Adventure Games

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4

Platform: Xbox 360
June 29, 2010
Build the adventure from Privet Drive to the Triwizard Tournament and experience the fun of the first four Harry Potter stories – Lego style. Explore Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learn spells, brew potions and relive the adventures with tongue-in-cheek humor and creative customization that is unique to LEGO videogames.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.9
Jett Rocket

Jett Rocket

Platform: Wii
June 28, 2010
[WiiWare] Jump and run and fly. Let Jett Rocket explore the beautiful planet of Yoroppa and find out why it has been attacked by the evil Power Plant Posse. Visit tropical islands, poisonous swamps and freezingly cold glaciers. Ride the ocean on your Jet Boat, parachute from giant cliffs, speed through arctic regions on your Jet Snowboard or skyrocket with your Jet Turbine. You will need everything you've got to fight back and save Yoroppa. Just be Jett Rocket in this epic futuristic full 3D action adventure.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.4
Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge

Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge

Platform: iOS
June 26, 2010
More Pirates! More Adventure! More Monkeys! Relive the second hilarious swashbuckling misadventure of the wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood in signature special edition detail! =========== Pocket Gamer: 10/10 “Adventure gaming doesn't get any better than this.” Game Informer: “Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck’s Revenge is a great addition to your downloadable library.” MixNMojo.com: “…made me feel like I was playing Monkey Island 2 for the first time.” =========== FEATURES: Play it again for the first time with signature Special Edition features: o Enhanced graphics: All new re-imagined contemporary art style. o Voice over: Complete voice over using original Monkey Island franchise cast members brings the story and characters to life like never before, now available for both the Special Edition and Classic modes. o Renewed music score: Re-mastered and re-recorded musical score using live instruments. o Special Edition and Classic modes: Scene-for-scene hot swap lets you seamlessly transition between Special Edition and Classic modes at anytime during gameplay. o Hint system: In-game puzzle hint system keeps the puzzles fresh and fun. Plus, includes all new features: o Direct control: Choose how you play -- use the classic point-and-click interface or the all new intuitive direct character control for a more interactive gameplay experience. o Object highlighting: Interactive object highlighting provides quicker clues to finding hidden objects.
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.4
LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4

Platform: PC
June 25, 2010
Build the adventure from Privet Drive to the Triwizard Tournament and experience the fun of the first four Harry Potter stories – Lego style. Explore Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learn spells, brew potions and relive the adventures with tongue-in-cheek humor and creative customization that is unique to LEGO videogames.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.5
Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans

Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans

Platform: Wii
June 24, 2010
Horrible Histories Ruthless Romans is a fun packed party game where the plot that follows the struggle of young Rassimus to achieve glory as a gladiator and obtain his freedom. Rassimus, a slave and an ambitious gladiator-in-training, has been raised as a foundling by the great gladiator trainer Lucius Gladius, and spent nearly 12 years in his service. Lucius has now given him a chance to begin his training, and Rassimus hopes that he will be successful and one day become a citizen of Rome. [Slitherine]
Metascore:
47
User Score:
tbd
Secret Files: Tunguska

Secret Files: Tunguska

Platform: DS
June 22, 2010
(Currently available in the UK/EU only) On the 30th of June 1908, an explosion with the destructive power of 2,000 Hiroshima bombs rocked the Tunguska region in central Siberia, felling more than 6,000 square metres of pine forest. The explosion could be heard within a radius of 1,000km. Witnesses saw an oblong object, glowing in a blueish-white light, fall from the sky. A 20km high pillar of light was followed by a mushroom-shaped black cloud. The three following nights were so bright all over Europe that you could read a newspaper outside without additional light. In California, on the other hand, they noted a continuing reduction of sun light. Up to this day it is still not clear what really triggered the Tunguska catastrophe.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.5
Secret Files: Tunguska

Secret Files: Tunguska

Platform: Wii
June 22, 2010
(Currently available in the UK/EU only) On the 30th of June 1908, an explosion with the destructive power of 2,000 Hiroshima bombs rocked the Tunguska region in central Siberia, felling more than 6,000 square metres of pine forest. The explosion could be heard within a radius of 1,000km. Witnesses saw an oblong object, glowing in a blueish-white light, fall from the sky. A 20km high pillar of light was followed by a mushroom-shaped black cloud. The three following nights were so bright all over Europe that you could read a newspaper outside without additional light. In California, on the other hand, they noted a continuing reduction of sun light. Up to this day it is still not clear what really triggered the Tunguska catastrophe.
Metascore:
65
User Score:
7.7
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They Stole Max's Brain!

