Why “Temple Run 2?” “Temple Run 2” is the sequel to “Temple Run” that millions played. It is a 3D platform and endless runner game in which players run through 3D mazes for as long as they can to clock up higher scores. Now “Temple Run 2” has been recently updated with the Frozen Shadows map, giving players a new frosty maze to sprint through. Gameplay The playability of the original “Temple Run” made it…
There can be little doubt that Android and iOS games have made considerable progress over the years. With better hardware developers can now launch 3D game titles for those platforms. Sure, they are still someway behind consoles; but mobiles and tablets are bridging the gap. “Space Jet” is another newly launched Android game that boasts 3D graphics. Extreme Developers has developed some exciting 3D games for the Android and iOS platforms. Among them are “Iron…
“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has just hit the theaters. As a hangover cure for the film, here are five “Star Wars” apps that you can check out for free. 1. Star Wars This official “Star Wars” app is a must-have for all hardcore fans. It delivers breaking news and social media updates straight to your smartphone. It is also packed with tons of interactive features that can quench your unending thirst for “Star Wars.”…
Nintendo and DeNA’s joint mobile endeavor for iPhones and Android, Miitomo, is focused on social aspects of gaming. It will likely be released in early 2016. Nintendo’s first game for modern mobile devices was supposed to be available in October of 2015, but development issues have delayed its release until March of 2016. This news was a let down for both gamers and investors, driving Nintendo’s stock down a whopping 10 percent. Not much is…
Why ‘Scrubby Dubby Saga’? “Scrubby Dubby Saga” is an adventure puzzle game by King, the makers of “Candy Crush Saga.” In this game you slide and match soap boxes as you follow a trail of mysterious foam in Soapland. The game was played on Android 5.0.2 Lollipop but its also available on iOS. Graphics and Sound “Scrubby Dubby Saga” uses flashy graphics and cute animations to good effect. There are a lot of animal characters, including…
What is John GBC Lite GBC Emulator John GBC Lite GBC Emulator is a Game Boy Color emulator, just as its name implies. It allows users to play their favorite Game Boy Color games on their Android smartphone or tablet. Ease of Use This app is simple to use, but a complete novice that has no understanding of file systems might not get the full benefit of this emulator as quickly as others would. When…
What’s “90 Different Logic Games”? “90 Different Logic Games” is an interesting assortment of logic games where the player moves through various stages each being a completely different puzzle. Gameplay The initial screen is confusing. It looks like there are a ton of buttons to tap, but all those button looking things at the bottom seem to only be examples of the logic games included in this bundle. The various star buttons are difficulty levels.…
Why Heroes Tactics? Heroes Tactics is a simple, yet challenging, tactical strategy game with a heavy Heroes of Might and Magic influence. Graphics and Sound The graphics are a bit meh… They are not bad by any means, but they use that generic cartoony high-fantasy art style that has plagued the mobile scene for years. The same for the sounds. Not bad, but still generic. Gameplay Combat is reminiscent of the classic Heroes of Might…
Why Age of Strategy? Age of Strategy is a top-down tactical turn-based strategy game with retro graphics. There are many campaigns to choose from which range from pure fantasy to the historical battle of Troy. Complete with a Trojan Horse! Graphics and Sound Retro-style graphics is either an art-form or a resource management tool. In the case of Age of Strategy, it seems to be the latter. Instead of pouring time and money…
Why “Gopogo”? From developer Nitrome, “Gopogo” is the latest iOS and Android game that is essentially a cash grab app – one that appears to be free, but in reality, requires financial commitment in order to be a complete experience. Here, you are tasked with navigating a series of platforming levels atop a pogo stick – using your finger to control the angle of the bounce. Your goal is to reach the flag at the…
Rayman is a renowned platform game series that has had a variety of releases on consoles like the Wii, PlayStation, 3DS, Vita, Wii U, Xbox. It is considered one of the best platform series alongside the Mario and Sonic franchises. Now Ubisoft has released its latest addition to the franchise, Rayman Adventures, on the iOS and Android platforms this December. Rayman Adventures has a similar 2D format to previous additions to the series. Unlike most…
Pharaoh’s Fire is the sequel to Pharaoh’s Way (reviewed here). It is a slot machine game that includes a variety of unlockable slots for you to play. The game is available for both the iOS and Android platforms. What does it do? Well, Pharaoh’s Fire is similar to the original game. In it players spin the slots to accumulate credits and diamonds to unlock new slot machines. Like the original, you play through 10 levels…
DomiNations is a combat strategy game for the iOS and Android that has millions of players. Now Big Huge Games has given the game its most notable update to date with World War. The World War update is introducing a whole new way for alliances to battle it out. If you have not played DomiNations, it is basically a multiplayer game in which players build up their nations with a variety of upgradeable economic and…