December 25, 2011

Don't Fall Off by Electronic Arts


(4/5) Don't Fall Off for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is an endless tilt-controlled game. You control a circular chipmunk by tilting your device left or right. The chipmunk is on a paper boat in a river, and the boat tilts along with the chipmunk. The graphics are very smooth, with a cartoony style, and retina display support. There are many different places in the world that are reachable by staying on the boat long enough. The music sounds great with the game. It doesn't make you tense, like some other endless game music does. Don't Fall Off is great for train rides, car rides, plane rides, etc. It is available on the app store for $0.99.http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dont-fall-off/id435767277?mt=8

December 24, 2011

Securis by PRNDL Dev Studios

(4.8/5) Securis for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very handy app to store your passwords. The user interface is very simple and easy to navigate, all while looking nice. You can store passwords for almost anything, like your bank account or email. In order to access all of your passwords, you must know a master password, which you can change if you so desire. The app will also generate passwords for you, in case you are having trouble thinking of a password. Securis is a great utility to have if you forget your passwords, or have too many to remember. Securis is available on the app store for $4.99. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/securis/id392732678?mt=8

December 22, 2011

Catch the Candy by Bulkypix

(3.8/5) Catch the Candy for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch is a very easy game. The game itself is a good concept, with good controls, graphics, and music. You control a little monster's tongue by tapping, and eventually getting a peppermint to complete each level. The game is very short, and I was able to complete the easy, medium, and hard sections all in about  hour total. The game is very kid-friendly, and is great for young children to play. Overall, Catch the Candy is good to try if you have kids, or are bored and have $0.99 to spend. Catch the Candy is available on the app store now. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/catch-the-candy/id429655309?mt=8

November 30, 2011

Holiday Havoc by Underground Pixel







(4.7/5) Holiday Havoc for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a holiday-themed arcade game featuring Santa Clause. Holiday Havoc has amazing retro-styled graphics and music, and enjoyable gameplay. You control Santa by tapping the screen where you want to launch a snowball to. You must use these snowballs to stop evil nutcrackers and teddy bears, while avoiding hitting any elves. The game is very fun, and will be great for your family to play during this Winter, and even during the other seasons too! Holiday Havoc will be available on December 1st for $0.99.

November 20, 2011

Minions by Villain LLC

(4.6/5) Minions by Villain LLC is an enjoyable first-person shooter with amazing graphics. You control a mad scientist whose minions are trying to gain power by overthrowing him. The main character is controlled with a virtual joystick, and shooting/aiming is managed by a virtual joystick on the opposite side of the movement stick. The graphics are in beautiful retina-display 3D, and the music is non-existent except for the main menu. Overall, Minions is a good FPS for people new to the genre. However, if you are a hardcore FPS player, I would pass. Minions is available on the App Store for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id444404817?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4

November 2, 2011

Genesis of War by Krehol Games

(4.2/5) Genesis of War for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a side-scrolling shoot-em up game. You control a special forces unit that has been sent to the foreign planet Zeebos. The controls aren't the best I've seen on an iOS game, but they work they way they are supposed to. The graphics are okay, with non-animated sprites as the characters and enemies. However, the soundtrack is great, and makes the game more enjoyable. The gun upgrade system provides some help on the more difficult levels in the game. Genesis of War is a great time-waster. I found myself playing the game for a long time before stopping, and in my opinion, Genesis of War is worth the $1.99 asking price. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/gow/id462030771?mt=8

October 30, 2011

iSplitGas by Creative Ethers

(3.4/5) iSplitGas for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a utility app that can help you save money. In the app, you can enter in your average MPG, distance driven, price of gas, # of passengers, and the final result of how much each passenger owes you. The user interface is very simple, with one screen with a background, which helps the app aesthetically. There is also a screen with settings, and a spot to leave your feedback on the app. Overall, this is a good app to have if you own a car and use it a lot. The app is completely free, so why not check it out? http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/isplitgas/id458013733?mt=8

