Best of [iPhone][iTouch] Gaming

[AppKING]

EDIT: lol, just saw these, and lol'd. Ignorance, I say!

Originally Posted by Teleclast

BTW @whoever said response to iPhone LOL, iPhone is barely a gaming device, anyone stupid enough to seriously game on an only touchscreen device is not a gamer in the slightest.

Thing with that is, it's not real gaming. It's so casual it's not casual, it's like someone going over their friend's house every month or so to play Melee, they're not a gamer, they're so casual they don't deserve to be called gamers. And anyone playing on the iPhone well, that's not even a gaming platform, it's a phone, as much as Apple wants to rebrand and sell everything to get money for their overpriced gadgets, it is NOT a gaming platform. If that were the case every phone would be a gaming platform, and it's not the case, they use rebranded games or thrown together indie games, and rarely they'll throw in a commercial game that was redone of an old version with very bad graphics onto it, that's it.

Hello, I'm AppKING, an independent iPhone and iPod Touch gaming enthusiast and avid gamer on all platforms. There has been a recent interest boost in the unique gaming capabilities of the iPhone/iTouch, as several awards were bestowed to iPhone app store games at GDC 2009's Mobile Gaming award ceremony (toppling the DS/PSP). Appearances at WWDC and E3 were no disappointment either.

Without a doubt, the DS and PSP are excellent gaming platforms that have immense user-bases and popularity, with top companies dominating the market. However, that doesn't mean the iPhone's gaming capabilities are a sort of joke to the big guns. Powerhouses such as Capcom, Electronic Arts, SEGA and the like have joined in the gold mine that is the appstore, along with notable freelancer developers (out of thousands) such as Firemint, Gamevil, Chillingo and ngmoco to name a few.

I'll cut this chat as short and just say that I am making this thread to inform the MMOG userbase (I've been a lurker for quite a long time) the fun you can get for cheap prices with games for the iDevices. Of course, I will not post every single awesome game, but a select favorites of my own.

With the iPhone 3G[s] coming to town, doubling the device's processing speed and 3D graphics capabilities (yes, double!), expect to see more in the future.

Originally Posted by Blake Patterson on iPhone 3G[s

hardware exposed]One the graphics processor front, things get even better. As previously mentioned, the iPhone and iPhone 3G feature a PowerVR MBX-lite GPU. It's on a 90nm process and runs at ~60MHz, capable of rendering 1 million triangles per second and 100 million pixels per second. The new iPhone's PowerVR SGX is on a 65nm process and is believed to run at either 100MHz or 200MHz. The SGX in a 100MHz configuration is capable of rendering 3.5 million triangles per second and 125 million pixels per second. That's 3.5x the geometry throughput and 25% more pixel bandwidth than the original iPhone. In a 200MHz configuration, it is capable of throwing out 7x the triangles and 150% more pixels per second than the original iPhone.

Such a significant performance increase is big news for gamers and gamemakers alike. We're very anxious to see how developers harness the additional power of the iPhone 3G S. It may look like just the same old iPhone on the outside, but under the hood it's a screamer. Sony and Nintendo have good cause to shift from worry to fear as this hardware makes its way into users' hands. The PSP has nothing on Apple's latest mobile game console.

And now starts the list. Feel free to post, question me or rant, I'm open to pretty much anything as I can see the MMOG community is very mature and open as well.

[Azix]

Field Runners
Time Crisis
Resident Evil
Tap Tap Revenge 2
Assassin's Creed
Cooking Mama
Glandarius
Castle Defense

All great games.

[AppKING]

Real Racing by Firemint



Firemint Real Racing™ immerses you in all the excitement, competition and glory of championship racing. This is handheld racing like you've never experienced before!

• 36 cars in three classes, a dozen unique tracks, five game modes
• Three divisions to play through
• Massive career mode with 57 events to complete
• Ten licensed music tracks from indy artists
• Six cars on screen
• Touch or tilt to steer
• Manual or automatic acceleration and braking
• In-car cockpit view or external camera
• Local multiplayer over WiFi
• Online league play
• Online leaderboards
• Video replays on YouTube
• Create personal leaderboards at realracing.cloudcell.com





Reviews:
TouchArcade

Spoiler!

'Real Racing' - Now THIS Is a Racing Game
posted June 9th, 2009 2:55 PM EDT by Eli Hodapp in $9.99, Racing, Reviews, iPhone games, iPod touch games

picture-1While Flight Control [App Store] may be Australian developer Firemint’s runaway hit, they’ve been hard at work for months on Real Racing [App Store]. Prior to last week, all we saw of Real Racing was a screenshot or new trailer randomly pop up here and there, leaving iPhone communities all over the internet speculating what the final product would be like.

I’ve found most iPhone racing games somewhat unappealing. While accelerometer tilt controls translate great to driving controls, they’ve all just felt a little flat. EA’s recently released Need For Speed Undercover [App Store] came close to quenching my thirst for a great racer on the platform, but fell short for a number of reasons, in my eyes. Poor AI combined with races that were hard to lose had me quickly growing bored of the game, despite its doing a great job at capturing the Need For Speed feel on the small screen.




Real Racing is an entirely different animal. In my previous hands-on, first impressions post I mentioned how great the AI is, and countless races later I still feel this is Real Racing’s greatest asset. The AI opponents play how they should play; they’re not mindless drones following a simple line around the track, they’re extremely competitive racers that just flat out won’t put up with you trying to cut in front of them, or leaving yourself open on a turn.

It really feels like you’re playing against human players. It’s crazy. Just like on XBOX Live, how you would ram someone’s rear corner as they pass you to try to make them lose control, the AI in Real Racing does the exact same thing. It’s a night and day experience from other iPhone racers that I’ve played where you’re largely ignored by the slow moving AI opponents and the difference this makes in the overall feel of the game is hard to put into words.

While Real Racing also includes quick race and time trial game modes, the meat of the game is in its career mode. Also available is a local WiFi multiplayer mode, and online tournaments utilizing Firemint's Cloudcell system for score tracking. (Also like previous Cloudcell games, full Twitter, FaceBook and even YouTube replay uploading is implemented.)

There are three types of cars: Hatchbacks, sedans, and muscle cars. Each car has its own set of races in career mode, starting with a qualifier, then two sets of events. After your first qualifier you unlock the Monacato 500 Hatchback Championship C class.


