Serious Parody is treating Wrestling Manager as a premium product on the App Store. The game is priced at £6.99, but SP has updated, improved and engaged with users since the launch in November 2011, to build value and ensure that players are happy with the game and that problems and concerns are addressed in the regular updates. In game purchases provide the company with an additional revenue stream and ensure that keen players can satisfy their drop-kicking desires as and when they umm, desire.
As it stands today, the game has picked up a loyal following and favourable reviews from critics and players alike (25 five star ratings on the app store). For a first product, Serious Parody has seems to have found a dedicated and active niche and are making their players happy.
You can even follow the updates to the game and get insight into the company’s plans for Wrestling Manager over on the Wrestling Manager blog. It’s very good. We wish more developers would do something like this…
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