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Pony Trails Update Out Now!
8 November 2014
This one is big. A brand new update for
Pony Trails, featuring loads of new content, out now for iOS on the App Store. Check it out then tell us what you think on our
FaceBook page.
Read our Story!
4 November 2014
Our CEO Tom Crago wrote a piece for Gamasutra recently, talking about the first twenty years of Tantalus.
Check it out!
GCAP & PAX
3 November 2014
Thanks to everyone who came and visited our stands at these shows. We had a blast and it was a thrill to showcase
Pony Trails and our newly announced game
Barnanza. We'll see you at both shows next year.
Tantalus turns 20!
15 October 2014
Twenty years. We made it. Since our first game in 1994 we've shipped forty-three titles and have worked on every major console since the SNES. It's been an amazing ride. Thanks to everyone who has picked up a Tantalus title over the years. We promise the best is still to come.
Visit our 20 year anniversary page
Be sure to check out our 20 Years trailer!
Tantalus at GCAP
15 October 2014
We're celebrating turning twenty at this year's
Game Connect Asia Pacific conference in Melbourne. As a major GCAP sponsor, we'll be co-hosting the party night and will have a big presence at the show. Come and say hi!
Tantalus at PAX
15 October 2014
For the first time we have our own booth at
PAX here in Melbourne. We'll be showing highlights from our twenty years making games and will have playable versions of a couple of cool new mobile titles.
Pony Trails update coming soon
30 Sept 2014
With the new iPhone 6 and iOS8 now out, Pony Trails has been revised, not just to work on the new devices but with new breeds and markings and a myriad of minor improvements. Check out our
Pony Trails site for more information.
Pony Trails crosses 3 million!
17 July 2014
Wow, Pony Trails has now had over 3,000,000 downloads on iOS. Check out our
Pony Trails site for more information.
Pony Trails coming to Android
24 May 2014
It's doing so well on iOS, we thought we'd spread the love around some more.
2013
Funky Barn patch coming very soon to the eShop
12 December 2013
A year after its release, we've put some extra love into Funky Barn (download) for the Wii U with new features, bug fixes, super fast loading and more. Find out more on our
Funky Barn page.
Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Director's Cut
Shipping 22 October 2013
2 October 2013
We're super pleased to confirm that Eidos announced today the release date for the Wii U version of the game.
It's been a fun journey making the game and we're looking forward to seeing the reviews and players' reactions to the game.
Pony Trails crosses the million!
17 February 2013
Wow, Pony Trails has now had over 1,000,000 downloads on iOS. Check out our
Pony Trails site for more information.
Pony Trails is Updated
24 January 2013
Version 1.16 is now available with facebook integration and other goodies. Check out our
Pony Trails site for full details.
Pony Trails racks up half a Million Downloads!
14 January 2013
We're really pleased to see Pony Trails pass 500,000 downloads after just under 2 months since it's launch on iOS. Check out our
Pony Trails site for more information.
2012
Funky Barn on the eShop
6 December 2012
Funky Barn for the Wii U is now available to download from Nintendo's European eShop. We also made a few improvements to this version which are detailed on the
Funky Barn page.
MASS EFFECT 3 ON THE SHELVES
18 November 2012
We have lift off. The game is on the shelves in North America, right beside the shiny new Wii U hardware. Check it out and tell us what you think on our Straight Right Facebook page.
Funky Barn on the Shelves!
18 November 2012
Funky Barn was released today alongside Nintendo's new Wii U console. Get your hands on a copy and tell us what you think on our Funky Barn Facebook page.
Pony Trails Launches This Week!
18 November 2012
That's right... after months in the saddle we're finally ready to open the gate. Pony Trails will be available on the App Store on Thursday.
Funky Barn goes Gold!
17 October 2012
Funky Barn have just passed Nintendo of America's Lotcheck, which means it's ready for manufacture and release into eager gamers' hands!
Funky Barn on Facebook!
23 September 2012
Check out the new Funky Barn Facebook page! Like to stay up to date with all the latest on our first ever game for Wii U. click
here.