Win the three races that make up the championship and you will unlock its B class as well as a new car and the NrGee Super Sprint C class event. The rest of career mode continues in this manner, and each car or track you unlock becomes available in quick race and time trial.

I fully admit I was as skeptical as everyone else when the trailers were released, but Real Racing is something you really have to see to believe. Firemint honestly deserves some kind of award for the technical accomplishments made with the graphics engine powering Real Racing. It runs at a higher framerate on my iPhone 3G than most 3D games at a level of detail that is comparable to what you would normally see on the PSP. I can’t even imagine how this game will play on the upcoming iPhone 3G S.

Real Racing defaults to the cockpit view and, with a pair of headphones on, the only game that even comes close to rivaling the immersion experienced is 2XL Supercross [App Store]. Instead of any kind of on-screen HUD, your speed, position in the race, current time, and other relevant data are displayed on the steering wheel and pillar mounted gauges. One thing that I would really like to see added is some kind of mini-map. While I appreciate their HUD-less interface, a mini-map would be extremely helpful in learning the tracks and allow you to more accurately determine when to brake, approaching corners.



Real Racing has no customization of the included cars, which may disappoint some racing fans looking for a true simulation style racer on the iPhone. There isn't any kind of upgrade system, and while the different unlockables no doubt add quite a bit of replay value to the game, it pales in comparison to Gran Turismo-style car collecting and upgrading.

All in all though, it is a mobile game, and one of the most detailed and complete racing experiences offered on the App Store, so I have a hard time getting too worked up over not being able to add turbo boost, spoilers, and custom exhausts to my cars. The racing experience in Real Racing is unrivaled, and that's what counts

BigAlbie

Spoiler!

eview: Real Racing hands down the REAL DEAL
When EA’s Need for Speed finally made its debut after months of delays, I declared it the best arcade racer available at that time for the iPhone/iPod Touch platform. Well, I can safely declare Firemint’s Real Racing from Firemint is the BEST overall racer, arcade or otherwise, available on the platform that blows away everything else. The game is impressive in all aspects of the word for controls, graphics, and gameplay. It is truly a racer that not only sets a high bar, but tears it down and creates a new set of rules.

Depthwise, Real Racing has 12 race tracks, 36 cars, and 3 car classes (sedan, hatchback and muscle car) and 9 championships. The load of content by itself would be enough to make most racing fans salivate. But I haven’t even discussed the local online play where you can against other players for the title of the best real racer. You can compete either in online leagues or in local online only multiplayer races. Some will be disappointed by the local online only play to compete with others, but when you see the graphics, it’s a good bet that the game in this case is ahead of the connectivity. One thing I am disappointed with is that there’s no flexibility to create your own racing teams which hopefully will be added in the future. There’s even a replay option where you can upload race replays to Youtube.

Visually this game will easily draw comparisons to PSP-quality racers because the high-resolution graphics/animation and framerate are that smooth. From the details on the cars to the explosive sounds of revving engines combined with a high-velocity soundtrack, Real Racing delivers an immersive racing experience. Don’t let the pre-release videos fool you…the colors pop, and you’ll be amazed. Also, in the upper right corner during a race, you can alternate between third-person and cockpit view. Seriously, the game is so well implemented, you can feel the speed in this game.

While the cars look great, it would’ve been ideal to use real makes and models. What you do get is a nice variety of sim cars with appropriate stats which frankly for most is more than enough.

The Menus are designed to be straightforward, and they are. There is nothing you can't find in there from settings and controls to your racing stats.

In terms of racers, the controls are what differentiate the elite racers from the great ones. In the case of NFS, the controls are about auto acceleration, and while I’m not a fan of that, it is a great arcade racer. Real Racing on the other is an elite racer whose controls are second to none…no question. The game offers a choice between accelerometer (set by default) and touch steering control. Actually, there are four controls schemes:

* accelerometer steering, auto accelerate and manual brake
* accelerometer steering, manual accelerate and manual brake
* touch to steer, auto accelerate and manual brake
* touch to steer, auto accelerate and manual brake

Firsthand, I will tell you that the accelerometer controls with auto calibration are responsive but they tend to be shaky making it difficult to see what’s happening around you which can be distracting. The touch steering works like a charm for me and seems to stabilize the image for whatever reason, although I like manual acceleration instead of auto acceleration. In Real Racing, whatever control scheme you choose, you’re in complete control in how much or how little you turn, and I can’t say that about too many racing games.

The other great option is the Brake Assist System which automatically brakes your vehicle when it approaches other cars or turns corners. As with the accelerometer sensitivity, you can also adjust the Brake Assist System, and it’s terrifically implemented which I recommend you use early on as you familiarize yourself with the race tracks or for quick casual play. Other options include the ability to flip the screen (a great option that too many devs ignore),

Real Racing has three modes of play: career, single races and time trials. In Career mode, you have to qualify and unlock races which have names such as the Hatch Qualifier, Monacato 500, NrGee Super Sprint and Touring Qualifier. In terms of single races, you have a number of tracks to choose from and it tracks your fastest lap based on Hatch, Sedan and Muscle. You can choose to race solo or with competitors as well choose the number of laps. In Time Trial, you can also choose from a number of tracks, track by class of vehicle, and then upload the best time online. In each, there are 3 divisions based on difficulty: Division C, Division B, and Division A. B and A are unlocked once you successfully complete races in Division C.

Another significant differentiator is the AI which significantly adds to the realism. The “human-like AI” is noticeably apparent and saying that it adds to the racing experience would be an understatement. In other racing games, the level of difficulty can vary from being too easy to too hard where you can either lap competing racers or you get bombarded by other racers to the point of absurdity (e.g. Days of Thunder). You won’t have that problem with Real Racing, and in fact, you better have your driving gloves on and know the race course. The AI offers challenging gameplay and is not afraid to show who the boss is. If you even make a small mistake, the AI will trade paint to let you know they’re watching. I did a quick test with Fastlane Street Racing and NFS, and if you’re into racers, you will probably have a tough time going back to those games again. This is how good Real Racing is.

Real Racing or NFS? If you’re into arcade racers with arcade physics (you know what I mean by that), and you want more of a storyline regardless of how shallow, then go with NFS. However, for those who want a realistic sim racer with real feel for speed, and a good amount of depth in terms of race tracks and cars, and most importantly a career mode, Real Racing is a no brainer. As I mentioned before, NFS is the best arcade racer you can get with Maggie Q. But without a doubt, Real Racing is the best overall racer available at this very moment.