October 21, 2011

Mage Gauntlet by Rocketcat Games

(4.9/5) Mage Gauntlet for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a retro-styled action RPG. In the game, you control Lexi, a young girl with a curse that prevents her from using magical items and spells. She travels to a wizard named Whitebeard's tower to find a way to cure herself. The wizard provides her with a magical gauntlet that allows her to finally use magic, a sword, a cloak, and a ring. You must guide Lexi on her quest to save the land from the evil lord Hurgoth. The game has 16-bit graphics, similar to games from the series, "The Legend of Zelda." The environments are detailed and fun to explore and discover secrets. The developers really paid attention to the controls, with a joystick that appears wherever you tap on the screen, and disappears when you lift your finger from the screen. There is a button for attacking and dashing, and spells have a special menu in which you can choose what spell to use. Overall, Mage Gauntlet is one of the best action RPGs out there. The game is full of action and plenty of levels, and is definitely worth the $1.99 it is on sale for. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mage-gauntlet/id460697573?mt=8

October 18, 2011

Squids by The Game Bakers

(4.3/5) Squids for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a turn-based game. You control a team of squids with different abilities. You control the squids in the levels by dragging on the squid and releasing your finger, which launches the squid at enemies. There are a variety of squids to choose from, and each squid has unique abilities to help defeat enemies. The graphics are vivid and amazingly detailed, and the menus are easy to navigate. The music is upbeat and doesn't distract from the gameplay. Squids is available now for $0.99 on the app store. http://itunes.apple.com/app/squids/id467904350?mt=8

October 2, 2011

Aralon: Sword and Shadow HD by Crescent Moon Games

(4.9/5) Aralon: Sword and Shadow HD for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a 3D RPG. The graphics in Aralon are absolutely amazing. The landscape is detailed, and NPCs have details even on their facial features. The controls are pretty standard, with a virtual joystick, and two buttons for attacking and defending. The storyline is a good one, but Aralon allows you to freeroam, or explore the lands while ignoring your quests. For $4.99, Aralon: Sword and Shadow HD is not a game you want to miss. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/aralon-sword-and-shadow-hd/id399045373?mt=8

September 24, 2011

Flybird by Krehol Games

(3.6/5) Flybird for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a fun game in which you control "Tweety" the bird. You control Tweety by tapping on the screen of your device with one finger, which will make you bounce up. You must continue to tap, as you will fall soon after bouncing. While bouncing and falling, you must avoid enemies such as other birds and boomerangs, while collecting coins to gain power-ups like fireballs. You can unlock other birds to play as, and each has its own unique abilities. The graphics are retro-styled, and the game has chiptune music and sound effects (they sound as if they were taken directly from a game boy game, but they weren't). Flybird is an entertaining game, but it isn't the best. If it sounds like it's your cup of tea, Flybird is available on the app store for $0.99. http://itunes.apple.com/app/flybird/id448834665?mt=8

Doodle Submarine Commander by Mathias Tauber

(2.7/5) Doodle Submarine Commander for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very simple arcade game. The gameplay is very slow, and can get boring very fast. The music is good, but it loops over and over again. The controls are very easy to use, as the left and right virtual buttons are big and responsive. The graphics are nice, and the character animations go frame by frame, to make the game seem more "old fashioned." Overall, Doodle Submarine Commander is a better game for children than adults. If you have young children and a spare $0.99, Doodle Submarine Commander is available on the app store for you to download. http://itunes.apple.com/app/doodle-submarine-commander/id448880817?mt=8

September 12, 2011

ArkanoArena by Sketch Games

(4.2/5) ArkanoArena for iPhone and iPod Touch (3rd gen and up) is a remake of the classic game Arkanoid. You control a board that must bounce a ball to ricochet off walls and destroy blocks. The controls are simple, you just swipe to move your board. The graphics are amazing on the retina display of the iPod Touch 4G, and is great even without the retina display. The game is a great deal at $1.99. http://itunes.apple.com/app/arkanoarena-for-iphone/id452680768

September 11, 2011

Edge Extended by Mobigame

(4.7/5) Edge Extended for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a game that is very exciting to play. The game is a revamped version of Edge, one of Mobigame's previous titles. There is a new 3D engine incorporated in the game, new enemies, and a framerate of 60 FPS. You control a cube that must get through levels without falling into the abyss. You can collect prisms along the way to get a better score at the end of each level. Overall, the game is a great successor to Edge, and is worth the $2.99. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/edge-extended/id455112100?mt=8

