Hands-On Mobile, which develops connected games and applications, has signed a multi-year global deal with AT New Media (Brands Division) to bring Crystal Quest, the addictive arcade action classic, to mobile phone users worldwide. Under the agreement, Hands-On Mobile will leverage its vast distribution channels and marketing expertise to launch a series of Crystal Quest titles throughout the United States, Europe and the Pacific Rim. 
Crystal Quest is a combination of therapeutic enjoyment and intense arcade action that has won hordes of fans since its launch in 1987 when it became an instant hit after being launched as the first colour game for the Apple Mac. Its versatility and popularity has meant it has seen it ported to multiple platforms, including Gameboy, PalmPilot and Pocket PC. The game experienced a new lease of life in 2006 as one of the first titles released for Xbox 360 Live Arcade, where it has become a best seller. This year, the game became one of only seven launch games on Microsoft Vista.
Crystal Quest is an iconic arcade classic with gameplay that is perfectly suited to the mobile platform and is now sure to win a fresh set of fans, says Eric Hobson, President and General Manager EMEA, Hands-On Mobile. We are delighted that Hands-On Mobile has been chosen to create and distribute mobile games on a property with such a strong gaming heritage as Crystal Quest, which has with thousands of gamers worldwide.