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They Stole Max's Brain!

Platform: PC
June 22, 2010
The Sam & Max franchise gets a film noir twist.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.4
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They Stole Max's Brain!

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 3: They Stole Max's Brain!

Platform: PlayStation 3
June 22, 2010
The Sam & Max franchise gets a film noir twist.
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
BATTLE BEARS -1

BATTLE BEARS -1

Platform: iOS
June 22, 2010
ALERT THE INTERNET! Just when you thought Spring was over, IT... IS. Presenting, ALMOST before the official beginning of the Summer season, BATTLE BEARS -1! Join OLIVER, RIGGS and the rest of the BATTLE BEARS on a space odyssey none of them are anywhere close to thrilled to be experiencing. Defend the flagship Ursa Major from an onslaught of confused creatures hewn from the deepest, darkest corners of the cosmos' disturbed imagination. Discover new situations where excessive hugging becomes extremely inappropriate and unwelcome as you traverse the many cells of the Ursa Major (now with REAL bipedal action!) mowing down hordes of Huggables colored brightly in appearance and disposition in extremely amusing and satisfying manners. Somehow improving on the divine essence that was BATTLE BEARS: ZOMBIES, SkyVu Pictures is proud to present (made possible by the overwhelming support of our first BATTLE BEARS game <3) the prequel of its best selling franchise.  *Enjoy free range movement as you dodge the excited embraces of the Huggables and swiftly return their attempted sentiments in hot lead. *Revel in Power Ups from the satisfying to the soul-completing as you end the insignificant existence of each Huggable with extreme prejudice. *Ride the "LOL Sled" down the snowy hill of brand new cut-scenes linking together the compelling story line of the BATTLE BEARS' adventures. *Cast aside your reliance on your dad's GPS and learn to read a freaking map as you navigate the many action-packed rooms of the Ursa Major. *Take the fight three feet off the floor with the more difficult RIGGS campaign. *Fight queasiness and stomach upheaval as you battle against thrilling and mostly disturbing BOSS MONSTERS. *Plead for sweet rapture as you attempt at least 35 VERY well deserved OpenFeint achievements.  *Get your hair blown to the back of the auditorium with, honestly, some of the best original music in any App EVER. *Anticipate some of the best and most exciting updates ever planned within the walls of SkyVu including new campaigns, mid-bosses and weapons (FREE if you've already purchased the game). Seriously, it's time to GET EXCITED. INSTRUCTIONS: Use your LEFT Thumb to move around. Use your RIGHT Thumb to HOLD DOWN THE RED BUTTON to look around & fire. No need to tap continuously. To activate SAFETY: Tap on OLIVER or RIGGS' backpack. Tap it again to ARM your weapon. LIMITED EDITION BATTLE BEARS T-SHIRTS known to elicit hugs from attractive strangers! T-SHIRTS ON SALE AT BATTLEBEARS.com COMING SOON: BB GO for iPad, BB Backpack, and BB-1 Soundtrack The BATTLE BEARS were created by Benjamin Vu and the daring team at SkyVu Pictures. Copyright 2010 SkyVu Pictures Inc.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Super QuickHook