September 10, 2011

Pocket RPG iPhone Edition by Crescent Moon Games

(5/5) Pocket RPG iPhone Edition for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a simple and action-filled RPG. You control one of three characters, each having unique attacks, weapons, and abilities. You move around the multiple dungeons with an analog stick, and attack with a button. The game has small RPG elements like leveling up and weapons with different attributes, but doesn't have too many of these elements. The game is a great hack-and slash/RPG mix, and looks amazing with the retina display and 3D graphics. Pick up this amazing game now for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/app/pocket-rpg-iphone-edition/id458082079?mt=8

September 1, 2011

Terror and War by Small Gaming

(4.1/5) Terror and War for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very nice-looking and entertaining overhead shooter. You control a plane that must defend Earth against invading aliens. You control your plane, which auto-fires, by placing your finger on the screen. The ship will then move to where your finger has been placed. The graphics are nice, with 2D sprites and background. The game is overall a very good shmup, and worth checking out for just $0.99. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/terror-and-war/id417601972?mt=8

August 27, 2011

Parallax by Canupa

4.2/5- Parallax for the iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad is a very retro-styled shoot-‘em-up game. In it, you control an unnamed spaceship that is on an intergalactic journey. However, aliens have attacked, and you must fight back. You control your auto-firing ship by sliding your finger anywhere on the screen, and the ship will follow. Aliens will die in one hit most of the time, and you die in two hits. The graphics have an 8-bit style, similar to games from the 1980’s. Overall, Parallax is a great retro game for $0.99. http://itunes.apple.com/app/parallax/id445444981?mt=8

August 25, 2011

Zen Wars by Subzero.eu

(3.6/5) Zen Wars for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a simple strategy game. You must control and build cannons and walls to defeat the enemy. The graphics have a Japanese style, with comic-book cutscenes. The game is split into two segments- build, and attack. You must tap on enemies to launch cannonballs in that direction. Most enemies take a few hits to defeat, and once you defeat every enemy, you are able to repair your defenses. The game is great for long lines and car rides, but I wouldn't consider it a pick-up-and play game. Zen wars is currently $1.99 on the app store, available worldwide. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/zen-wars/id344115274?mt=8

August 24, 2011

Rogue Sky by Chillingo Ltd

(4.2/5) Rogue Sky for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a game in which you control a hot air balloon. On your journey, you will encounter enemies and coins that will help fix your balloon. The controls are similar to one of Chillingo's previous titles, Dream Track Nation. The two on-screen buttons move your balloon left and right when you press either of the two buttons. The graphics are amazing, with a three-dimensional feel. The music is eerie, which fits together with the games "Halloween" style. Rogue Sky is very fun, and there is sure to be updates with more features. For now, it it at the launch price of $0.99, so get it while it's hot! http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rogue-sky/id434614674?mt=8

Dream Track Nation by Chillingo Ltd

(4.6/5) Dream Track Nation for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very entertaining driving game. You must control one of many unlockable vehicles, and get to the finish line at the end of each level. The car is controlled by two virtual buttons, one for reverse, and one for forward. The controls are great, and the graphics have a nice style to them. The music fits well with the graphics, and is nice to listen to. The physics in each level is similar to other racing games like Jellycar (Free) with some minor improvements on the amount of control you have of your car. Dream Track Nation has an amazing level editor, in which you may create and share levels online. Overall, the game is very enjoyable in almost all aspects of the gameplay, and it's worth checking out for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dream-track-nation/id410013652?mt=8

August 23, 2011

Hook Worlds by Rocketcat Games

(5/5) Hook Worlds for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is another fun grappling hook game by Rocketcat Games. In Hook Worlds, you can travel between four different and unique worlds. You can play as an adventurer, pirate, gnome, or 8-bit adventurer. Each character has unique abilities and hats (The only upgradeable armor) that you can use and equip. All of the characters, however, have the ability to jump and use a grappling hook. The controls are simple and easy to use, and the game has an endless amount of replay value. Hook Worlds is definitely worth the $0.99 it costs, and then some. It is available on the iTunes app store now. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hook-worlds/id407526767?mt=8

