Users will be able to try the games before buying them

Apr 28, 2006 13:20 GMT  ·  By

Helio, the mobile carrier targeting young people has revealed details about its new mobile game service. The service goes hand in hand with the Hero and the Kickflip, the high-end phones that are going to be launched this year in the US.

Beside the access to the games, the service will allow consumers to stay in touch with other Helio members and due to SK Telecom's technology, the users will be able to share their favorite games, ask other members to purchase games for them and try any game at a lower price before buying it.

Customers will have access to information about games, such as ratings, reviews and presentation movies to help them decide what game to purchase.

Also, users will benefit from updates and free cheat codes for purchased games, a way to keep track of titles they want to buy and the possibility to download previously bought games free of charge.

Helio's offer of games will consist of 2D, 3D and multiplayer games belonging to one of the categories: puzzle, casino, arcade, role playing games, action, shooters, sports and speed.