Super QuickHook

Platform: iOS
June 17, 2010
Conquer Eagle Mountain with the help of your trusty grappling hook. Swing and run your way through meadows, frost-tinged fields, ice caverns, volcanic caves, and more. Find secrets, loot, and special encounters. Race against your friends. Explore peaceful landscapes, or try to outrun an endless avalanche. QuickHook combines heavy replay value with deep variety! HEAVY REPLAY VALUE - Find loot to spend on character upgrades and equipment - Unlock Nightmare levels, new equipment, and fancier hats - Seamless Leaderboards and Stats / Medals for each level - 66 different achievements, most of them based on exploring secrets - Duel system: Ghost Race your friends! - Random, infinite Avalanche Mode: * Survive a roaring avalanche, right behind you, as long as you can. * Over 60 different possible "sections", most with secret paths. * Ghost race your friends to send them your personal Avalanche level! DEEP VARIETY - Varied landscapes - Each level has its own challenges and art - Secrets and Easter Eggs - Character customization: Show off your gear! - Free updates that add more achievements, secrets, and equipment - Hand crafted race/exploration levels * 18 levels with multiple paths and hidden areas, with more levels coming! *** In Update 1, already submitted and Coming Soon: - Content Update: Four all new levels, infested with fungi! New hats, grappling hooks, secrets, and achievements! - Unlock requirements for the levels lessened considerably! Beating Dev Scores no longer required to unlock the Nightmare Levels. - Bug related to unlock progression fixed: Avalanche 2000 score wasn't meant to be required to unlock Burn Alley. Now used to unlock the Nightmare levels. - Use OpenFeint to back up your save, in the settings menu! Transfer your SQH save between devices! - Rate Us page added to Rocketcatalog. We tried to make it not annoying. There's a picture of a gnome in there. - "Beat one nightmare/developer score multiple times" bug fixed. - Interactive credits level!
Metascore:
96
User Score:
5.8
Tales of Monkey Island

Tales of Monkey Island

Platform: PlayStation 3
June 15, 2010
[Playstation Network] While explosively stripping the evil pirate LeChuck of his demonic mojo, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with the arch-fiend's expelled voodoo, which threatens to transform buccaneers into unruly pirate monsters. Pursued by a notorious cut-throat Pirate Hunter and a creepy French Physician who believes that Guybrush's eerily-infected hand holds the secret of eternal life, Threepwood sails the seven seas in search of La Esponja Grande, a legendary sea sponge with unparalleled voodoo exfoliating abilities. But little does Guybrush know, his quest is part of a larger, more sinister plot, and good and evil are not always as they seem. Who can Guybrush trust? Where can he turn? Everything you think you know will be challenged as Tales of Monkey Island builds to its unexpected finale. [Telltale Games]
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.9
Tehra Dark Warrior

Tehra Dark Warrior

Platform: PSP
June 15, 2010
Conquer kings with this half-human, half-demon heroine on the PSP.
Metascore:
51
User Score:
7.7
Disgaea Infinite

Disgaea Infinite

Platform: PSP
June 8, 2010
Disgaea Infinite is a spin off of the Disgaea series. However, unlike other Disgae titles, Disgaea Infinite is an Adventure Novel style game. BUT it still has the usual Disgaea humor and ridiculous story as always. Finally, you can play with a Prinny as your main character in a Disgaea game! One day, Laharl was almost assassinated, and they comanded a Prinny to find this fool who tried to assassinate Laharl! Of course, the Prinny has no choice but to obey his orders. What could this helpless, useless vassel (according to Etna) do to figure out who the unsuccessful assassin was!? Well, the Prinny comes across this clock, Tick Tock, which lets him take over other characters' minds and bodies. You can use Tick Tock to see who is lying and had been planning on assassinating Laharl. [NIS America]
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.1
Jolly Rover

Jolly Rover

Platform: PC
June 7, 2010
It be the golden age of pirates! Dogs of the sea! Quite literally. Our swashbuckling sausage-dog star is Gaius James Rover, son of the famous clown Jolly Rover, who died from a blow to the groin from an improperly loaded joke cannon. Following the tragically comedic death of his father, young Gaius, who insists on using his middle name James, goes to live with his uncle, a wealthy plantation owner on a small Caribbean island. While practising a particularly tricky juggling move, he accidentally taints a barrel of rum with tobacco, creating a potent and addictive brew which he coins ‘Jolly Rover’, one of the most prized substances in the Caribbean. [Brawsome]
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.8
Prince of Persia: Warrior Within