Trainyard by Matt Rix


(3.7/5) Trainyard for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very innovative puzzle game. You must build train tracks on a grid in order to allow colored trains to reach the station. The puzzles start out easy, but the difficulty quickly ramps up. The controls have no problems, and the tutorials are very helpful. There are tons of levels, with more on the way. The music fits perfectly with the game's dark look. Trainyard is definitely worth checking out, and it is available on the app store for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/trainyard/id348719156?mt=8

Reckless Getaway by Polarbit

(4.7/5) Reckless Getaway for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very entertaining racing game. You control a bank robber as he drives to safety from police that are in pursuit. The controls are very smooth, with both touch and tilt options. The graphics are amazing, even on older devices. The 3D style works perfectly, and the music is pleasing to the ears. The game is being updated with more and more levels, which adds to the fun. Check out the game on the app store for the price of $2.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/reckless-getaway/id447149103?mt=8

August 21, 2011

Disc Drivin' by Pixelocity Software

(5/5) Disc Drivin' for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a turn-based racing game involving discs. You flick your disc across floating 3D racetracks, aiming to get to the finish line before your opponent. The game has multiple game modes. You can play with friends, random online, or pass-and-play. The controls are smooth, and the graphics are pleasing to the eye. You can customize your disc to make it look the way you want it, and others will be able to see your custom discs. There is a chat feature, so you can chat with the person you are racing while you wait for them to make their move. Disc Drivin' is one of the best multiplayer games on any iDevice, and you should definitely check it out. For the amount of content and replayability you receive, it is definitely worth the $1.99 it costs. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/disc-drivin/id402379680?mt=8

Bean's Quest by Kumobius

(4.5/5) Bean's Quest for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very fun and colorful platformer game. You control Emilio, the bean, in a quest to save both his girlfriend and his pet axolotls. Emilio automatically jumps, so all you need to do is tap and hold on either side of your device, and Emilio will move in that direction. The 16-bit graphics fit perfectly with the music and gameplay. There aren't very many levels currently, but more worlds will be added in future updates. Until the game receives an update with more levels, $2.99 is a very high asking price. However, once more levels are added, it'll be well worth the money. Bean's Quest is available now on the app store. http://itunes.apple.com/app/beans-quest/id449069244?mt=8

Ninja Fishing by Gamenauts

(3.4/5) Ninja fishing for iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very colorful fishing game. You control an overweight ninja that is out to catch his lunch. The controls are simple and intuitive, as you tilt during the first segment and swipe during the second. You tilt to control the line as it travels deeper into the water. Once your hook snags a fish, the line starts rising. You must tilt to snag more and more fish, until your line reaches the top of the water. Then the game transfers you to a Fruit Ninja ($0.99) lookalike segment. You slice the fish when the fly into the air, and try to avoid slicing dynamite. You can upgrade many elements, such as your line length and katana strength. The game can get old fast though, because there is not much variety between levels. Overall, the game is worth a try, and is available for $0.99 on the app store. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ninja-fishing/id445283501?mt=8

August 17, 2011

iBlast Moki 2 by Godzilab

(5/5) iBlast Moki 2 for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is the sequel to the award winning puzzle game, iBlast Moki. The game itself has beautiful graphics, and extremely fun and easy gameplay. The graphics have a cartoony style, much like the first in the series. There are a lot of levels, with more to come in future free updates. The game has many improvements from the first, adding many new game elements (which therefore add to the fun) that are innovative and make you have to think. All in all, the game is a very good addition to your collection, and you should pick it up today for the introductory price of $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/iblast-moki-2/id437400857?mt=8

August 16, 2011

Big Sticky by Big Bad Brush inc.

(3.7/5) Big Sticky for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a very entertaining, but difficult, platforming game. You control the frog prince (why he is purple, I don't know) as he traverses through 5 worlds and 51 levels to find his kidnapped princess. Though the story may be cheesy, the gameplay definitely makes up for it. The controls are very simple and easy to learn, but hard to master. The graphics are nice, and the game lasts for a few hours before you will complete it. The game is a steal at $0.99, and I recommend that you check it out. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/big-sticky/id430875002?mt=8&ls=1

July 21, 2011

Cavorite by Cascadia Games

(3.4/5) Cavorite for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a very fun platform-puzzler. You control a scientist that created a new element, cavorite, which turns off gravity. You walk around on an alien planet as you spray cavorite on boxes to solve puzzles and open doors, collect parts for your spaceship, and defeat aliens. The controls are smooth, and the game is challenging and makes you think. I can easily recommend Cavorite to anybody, and it is definitely worth the $1.99 cost. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id403123143

July 16, 2011

Color Bandits by Chillingo Ltd.


