Fans of poker that want to experience some high-stakes World Series Of Poker (WSOP) action while on the move can now do so by downloading an application for their iPhone and iPod Touch.
The result of an alliance between Glu Mobile and Harrah’s Entertainment, the new World Series Of Poker Hold'Em Legend application lets fans play over 25 events across seven venues, five of which being actual properties owned by the casino operator.
Glu Mobile revealed that every venue includes an introductory video and players can compete for a virtual WSCOP bracelet. In addition, the application’s peer-to-peer functionality, innovative multi-touch user interface and leaderboard integration WSOP.com will up the ante for poker aficionados.
“We are thrilled to take the WSOP to the iPhone with Glu Mobile,' said Craig Abrahams, Vice-President for the WSOP.
“This application is a game-changer in the category and is consistent with our core strategy of taking the WSOP to all digital platforms with top production values.”
The new application also allows players to watch high-quality videos of featured opponents while listening to music from iTunes and is available now from as little as $2.99.
“The World Series Of Poker is the number one brand in poker and we are thrilled to bring iPhone and iPod Touch users the most exciting and prestigious poker application available,' said Alex Galvagni, Chief Technical Officer and Senior Vice-President Of Global Product Development for Glu.
“By creating a fast-paced and unique World Series Of Poker gaming experience and adding new functionality with peer-to-peer multi-player capability, the World Series Of Poker Hold'Em Legend application will keep players entertained for hours.”
