Blitz 1UP, an initiative run by UK developer Blitz Arcade, announces the release of word puzzle game KrissX on PC and Facebook, and have partnered with Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. for the release on XBLA. KrissX (pronounced ‘kriss cross’), developed by Regolith Games Ltd., is a casual puzzle game designed to test your vocabulary and brain power to their limits with a plethora of mind-bending word games.

Help Wordsworth the Owl on his mission to solve jumbled word puzzles by following clues and swapping letters around. With over 3,500 words to unscramble and a variety of game styles including Quests, Time Attack Mode and Timeless Play, there is endless replay value. Uncomplicated controls mean instant pick up and play appeal so it’s an interactive and fun gaming experience for players of all ages.

Decipher brainteasers and test your knowledge with a host of great features:

• 150 vibrant levels to master at your own pace in Quest Mode
• Beat the clock in Time Attack mode
• If you’re successful you’ll be rewarded with badges and high scores
• Huge numbers of bonuses to unlock to complete your collection of badges
• The option to challenge family and friends with puzzles of your own creation
• Unique puzzles every time you play - never play the same game twice.

“Regolith have created a charming game with KrissX. I've found that its soothing and progressive gameplay gently lures you in and will literally keep players entertained for hours!” says Chris Swan, Blitz Arcade’s Business Development Manager. “Likewise I'm delighted that we have a high profile company such as Konami partnering with us for the XBLA version of KrissX, so that they could lend their expertise to the project.”

KrissX (pronounced ‘kriss cross’) from Blitz 1UP partnered with Konami Digital Entertainment and developer Rogolith Games launches for the Xbox LIVE Arcade on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 for 800 Microsoft Points and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.