(5/5) Color Bandits for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a very fun shooter game. The graphics are amazing, and the controls are perfect. The levels are fun, and there are many power-ups to help you. There are very few levels, but the survival mode is enough to make up for it. You will end up becoming addicted to the fun gameplay and awesome music. The game is definitely worth the $0.99 asking price on the app store. Children will love the game, and so will adults. There is only one problem I can think of, and it is a very minor one. Later in the levels, the game gets extremely difficult, and you end up having almost no space to move around. However, the game is still awesome, and in my opinion, it deserves the perfect score of 5 out of 5. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/color-bandits/id409102692?mt=8

Floe- a little bear needs your help by Clickgamer.com

(4.5/5) Floe for the iPhone and iPod Touch is an adorable puzzle game. The game has very cute 3D graphics, and contains mind-boggling puzzles later on in the game. In the beginning, the game is very easy, but the difficulty quickly goes up. You control the baby polar bear, Floe, by tapping where you want her to move. The puzzle is completed by tilting blocks around and freezing them in place in order to make a path for Floe. The game provides you with a balloon, which you can use to drift over a level that you can't seem to complete. The game is very smooth and cute, and children and adults will enjoy it. It is available on the app store for a price of $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id404155097?mt=8

Frogatto by Frogatto.com


(3.75/5) Frogatto for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a fun Yoshi-like game. The main character, Frogatto, can swallow enemies and spit them out to solve puzzles or defeat other enemies. The graphics are awesome, and will remind you of 16-bit SNES games. The controls are smooth and simple. You can walk around with the directional buttons, and jump and swallow with the A and B buttons. The game has multiple bosses and quests, and has a ton of great puzzles to keep you thinking. If you are looking for a platformer on the iPhone that will remind you of Mario or Yoshi, look no further than Frogatto. It is currently priced at $1.99 on the app store. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/frogatto/id382015046?mt=8

Candy and Clyde by Miniclip.com


(4/5) Candy and Clyde for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a game full of 5-second minigames.The minigames let you choose between being Candy, a nice person, or Clyde, the naughty one. The games are very entertaining, and since they are only a few seconds long, you can pick up and play the game for as long or short as you want. The minigames eventually get repetitive, and after you beat all of the games, the minigames repeat with the only difference being a small difficulty change. The game is good for playing for 5 minutes or less, and has colorful graphics and smooth controls. For the quick entertainment it provides, it is worth the $0.99 it costs. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/candy-and-clyde/id409315620?mt=8

July 13, 2011

Across Age by FDG Entertainment

(3.5/5) Across Age for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a very fun action RPG. It has an engaging storyline, and great graphics. The game mechanic of time travel is very interesting, as you must travel through the past, present, and future in order to complete quests. The characters attack automatically, which can occasionally be annoying when you end up attacking an enemy you don't want to attack. In the end, the game is a fun experience, but not the best. If you like action RPGs and want to give Across Age a try, it is available on the App Store now for $2.99. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id351652012?mt=8

July 7, 2011

1-Bit Ninja by Kode80

(3/5) 1-Bit Ninja for the iPhone and iPod touch is a retro platformer, similar to the Mario games. The game is very difficult, and the controls could be a bit better. The graphics are very good however, and it is cool that you can change the game from 2-D to 3-D to find secret passages. All in all, 1-Bit Ninja is a good, fun platformer game. It will keep you entertained for hours,so pick it up now for $1.99. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/1-bit-ninja/id427083185?mt=8

To-Fu: The Trials of Chi by HotGen Ltd.

