum Slevin, Vice President, Head of Studio Operations for Lucasfilm Ltd. “People seem to instinctively know what to do when handed a lightsaber or a bird in a slingshot, so this is a natural combination.”
Fans will also get to enjoy new videos, characters, and much more content. The game will be available on iOS, Android, Amazon Kindle Fire, Mac, PC, Windows Phone and Windows 8.