Gameloft and CBS develop CSI: Miami for Mobile Phones

Developer and publisher of mobile games – Gameloft, has announced that they have entered into a global multi-year and multi-game agreement with CBS Mobile and has launched the first game called the ‘CSI: Miami’ that is based on the popular television series, CSI in the U.S. Released on 24th September, this launch coincides with the 6th season premiere of “CSI: Miami” on CBS.

Gameloft will develop, publish and distribute the upcoming CSI: Miami. In the months after the US launch, the companies are planning to release the game in 140 countries.

Moreover, both the companies have also roped in Anthony Zuiker, Executive Producer and Creator of ‘CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,’ to deliver a high level of involvement and direction from the show’s creative auspices.

According to Gonzague de Vallois, Vice President, Gameloft, “We are thrilled to welcome CBS as a partner and look forward to a long term relationship. The CSI franchise set the bar for primetime crime drama television by engaging viewers on all levels. The mobile games will expand the CSI storyline into a fun and interactive experience.”

The mobile game is especially designed to capture the fascinating storylines, look, atmosphere and intrigue that permeate each episode of “CSI: Miami.”

“A mobile game adaptation of a CSI series is the perfect complement for a franchise with a fan base that watches the show with such a high level of engagement and interest in interactivity. We are thrilled to join forces with Gameloft and are confident in their expertise to capture the essence of CSI and translate it into a quality mobile game,” commented Anthony Zuiker.

“This is a new quality level of cross-platform development. By involving Anthony Zuiker, the creator of CSI, directly in the mobile game development, we will create much more than just a ‘brand extension’ of the CSI franchise. This is what we call true ‘platforming’ of content,” remarked Cyriac Roeding, Executive Vice President, CBS Mobile. “Gameloft is one of the best mobile game developers in the world, and we’re pleased to add them to our growing list of best in breed partners. Gameloft truly thinks ‘mobile’ when creating games – that matches CBS Mobile’s approach.”

This game allows the player to immerse themselves fully in the ‘CSI: Miami’ drama that enables the gamer to empathize with the role of lead investigator, collect evidence at the crime scene and interrogate suspects.

Gamers can download the game directly through AT&T, T-mobile, Sprint and Verizon. All you need to do is select the menu page on the handset and access the games folder, later select ‘CSI: Miami’ to buy. Then, follow the onscreen instructions to download the game.