Funky Barn 3D Ships in Europe
21 September 2012
Tantalus is delighted to announce that our latest title
Funky Barn 3D for the Nintendo 3DS system has been published by Ubisoft in Europe.
Funky Barn comes to Wii U!
20 September 2012
We're absolutely thrilled to announce that Funky Barn is coming to the Wii U! It'll be a launch-window title, to be published by 505 Games. Stay tuned for more details.
Pony Trails on Facebook!
4 September 2012
For all the latest on our new game for iOS, click
here. What's not to like about ponies?
Announcing Pony Trails
21 August 2012
We're proud to announce our latest title, Pony Trails for iOS, coming soon! To be released with Chillingo, Pony Trails enables players to customise and care for their own pony and then ride it through lush environments taking photographs of local wildlife. More details to follow!
Funky Barn 3D Ships in the US
3 April 2012
Tantalus is delighted to announce that our latest title
Funky Barn 3D for the Nintendo 3DS system has been published by Ubisoft in North America. been approved by Nintendo of America and Nintendo of Europe for manufacture. The game will ship in Europe on the 21st of September.
2011
Tantalus moves office
18 December 2011
After a long tenure in the Tea House in South Melbourne, Tantalus is heading North to funky Fitzroy.
Announcing Ben 10: Galactic Racing
29 August 2011
Tantalus is proud to reveal a new title on DS. To be released in the US on the 18th of October, Ben 10 Galactic Racing is the first kart racing game set in the popular BEN 10 universe and based on the hit Cartoon Network TV series. It will be published by D3Publisher in the US and Bandai Namco in Europe.
SHIFT 2 UNLEASHED 2 OUT NOW!
4 August 2011
That's right people. You can now head to the App Store to download this handsome beast of a racing game. Could it be the most arse-kicking racer available on iOS right now? We'll let you decide. (But yes, it could be).
Tantalus at E3
7 June 2011
2011's trade show in Los Angeles will be the seventeenth E3 attended by Tantalus. This year we will be announcing a major new title, which will feature at the D3Publisher booth on the show floor. Details to follow soon. Our upcoming 3DS title will also be shown behind closed doors,. All this as we eagerly await the launch of Sony's new handheld platform and Nintendo's Wii U.
2010
Released! DreamWorks' Megamind: The Blue Defender
2 November 2010
Tantalus is happy to announce the release of our latest title on DS and PSP. Based on the universe created in Dreamworks' film, Megamind: The Blue Defender takes place just as Megamind has become our new Mega Hero and a sudden crime wave hits the city. The Doom Syndicate & their Doom Goons have emerged and are looking to take over! Only Megamind and his arsenal of gadgets can stop them!
Released! Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole
30 September 2010
Tantalus is happy to announce the release of our latest title on DS. Based on the film of the same name, Legend of the Guardians is a flight combat title with awesome 3D graphics and fast, frantic in-air battles.
Announcing Megamind!
30 September 2010
Tantalus is proud to reveal a new title on DS and PSP. To be released in the US on the 2nd of November, Megamind is based on the DreamWorks movie and will be published by our long term partner THQ.
Drift Street International coming to Europe!
30 July 2010
Tantalus is thrilled to announce its first ever game for Nintendo DSi, Drift Street International, launches in Europe on the 13th of August.
Gamers slide their tightly-tuned performance cars around challenging city streets, facing off against aggressive AI or up to four friends.
Visit
drift street international for screens and the official trailer.
Tantalus at E3
9 June 2010
2010's trade show in Los Angeles will be the sixteenth E3 attended by Tantalus. This year we will be announcing a major new title, which will feature prominently at the THQ booth on the show floor. Details to follow soon. Our upcoming DS title Legend of the Guardians will also be shown behind closed doors, while we continue to promote our DSiWare title Drift Street International. All this as we eagerly await the launch of Nintendo's new handheld platform.
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole
1 June 2010
Tantalus is happy to announce its latest DS title, Legend of the Guardians. The game is based on the upcoming Zach Snyder directed film from Warner Bros. Pictures, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures. On DS, gamers will take control of an Owl in full flight, with gameplay enhanced by an array of attack and combat moves. The title is set to release in the Fall, more details to follow.
