 | Release Dates | May 25, 2009 (Brazil) November 14, 2009 (Mexico) |
| Shutdown/Delisting | September 30, 2011 - Store Closed | |
| Developer | Numerous Zeebo Inc |
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| Publisher | Numerous Zeebo Inc |
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| Available On | Retail Zeebo hardware (included content varies) |
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| Links | Zeebo Inc homepage [Archive] Wikipedia page |
Delisting
Zeebo Inc. announced in May of 2011 that due to a strategic realignment of their business the Zeebo console, a digital-only set-top box targeted at emerging markets like South America and Mexico, would be discontinued later that year. The company’s efforts to support the platform and the development of new titles through Zeebo Interactive Studios would also come to a close. The 3G service known as ZeeboNet would remain active until September 30th, 2011 at which point the online store would be closed and content would no longer be available.
Due to the strategic realignment of Zeebo Inc.’s businesses, the operations of Zeebo Brasil and Zeebo Interactive Studios will be discontinued in the country.
Zeebo is grateful for the great support of Brazilian consumers for the system, content and services offered since the product’s launch. The call center and warranty and maintenance services will be maintained as determined by Brazilian law. The online store will be open until September 30, 2011. From now until that date, special prices will be in place to offer Zeebo owners the opportunity to purchase new titles for their system at reduced prices.Content purchased by Zeebo users will remain active and available on the system for use at any time.
Zeebo Inc announcement, May 2011
Along with educational apps and curated web links, the Zeebo offered nearly 60 games from publishers like Activision, Capcom, Digital Chocolate, Disney Interactive Studios, Electronic Arts, Gamevil, Glu, id Software, Namco, Popcap, and many more. These releases were often adapted from other mobile versions (Android and iOS) or handheld consoles but several were exclusive to the Zeebo. As a digital-only console whose games were exclusively distributed via the ZeeboNet service, all of the content for the Zeebo is considered extinct. Only content that had been downloaded to the Zeebo’s 1 gigabyte internal storage or moved onto an SD Card before September 30th, 2011 remains accessible today.
Below is Zeebo Inc’s description of the platform, its features, and a list from Wikipedia of all games for the platform. We have also created a playlist of several videos showing off Zeebo’s games, the user interface, and its apps including social media, chat, and web browsing functionality. Individual pages for Zeebo titles will not be added to the site at this time.
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Zeebo Games
| Title | Brazil Release | Mexico Release |
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| Action Hero 3D: Wild Dog | May 25, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Alien Breaker Deluxe | May 20, 2010 | May 20, 2010 |
| Alice in Wonderland: An Adventure Beyond the Mirror (Alice no País das Maravilhas) | November 9, 2010 | November 9, 2010 |
| Alpine Racer | May 25, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Armageddon Squadron | September 28, 2009 | September 28, 2009 |
| Bad Dudes (Bad Dudes Vs. DragonNinja) | July 27, 2010 | July 27, 2010 |
| Bejeweled Twist | September 29, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Brain Challenge (Treino Cerebral) | May 25, 2009 | N/A |
| Caveman Ninja (Joe & Mac) | April 16, 2010 | Mar 31, 2010 |
| Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart 3D | May 25, 2009 | Nov 4, 2009 |
| Dark Seal (Gate of Doom) | May 4, 2010 | May 4, 2010 |
| Disney's All Star Cards | September 21, 2010 | September 21, 2010 |
| Double Dragon | May 25, 2009 | Nov 4, 2009 |
| FIFA 09 | May 25, 2009 | N/A |
| Galaxy on Fire | October 8, 2009 | Nov 4, 2009 |
| Heavy Barrel | July 27, 2010 | July 27, 2010 |
| Heavy Weapon | December 16, 2009 | December 23, 2009 |
| Iron Sight | September 28, 2009 | September 28, 2009 |
