Angry Birds Space

Angry Birds Space is the fourth (and latest) installment to the Angry Birds series. The release date was March 22nd. It was first announced on the Angry Birds Space page.

Pre-Release
Posters began appearing for the game in February 2012.

Press Release
On March 8, 2012, Rovio posted a press release about the game with further information:

Game description
After a giant claw kidnaps their eggs, the Angry Birds chase it into a wormhole and find themselves floating in a strange galaxy surrounded by space pigs! Luckily the Angry Birds have super powers of their own...

Angry Birds Space features 60 interstellar levels on planets and in zero gravity, resulting in spectacular gameplay ranging from slow-motion puzzles to lightspeed destruction. With regular free updates, new in-app purchases, brand new birds, brand new superpowers, and a whole galaxy to explore, the sky is no longer the limit!

Features:
 * 60 interstellar levels!
 * Regular free updates!
 * Brand new birds!
 * Brand new superpowers!
 * Zero-gravity space adventures!
 * Trick shots using planets’ gravity!
 * New in-app purchases for iOS!
 * Hidden bonus levels!
 * Beautifully detailed backgrounds!

FAQ
Q: What is Angry Birds Space?

A: Angry Birds Space is a brand new game byRovioRovio,ClIcK gAmER,Chillingo, creator of the global phenomenon Angry Birds.

Q: Is this an update, or a new game?

A: Angry Birds Space is a completely new game with innovative new gameplay. From floating through space to using the gravity of nearby planets to set up spectacular trick shots, the unique background takes traditional gameplay to a totally new level. In addition, the Angry Birds have new superpowers and eight new characters.

Q: When is it coming out?

A: On April 22nd we’ll launch simultaneously in mobile gaming, animation, retail, and publishing. Not only is this the first big launch for us as an integrated entertainment company, but the first time this has ever been done for a mobile game!

Mark your calendar and stay tuned for the biggest game launch since the original Angry Birds!

Q: When is the official announcement?

A: The official announcement was online on March 8th at 10am EST/3pm GMT at angrybirds.com/birds Space 2.com space 2. The announcement was literally out of this world, with Flight Engineer Don Pettit introducing the game from the International Space Station.

Q: Where can I play the Angry Birds Space game?

A: Angry Birds Space will be available on iOS, Android, Mac, and PC on April 22nd. Information on other platforms will be available later.

'''Q: I’m intrigued! How do I get more information?'''

A: We’ll be releasing more information throughangrybirds.com/space, so make sure to check back regularly. You can also checkFacebook,Twitter, or theRovioblog for updates.

The Daily - Birds in Space
On March 14, 2012, The Daily uploaded a free app that acts as an official companion to the game. The guide contains detailed information on the creation of the game, new characters and other information.

A THIN LINE
March 14, 2012 also saw the press release of a new collaboration between MTV's A THIN LINE anti-cyber-bullying campaign and Angry Birds Space. Once the game is launched on March 22, 2012, players who post a positive message to the Draw Your Line app will receive a hint as to where to get a code that opens a secret golden egg level. Additionally, an anti-cyber-bullying PSA featuring the Birds will be released that day.

Story
From The Daily - Birds in Space guide, a rough overview of the story was revealed:

One day,the birds were taking care of the eggs and a mechanical claw grabs the Birds' eggs and they follow it through a wormhole to arrive in the world of Space. There, some gain new powers or equipment. They meet Ice Bird, convinced he can help them get home, but Ice Bird is only concerned about saving his world from the Space Pigs and retrieving the Eggsteroid.

Space Pigs are the Bad Piggies, outfitted with new equipment allowing them to survive in Space and brandishing new challenges to the Flock, including the Space King's UFO (which houses the aforementioned claw) and the enormous Fat Pig.

Characters
For information on the characters from Angry Birds Space, see: Space Characters

Episodes

 * 1) Pig Bang
 * 2) Cold Cuts
 * 3) Fry Me to the Moon
 * 4) Utopia
 * Danger Zone
 * Eggsteroids

National Geographic Books
On March 8, 2012, National Geographic updated their Web site to offer the official companion book to the game in their e-store.

See main article: Angry Birds Space: A Furious Flight into the Final Frontier

Later, they updated their site with an Angry Birds Space Q&A:

http://newswatch.nationalgeographic.com/2012/03/08/angry-birds-space-qa-your-guide-to-the-angry-universe/

Additionally, a second upcoming book was posted to Amazon.com to be offered on September 25, 2012

See main article: Angry Birds: Fed up, Feathered, and Furious 

Trivia

 * The pigs have their Google Chrome sprites.

Samsung Galaxy Note
A video was released on 2/27/12 on the Samsung Mobile YouTube channel stating that Angry Birds Space will be "launching with Samsung GALAXY Note."

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On March 9, 2012, phandroid.com reported further information regarding Samsung Galaxy and Angry Birds Space:

"Aside from users getting to play a bit of the game ahead of its March 22nd launch, Samsung has detailed the exclusive content that their Galaxy users will be able to enjoy.

You’ll be getting an exclusive Samsung Galaxy Note level, free access to the Danger Zone update which provides 30 maps (would usually be an in-app purchase for non-Galaxy ownes) and a new Lazer Bird which has unique powers to not only help you in the game, but to show off the beautiful display on devices such as the Galaxy Note."

Additionally, on March 9, 2012, the Angry Birds Facebook page updated with a video of the Lazer Bird in action, presented by the Samsung Galaxy Note. The description on the SamsungMobile YouTube channel reads:

"The Lazer Bird, introduced by Samsung, perfectly reflects the personality of Samsung's GALAXY Note. The bird's lazer vision resembles the best viewing experience on the crisp and expansive screen and its lazer strike super power the high performance.

New characters, including the Lazer Bird in Angry Birds Space have unique superhero powers to help in their fight against the space pigs and bring their eggs safely back home."

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