Drift Street International Announced!
11 March 2010
Tantalus is thrilled to announce its first ever game for Nintendo DSi, Drift Street International! Gamers will slide their tightly-tuned performance cars around challenging city streets, facing off against aggressive AI or up to four friends. Coming 22 March exclusively to DSiWare!
Visit
drift street international for screens and the official trailer.
2009
Pony Friends 2 Ships!
17 November 2009
Tantalus is delighted to announce that the sequel to the million-plus selling Pony Friends is now shipping! Pony Friends 2 allows players the chance to create their perfect Pony and take part in fun activities including trail riding, racing and accessorising!
Click
here for the fabulous new Pony Friends 2 website.
Pony Friends 2 for DS, Wii and PC is out now in Europe and early in the new year in the US.
Tantalus Wins Export Award!
22 October 2009
Tantalus is pleased to announce that it won the Information and Communication Technology category at the recent Governor of Victoria Export Awards 2009. The award was given in recognition of the substantial contribution the company made to state export revenues. The Victorian award qualifies Tantalus as a finalist in the Australian Export Awards with the winners to be announced on the 20th of November. Fingers crossed!
Cars: Race-O-Rama Ships!
12 October 2009
Following the runaway success of Cars Mater-National for DS (approaching 1m units sold), Tantalus is delighted to announce the next Cars installment: Cars Race-O-Rama is available now on the DS and PSP platforms. All-new cars, locations and upgrades for Lightning McQueen makes this the best Cars experience yet on handheld! Kachow!
Cars: Race-O-Rama for DS and PSP is out now in the US, 29th of October for Australia and 30th of October for Europe.
Announcing Pony Friends 2
28 July 2009
Tantalus is happy to announce Pony Friends 2, the sequel to the million+ selling Pony Friends. Tantalus has developed Pony Friends 2 on the Wii, DS and Windows PC platforms. The games will be published by Eidos late in 2009.
More details soon!
Our CEO joins Innovation Council
28 July 2009
Tantalus CEO Tom Crago has become a member of the Information Technology Industry Innovation Council, established by the Australian Federal Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research.
Tantalus supports GCAP
28 July 2009
Tantalus is a proud supporter of the annual Australian game developers' conference, GCAP. This year the event will be held in Melbourne from 6-8 December.
For more information, visit the conference
website.
Welcome To Our New Site!
13 July 2009
It's been a few years since the last major overhaul of our website. This time around it's all about giving you easier access to news, and to information about our games (both current and past). We hope you like the new layout. Check in regularly for updates and announcements.
Announcing MX vs ATV: Reflex!
15 May 2009
Tantalus is happy to announce MX vs ATV: Reflex, the latest installment in the award winning off road racing series. Tantalus is once again developing MX vs ATV on the DS and PSP platforms. The games will be released late in 2009. More details soon!
2008
Tantalus Brisbane Studio!
14 November 2008
Tantalus today announced that it was expanding, opening a new development studio in Brisbane, Australia. The studio will be located in Kelvin Grove and will initially house one DS team. It will grow to two teams by the end of 2009. Tantalus is presently hiring for a range of positions at the new location.
Tantalus at GCAP
14 November 2008
Tantalus is proud to attend this year's Game Connect: Asia Pacific, the annual Australian game developer's conference. This year the event is being held in Brisbane, and Tantalus will be represented by 25 of its staff.
Read
more information about GCAP.
Spyro Ships!
November 2008
The latest Tantalus title on DS, The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon has shipped worldwide. The last in the trilogy, this game boasts impressive 3D flying levels, and allows gamers to play as either Spyro or Cynder.
Pony Friends Mini Breeds Ships!
September 2008
Tantalus is happy to announce that the latest game in it's highly successful 'Pony Friends' series has shipped worldwide. Pony Friends Mini Breeds is an extension of the original title, featuring all new breeds. For the first time, the game will also be available in Japan.
Tantalus hires new Managers
July 2008
Tantalus today announced the hire of Joss Ellis as Director of Development and Mat Bettinson as Business Development Manager. David Giles has been promoted to COO.
