Friday, April 30, 2021

Tilting Point Serves Up 'SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off' on Nintendo Switch

TILTING POINT SERVES UP AWARD-WINNING MOBILE HIT SPONGEBOB: KRUSTY COOK-OFF FROM NICKELODEON ON NINTENDO SWITCH™

Experience the Hilarious Culinary Adventure With Bikini Bottom’s Favorite Residents on the Nintendo Switch System Today


NEW YORK - April 29, 2021 - SpongeBob fans - get ready to experience everyone’s favorite ultimate underwater grilling adventure in a brand new way! SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off, the award-winning hit mobile game that puts fans behind the Krusty Krab grill to serve the characters of the beloved animated series, is making its console debut today with its launch on Nintendo Switch. SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off features fast-paced gameplay, challenging players to become the best fry cook under the sea. Since its 2020 launch, the game has surpassed 35 million downloads on mobile, and was the recipient of the Google Play “Users Choice Game of 2020” award. 

 
In SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off, players cook delicious nautical meals as they interact with Mr. Krabs, Patrick, Squidward, Sandy and many other familiar faces. Fans will visit famous SpongeBob landmarks like the Krusty Krab and Sandy's Treedome, collect and customize outfits for their favorite characters, design and upgrade their own versions of Bikini Bottom’s seven restaurants, and cook up grub across 400 story levels on their journey to be the best fry cook under the sea. Redesigned for the platform, the Nintendo Switch system exclusive “Extra Krusty Edition,” features platform exclusives, including four unique cooking powers, challenges and additional downloadable content.


Prior to its mobile launch, SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off saw immediate success and fan excitement with more than 17 million pre-registered players, the strongest pre-registration performance of any Nickelodeon game ever. At launch, it was one of the top 10 most downloaded games on iOS in 97 countries, and 79 countries on Google Play -- reaching the top 100 grossing in 66 countries on iOS and eight countries on Google Play. In its first week alone, SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off reached over 2.2 million daily active users.

 
“It has been great working alongside Nickelodeon, and our collaboration resulted in an incredibly successful mobile launch for SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off; we brought the game to PC players this past December, and now, we are thrilled to showcase the game’s potential and vibrant gameplay on the Nintendo Switch system,” said Tilting Point Co-CEO and president Samir Agili. “SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off is the first game Tilting Point has published on Nintendo Switch; it is a testament to our vision and commitment to expand to new mediums, studios and global audiences in order to help all our games grow. As a team, we are setting our sights toward what will be a truly huge and exciting year.”


As a new-generation games partner, Tilting Point helps teams power up their existing games with its progressive publishing model, $132 million annual investment UA fund, expert resources, services and operational support. This year, the company will continue to expand its universal presence by partnering with, and offering its expertise and services to major developers across the globe. Already, Tilting Point has announced multimillion dollar partnerships with developers in Korea and Turkey, in addition to Tilting Point Russia, a new studio initiative to build a team of world-class professionals in Saint Petersburg.


SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off is available now on Nintendo Switch for $29.99 in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil; the game will also be available in Europe and Asia in the coming weeks. The mobile version of the game is available on iOS and Android; PC players can also enjoy the game on the Microsoft Store.


About Tilting Point
Tilting Point is a leading free-to-play publisher that powers up existing live games using deep marketing and product expertise, cutting-edge technology and a user acquisition war chest. Founded in 2012, Tilting Point has grown to a staff of over 150 people with offices in New York, Barcelona, Boston, Kyiv, Seoul, San Diego & St. Petersburg. Tilting Point’s most successful games include Star Trek Timelines, Warhammer: Chaos & Conquest, and SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off.
 
Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 42nd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location-based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).

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Here is an overview of the Switch version, via Nintendo.com:

About

The Nintendo Switch-exclusive “Extra Krusty Edition” of SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off is here! Join SpongeBob and his friends on an epic adventure to become the best Fry Cook under the Sea in this fast paced and hilarious cooking game—re-designed for the Nintendo Switch! Plus, unleash four brand-new, Nintendo Switch exclusive power-ups to help you show off your skill behind the grill!

Let’s get cookin’!

Join SpongeBob SquarePants on a hilarious culinary adventure through the restaurants and kitchens of Bikini Bottom! When Mr. Krabs realizes there’s more money to be earned in the fast-food business, the penny-pinching entrepreneur sets out to expand his restaurant empire starting with a breakfast stand outside of SpongeBob’s house…and who better to help him run it than SpongeBob SquarePants himself?

Create your own Bikini Bottom kitchen, decorate and customize your restaurant, and get ready to serve up delicious food to your guests! In this fast-food cooking game, put your time management skills to the test and experience the crazy cooking action of the SpongeBob universe. Fire up the grill and get ready to cook!

Key Features

- Fun and Fast-Paced Cooking – Cook and serve up delicious food including Krabby Patties, pancakes, BBQ and more! Get behind the grill as SpongeBob SquarePants to provide speedy service to the residents of Bikini Bottom. You’ll serve tons of familiar faces like Patrick Star, Sandy Cheeks, Squidward and many more! Keep your customers happy and be rewarded with tips, likes and exciting bonuses! Start as a junior fry cook and train to become one of Bikini Bottom’s premier fast-food chefs!

Explore the World of SpongeBob SquarePants – Grill up delicious Krabby Patties in the Krusty Krab, Steaks and Ribs in Sandy’s Treedome, Hot Dogs in Weenie Hut Jr’s and much more as you explore familiar restaurants and new kitchens in Bikini Bottom, Goo Lagoon and beyond! New restaurants and cuisines are added regularly, bringing new cooking challenges and recipes to learn!

- Upgrade and Decorate – Choose new furniture, decorations and more to add your personal touch to the restaurants of SpongeBob SquarePants. Upgrade your kitchen equipment to cook food quickly and provide faster service to your customers. Start out with a basic restaurant design and build your kitchen to one fit for an expert chef!

- Collect and Customize – Unlock your favorite characters from SpongeBob SquarePants and dress them in amazing outfits inspired by the show! Create your own custom avatar for the game and interact with the costumed characters as they explore Bikini Bottom.

- Hilarious Storyline – Experience an all-new and exclusive SpongeBob SquarePants story featuring SpongeBob, Mr. Krabs, Squidward, Sandy, and Patrick. Play through the hilarious storyline as you progress through the game and unlock new levels.

Watch the launch trailer above.

Watch SpongeBob SquarePants on Nickelodeon and The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run & Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years on Paramount+!

Listen to The SpongeBob Musical here!: https://spongebobmusical.blogspot.com

SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated is now available on PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices!

CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! We’re serving up everything from legendary scenes to remixes of classic songs to deep dives into Bikini Bottom lore. Be sure to check back every week for Music Mondays, Wumbo Wednesdays, and Flashback Fridays! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!

Shop SpongeBob!: https://www.spongebobshop.com - SpongeBob face masks now available, with ALL proceeds going to charity!


Originally published: Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 20:37 BST.

Press release via Game Press; H/T: Collider; Additional sources: Gamasutra, Gematsu.

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