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Eutechnyx wins TIGA ?Best Social Game? Award

Car game and community racks up more success and adds yet another award.

November, 7th 2012, London, UK. Auto Club Revolution, the free-to-play online racing game and car community built in collaboration with the motor industry was awarded ‘Best Social Game’ at an awards ceremony hosted by UK video game trade association, TIGA.

Auto Club Revolution, launched in to open beta test in April this year, combines ‘best in class’ development principals to deliver a cutting-edge game experience uniquely offered on a ‘free-to-play’ business model. What sets the game apart is the focus on community and social interaction within the game’s web browser front end and it’s the success of these features that have been recognised by this award.

Critical acclaims follows commercial success which has continued to accelerate with average revenue per paying user (ARPPU) increasing to over $31 from $24 shortly after launch.

TIGA CEO, Dr Richard Wilson, said “Auto Club Revolution is a ground breaking title in the free-to-play space. The combination of licensed content, premium features and the heavy focus on the integration of social and community features really set this game apart from the competition. The game is rapidly becoming a great UK success story and I’m delighted the TIGA awards have recognisedAuto Club Revolution as the best social game of 2012”.

Auto Club Revolution is developed and published by Eutechnyx, the world’s leading independent racing game developer which celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2013.

Eutechnyx chief operating officer, Darren Jobling said, “When we initially designed Auto Club Revolution to break traditional racing game conventions, it was a brave move. Six months into our open beta phase, we’re delighted with our commercial achievements alongside the positive feedback from our players which has spurred us on to release a huge line-up of innovation as we head into next year. This ‘Best Social Game’ award from TIGA great recognition for our incredible team of talented people who are responsible for these achievements.”

To secure a free account, players can sign-up today at autoclubrevolution.com where they can experience the full array of features offered for free. Over 50 fully licensed cars are available to unleash on world famous circuits such as Spa Francorchamps, Hockenheim, Indianapolis and Silverstone plus a growing range of stunning custom race tracks including the recently launched Lake Italia series. Players can customise their cars for free adding components from prestigious brands including Bremo, Borla and AC Schzniter.

A rich game play experience is available to all players for free, with the added option to purchase cars and upgrades should they wish.

For more details please visit:

Auto Club Revolution: http://www.autoclubrevolution.com

Eutechnyx: http://www.eutechnyx.com/

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by Ashley Westgate .