Exclusive Spyro Hands-On
June 2008
We gave Australian Gamer an exclusive hands-on with our latest title, The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon on DS.
Oz Gamer Studio Visit
June 2008
Website Australian Gamer have visited our studio and interviewed our CEO.
Announcing Spyro!
May 2008
Tantalus is happy to announce that it is in the final stages of development on The Legend of Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon for the Nintendo DS platform. Published by Sierra, the game will ship in October this year. Stay tuned for more details.
Tantalus makes Develop 100 List
April 2008
Tantalus has made Develop Magazine's Top 100 worldwide developer list.
Top 100 Tantalus
April 2008
Recently announced worldwide sales figures show that all three titles developed by Tantalus last year rank among the top 100 selling games of the year. Pony Friends, MX vs ATV and Cars all make the cut, which is a remarkable achievement!
Tantalus at GDC
February 2008
Tantalus was a major sponsor of the Australian game developers function at this year's Game Developer's Conference in San Francisco.
TG: Downforce is Coming...
February 2008
Following on from a successful release in Japan, TG: Downforce on DS will be released in the US and Europe in the first half of this year.
MX vs ATV wins IGN Award!
January 2008
Our latest MX vs ATV game on PSP has just won the IGN Game of the Month award.
Click
here to read all about it.
2007
Cars on the shelves!
November 2007
Tantalus is happy to announce that it's new title Cars: Mater National has shipped on DS and GBA.
MX vs ATV: Untamed ready to take off!
November 2007
Tantalus has completed work on the PSP and DS SKUS of MX vs ATV: Untamed. These titles follow on from the success of the award winning MX vs ATV: On the Edge, and will be released with THQ later in 2007.
Tantalus a major sponsor at GCAP
October 2007
Tantalus is happy to announce its sponsorship of the annual Game Connect: Asia Pacific conference to be held this month in Melbourne.
Our CEO interviewed for Valley Beat
October 2007
Tom Crago was interviewed at GDC by the San Francisco based 'Valley Beat'.
Click
here to watch.
Tantalus CEO Interview
October 2007
Tantalus CEO Tom Crago recently gave an extensive interview on radio show Tek Time.
Game Connect: Asia Pacific
September 2008
Tantalus is proud to once again be associated with the annual Australian Game Developer's Conference.
For more information click
here.
Cars goes into submission!
August 2007
Cars: Mater-National Championship has gone into Nintendo submission on DS and GBA. The game will be released later this year.
Tantalus set to develop MX vs ATV sequel!
July 2007
Tantalus is happy to announce that it has once again partnered with THQ and Rainbow Studios to develop a sequel to the hugely successful MX vs ATV: On the Edge. The new game, entitled MX vs ATV: Untamed, will be developed by Tantalus for the PSP and DS. It will be released in 2008.
Tom Crago talks Pony Friends
May 2007
Tantalus' CEO, gave a GDC interview talking about the recent DS release; Pony Friends.
Pony Friends ships
May 2007
Pony Friends has shipped throughout Europe on the DS. Published by Eidos, the game will be released in the US and Australia later this month.
Video Games in the News
April 2007
Tantalus CEO Tom Crago was recently interviewed for a video game feature on Australian current affairs show the 7.30 Report.
You can read a transcript of the segment
here.
Tantalus Announces Cars DS title!
April 2007
Tantalus is happy to announce that it is in development on a new DS title based around the highly successful Disney-Pixar film Cars. 'Cars Mater-National' will be published by THQ and will ship later in 2007.
Pony Friends Site Live
April 2007
Tantalus at GDC
March 2007
Tantalus is proud to be a sponsor of the 'Great Aussie BBQ III' at this years Game Developer's Conference in San Francisco. The annual event plays host to Australian game developers and international publishers and media.
New Pony Friends Screens!
March 2007
Click
here to check out the new slate of in-game screens from our up coming DS title Pony Friends.
Our CEO becomes GDAA President
February 2007
Tantalus CEO Tom Crago has become the President of the Game Developer's Association of Australia.
2006
MX vs ATV Wins Award
December 2006
Tantalus title MX vs ATV: On the Edge on PSP has won the award for Best Handheld Game at the annual Australian Game Developers' Association Awards.