(5/5) To-Fu: The Trials of Chi for the iPhone and iPod touch is a fun little game where you stretch tofu to bounce around until you reach the exit. The graphics are amazing, and the detail is awesome. The controls are easy to learn, and the game has 100 levels that provide for a fun experience. It is available now on the app store for $0.99, so pick it up now. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/to-fu-the-trials-of-chi/id436987555?mt=8

June 29, 2011

Radio Flare REDUX by Chillingo Ltd

(4.85/5) Radio Flare REDUX for the iPhone and iPod touch is a music-based shoot 'em up with great graphics, awesome beats, and fun levels. Monsters fly at you while you carefully maneuver between them while targeting them with missiles. The monsters emerge in sync with the beat of the music, and provides for an awesome experience. However, the screen flashes in different colors a lot, which may cause headaches or seizures from excessive playing. In the end, you will come out satisfied from the great graphics, gameplay, and modern music. The game is definitely worth the $2.99 asking price, and you can pick it up from the app store today. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/radio-flare-redux/id358940758?mt=8

Spoing by Chillingo Ltd

(4.4/5) Spoing for the iPhone and iPod touch is a game that is very fun and entertaining. You control the little black hexagonal guy by pulling back on slingshots and launch him upwards. Your goal is to collect all of the rainbow diamonds in a cave by traveling from slingshot to slingshot. The graphics are amazing, with black and white contrasting each other. The slingshots are easy to control, and the game is very enjoyable. Young children and adults alike will love the graphics and gameplay of Spoing. For only $0.99, you can enjoy over 50 levels of fun slingshot action. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/spoing/id408845424?mt=8

The Hero by Chillingo Ltd

(3.5/5) The Hero for iPhone and iPod touch is a fun game where you play as a hero, flying around the town helping people. The character is easy to control using buttons and virtual joysticks. However, you may get a little dizzy from watching the character move at the speed of sound across your screen. The gameplay and graphics are fun and entertaining to play and look at. Overall, The Hero is a fun game that's in between casual and hardcore. Pick it up now at the cheap price of $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/the-hero-2nd-edition/id347549741?mt=8

June 23, 2011

Wackylands Boss by Chillingo Ltd

(2.75/5) Have you ever wanted to play as the boss in a video game? Well, in Wackylands Boss for the iPhone and iPod touch, you can do just that. You walk around, wreaking havoc in kingdoms while killing knights and kidnapping princesses. You can customize your boss using tons of different faces, facial features, body type, clothing, and more. The game is very short and easy, but provides for a fun hour or two. The graphics are colorful and the controls are smooth, and I can easily recommend this game to casual and hardcore gamers alike. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wackylands-boss/id382217068?mt=8

Gravity Guy by Miniclip.com

(3.2/5) Gravity Guy for the iPhone and iPod touch is a very addictive and adrenaline-filled game. You control the gravity guy as he is trying to escape from prison. You control by tapping the screen to flip the gravity and avoid the police and obstacles. The graphics are wonderful, but the difficulty level may get too steep for some. You go faster and aster, and end up messing up and dying. Overall, the game is fun for 5 minutes of adrenaline, so pick it up if that's what you're looking for. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/gravity-guy/id398348506?mt=8

June 22, 2011

iStunt 2 by Miniclip.com

(4.3/5) iStunt 2 for the iPhone and iPod touch is a very addictive physics platforming game. You control a snowboarder as he slides down slopes and over gaps by tilting you device and performing tricks by tapping the screen. The game has good graphics and awesome music, and provides for an enjoyable experience. The game is worth every penny of the $0.99 it costs, so pick it up today for a fun snowboarding physics experience. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/istunt-2-snowboard/id407775125?mt=8

Red Ball 3 by Chillingo Ltd

(2.75/5) Red Ball 3 for the iPhone and iPod touch is the sequel to Red Ball and Red Ball 2. In comparison to the other two games, Red Ball 3 is a great improvement. The controls are better, the story is a little bit better, and the graphics are WAY better. However, I couldn't really get into it. The game is quite short, with only 30 quick levels, and the game has floaty controls. The character ends up flying all over the screen, not going where you want it to go. The game can be completed in half an hour to an hour, providing some quick platforming fun. The game is a good deal for the $0.99 asking price, so if you like platforming games, pick it up now. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/red-ball-3/id426371390?mt=8

Mighty Fin by Launching Pad Games

(4.9/5) Mighty Fin for the iPhone and iPod Touch is a very cute and fun game. You control a fish named Fin as he is going on a vacation. Along the way, you will want to collect different costumes for Fin and Bubbles to increase your score. To go deeper in the ocean, all you have to do is tap and hold. To go higher or even leap out of the water, just let go of your finger. The graphics are amazing, and all of the 8 levels are unique. The later levels will become hard, but the addictiveness of the game will make you want to keep coming back for more. Overall, this game is a steal for the $0.99 cents it costs. Kids and adults alike will love it, so pick it up now. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mighty-fin/id434539624?mt=8

