![]() ![]() So, of course, interviewing him and his partner in candy this week was a true joy. Not only did Russ continue to make sure I had something fun to do at every candy show I attended, he also introduced me around to others in the industry, vouching for me the way only a New Yorker could. ![]() Or at least be relegated to that dreaded “press” category, where companies only call you when they need you to run a release. I was genuinely happy to see their success, but I thought for sure I would fall off their radar. Their down-to-earth style mixed with the amazing success of Angry Birds gummies and fruit snacks made them the kind of friends everyone wanted. For more information, visit of a sudden “Russ” became “Russ and Rob,” and anytime you saw the two of them, there was a group of 30 people circling around. Following this success in mobile gaming, Angry Birds has expanded rapidly in entertainment, publishing, and merchandise to become a beloved international brand. Angry Birds, a casual puzzle game, became an international phenomenon within a year of release, and is now the number one paid app of all time. Rovio is an industry-changing entertainment media company based in Finland, and the creator of the globally successful Angry Birds franchise. Online merchandise sales are available at and. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting, and on Facebook at and on Twitter at. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. With fiscal year 2011 sales of $419 billion, Walmart employs 2.2 million associates worldwide. (NYSE: WMT) serves customers and members more than 200 million times per week at over 10,000 retail units under 69 different banners in 28 countries. To "like" Walmart and Angry Birds Space on Facebook, please visit /angrybirdsspace. Customers will also be given access to extras like downloadable Angry Birds wallpaper and Angry Birds animated shorts. With the purchase of any T-Mobile Android smartphone, such as the Samsung Exhibit II 4G, paired with a great value plan, such as the T-Mobile Monthly4G $30 Unlimited Web & Text plan, Walmart customers will gain access to an Angry Birds Space portal in the T-Mobile Mall where they can download the new game and find a hint to unlock a hidden golden eggsteroid level. "Only Walmart can deliver the reach across America for this type of program and we wish our fans luck as they seek out our hidden clues."Īdditionally, T-Mobile is offering a special Angry Birds promotion in Walmart stores. "We wanted to give our fans a unique retail extension to Angry Birds Space that rewards them for their eagle eyes," said Peter Vesterbacka, chief marketing officer and Mighty Eagle of Rovio Entertainment. Angry Birds™ Space 5" Plush Birds - $14.97.Angry Birds™ Space Limited Edition Space Tee - $6.97.Angry Birds™ Space Fruit Snacks - $2.18.The golden eggsteroids may be hidden on pricetags, snack boxes and even on an actual t-shirt design. This is just one of many exciting partnerships Walmart is forging to give our customers access to exclusive content."Ĭustomers can search through Angry Birds Space-themed items – including apparel, mobile phones, plush toys, snacks and more – for hidden game clues that unlock four "golden eggsteroid" bonus levels. "By partnering with Rovio, we're able to give millions of avid bird slingers bonus content by coming into our stores and shopping our broad assortment of Angry Birds Space merchandise. "Walmart is bringing fun back to the shopping experience, with interactive merchandise that brings the best of digital gaming together with in-store retail," said Seong Ohm, senior vice president and general merchandise manager for entertainment, Walmart U.S. This first-of-its-kind retail gaming experience launches on Facebook today and catapults into more than 3,000 Walmart U.S. The remaining clues will be embedded in select limited-edition Angry Birds merchandise available in Walmart stores, including apparel, plush toys, mobile phones, snacks and more. Walmart is also offering its more than 13 million Facebook fans the first of four special "golden eggsteroid" clues starting March 22 by visiting. For the first time, Walmart has joined forces with a leader in mobile entertainment to provide its customers with an integrated online and in-store gaming experience. BENTONVILLE, Ark., Ma/PRNewswire/ - America, the Angry Birds are in their final descent to your local Walmart! Angry Birds Space, the newest version of the world's most-downloaded mobile game from Rovio Entertainment, will touch down in app stores March 22, and only Walmart customers will be able to access "Golden Eggsteroid" clues that unlock four bonus levels in the game. ![]()
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