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08/31/2023 | Press release | Archived content

KOEI TECMO GAMES Launches First Location-Based Game, 'Nobunaga's Ambition: Shutsujin,' Utilizing Mapbox Technology

Tokyo, Japan - August 31, 2023 - KOEI TECMO GAMES has officially released 'Nobunaga's Ambition: Shutsujin,' the company's inaugural location-based game for smartphones, integrating Mapbox's advanced map development platform.

Game overview:

  • Title: Nobunaga's Ambition: Shutsujin​
  • Genre: Location-Based Game​
  • Supported Devices:
    • iOS 14 or later (iPhone 8 Plus and newer)​
    • iPadOS 14 or later, with at least 3GB RAM​
    • Android 9.0 or later, with at least 4GB RAM (some devices excluded)​
  • Availability:
  • Official Website: https://www.gamecity.ne.jp/nobunaga_shutsujin/​

'Nobunaga's Ambition: Shutsujin' represents a significant milestone as KOEI TECMO GAMES' first foray into location-based gaming, offering players an immersive experience that blends historical strategy with real-world exploration.

Mapboxcontribution:

Mapbox's platform enhances the gaming experience through:​

  • Customizable map design: Developers can tailor map aesthetics, including color schemes and fonts, to align with the game's Sengoku period theme, providing players with an authentic visual experience.​
  • Smooth performance: The platform's rapid data processing ensures seamless map interactions, allowing for fluid navigation as players move.​
  • Playable location data: This feature identifies appropriate locations for in-game items and checkpoints, considering factors like restricted areas and non-walkable roads, thereby promoting safe gameplay environments.​

By integrating Mapbox's technology, 'Nobunaga's Ambition: Shutsujin' offers a richly designed map that enhances both the visual appeal and functionality of the game.

Designed for game developers, the Mapbox Gaming Solution provides:​

  • Access to extensive data assets: Enabling the creation of unique map designs that reflect the game's world.​
  • Flexible map rendering: Allowing for dynamic adjustments to map visuals, such as color schemes and label fonts, to match the game's atmosphere.
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