Announcing Pony Friends!
November 2006
Tantalus is happy to announce it's latest DS title Pony Friends, to be released worldwide by Eidos in 2007. Exclusive to the DS, the game will allow players to personalise and care for their very own pony.
Payload goes live
October 2006
The long anticipated Tantalus N-Gage title Payload is available now!
Tantalus appoints Dev Director
October 2006
Tantalus is happy to announce the appointment of David Giles as Director of Development. David formerly held this position at Atari Melbourne House, and most recently was Head of School at Melbourne's Academy of Interactive Entertainment.
Tantalus announces Trick Star!
May 2006
Tantalus is proud to announce that Trick Star will ship on the GBA in Summer 2006. The game, an all-original Tantalus title, will be published worldwide by Oxygen interactive.
Top Gear site goes live
May 2006
Check out the new website for Top Gear: Downforce. You'll find a feature list, car renders, and a brand new movie.
Tantalus at E3
May 2006
Tantalus is well represented at this year's E3 trade show.
Announcing Top Gear: Downforce!
April 2006
Tantalus is delighted to announce that it is developing Top Gear: Downforce for the DS platform. The game will be published by Kemco and will be released late in 2006.
SpongeBob ships on PSP
March 2006
Tantalus is happy to announce that our newest PSP title SpongeBob SquarePants: The Yellow Avenger shipped today in North America.
MX wins IGN Award
March 2006
MX vs ATV: On the Edge has just been awarded the prestigious IGN Game of the Month Award!
Click
here to read all about it.
Payload site is Live
March 2006
MX scores high on IGN
March 2006
The new Tantalus PSP title MX vs ATV: On the Edge was reviewed today on IGN. The game was given an 8.3/10.
Read
the full MX vs ATV review at IGN.
2005
Tantalus announces new PSP title!
December 2005
Tantalus is happy to announce that it is developing MX vs ATV Unleashed: On the Edge for Sony's PlayStation Portable. The project is a collaboration with Rainbow Studios, and will be released by THQ early in 2006.
Tantalus at AGDC
December 2005
Today marks the start of the annual Australian Game Developer's Conference. Tantalus will once again be represented at the conference, held this year at Federation Square in Melbourne.
SpongeBob coming to PSP
December 2005
Having successfully shipped SpongeBob SquarePants: The Yellow Avenger on DS, Tantalus is happy to announce that the game will also be making its way onto PSP early in 2006.
SpongeBob ships!
November 2005
SpongeBob SquarePants: The Yellow Avenger shipped today for Nintendo's DS platform.
SpongeBob Coming to DS!
November 2005
Tantalus is pleased to announce its partnership with THQ and Nickelodeon to develop an all new SpongeBob title for Nintendo's DS. The game will be on the shelves later this month.
Anaka to Air on Nickelodeon Network
July 2005
The Tantalus short film Anaka has been selected to air on Nicktoons in August. American viewers can tune in on Friday August 26 at 9pm (PDT). The program was also simulcast on nicktoons.nick.com.
Anaka Selected for Film Festivals
July 2005
The Tantalus short film Anaka has been selected to appear in the Nicktoons Nextoons and Fantoche international film festivals.
State of the Handheld Industry
July 2005
Tantalus CEO Tom Crago features in this round table discussion of the state of the handheld video game industry.
Top Gear Rally Exposed
July 2005
Dissecta at ACMI present "Top Gear Rally Exposed" on Tuesday 12th July. Tom Crago, John Szoke and Paul Seedy discuss the game, art, programming and production of Tantalus' 2003 hit game.
E3 a Success
June 2005
Tantalus has returned from E3 pronouncing the show a great success. N-Gage title Payload featured prominently at the Nokia booth, and the Tantalus Meeting Room and Display Pod remained a hive of activity throughout the three days of the show.
Tantalus at E3
May 2005
Tantalus is off to E3 as part of the biggest ever Australian game industry contingent.
Anaka at St Kilda Film Festival
May 2005
Our short film Anaka has been selected to appear in the St Kilda Short Film Festival later this month! Its selection in this prestigious festival is recognition of the films status as one of the countrys finest in its genre.
