MUMBAI: Cricket Power, the official game based on ICC Cricket World Cup 2011, has been launched by Zapak Games, and will be available for players through both online and offline mediums.

Fans can download online through Zapak.com, the gaming portal and offline at any of the gaming CD retail outlets.
  
Cricket Power aims to immerse the cricket frenzy gamers with the on-pitch drama, intensity and excitement of fiercely competitive international cricket.

Gamers can now indulge in scoring wickets or making the last winning run, saving deliveries and experiencing the thrill of hitting sixes. The game lets its users to experience the same adrenaline rush as their favourite players on field.

"This game brings to you the ultimate adventure of playing and building your own World Cup game. With the game following the World Cup schedule, all participating countries being present and player names in original, it’s the closest you can come to reality and thus providing a perfect chance for you to bring the World Cup home," the company said. 
 
The CD version of the game is scheduled to hit the retail stores in the third week of February and the availability of the game on Zapak.com will coincide with the World Cup.

Zapak Games with their strong retail distribution channel will ensure the reach of Cricket Power to all its gaming fans across the country. This game will be available in all leading stores. The game can also be downloaded through www.zapak.com.

Commenting on launching the official game, Zapak Games Business Head Vaibhav Odhekar said “Cricket World Cup appeals to the entire nation. Even non cricket enthusiasts get involved in celebrating the sport. We aim to reach the masses with this official game and have hence priced it reasonably at Rs. 299. Cricket Power will be a treat to all as it will allow everybody to experience the thrill of cricket with real players.”