Prince of Persia: Warrior Within

Platform: iOS
June 3, 2010
Let the Warrior Within take over your iPhone/iPod touch! One of the most anticipated video game franchises is finally available on the App Store. Hunted down by the Empress of Time, you’ll embark on a pirate ship and visit accursed palaces to triumph over evil. A CONSOLE-QUALITY GAME ** Graphics optimized to push the technical capabilities of the iPhone. ** Enjoy an explosive mixture of intense fighting moves for an impressive level of quality for character animations. ** All the cinematics and voices from the console version will make you experience a great adventure in a fascinating world. AN ICONIC VIDEO GAME SERIES One of the most famous and anticipated video game franchises is finally on your iPhone/iPod touch in the Warrior Within edition that was acclaimed by critics and players when released on console. A LONG PATH TO MAKE THE GOOD TRIUMPH ** 12 beautiful chapters in ancient palaces sheltering dozens of enemies ** Many enigmas and sinister traps to outsmart LET THE WARRIOR WITHIN TAKE YOU OVER Utilize the environment, numerous weapons, and your enemies themselves to develop your own unique fighting style and enjoy a great freedom in your moves. A DARK AND VIOLENT ATMOSPHERE ** Hunted down by the Empress of Time, you will have to confront your destiny alone, fight legions of enemies and face all the ancient fears of humanity to survive. Embark on a pirate ship or visit accursed palaces and triumph over evil. ** Explore a mysterious island with fascinating environments that will immerse you in a thrilling gaming experience. *************************************************************************** Since this application is 553 MB, it may be quicker to sideload it rather than download by Wi-Fi. *************************************************************************** Follow Gameloft on Twitter to get more info about this game and all our upcoming titles at http://twitter.com/gameloft or read our official blog at http://blog.gameloft.com/ ***
Metascore:
71
User Score:
7.8
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Platform: iOS
June 3, 2010
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a zombie in possession of brains must be in want of more brains. And it is another widely held truth that Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, the New York Times best seller, was in want of the perfect video game to bring it to life--or at least back from the dead! Now available on the iPhone or iPod Touch, play through the classic story of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice with an added dose of zombie in Freeverse's 2D sidescrolling action beat 'em up. With 12 levels of beautiful graphics and all the classic romance only a slew of gory unmentionables could enhance, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies offers everyone from gamers to literary enthusiasts the most fun any Classic could offer! Features: - Amazing environments and gorgeous art - Intuitive gesture-based controls for executing awesome attacks - Upgrade your battle prowess to survive the onslaught of undead - 12 levels of the best-selling novel - Plus+ integration for awards and leaderboards - Adapted for on-the-go gaming - Easy to pick up and play, but the challenge will have you coming back for more - Beautiful music and cool sound effects bring the action to life
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Hector: Badge of Carnage - Episode 1: We Negotiate With Terrorists

Hector: Badge of Carnage - Episode 1: We Negotiate With Terrorists

Platform: iOS
June 2, 2010
Listen up, meatsacks. No doubt you’ve been waiting years for a half-decent game to show up in the Adventure category of the App Store. Well, this is it. Half-decent, as promised. EPISODE 1: WE NEGOTIATE WITH TERRORISTS When a hostage crisis erupts in the centre of Clappers Wreake, only one man has the diplomatic finesse to defuse a simmering situation before it boils over into a stew of butchery and bloodshed: Detective Inspector Hector. He’s all they’ve got. Literally. All the other negotiators are dead. Hector has a choice to make: carry out the terrorist’s curiously altruistic demands, or watch as his fellow officers are picked off one by one. Hector’s still on the fence. Stagger a drunken mile through the Crime Capital of Britain in the size 9s of Detective Inspector Hector: part criminalist, part kebab-fiend, all cop. Do all the things you’ve dreamed about: hit a tramp with a crowbar, steal a young man’s trousers, kick a heroin addict into a cardboard box, enter a porn shop without embarrassment, carry a designer handbag... all in the name of justice, and all in spectacular ground-breaking 2D. Did we mention? It’s not for kids. This isn’t one of those bog-standard Oh-god-where-am-I-how-did-I-get-here-there’s-a-screwdriver-in-a-desk-drawer type escape games that the interweb seems to be infested with nowadays. HECTOR:BADGE OF CARNAGE takes you back to the glory days of the point 'n click graphic adventure: nonsensical inventory items, favour-hungry reprobates, and a relentless stream of witty one-liners. WHAT YOU GET: - 18 sordid, filthy, rundown locations - 23 well-developed & witty characters (+ 1 stinking drunk) - 40 Inventory items (includes Free Lubricant!) - 397 interactive objects - 2421 spoken lines of dialogue - Cinematic cutscenes - Original score - A good few hours worth of low action puzzle-solving gameplay WHAT WE GET: - Your cash. Look, we honestly don’t care if you like it. We just want you to buy it. If you don’t, you’ll never see Episode 2 or 3. ---------------- Watch HECTOR: BADGE OF CARNAGE teasers and trailers on http://www.youtube.com/user/thehectorfiles
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.6
Prince of Persia Retro