Albie Meter: 5 Stars (recommended for those looking for a realistic sim racer with all the bells and whistles who have the real need for speed)

IGN review coming soon

[AppKING]

ZENONIA by Gamevil









Appstore Description:

THE RETURN OF CLASSIC ACTION RPG

The legendary journey has begun!
Explore the dungeon of mystery and choose your destiny in the world of Zenonia!

Follow us on Twitter for news and online events:

twitter.com/gamevil

Also visit us on Facebook and Youtube.

http://facebook.gamevil.com
YouTube - GamevilUSA's Channel

And check out GAMEVIL’s “Baseball Superstars 2009”

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CRITICS SAY

“Zenonia harkens back to Link to the Past, the bestselling 16-bit chapter in the long-running Zelda franchise, but with graphics that are much closer to Phantom Hourglass for the Nintendo DS.” - IGN

“If you've been looking for something on the App Store that compares to the classic 16-bit RPG's from days of yore, Zenonia may just be what you've been searching for. GAMEVIL seems to have designed this game specifically for gamers clamoring for a classic action RPG experience.” – Touch Arcade

“The game looks like a souped-up version of Legend of Zelda: A Link To the Past for the SNES, with more animation, brighter colors, and more complex game play such as thousands of weapons and items to collect and a full Diablo-like skill tree.” – SlideToPlay

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WE SAY

It’s what everyone’s been waiting for!
Zenonia is finally out. We would like to thank all users who have supported us along the way. We really hope to revive and excite the adventurer in you with Zenonia.

There will be updates to come, events to be held, and more of GAMEVIL’s game to hit the App Store.

For tips & tricks about Zenonia, special events, upcoming games, and more,

Visit us @ http://iphone.gamevil.com

Give us your thoughts and ideas – We love’em!

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FEATURES

The spirit of Real Classic Action RPG

-Anime style characters and graphics
-Numerous quests following an epic storyline
-Various skills with stylish effects
-Hundreds of unique items for each character
-Innovative elements that reflect real life
-Long play time (packed with over 40 hours of game-play)


DETAILS

-Skill Tree System: 8 Active + 8 Passive skills + 1 ultimate skill
-5 item classes: Normal, Magic, Rare, Unique, and Epic
-Good-and-Evil system with an alternative storyline
-Day/Night cycle, Hunger & Weight System that reflects reality
-Dynamic movements with optimized on screen D-Pad
-Automatic target facing and intuitive controls






Reviews:

IGN

Spoiler!

Zenonia
The Lovechild of Diablo, World of Warcraft, and The Legend of Zelda



May 29, 2009 - For months, IPhone gamers have lacked any solid RPGs to sink their time into. There have been a fee valiant attempts at classic RPGs (Dungeon & Hero, Chronicles of Inotia, The Quest) but none of them have really suceeded in delivering a rich RPG experience. Zenonia is truly the god of Mobile RPGs.
The game itself is wonderfully presented. All of the sprites are beautifully drawn, and rendered in an anime style reminiscent of some of the layer 2D Zelda games. The main story is brilliantly told, with a backstory deep enough to trump many console games. There are over 40 hours of gameplay, and vast replay value. And this isn't just 40 hours of filler, no sir. There is a very strong morality system, dozens of sidequests, hundreds of items, a brilliant hunger mechanic, and multiple endings that vary depending on how you played the game. It's a shame that a lot of the text is in Engrish though...
As previously stated, the Graphics in this game are beautiful. This looks like a pretty DS game. The use of color is exquisite, and there are dozens of models for npcs, and monsters. On top of that, the PC animations are simply epic. Before you finish this game you will travel through scorching deserts, lush coasts, snowy mountains and more than a few lively towns.
Sound is the weakest part of this game. The effects are what you would expect from your average JRPG. There are a few nice snippets used in the boss fights, but nothing that will wow you. The music leaves something to be desired, but is by no means bad... Just very standard.
Remember when I told you that this game is the lovechild of Zelda, Diablo, and WoW? It actually is. If you don't already know, this is a slash and hack RPG meaning that combat takes place in real time. There are 3 different playable classes (all melée classes, I'm afraid) with 16 skills each. There is a full skill tree system similar to that of WoW that really gives you the feel of an MMO. At any given time, you can have a certain number of active, and passive skills that buff your combat skills, and give you various bonuses respectively.
In conclusion, I can say that if you own an IPhone, and don't hate RPGs, you should own this game, It is pure fun that will occupy you for weeks, or even months.
Reader's Ratings for Zenonia
Rating Description
out of 10 click here for ratings guide Get Ratings Information
9.5 Presentation
The animation style really fits the game. The deep RPG elements are very beneficial to the game.
9.0 Graphics
This game just looks great. Not once have a seen any graphical issues like framerate drops, or pop-ins.
8.0 Sound
The Sound Effects are good. The music is very basic, on the other hand.
9.5 Gameplay
A textbook example of gameplay that appeals to the Hardcore, the Casual, and everyone in between.
10.0 Lasting Appeal
With 40 hours of gameplay, and multiple endings, you will be occupied with this game for a long time.
9.4 OVERALL

The other reviews are like super long so yea, just trust me on this one, I beta tested this game. 120 hours of gameplay overall (all classes/good/evil).

[AppKING]

Peggle by Popcap

You should know this one if you played it on the PC or Xbox360



Appstore Description:

Catch the fever of the peg-busting phenomenon from PopCap!

• Action & Arcade Game of the Year (Zeeby Awards, 2008)
•Editor’s Choice – PC Casual Game of the Year (1Up.com, 2008)
•Editor’s Choice – 5 Stars out of 5 (Gamezebo.com, 2007)


*Note: Awards listed refer to the PC version of Peggle


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Want to be a Peggle Master? Take your best shot! Shoot and clear all the orange pegs in the peg-busting phenomenon from the makers of the award-winning Bejeweled®! You’ll reach Extreme Fever as 10 outlandish Masters help you rise to Peggle greatness. Conquer 55 levels and wield 10 Magic Powers in Adventure mode… and the fun is just getting started!

Put your skills to the ultimate test with 40 challenges as you rack up bonus points and score style shots you’ll smile about for weeks. Face off against friends and family in Duel mode. It’s an epic blend of luck and skill that msnbc.com calls one of the “Top 5 most addictive video games of all time!”

