Zynga brings Warner’s Wonka film into Words With Friends 2
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Zynga and Warner Bros. Pictures are merging two entertainment worlds in an unlikely match. Zynga, a division of Take-Two Interactive, will insert Wonka characters into its Words With Friends 2 game.
It’s part of a promo of the holiday film Wonka, starring Timothée Chalamet as the titular character.
This partnership promises players an immersive peek into the magical universe of Wonka through exclusive in-game challenges, rewards, and movie-related content.
The film tells the journey of the world’s greatest inventor, magician, and chocolate maker who ultimately becomes Willy Wonka. Introducing a blend of familiar faces, fresh characters, and inventions, the film unfurls the tale of a young Willy Wonka, brimming with inventive ideas and a mission to transform the world, one delicious bite at a time. The film’s limited-time in-game integration commences today, heralding surprises for Words With Friends 2 players.
Within Words With Friends 2, a customized avatar portraying Chalamet’s Wonka invites players into his whimsical realm for chocolate-themed Friendly Faceoff word games.
Winning two games against this candy maker earns players an exclusive Wonka-themed frame for a player profile. The Word of the Day will be “Chocolatier.”
Yaron Leyvand, executive vice president of games at Zynga, said in a statement, “Zynga is excited to continue our ten-year history of successful collaboration with Warner Bros. by bringing the world of Wonka to players in Words With Friends and other titles across our portfolio. We’re always looking for new ways to bring engaging experiences to our players, and inviting our
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