Angry Birds Rio for Android to debut in Amazon Appstore

News Wireless Global 15 MAR 2011
Angry Birds Rio for Android to debut in Amazon Appstore
Rovio's Angry Birds Rio mobile game will be introduced for the Android platform exclusively in the Amazon Appstore. Developed in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox, Angry Birds Rio features the animated stars of the studio's upcoming motion picture, Rio. Additionally, Android mobile phone users will be able to purchase and download ad-free versions of Angry Birds and Angry Birds Seasons. Both will debut only in the Amazon Appstore. Angry Birds Rio will launch with 60 dedicated levels, with more content to follow via app updates.

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