Nokia has recently announced that its latest N-Gage-compatible device, the Nokia N85, will be shipping globally together with an 8GB microSD card pre-loaded with at least ten try-and-buy games inbox, and the N-Gage application pre-loaded on the device. Combined with landscape gaming and dedicated gaming keys for additional comfort, the Nokia N85 seems to be breaking the boundaries of mobile gameplay.

“The Nokia N85 is a top-rate device to meet your mobile gaming needs,” said Antoine Doumenc, head of games sales, Nokia. “It unites a vivid OLED screen and dedicated gaming keys, with direct access to the N-Gage service and plenty of pre-loaded games. You can also instantly upload individual personal bests straight to the N-Gage Arena community.”

For those interested, here is a list of games available on the Nokia N85: Asphalt 3: Street Rules by Gameloft, Block Breaker Deluxe by Gameloft, Bounce by Nokia Games Publishing, Brain Challenge by Gameloft, EA SPORTS FIFA 08 by Electronic Arts, Hooked On: Creatures of the Deep by Nokia Games Publishing, Midnight Pool by Gameloft, Mile High Pinball by Nokia Games Publishing, Reset Generation by Nokia Games Publishing, The Sims 2 Pets by Electronic Arts, Snakes Subsonic by Nokia Games Publishing, Space Impact: Kappa Base by Nokia Games Publishing, System Rush: Evolution by Nokia Games Publishing, Tetris by Electronic Arts, and World Series of Poker Pro Challenge by Glu Mobile.

Furthermore, players can try out all the games at no charge at all. Thanks to the voucher included inbox they can activate one full game license.

In addition to games, the Nokia N85 comes with a strong lineup of multimedia features. Photos, navigation and music blend together with the newest Ovi and third party services via 3.5G HSDPA and Wi-Fi connectivity, to make discovering and sharing experiences quick and seamless. The Nokia N85 is available with an estimated retail price of 450 EUR before taxes and subsidies.