Game Features

•Master 55 levels and 40 Grand Master challenges
•Pick your level in Quick Play or Challenge mode with a flick of your finger
•All new Extreme Precision wheel — fine-tune your aiming for masterful shots
•Cool new style shots (like Off the Wall, Double Long Shot, and Eye of the Pyramid) for racking up more bonus points
•New Trophy Room — revel in your growing collection of trophies
•Save and replay your hottest shots
•Play friends and family in Duel Mode
•Fully optimized for the iPhone and iPod Touch
•Listen to your own music while you play!

Coming soon - update that will add all the great Peggle music that you've been asking for!

Also try Bookworm for iPhone/iPod touch - it could be the best version of Bookworm ever!

[AppKING]

Will post more in a bit. Break time!

[DemiGodDanzig]

i've actually been tempted to play Zenonia for abit,i dunno

[AppKING]

Originally Posted by DemiGodDanzig

i've actually been tempted to play Zenonia for abit,i dunno

play on the toilet :> I've had zenonia before it came out, around late march and I'm still on the last dungeon ._.

[DemiGodDanzig]

haha,i suppose,it looks nice,if there was a lite version i'd test that,since i think 6 bucks is a bit too much for a game on my iTouch,who know,i might just get it when i run out of things to do

[Shugi]

I'm currently really enjoying BeatRider. It's like TTR but you can have your own songs!

[AppKING]

Originally Posted by Shugi

I'm currently really enjoying BeatRider. It's like TTR but you can have your own songs!

i have beatrider as well i just wish it was more visually appealing like TTR2

[AppKING]

The Following info will be obsolete by next week, as new content and features are added and updated every week by the hard working developers!!! Go Bolt Creative!

The #1 (Game?)Entertainment App!

Pocket God by Bolt Creative
Pocket Blog

Episode 17: Surf's Up
Generate a tsunami by pushing the water from side to side. This opens up a new underwater area with a new danger. A mysterious statue protects ancient ruins. Tap the statue and see what happens! Push the water down to return to the island.

The god stats screen has been fixed and is now saving your information.

We are continuing the update but more complex updates are forcing us to take more time to get them right. Remember, your purchases keep us updating so spread the word! And updates are always FREE. For reviews and other info check out the Pocket Blog:

Pocket Blog

What kind of god would you be? Benevolent or vengeful? Play Pocket God and discover the answer within yourself. On a remote island, you are the all-powerful god that rules over the primitive islanders. You can bring new life, and then take it away just as quickly. Exercise your powers on the islanders. Lift them in the air, alter gravity, hit them with lightning...you're the island god! All god powers are demonstrated in Pocket God's help menu.

Pocket God is an episodic microgame for you to explore, show your friends and have fun with. We have been growing the game with the help of player suggestions! What sort of godly powers would you like to see added?

Releases:

Ep 1 (1/9/09): Nowhere To Go, Nothin' To Do
Ep 2 (1/14/09): Does this Megabyte Make My App Look Fat?
Ep 3: (1/20/09): You Always Hurt the One You Lava
Ep 4: (1/29/09): Shake That App!
Ep 5: (2/5/09): A Storm is Coming
Ep 6: (2/14/09): And on the 7th Day, Rest!
Ep 7: (2/20/09): Just Give Us 5 Minutes
Ep 8: (2/26/09): Jump the Shark
Ep 9: (3/6/09): Idle Hands
Ep 10: (3/15/09): Hi, Dracula!
Ep 11: (3/23/09): A Mighty Wind
Ep 12: (4/8/09): Something's Fishy…
Ep 13: (4/8/09): March of the Fire Ants
Ep 14: (4/17/09): Say My Name!
Ep 15: (4/27/09): A New Home
Ep 16: (5/8/09); The Tyrannosaurus Strikes Back!
Ep 17: (5/19/09): Return of the Pygmy
Ep 18: (6/1/09): Surf's Up

Next Episode *: Fun n' Games Until A Pygmy Gets Hurt

* The "episode" title hints at the newest feature(s). The latest episode release contains ALL the features from previous releases.

Possible future additions:
Changing Temperature
More Weapons
Huts or other structures
More hungry sea creatures
Visitors from afar
What's new

You can generate a Tsunami by pushing the water side to side.

This opens up a new underwater area with ancient ruins and a dangerous statue.

[AppKING]

Here's a multiple game post, of all the best TD's so far, imo

Fieldrunners

2.99 Sale!!

The BEST game for Mobiles in 2009!!

"Best Mobile Game", and "Excellence in Art" awards won by Fieldrunners at IGF 2009, GDC, the biggest honor of the year!!!

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TIME Magazine ranks Fieldrunners in its Top 10 Video Games of 2008 list amongst Grand Theft Auto IV, Rock Band 2, and many more!

PC Magazine selects Fieldrunners as one of its "Must-Have iPhone Games"

Fieldrunners is the only iPhone game ranked on EDGE Magazine's Top 30 of 2008.

Boston Herald rates Fieldrunners as the #3 iPhone game of 2008.

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Descend into the world of FIELDRUNNERS, the most anticipated and visually stunning game in mobile TOWER DEFENSE history!
It is the Tetris and Bejeweled of the Tower Defense genre!

Defend and control the field using a diverse selection of upgradeable towers in a limitless adventure, using a wide array of tactics and strategies against countless waves of unique land and air combatants!

Countless hours of entertainment and replayable challenges! Enjoy a growing experience through many content additions!

Do you have what it takes to dominate the fieldrunners and rise to the top as the ultimate Tower Defense master?

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Follow Fieldrunners on Twitter to receive more information at Fieldrunners (fieldrunners) on Twitter

*-- Remember to restart your iPhone everytime you install a new App to avoid technical issues!! --*

*-- Remember to choose your star rating, as it defaults to 1!--*

Seek further technical support in the forums at Fieldrunners
What's new

Made Extended and Endless game play modes less difficult.




The Creeps!

On sale for a limited time (66% off!)!
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The Creeps! is an addictive "tower defense" style game with destructible terrain and beautiful cartoony graphics.

There are Creeps living in your closet! Defeat the things that go bump in the night with toy blasters, glue bottles, flashlights and boomerangs. Summon a giant spider to slow your enemies, or a UFO to sap their energy!




Rated 5/5 Stars by FingerGaming.com!

