Huge "Shippuden" Expansion Launching September 9th

HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 7, 2011 /PRNewswire-Asia/ --

NGames has announced that "Shippuden", Pockie Ninja's exciting new expansion, will be launching on September 9th! A brand new trailer and new character bios are available now.

Naruto and Bleach inspired webgame, Pockie Ninja will be rolling out the massive Shippuden expansion on September 9th. The expansion will introduce a host of new content to the popular free-to-play MMO, including new characters, outfits, events and storyline quests to follow.

Shippuden focuses on the introduction of the Akatsuki, a group of people who aim to plunge the world into darkness. The new chapter of Pockie Ninja will showcase the primary members of the Akatsuki, continuing the action packed journey of Naruto and his friends in all new ways.

In Shippuden, a grown-up Naruto finally meets with Sasuke again, only this time Sasuke appears to be indifferent, powerful, and has been overtaken by a desire for revenge. Even worse, Sasuke appears to have completely ended his friendship with Naruto and Sakura.

Can Naruto retrieve his friend before it's too late? And what of Konoha village, will Sasuke destroy it, or will he be stopped before that happens?

NGames has revealed more of the characters that players can expect to meet on this epic new journey. A brand new Shippuden trailer has also been released, showcasing the new characters and their powerful moves in action: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ry6TgRUaP_c

Revenger of Destiny – Hebi/Taka Sasuke.

I've decided on revenge. That's always been my purpose of living - Sasuke

Under the guidance of Orochimaru, Sasuke turned his back on the village of Konoha and gained greater power. After a confrontation with Uchiha Itachi, he finally understood that what his brother did in the past was to protect him. However, Sasuke chose a totally different path from his brother after this revelation. He met his teammates later, changed his team's name from Hebi to Taka, and made a new goal - destroy Konoha and revive the Uchiha clan in his own way.

Son of the Prophecy - Sage Naruto

There's no short cut to becoming Hokage! - Uzumaki Naruto

When Uzumaki Naruto finished his training in Mount Myoboku, he became the first ninja to initiate 'Sage Mode' without performing toad-like traits. When in Sage Mode, Naruto's speed and strength increase dramatically; he can also sense danger around him and attack in a wider range. During the battle against the Defence of Pain, Naruto used his sage mode and killed several forms of Pain alone.

Ninja from Kirigakure - Taka Member Suigetsu Hozuki

I could also kill Orochimaru, you were just closer to him. - Suigetsu Hozuki

Suigetsu is a member of Sasuke's group, Taka. Instantly recognizable by his white hair and shark-like teeth. As a child prodigy of Kirigakure, Suigetsu is quite talented and powerful. He can transform his body into liquid form at will. His ambition is to inherit the title of Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist and become its leader.

Chakra-sensing Ninja - Taka Member Karin

Sasuke looks cool even when he's a mass of bruises! - Karin

Karin has an exceptional chakra sensing skill and is a willing member of Taka. She appears calm and in control at times, but seems to be both dazzled and scared by Sasuke. What is on her mind when she sees Sasuke?

New Features and Events

Not only are the Akatsuki an important storyline of the Shippuden expansion, they will bring whole new outfits and a brand new outfit recast system to Pockie Ninja.

To celebrate, NGames has prepared a series of exciting events for players to enjoy, making outfit collection easier than ever before.

Event One: Play Shippuden, login to win (Sept 9th – Sept 12th)
Details: Simply login to the game once during the event period to receive 10 free Recast Talisman

Event Two: Smash jars and win (Sept 9th – Sept 18th)
Details: Players who transfer 200 gold or more to Pockie Ninja will receive a bonus equivalent of 10% gold and 10% gift coupons. The more gold you transfer, the more bonuses you unlock.

Additionally, if you purchase Gold Treasure Jars, Diamond Treasure Jars and Luxury Treasure Jars during the event, you could win a new outfit! Like with the gold, the more treasure jars you buy, the better the prizes you will win.

Event Three: Buy 5 jars and get 1 free (Sept 9th – Sept 18th)
Details: As straight-forward as the title suggests. Buy 5 treasure jars and you will receive another treasure jar of the same type for free! Note: You must buy 5 of the same treasure jar to receive the freebie.

Pockie Ninja will bring these events, new characters and more together in the "Shippuden" expansion on September 9th. As the grand battle between Sasuke and Sage Naruto unfolds, which path will the members of the Taka follow, and what will become of Konoha village?

All secrets will be revealed soon.

You can sign up and play Pockie Ninja for free now: http://www.pockieninja.com

Pockie Ninja

Anime fans and gamers alike are quickly making Pockie Ninja their new online home. A free-to-play browser-based brawler MMO incorporating some of the best known characters and special abilities from the infamous Bleach and Naruto series - including Naruto Uzumaki and his infamous Demon Fox form – Pockie Ninja has amassed over 3 million registrations during it's beta period alone!

With a constant stream of updates, events and challenges for players to explore and enjoy, such as the recently launched Chapter II: Revenge of Aizen content, you'll have endless fun embracing the ways of the ninja while helping to restore the natural balance of order to Angel City.

Pockie Ninja offers a deep item synthesising system, allowing any two items to be combined into often surprising results, and a robust choice of customisable outfits that each offer special abilities and stat boosts. Pockie Ninja also does away with the usually rigid class system found in modern day MMO's, instead allowing players to freely change their class and "school of ninja" whenever they choose, resulting in a truly unique experience for every player.

Remember to follow Pockie Ninja on Facebook and Twitter for more information and prize-winning events.

Facebook: http://apps.facebook.com/pockie-ninja/
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About NGames:

NGames Limited specializes in the development, operation, and promotion of online games.

Thanks to a research & development operation focused on creating and launching original content, years of online experience, and an array of stunning titles, NGames is firmly established as one of the most recognised publishers operating today.

Currently in Open Beta, Naval-warfare strategy MMO, Navy Force is the fifth title available under their "Game 321" brand, adding to an impressive catalogue of games that already contains DD Tank, Caesary and this years hit release, Pockie Ninja.

NGames is also working on Immortal King (IK), a brand new military focused MMO due for Closed Beta release this September.

NGames are leveraging the power of their established Game 321 brand, building a large-scale integrated entertainment platform with the ultimate goal of providing users with premium online gaming content, visually stunning animation, as well as a social networking service.

Game 321 operates under a one-account-for-all-games system, meaning any user who signs up for a free account can experience all of the action without the need to constantly re-register their details.

http://www.game321.com

SOURCE NGames Limited