Las Vegas-based gaming supplier Gaming Arts, LLC announced an exclusive partnership with Taiwan’s Jumbo Technologies, Ltd. to bring the multi-player fishing game Ocean Phoenix, which it calls a “one-of-a-kind gaming experience,” to North American casinos for the first time. The game has debuted at California’s Pechanga Resort.
“We are very exhilarated to have this opportunity to launch our first multi- player fishing game, which has been popular in Asia, in one of the best casinos in North America,” said Allen Hsu, vice president of Jumbo Technologies. “It’s been a privilege to work hand in glove with Gaming Arts for this project, and we are hoping the game will provide U. S. players an exceptional gaming experience.”
Gaming Arts showed Ocean Phoenix in its booth at G2E 2021, to wide acclaim from attendees.. Due to the high level of interest in this game, Ocean Phoenix was fast-tracked and the first installation in North America occurred only four months after debuting at G2E.
The 7.5-foot-long gaming console features spaces for six players. During game play, all players participate in the same game and can see the 66-inch screen in the center of the gaming area. Players work independently to capture the game’s “Four Beasts”—the Mighty Phoenix, the Ancient Crocodile, the Flawless Octopus and the Elegant Mermaid.
The goal is to fire upon the invading creatures, including the Fantastic Beasts, and capture them. Each shot taken counts for game credits. When a player has captured the target, he or she receives credit awards. Players can also earn additional weaponry within the game that aids them in their quest to capture their targets.
“Ocean Phoenix is unlike any gaming machine now on casino floors,” said Jean Venneman, chief operating officer of Gaming Arts. “We are pleased to work with Jumbo to bring this exciting game to the North American markets. The arcade-style cabinet will attract players and build a loyal fan base as they encounter exciting characters and numerous opportunities to win big.
“There is no doubt that this new state-of-the-art gaming machine has found a permanent place on the casino floor.”