"The Creeps! is one of those few perfect titles."
-ThePortableGamer.com

"The Creeps! is a grade-A game"
-148Apps.com

"Challenging and Fun"
-TouchArcade.com

"a lot of fun that kept me coming back for more"
-NoDPad.com


FEATURES:
* Classic TD (tower defense) game play with a twist
* Beautiful hand drawn graphics
* 30 stages (with more to come in future updates!).
* 3 Game modes
* Full accelerometer support for game play never before seen in a tower defense game!
* Destroyable terrain
* Quirky and fun sound effects. Don't worry, you can still play your own music in the background!

People who enjoyed Fieldrunners, 7 Cities, TapDefense, Crystal Defenders, and GeoDefense will love "The Creeps!"

** As with all apps, please restart your iPhone/iPod Touch after installing


What's new

Your 5 star reviews keep the updates coming! Thanks for your support!

NEW in 1.2.1:
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*Publish your scores to Facebook! Includes pictures of the badges you earned for that score. Show off to your friends!
*Sell button now goes to the side when there isn't room below. This was a popular request to prevent accidentally selling your towers.
*Upgrade button now goes to the side when there isn't room above. Again, this prevents accidentally hitting the upgrade button when it isn't where you expect it to be.
*Play Balance change: You can only build up to 6 flashlights in any one level.
*Fixed bug where the score and wave number could disappear if you sell a super tower while it is active.

NEW in 1.2.0:
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* New location added: "Under the Ocean"
* Added 5 new ocean themed Creeps (and Boss versions of all 5)
* Added 1 new ocean themed Mega Boss
* Added 4 new "Survival" maps
* Added 4 new "Endurance" maps
* Added a new game type: "Door Buster" (Race against the clock, objective is to destroy the door!)
* Added 6 new "Door Buster" maps
* Added New Tower: "Paper Shuriken" - it moves in straight line until it hits a terrain obstacle, piercing through creeps along the way doing high damage
* Added New Tower: "Piggy Bank" (it doesn't attack, it collects coins with interest. Break open to get the cash, but once broken it cannot be used again)
* Added difficulty levels (Easy, Normal, Hard)
* Added Fast Forward (double speed)
* Added "Badges" for earning bonuses. Can you get a gold star (perfect) on every level?
* Major optimizations: CPU/Battery usage is now approximately 50% of what it was in version 1.1.1
* Added help screens for towers, creeps, bosses, mega bosses, game modes and badges
* Semi-randomized waves of creeps for increased variety
* Re-vamped high scores to show badges, filter maps by game type
* Level select: Added reflections
* Level select: Now shows your #1 high score with earned badges for the selected level
* Level select: Levels now in separate lists by game type
* Level select: Higher resolution image for locked levels
* Added "coins earned" indicator whenever destroying something (pop up of +12 coins etc)
* Automatically imports scores and unlocked levels when upgrading from ANY previous version
* Added level restart option from in-game menu
* Almost all endurance levels now have all normal weapons available (by popular request!)
* Endurance levels now start with the extra coins it would have taken to purchase the pre-placed towers from the level's Survival counterpart
* Increased difficulty ramping in Endurance maps (again!)
* Bed "Health" is now displayed as a number
* All creeps now have a boss version (some of the original creeps didn't before)
* Fixed multiple bugs including that annoying scoreboard bug that would mess up your name.
* New rule: Only one super tower of a kind can be built. If you have one built already, it won't show up in the build menu. If you sell it, it will become available in the build menu again





Final Fantasy Crystal Defenders
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◆Version 2.0 Now Available for Download!

From unit deployment to leveling up, players now have full control of the game in horizontal mode using simple touch-driven controls!

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Crystal Defenders is a defensive strategy game in which players deploy popular jobs from FINAL FANTASY Tactics A2, such as Black Mages and Soldiers, to fend off encroaching enemy hordes and prevent them from stealing their party's crystals. Players can enjoy 360 stages of action in one of three different game versions: W1, W2, and W3. In W1, players can learn game basics. In W2, the introduction of Power Crystals opens up new doors, allowing for deeper, more detailed strategies. Finally, the complex maps in W3 will challenge even the most seasoned players.


◆Game Objectives & Features：

- Deploy units on the area map to protect crystal reserves from encroaching monster hordes.
- Monsters will enter an area and march through it until they are defeated or reach an exit, at which time they will steal one or more crystals.
- Simple touch panel-driven controls and up-tempo play make Crystal Defenders easily accessible whether at home or on the go.
- Innovative level design allows for high replayability.
- Listen to your own music library while playing.

For more information, visit:
CRYSTAL DEFENDERS
What's new

- An all new play mode

Now, players will be able to choose from the original vertical play mode, allowing for one-handed control, or the new horizontal “full touch” mode in which players will be able to control the game via tapping and dragging. This version update is sure to give a new “feel” to the already popular CRYSTAL DEFENDERS.





Star Defense

Star Defense

The Universe is in Your Hands – Created exclusively for the iPhone & iPod Touch.

“Meet your new addiction.” – IGN Wireless

“…I can safely say that it’s going to be very hard to go back to my former non-3D tower defense favorites.” – TouchArcade

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Use multitouch to spin and zoom entire worlds in Star Defense, the highly-anticipated strategy title created exclusively for the iPhone and iPod touch. Maximize your recon and plan carefully – each planet has unique pathways to protect, weapons to deploy, and enemies to overcome.

Survival depends on your ability to respond to the S’rath invaders in real time and build a mixture of towers that counteract all known alien units and resistances.

Once you’ve mastered taking on the S’rath, put your skills to the test in Challenge Mode and compete against your friends over Twitter, Facebook, or email.


PRODUCT FEATURES:


•POWERFUL ARSENAL – Build your defenses from 5 classes of towers, for a grand total of 15 different weapons, each with their own unique attributes, firing ranges and reload frequencies.

•MULTIPLE MODES OF GAMEPLAY – Defeat the S’rath in Campaign Mode or compete against your friends over Twitter, Facebook, or email in Challenge Mode.

•ASYNCHRONOUS MULTIPLAYER ACTION – Battle your friends over Twitter, Facebook, or email. Check out scores posted by other Star Defense players and take on their challenges by searching for #StarDefense on Twitter.

•EXPLORE AND SECURE THE UNIVERSE – Defend 7 breathtaking worlds, each with its own distinct path layout, enemy types and immunities, and weapon choices.

