ePlay Announces Apple Approval of Fan Freak App and ePlay Wallet

Rhea-AI Summary

ePlay Digital has received Apple’s approval for its Fan Freak app, set to launch on the App Store, featuring NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA, and NCAA Football. The app combines three games: Fantasy, Pick-Sheet, and Streak, offering users prizes and points. Notably, ePlay's ePlay Wallet will allow direct credit card payments, bypassing Apple's revenue sharing fees. This innovative approach aims to enhance user engagement, as noted by CEO Trevor Doerksen, targeting daily usage patterns. The official release announcement will follow, promising potential revenue growth through cash prizing in the Streak game.

Positive

• Apple approved the Fan Freak app for the App Store, expanding ePlay's market reach.
• The app features a unique ePlay Wallet that avoids App Store revenue sharing, potentially increasing profit margins.
• Fan Freak aims to engage users daily, which could lead to higher retention rates and revenue.

Negative

• None.

Fan Freak allows sports fans to build teams, streaks, and win cash prizes.

LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESSWIRE / September 30, 2021 / ePlay Digital Inc. (CSE:EPY)(OTC PINK:EPYFF)(FSE:2NY2) (the "Company") today announced that Apple has approved the Fan Freak app and is officially Pending Developer Release for the Apple App Store. The upcoming release of Fan Freak will include NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA, and NCAA Football. Fan Freak is 3 games-in-one and all will allow users to earn prizes and points. The three games included in the initial release include Fantasy, Pick-Sheet, and Streak.

When Fan Freak is released the Streak game will include cash prizing and will immediately earn revenue through level upgrades. Apple's policies allow ePlay to collect users credit card payments without sharing a percentage with Apple. The unique ePlay Wallet feature is a first for the company. The ePlay Wallet is interoperable with other ePlay games and fully circumvents App Store revenue sharing that can be as high as 30% to the App Store.

"Fan Freak will be a game that people play everyday," says Trevor Doerksen, CEO of ePlay Digital. "This is an important user behaviour the company is targeting with Fan Freak and its other sports and fitness apps."

ePlay's mobile games and virtual worlds include Howie Mandel's Howie's Games, Robert Horry's Big Shot Basketball, and ePlay's running app Klocked. The official release announcement of Fan Freak will follow.

About ePlay
ePlay Digital Inc. is a mobile game creator and publisher specializing in sports, esports and entertainment augmented reality titles, including their new augmented reality running app, Klocked.me, sports gaming app Fan Freak, flagship title Big Shot Basketball and Howie Mandel mobile game collaboration - HowiesGames.com. ePlay is operated by an award-winning team of sports, gaming and eSports leaders as well as broadcast and digital technology industry experts, software engineers and athletes who have brought dozens of game titles to market for companies including Time Warner Cable, ESPN, Sony Pictures, AXS TV, Intel, AXN, Fiat, CBS, and others.

ePlay's wholly-owned subsidiary Mobovivo eSports specializes in augmented reality, mobile game development and mobile eSports streaming.

ePlay Released Games
Howie Go Viral - iOS / Android
Outbreak ES - iOS
Outbreak Unlimited - iOS / Android
SwishAR ES - iOS
SwishAR - iOS / Android
Big Shot Basketball - iOS / Android
Big Swish - iOS
Big Shot Swish ES - iOS
Klocked Augmented Reality Fitness App - Klocked.me
Sign up for early access to Fan Freak Sports App

Further Information
Further details are available under the Company's profile on SEDAR at www.sedar.com and the Company's profile on the CSE's website at www.thecse.com/

For further media information, or to set up an interview, please contact:

ePlay Digital Inc.
(310) 684-3857‬
E-mail: info@eplaydigital.com
Website: www.eplaydigital.com
Canadian Securities Exchange (CSE): Symbol EPY

Deutsche Boerse Xetra - Frankfurt Stock Exchange: Symbol 2NY2; WKN: A2AN4D; ISIN CA26885W1041

SOURCE: ePlay Digital Inc.

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FAQ

What is the Fan Freak app from ePlay Digital?

The Fan Freak app is a sports gaming application that combines three games—Fantasy, Pick-Sheet, and Streak—allowing users to earn prizes and points.

When will the Fan Freak app be available on the App Store?

The Fan Freak app is currently pending developer release after receiving approval from Apple, with an official announcement regarding the launch expected soon.

How does the ePlay Wallet benefit users of Fan Freak?

The ePlay Wallet allows users to make direct payments without sharing revenue with Apple, which enhances profitability for ePlay Digital and offers a seamless payment experience.

What sports are included in the Fan Freak app?

The Fan Freak app will feature NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA, and NCAA Football events.

What potential revenue sources does the Fan Freak app offer?

Fan Freak can generate revenue through cash prizes, level upgrades, and user engagement in its various games.