June 1, 2011

Velocispider by Retro Dreamer

(4.9/5) Velocispider for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a fun arcade shooter. The story is quite simple. You are a velocispider (part velociraptor, part spider), equipped with a gun on the top of your head. You tilt your device to control your character, while automatically shooting. You can tap and hold to charge up a more powerful weapon. The controls are simple (and actually work-a good sign), the graphics are retro and modern mixed, the game has a catchy soundtrack, and fun bosses and cutscenes. However, the difficulty in some levels is quite steep, but that should not stop you from picking up this awesome game for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/velocispider/id433011745?mt=8

May 22, 2011

Land-A Panda by Big Pixel Studios

(3.5/5) Land-A Panda for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad is a cute little puzzle game. The graphics are sticker-style, and are very adorable. The game requires a lot of timing later on in the game, but it is still fun and cute to play. Little kids and adults looking for a quick game to pick up and play will love Land-A Panda, as it only takes a few minutes to complete each level. The game is packed with 4 worlds, each with over 20 levels. If you like fun puzzle games and cute graphics, pick up Land-A Panda now for $0.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/land-a-panda/id410332343?mt=8

May 8, 2011

Superbrothers:Sword and Sworcery EP Micro by Capybara Games

(4.9/5) This wonderful point-and-click adventure game is an epic addition to the app store. It incorporates awe-inspiring backgrounds and music, an awesome storyline, and mind-boggling puzzles. My only complaint is that some of the boss battles are a bit difficult, and I have not been able to pass a certain point for 3 days. That is a small complaint, compared to the loads of great music and graphics put into the game. This game still receives the title, "Must-Have" from me, so get this app now for $2.99 http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/superbrothers-sword-sworcery/id431166885?mt=8

May 1, 2011

Zenonia 3: The Midgard Story by Gamevil Inc.

(5/5) Zenonia 3 for the iPhone and iPod touch is a very, very fun action RPG. It combines all of the good parts from the first two Zenonia games, and makes them even better. You play as the son of the first games main character, and know about the second game's characters, which adds to the fun if you've played the first two games. The controls are smooth and easy to use, the 16-bit graphics are great, and the menus are beautiful. The four classes to choose from are similar to Zenonia 2. There is a melee sword knight (warrior), a melee shadow hunter (assassin), a long range mechanic launcher (electric shooter megaman-thingy), and a long range nature shaman (mage). The game has over 40 hours of gameplay, tons of different outfits to wear, and even a PvP and Co-Op feature! The game is definitely worth every penny, and a bang for your (five) buck(s). http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/zenonia-3/id414830024?mt=8

April 29, 2011

Destructopus by GlitchSoft





(3.25/5) Destructopus is a game for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad. In it, you are a giant, mutated octopus with one eye sleeping beneath the ground. You are awoken by oil drillers, and emerge to discover a polluted, nature-hating land. You rampage through the city while dodging TONS of bullets, and rescue endangered animals at the end of each level. The first few levels are a piece of cake, but after that, the controls get annoying, the amount of things in the background distract, and the number of things to dodge becomes too large. Even though the beautiful graphics and awesome music make up for most of its faults, an update wouldn't hurt.This game is currently $1.99. It's worth checking out, but there are better games out there. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/destructopus/id414603435?mt=8

April 21, 2011

Coin Drop by Full Fat Games

(4.75/5) Coin Drop by Full Fat Games is a fun, adorable little game. You are a coin, trying to save the pink girl coins from the evil blue thug coins. You bounce around the box, hitting pegs and other obstacles. The game is very fun and addictive, with cute cartoony graphics, which will appeal to children, but the game is still challenging enough for adults. However, some of the thugs you must catch are placed in hard-to-reach places, which can create frustration. The game currently has four worlds with fifteen levels in each world. It will be updated with more levels though, so it will slowly become a huge game. It's very fun, and worth the $0.99 it costs. http://itunes.apple.com/app/coin-drop/id396119687?mt=8