•MULTIPLE LEVELS OF DIFFICULTY – Choose from Easy, Normal, or Hard difficulty settings for the challenge level that is right for you.

•EARN MEDALS AND COMMENDATIONS – Collect over 20 Medals and more than 30 Commendations by accomplishing specific feats on the field.

•UNLIMITED REPLAYABILITY – Go for the ultimate survival record and pit your skills against an infinite number of S’rath invaders.

•BREATHTAKING 3D GRAPHICS – Stunning graphics and 3D worlds – this is tower defense like you’ve never seen it before!





Defender Chronicles

1ST WEEK LAUNCH PRICE - 40% OFF!

THE WAIT IS OVER! Combining the addictive and easy-to-learn gameplay of a tower defense game with story, RPG elements, and immersive game world, Defender Chronicles delivers a brand new gaming experience like nothing you have played before.

Return to the glory days of epic battles, desperate princesses, artifacts hunting, and marvelous fantasy beasts. Travel the path of a warlord as you lead an army through the beautiful land of Athelia to defend the Empire from the invasion of the Orc Hordes and the rising Undead.

“A breath of Fresh Air!” - TouchMyApps
“Perfect blend of gameplay and experience” - AppGamer

Features:
• The first and only 2D platform tower defense with a unique blend of role-playing adventure.
• Choose from the 5 game modes – story, freestyle (random), extended, classic and classic extended. Freestyle mode provides random enemy waves.
• Take on the 4 difficulty levels – casual, veteran, master, heroic. Each difficulty level is designed carefully for a specific audience and each can be won with perfect score.
• Fight a variety of enemy bosses – from Gnoll Captain, Orc Chieftain, and Queen Goblin to the fearsome Wyrm Rider Duo, Awe Inspiring Giant Golem and Meat Chomping Slimeballs.
• High production value – fun storyline, 7 original music soundtracks, spatial sound effects, voice-actings, hand-drawn graphics, intuitive controls, auto-save, auto-flip, fast-forward.

Visit us at Defender Chronicles : Legend of The Desert King for gameplay video and more information about the game.

Defender Chronicles is developed by Menara Games and Gimka Entertainment Inc and published by Chillingo Ltd.

[AppKING]

Side Note: GTA: Chinatown Wars for the iPhone is coming out in September so yea, get this before its forgotten :P




Car Jack Streets - SALE!

**** ON SALE and UPDATED with lots of new features and improvements! ****

PLEASE NOTE: CJS is a large memory intensive game. We suggest you REBOOT your device after download to free memory and avoid crashing.


A critically acclaimed, high octane, action, driving and crime game with innovative real time game-play, stunning visuals and an awesome 80 minute soundtrack.

You are Randal Meyers a small time player in a big city. Your gambling debts to the Italian mob are a million dollars and they are calling in the debt. Do you have what it takes to stay alive, pay your debt and rise to the top of the criminal underworld? You can go anywhere, drive any vehicle, shoot up the city with high power weapons and take on both legal and illegal jobs to earn that cash. Just payback Frankie on time or you’re a dead man!

Designed and developed by members of the original Grand Theft Auto creative team.

MAIN FEATURES

- Play in real time
- Infinite number of criminal and legitimate jobs
- Detailed 3D city to explore
- Lots of vehicles to steal and smash!
- Big weapons
- Over 80 minutes of great unsigned music
- Online ranking for the biggest earners
- Achievements and hidden stuff
- Clowns

PRESS REVIEWS

"the King of iPhone GTA-alikes" TouchArcade.com

"Being in debt to the mob has never been quite so much fun!" 9/10 - AppGamer.net

"A huge game that deserves the hype!" Gold Award 86% MobileGameFaqs.com

"Impressive open world gameplay with some fantastic presentation and music." 9/10 WePlayiPhone.com

"a thoroughly enjoyable GTA style romp" 4/5 iPhoneGamesNetwork.com

“A cleverly-designed, good-looking, and value-packed sandbox game.” Bronze Award – PocketGamer.co.uk

What's new

- New 'steering wheel' control scheme - Just point where you want to go and add gas!
- Full interactive city map from the GPS
- New vehicles -Sports Utility Tank and Helicopter
- Carry multiple weapons - touch current weapon icon to cycle through all of your weapons.
- More chances to pay Frankie - Miss up to five payments and still live... if you can take out the mob hitmen!
- Improved stability, improved battery consumption and other minor changes.

Hidden package competition - collect all 50 and upload your ranking to enter. Full details at Car Jack Streets / Tag Games.

[AppKING]

Knights Onrush

Knights Onrush

"StickWars Meets Pocket God With iDracula Polish!"

From the makers of iDracula, we bring you Knights Onrush.

Knights are now officially Onrush!

They usually come before dawn and attack your home castle. They break through defense and attack every single man, pillaging, destroying everything.

Not this time! Let's show them what we've got! Flick them into the air, crash them into ground, blow them up, freeze them, boil them, sacrifice them, anything.

Features:

- Epic campaign with 12 castles to defend.
- 11 enemy types, including Wizards, Catapults, Bombers, Assassins, each with unique abilities.
- Defensive structures like Boulder Thrower, Fireball, Squasher, Freezer, and Flamethrower.
- Different landscapes (Forest, Plains, Desert).
- Endless siege and Madness modes.
- Automatic save/load.

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Planned future additions:

- More levels!
- Flying enemies.
- Huge bosses.
- More landscapes.
- More defensive structures.

v1.1 has been submitted :
- Separate scores for each level in Campaign
- New defensive weapon - Ballista
- Level 8 is now much easier
- Online hiscores and chat (powered by OpenFeint)
- Minor bugfixes


Knights Onrush is developed by MoreGames Entertainment and published by Chillingo Ltd

[Viral]

I have all these games except car jack streets, i'de rather wait for GTA;CTW
All this info can be found on major iphone gaming sites but yea its a great idea to gather "enthusiasts" on MMOG. hope to see more, and i probably have most of them ahaha

[Light]

Oh nice, Zenonia looks like a great game.
Finally I may have something to use my 20$ iTunes card on after all.

[Viral]

Originally Posted by Light

Oh nice, Zenonia looks like a great game.
Finally I may have something to use my 20$ iTunes card on after all.