Metal Shell PSP
May 2005
Tantalus today announced that its original IP Metal Shell is destined for the PSP platform in 2006. Originally conceived for PS2 and Xbox, Metal Shell is now being developed for handheld.
Tantalus Announces Anaka
May 2005
Tantalus today announced Anaka, a ground-breaking title for Nintendo DS. This new IP has come to life initially as a short film, developed in partnership with Melbourne studio Act 3 Animation.
Tantalus off to GDC
March 2005
Tantalus will be well represented at this years GDC. The company will showcase preliminary work on DS and PSP, and will continue to promote Payload on N-Gage.
Payload Website
February 2005
The preliminary Nokia n-gage website for the game is now live!
Payload Announced
January 2005
Tantalus and Nokia today announced that they are partnering to develop Payload, a first-party title that is exclusive to N-Gage. The announcement came at a Press event in Whistler, Canada.
Tantalus on DS and PSP
January 2005
Tantalus today confirmed that it has high profile titles in development for both Nintendo DS and Sony PlayStation Portable. Announcements regarding all titles will be made later in the year. Tantalus continues to support GBA and the current generation of handhelds.
2004
Tantalus at AGDC
December 2004
Tantalus was well represented at the 6th annual Australian Game Developers Conference in Melbourne. See the media section of this site for the Press Release.
Polar & Jimmy in Stores
November 2004
Both games are now available. Check out the
Polar and
Jimmy sections of this site for info, screenshots and movies.
Jimmy & Polar approved by Nintendo!
October 2004
The Polar Express and Jimmy Neutron: Attack of the Twonkies have both been approved for manufacture by Nintendo. they're due to hit the shelves in November.
Tantalus at EGN Show in London
September 2004
Tantalus attended EGN along with several other Australian game developers.
Tantalus Turns 10!
August 2004
Tantalus celebrated its 10th birthday this month with a bash at our studio in the Tea House building. A great night, and a lot of blue Tantalus cocktails, was had by all.
Progress on Jimmy & Polar
June 2004
Jimmy Neutron and The Polar Express are getting close to completion on GBA. Jimmy will ship in July, while The Polar Express will be out in time for the release of the film later this year.
Tantalus opens Malaysian studio
May 2004
Tantalus today announced that it had opened a development studio in Kuala Lumpur in partnership with Malaysian company eTouch Globiz. Tantalus Asia will focus on developing games for wireless devices, several of which are already in production.
Trick Star among the best of E3
May 2004
IGN today named Trick Star among the best GBA racers on show at E3
Two more GBA titles for 2004
May 2004
In conjunction with publisher THQ, we are please to announce that we will be shipping 2 more big GBA titles in 2004; Jimmy Neutron: Attack of the Twonkies, and The Polar Express.
Tantalus announces Trick Star for E3!
May 2004
Trick Star is our latest GBA title, developed in-house to our own design. It makes its debut at this year's E3. Visit
the Trick Star website for screens, movies and more.
Unreal 2
March 2004
Unreal 2 is still in the X-Box charts.
TGR wins IGN Game of the Year
February 2004
IGN announced today that Top Gear Rally had won its award for the Best GBA Racer of 2004. Monster Truck Madness, also developed by Tantalus, was a finalist in the same category.
Unreal 2 ships!
February 2004
Unreal 2 has shipped on X-Box and has bone straight into the Top 5 on the X-Box charts.
2003
Polar Express Announced
December 2003
THQ and Tantalus today announced their partnership to develop a GBA title based upon the upcoming feature film 'Polar Express' starring Tom Hanks. Both the movie and game will be released late in 2004.
Unreal 2 for Q1 2004
November 2003
Publisher Atari today announced that Unreal 2 on X-Box will ship in Q1 2004.
Top Gear Rally Wins Top Prize
November 2003
At today's annual Australian Game Development Awards Tantalus took the top honour of 'Best Game' for its title Top Gear Rally.
Tantalus Fires up for AGDC
November 2003
Tantalus will be well represented at this year's anual Australian Game Developer's Conference to be held in Melbourne, Australia.