Prince of Persia Retro

Platform: iOS
May 28, 2010
For the first time on iPhone, relive the classic adventure that started it all! A wicked Vizier has given the Sultan’s daughter a horrible ultimatum: accept to marry him in 60 minutes, or die. You have been imprisoned in the lowest dungeons beneath the palace, and must now race against the sands of the hourglass in an effort to save your true love. Negotiate fiendish traps, engage in trilling swordplay and use death-defying acrobatics to make your way through one of the most celebrated and influential video games of all time. Key Features: • All-time classic As one of the progenitors of the platforming genre, Prince of Persia is legendary for its innovations in fluidity of animation, controls and level design. Experience an adventure that will enthrall first-time players and seasoned veterans alike. • Share your progress with friends Automatically post your progress to your Facebook pages using the game’s integrated connectivity. • Touchpad controls Control the prince’s jumps, battles and acrobatics using the iPhone’s unique touchpad controls. For the first time on iPhone, relive the classic adventure that started it all!
Metascore:
68
User Score:
tbd
Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell: Conviction

Platform: iOS
May 27, 2010
The benchmark of action stealth games on console is available for the first time on iPhone & iPod Touch! **MacWorld: “The strategies of Splinter Cell Conviction have real potential for depth and variety—already this title looks like more than your typical third-person shooter on your iPhone.” **Slide to play: “Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Conviction looks and plays great, and it's rare that we see such a sophisticated stealth game on this platform.” Unleash the ferocious skills of renegade agent Sam Fisher. Play as Sam Fisher, a highly skilled Special Forces operative and fight a corrupted secret agency to get your daughter back. Follow a trail of intrigue that leads from Iraq to a high-security building in Washington. Run, jump, fight, and shoot using a handgun, shotgun, AK47 and bazooka, or maintain stealth by improvising with nearby objects. You are now a renegade spy agent; you don't follow any orders except for your own rules of engagement! ASTONISHING ENVIRONMENTS AND GRAPHICS - Go through 11 levels set in 8 different locations from Malta to the White House. - Discover an exclusive iPhone level on the banks of the Potomac River. - Experience fully polished 3D graphics with an amazing depth of view. ADVANCED STEALTH GAMEPLAY - The Mark & Execute feature allows you to mark multiple targets then quickly eliminate them all at once. - The Last Known Position indicates where your enemies think you are, allowing you to outflank and eliminate them. - Get behind enemies without being noticed and kill them in one hit! - Projected texts inform you of objectives and guide you through the level. - Get Sam behind cover to hide and dodge enemy fire. CONSTANT ACTION THROUGHOUT THE GAME - Beat your opponents in stunning hand-to-hand combat and interrogate enemies to get crucial information. - Experience a frantic rail-shooting sequence on a speeding boat. - Use a wide range of weapons and gadgets to get rid of your enemies. Pistols, sonar goggles and camera grenades are at your disposal! EARN TROPHIES AND AWARDS ON GAMELOFT LIVE! Your morals! Your game! ------------------------------------------ Also available from Gameloft on the iPhone: Brothers in Arms 2, Rayman 2: The Great Escape, Gameloft Sports Pack, Fishing Kings, Blokus and Iron Man 2.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
6.9
Real Crimes: Jack the Ripper