There's a lot of dirty inside humor in the NPC dialogue and your characters sister is a loli(could be) if you into that stuff

[DemiGodDanzig]

Originally Posted by Viral

your characters sister is a loli(could be) if you into that stuff

that right there is enough for me to get it,and im pretty sure Light feels the same way

[AppKING]

Casual Game Round Up!

Flight Control

NEW AIRFIELDS HAVE ARRIVED!

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Firemint would like to send a BIG thank you to everyone for making Flight Control a huge success! If you love Flight Control, please take a moment to leave us your review and rating for the new version!

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“...makes brilliant use of the iPhone and iPod Touch's interface... surprisingly rich and devilishly addictive gameplay... an exceptionally entertaining and satisfying game.”
- Jason Parker, CNET

“I dare you to play it just once… a fun, quick fix game that has me coming back for more”
- Mark Bozon, IGN

“Flight Control is one of those essential games that you'll continually return to and will remain on your iPhone forever”
- Spanner Spencer, Pocket Gamer

“Incredibly fun... the winning balance of easy pick-up gameplay, ramping difficulty and tickling the need to try “just one more time”… we’re big fans of the game”
- Arnold Kim, Touch Arcade

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Flight Control is the incredibly simple, yet insanely addictive #1 game from Firemint that everyone is talking about.

Air traffic control is the world's most stressful job, but not for you. You don't need heading angles, flight rules or meteorological reports, you're a natural! A prodigy! A born controller! Just touch and drag the planes to their runway.

- Incredibly simple, but amazingly engaging.
- Beautiful graphics and animation.
- Insanely addictive 'one more go' gameplay.

Flight Control now includes 3 airfields and 9 aircraft types:
- Earn your wings on the beloved classic map that started it all!
- NEW: Coast into a relaxing beachside resort and guide the jets, helicopters and seaplanes in to land (or float…)
- NEW: Take the helm of the control center on an aircraft carrier and command military jets and helicopters. Watch out for the twist in this one

Game features include:
- Quick save and resume: whenever the game exits (for example, because you receive a phone call) your current game will be saved and be ready for you to resume the next time you play.
- NEW: You can now fast-forward the game and speed up the action. No more waiting impatiently for the first few planes to appear!
- Play in-game sound and music or listen to your own iTunes music.

Aim for a new personal best or compete with other Flight Controllers (online scoreboards are available with an Internet connection):
- Track your performance with detailed statistics.
- Compare yourself to others with in-game location based online scoreboards.
- NEW: Additional in-game scoreboards now also include personal bests and all nearby players, regardless of rank.

Flight Control also has its own website community at flightcontrol.cloudcell.com:
- See Google Maps mashups of Flight Controller scores.
- Link to your Twitter account to automatically tweet your new personal best scores.
- add tags to your Cloudcell profile to help your friends find you and keep track of other Flight Controllers by 'Following' them.

So welcome aboard, please sit back, fasten your seatbelt and enjoy the mayhem!


What's new

- Two new airfields: a beachside resort and an aircraft carrier

- Five new aircraft including a seaplane and navy jet
- Added a button that fast-forwards the game

Internet features (where a connection is available):

- Registering for online scores no longer requires an email address

- Additional in-game scoreboards now also include personal bests and all nearby players, regardless of rank

- Added a link to the game that opens your profile in a browser and logs you in for editing

- Web site: update your Cloudcell profile with tags to help your friends find you

- Web site: keep track of other Flight Controllers by "Following" them

- Web site: use tags and Follow to see custom leaderboards




SPiN - Super Shape Puzzle

*BEST PUZZLE GAME OF 2008*
- IGN Wireless Awards

See gameplay video at:
Games - Secret Exit

Try the gameplay for free:
Download 'SPiN Lite' from the App Store!


REVIEWS & COMMENTARY:

"It doesn't seem like matching silhouettes would be awesome, I know. But it is, in fact, totally awesome." - PENNY ARCADE

"Fantastic from top to bottom, SPiN is heartily recommended." - IGN

"This exceptional puzzle game shouldn't be missed." - SLIDE TO PLAY


DESCRIPTION:
Train your fingers to be as fast as the eye in this game of silhouettes and shape recognition!

SPiN is simple, colorful and fun. "Rotate and match objects for a high score" - that sums it up in one sentence. Well, there's more, but you'll learn all about chain combos and unlockable trophies when playing the game.

Together with stylized visuals and the cheeriest soundtrack ever, SPiN is easy to pick up but infinitely challenging. We mean it - the game starts out casually, but keep playing and you'll discover the quickest game on the iPhone!


AWARDS:
· Best Puzzle Game of 2008, IGN Wireless Award
· IGN Editors' Choice Award
· iLounge 100 Best iPhone Apps + Games Selectee
· Most Innovative Mobile Game, Game Developer Conference
· Best mobile game, Forum Nokia PRO Award Winner
· Most Innovative Game, IMGA Nominee


FEATURES:
· Multi-touch rotation controls
· 10 difficulty levels with 100 stages
· 11th difficulty level for the insane
· Unlockable trophy objects
· 4 different game modes
· Chain Combos and Bonus Multipliers!
· 100 different 3D objects
· Streaks, stars and flashy stuff!
· Unique and stylized visual design

What's new

- Maximum score issue fixed. Now supports ninjas with superhuman reflexes who push Arcade mode score into billions of points
- Support for user music added (play your own music during gameplay)
- Improved handling of interrupt events and audio
- Default in-game music volume set at maximum (reduced audio hiss by default)
- Names of unlocked trophies displayed during gameplay
- Trophy notification consistency improved
- Trophy criteria displayed in the trophy unlocking screen
- Visual artifacts removed from three 3D-objects
- Small menu and HUD layout tweaks
- 'More Games' button in the main menu changed to 'Secret Exit' button




Zen Bound™

Zen Bound™ is a calm and meditative puzzle game about wrapping wooden sculptures with rope. A game in which a high score is not the goal - instead it is something to focus on and enjoy at your own relaxed pace.

It is a tactile experience: a game of wood, stone and rope with the most beautiful graphics yet seen on the iPhone. The visuals complement the controls to provide interaction that feels natural and comfortable.

A major element of the game is the unique, dusty and soothing down-tempo soundtrack designed and composed by 'Ghost Monkey'. It features binaural processing that creates an enveloping soundscape when headphones are used.

Zen Bound™ is different - an alternative and subtle gaming experience that is difficult to describe. But in its own small way, it defines what gaming on the iPhone can be.

