SNAP (Scaleable Network Application Package) Mobile is a new platform for Java multiplayer gaming communities. SNAP Mobile is built upon Nokia's industry-leading mobile online game and community technology. The same technology that has been hosting connected games since the introduction of the core SNAP multiplayer technology on Sega® Dreamcast in 2000. They have also been hosting connected AAA games on PS2, N-Gage Arena™, and mobile phones.
SNAP Mobile consists of a compact yet powerful client-side component operating together with sophisticated backend technology. SNAP Mobile is the Java counterpart to the N-Gage Arena technology. As such, it offers unparalleled performance, plus the capability of interoperating with games on multiple platforms.
Nokia and Sun are collaborating to integrate Nokia's SNAP Mobile into Sun's leading J2ME Wireless Toolkit. Nokia and Sun will offer to mobile operators and other game distributors an end-to-end integrated solution including a complete, highly reliable and scalable platform for the download and connectivity of multiplayer J2ME games, as well as the creation and support of game player communities.
Nokia is also closely cooperating with several leading game developers to ensure that operators and service providers interested in providing J2ME online multiplayer games and gaming communities have access to compelling content from day one.
Upcoming SNAP Mobile Titles:
- 3D Pool
- Age of Piracy
- Snap Soccer
- Space Shooter (working title)
- Pocket Kingdom
- Lucky Ranch Tycoon
- Reversi
- Lose Your Marbles
- Black Jack