| Karnov's Revenge (Fighter's History) | April 16, 2010 | April 13, 2010 |
| Magical Drop III | April 22, 2010 | April 22, 2010 |
| Need for Speed Carbon: Own the City | May 25, 2009 | N/A |
| Pac-Mania | June 16, 2009 | November 4, 2010 |
| Peggle | March 9, 2010 | March 9, 2010 |
| Powerboat Challenge | October 12, 2010 | October 12, 2010 |
| Prey Evil | May 25, 2009 | N/A |
| Quake | May 25, 2009 | N/A |
| Quake II | May 25, 2009 | N/A |
| Raging Thunder II | December 7, 2010 | December 7, 2010 |
| Rally Master Pro | December 21, 2009 | December 23, 2009 |
| Reckless Racing | November 3, 2010 | N/A |
| Resident Evil 4: Zeebo Edition | August 11, 2009 | N/A |
| Ridge Racer | August 11, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Spinmaster | April 16, 2010 | March 31, 2010 |
| Street Slam (Street Hoop) | April 16, 2010 | March 31, 2010 |
| Super Burger Time | April 16, 2010 | April 13, 2010 |
| Tekken 2 | October 8, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Tork and Kral | November 16, 2010 | November 16, 2010 |
| Toy Raid | March 9, 2010 | March 8, 2010 |
| Turma da Mônica em Vamos Brincar nº 1 | December 21, 2010 | N/A |
| Ultimate Chess 3D | December 9, 2009 | December 9, 2009 |
| Un Juego de Huevos (Um Jogo de Ovos) | April 12, 2010 | August 24, 2010 |
| Wizard Fire (Dark Seal II) | April 16, 2010 | April 15, 2010 |
| Zeebo Extreme: Baja | October 31, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Zeebo Extreme: Bóia Cross (Acqua Ride) | December 21, 2009 | December 23, 2009 |
| Zeebo Extreme: Corrida Aérea (Air Race) | September 29, 2009 | December 7, 2009 |
| Zeebo Extreme: Jetboard | December 21, 2009 | July 21, 2010 |
| Zeebo Extreme: Rolimã (Ruleman) | August 15, 2009 | December 8, 2009 |
| Zeebo Family Pack | September 29, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Zeebo F.C. Foot Camp | June 2, 2010 | June 2, 2010 |
| Zeebo F.C. Super League | December 22, 2010 | December 22, 2010 |
| Zeebo Sports Peteca (Zeebo Sports Badminton) | May 11, 2010 | November 1, 2010 |
| Zeebo Sports Queimada (Zeebo Sports Quemado) | February 5, 2010 | November 1, 2010 |
| Zeebo Sports Tênis (tennis) | October 15, 2009 | November 1, 2010 |
| Zeebo Sports Vôlei (volleyball) | December 14, 2009 | November 1, 2010 |
| Zeeboids | June 2, 2010 | June 2, 2010 |
| Zenonia | October 31, 2009 | November 4, 2009 |
| Zuma's Revenge | July 14, 2010 | July 14, 2010 |
About the Platform
From zeeboinc.com: The Zeebo is the world’s first 3G-enabled interactive entertainment and education system, designed expressly for families in emerging global markets. Leveraging broadband wireless networks and increasingly powerful mobile device technology, the Zeebo opens a new world of learning, fun and connection. Families can download and run educational applications, go online and visit websites, purchase and play games and other content, send email and join social networks, all from home with unprecedented ease and convenience.
- Instant set-up and operation
- Wide range of education and entertainment content
- Automatically connects to ZeeboNet 3G network
- Wireless content purchase and download
- Internet connectivity for browsing, social networking and more
- Keyboard and controller included
- Automatic over-the-air upgrades
The Zeebo system delivers the ultimate in simplicity and ease of operation. Everything just works. Plug it in, hook it up to a TV set and begin. The Zeebo automatically connects to the ZeeboNet Wireless Network, with no subscription or contract needed. The user interface is self-explanatory. Adults and kids of all ages can jump in and start using it right out of the box.
The Zeebo takes advantage of 3G wireless networks, which are spreading rapidly worldwide even in areas where wired broadband is scarce or unavailable. Users who were “off the grid,” can now reap all the benefits of connectivity. They can download content and applications, visit websites, send email and access social media, any time they like.
In an increasingly conservation-conscious world, the Zeebo is a big energy saver. It consumes roughly 1.5 watts when active—many times lower than computers and other electronic systems.