FEATURES:
- The most beautiful graphics yet seen on the iPhone - 3D models that almost feel 'tangible' in your hand.
- Intuitive and natural multi-touch controls (tilt supported)
- 76 levels included (Tree of Reflection, Tree of Challenge, Tree of Nostalgia)
- A captivating 22-minute downtempo soundtrack from 'Ghost Monkey'
- Game soundtrack 'Bound' available as a free download to all customers in uncompromising 320kbit MP3 quality
- Touch the 'Secret Exit' button in the main menu to download the free soundtrack.

See the gameplay video at: zenbound.com

For the latest news, please follow us: Chillingo (chillingo) on Twitter

Also available from Secret Exit:
SPiN - Super Shape Puzzle
*BEST PUZZLE GAME of 2008*-IGN Wireless Awards

Zen Bound™ is developed by Secret Exit and published by Chillingo Ltd

Here are some outstanding reviews:

*EXCELLENCE IN 3D*
IMGA (International Mobile Gaming) Awards winner 2009

*BEST iPHONE GAME* & *AUDIO ACHIEVEMENT* Double finalist in IGF Mobile 2009
IGF (Independent Games Festival)

“This is one of the best games you can buy for your iPhone - I recommend Zen Bound to each and every iPhone gamer.”– Incredible, 9.5/10 -ign

“Editors Choice 5 stars - An amazing puzzle game that was designed purely for the iPhone.” -MacWorld

“Zen Bound is an interactive poem which organically ties together contemplative gameplay and beautiful presentation” 10/10 Platinum Award - Pocketgamer
What's new

- Tree of Nostalgia added (additional 25 levels)
- Ability to hide in-game user-interface and play the game un-occluded
- Smooth and continuous paint spread from rope
- Rope interpenetration with objects reduced
- Previous game result now displayed correctly
- Level beginning says 'Play' instead of 'Continue' if the save game had 0% coverage
- Save game issues addressed




Up There

Professional Media Reactions to Up There:

"The best looking and performing game I’ve seen yet on the iPhone"
- AppleTell

"The artwork, style and music of this game really stands out and makes it a joy to play."
- Touch Arcade

"Shows off serious design expertise"
- Slide to Play

"One of the most addicting and enjoyable games we’ve had a chance to play so far."
- AppVee

"Never has such a simple iPhone game been executed with such elegance, precision, and most importantly, a huge truckload of HEART"
- iPhone Games Network

"This is, without a doubt a well designed game. Everything that is in the game is fantastic."
-148 Apps

"In a level above its competition!"
-Touch My Apps

"Everything about the game is seamless!"
-AppCraver

**Selected by Apple as a Featured Application!**

Caged away, the balloon wants only to go up. Tilt the iPhone back and forth to avoid the barriers that want to drag you down, and escape Up! Its a games that is elegant in its simplicity, addicting in its pure fun.

A re-imagining and reversal of the classic distraction for the TI-83, Fall Down, Up There features:

- Painstakingly hand drawn stylized artwork, with five levels that transition seamlessly.

- Atmospheric and breathtaking music. "The Joy of Sky" has become one of our favorite songs.

- Submit your scores, and compete with fans around the world.

Visit our website Veiled Games - iPhone and iPod Touch Games for a Gameplay Video!

Up There is a proud member of the App Treasures label. For more great indie games visit App Treasures
What's new

• 10 New Balloons to Choose From
• New Great Music
• Optional Reversed Controls
• Expanded Information and Settings
• Additional Bug Fixes
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Eliss


* VERSION 1.1: DIFFICULTY CURVE FIX + NEW SECTORS *



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See it in action at: toucheliss.com




*** PRAISE ***

"A Puzzler That's Perfect for the iPhone." Touch Arcade

“4/4: Must Have” Slide To Play

"One of the most essential games for the platform." Boing Boing

“Eliss is every bit as bold and fresh as Pong, Pac-Man or Tetris were when they first came out.” Pocket Gamer

"A sublime techno-toy." AppleInsider

“Eliss is brilliant fun.” Indie Gamer

“Eliss comes as a breath of fresh air.” Cult Of Mac

"One word: Genius." The APPera

"The perfect iPhone game." iPhone Game Reviews

"Arguably the best game available for the device to date." Tech-Gaming

"There isn't another game like Eliss -- she's one in a million." Offworld


Nominated for the IGF ‘Innovation in Mobile Game Design' award.




*** DESCRIPTION ***

Eliss is a groundbreaking multi-touch game. Your job is to keep up harmony in an odd universe made of blendable planets. Touch-control multiple planets at once, join them together into giant orbs or split them up into countless dwarf planets, and match their size with the squeesars. Wipe off the stardust, resist to the attraction of the vortex and other space phenomena, and slow down the passage of time. Each of the 25 levels will require creative ways and strategies in using your fingers. Warm up your hands, you’re up for some serious finger gymnastics in the bizarro galaxy.




*** MORE PRAISE ***

Overview of the press reviews at: toucheliss.com

“Eliss is every bit as bold and fresh as Pong, Pac-Man or Tetris were when they first came out.” Pocket Gamer

“The design and innovation of Eliss is unparalleled.” Slide To Play

“The multi-touch controls are a revelation—probably the best example we’ve seen.” Cult Of Mac

“There's no game in the AppStore that uses multitouch so fully. [...] Eliss is not to be missed.” Touch Arcade

"Some of the best use of multi-touch that I have ever seen." Bytejacker

“Eliss is the kind of game that gets me excited about the iPhone as a game platform.” The Tilt

"Eliss is simply the pinnacle of multi-touch iPhone gaming. [...] Eliss can be classified as a great brain-training game. " iPhone Game Reviews

“Words and pictures cannot describe enough the beauty of the game.” The APPera

“It's stylish, strategically deep and put together in a very clean, tight way.” The Portable Gamer

“It cannot be stressed enough that good visual and sound production can elevate a great game to a sublime one; and that's what Eliss is, a sublime techno-toy.” AppleInsider


What's new

- sectors increase from 20 to 25. Difficulty curve is now gentler, and learning pacing has been improved. Please go to www.toucheliss.com/update1 for more details.
- suns entering the game can be spotted earlier.
- the special ending sector is now directly accessible (after unlock).
- various interface improvements, including a new how-to page.
- added compatibility with iPhone OS 2.2.