WPT TEXAS HOLD'EM A FAVE

29 February 2008

Several awards claimed by mobile gambling offering


Hands-On Mobile, Inc., the developers of the World Poker Tour (WPT) Texas Hold 'Em 2 mobile poker game has been recognised by players and mobile operators for its innovations in connected gaming since launching the WPT offering in October 2007.

WPT Texas Hold 'Em 2 was recognised in two categories by AT&T in its “Best of 2007” awards: “Best Card/Casino Game” and “Best Multiplayer Game.” The game also won the silver award for Top Mobile Poker in the 2007 Readers’ Choice Awards by Gambling Online Magazine.

Hands On Mobile revealed that more than twelve million hands have been dealt to 140 000 unique users since launch, with the longest continuous gameplay session lasting 13 hours.

“Today’s poker enthusiast is constantly looking for new ways to connect with the game, whether they’re at home, on the go, or sitting at the final table in the world’s biggest tournament,” said Steve Lipscomb, founder, president and chief executive officer, WPT Enterprises, Inc.

“Our partnership with Hands-On Mobile has allowed us to extend our brand across multiple platforms and bring together new fans everyday.”

WPT Texas Hold 'Em 2 poker fans can be truly mobile, playing on either cell phones or laptop computers. Multiplayer features allow them to play live with other players at public tables, or create their own private tables to play with their friends or family.

The game is available on all carriers and most mobile phones worldwide, including RIM and Windows Mobile devices, and is consistently a top seller.

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