Freeverse iPhone Game Is First To Reach One Million

Freeverse, one of the worlds leading developers and publishers of iPhone games, sold the millionth copy of its Flick Fishing game this past weekend, making it the first paid application to reach the one million download milestone.

Flick Fishing, which costs 99 cents, allows iPhone and iPod touch users to take a virtual fishing trip with the flick of a wrist. The game uses the iPhone's accelerometer to recreate a casting motion, then a combination of bait choice and fishing skill helps players land that big catch.

There was also an iPhone OS 3.0 update issued last week for Flick Fishing that allows peer-to-peer networking for players to compare their catches while competing in a blackjack style fishing contest. In addition, in-app purchases of a new fishing locations and new fish have been made by nearly 10 percent of users since the OS 3.0 update was issued.

"We couldn't be happier that so many people decided to put on their virtual fishing cap and give Flick Fishing a try," said Ian Lynch Smith, president and co-founder of Freeverse. "We're very proud that over one million players have discovered that Flick Fishing is a great way to enjoy summer fun on your iPhone without the pesky flies and mosquitoes."

Flick Fishing is one of Freeverse's innovative Flick Sports titles, which make use of the accelerometer and touch screen interface featured in the iPhone and iPod touch to provide players with an immersive gaming experience.

Flick Fishing is currently available on the Apple iTunes Store (link takes you to iTunes): http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewSoftware?id=295314913&mt=8