Real Crimes: Jack the Ripper

Platform: DS
May 24, 2010
[DSiWare] Real Crimes: Jack the Ripper - the fabulous, chart-topping hidden-object game with amazing graphics is now available on the Nintendo DSiWare service. One of the first and best games of its type, Jack the Ripper features numerous atmospheric 3-D locations and oodles of hidden objects to find. The realism of the scenes and the accuracy of the storyline will fascinate all ages from young teen to adult. Travel back to 1880s London to help Scotland Yard's detectives solve the crime of the century. Visit world-famous landmarks such as Piccadilly Circus and Buckingham Palace. Search crime scenes and solve mini puzzles in your hunt for clues. Was Jack a doctor, a royal prince, a barber or something else? Was he mad? This game will tell you. Enjoy hours and hours of game play in this truly absorbing game. Whether you are an experienced player or a newbie, once you start your investigation, you will be on an adventure you won't want to stop - until you discover Jack the Ripper's true identity, that is.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 2: The Tomb of Sammun-Mak

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 2: The Tomb of Sammun-Mak

Platform: PC
May 18, 2010
The new season Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse is the biggest, strangest and most epic to date. As the saga begins, an otherworldy power for controlling matter and space calls to the strongest and strangest who might wield it - intergalactic warlords and eldritch gods, under-dwellers and scholars of the arcane. Gaming's greatest dog and rabbit sleuths Sam & Max seek the power's ancient secrets, as Max gains shape shifting, teleportation, mind reading and future vision abilities for battling these foes. The saga plays out in a surreal 5 month-long symphony of mayhem that gets deeper and more twisted with each episode. [Telltale Games]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.5
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 2: The Tomb of Sammun-Mak

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 2: The Tomb of Sammun-Mak

Platform: PlayStation 3
May 18, 2010
In this episode, our heroes cross paths with an even more bizarre and dangerous pair of characters -- their own great-grandparents! These characters set out on their trippiest trip yet in The Tomb of Sammun-Mak, leapfrogging across ten decades and possibly as many continents (we haven't counted) in search of the mysterious force that's causing all the trouble.
Metascore:
85
User Score:
7.9
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations

Platform: Wii
May 10, 2010
[WiiWare] Phoenix Wright is back as the third game in the popular Ace Attorney hand-held franchise comes to the WiiWare service. As Phoenix Wright, you'll play through five shocking new cases in first-person perspective. The game features two unique modes of play. In Investigations Mode you'll survey crime scenes, interview witnesses and gather evidence. You'll then present findings, listen to testimonials and examine witnesses in Court Mode. TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS also includes the "Psyche-Lock" feature that allows Phoenix to use a line of questioning to reveal inconsistencies in witness testimony.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.6
Zombie Infection

Zombie Infection

Platform: iOS
May 10, 2010
The infection is spreading and fear is everywhere in this non-stop survival shooter. Head to South America as a soldier and reporter try to uncover the origin of another zombie outbreak. 12 LEVELS OF FEAR Survive 12 levels in Campaign mode as you fight your way through favelas, mines, a zoo, docks, a boat and secret lab. KILL ‘EM WITH STYLE You can finish off weakened zombies with brutal and amazing fatalities by touching the action icon at just the right time. WATCH YOUR BACK Switch between 2 characters, ex-soldier Damien Sharpe and reporter Alex Rayne, as they fight together to survive and uncover an evil plot. MANY FORMS OF EVIL Fight countless enemies of all shapes and sizes, including mutants & infected animals, each with unique abilities UNCOVER THE STORY Discover the full depth of the intrigue as you discover the source of the infection and the plans of the ones who created it. IMMERSIVE VISUALS Every environment and character is meticulously rendered in full in 3D so you can feel as close to the action as possible without starting your own zombie outbreak. Unlock 20 trophies and show them off to friends over Gameloft LIVE! -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also available from Gameloft: Brothers In Arms 2®: Global Front, N.O.V.A. – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, GT Racing: Motor Academy, James Cameron’s Avatar, Modern Combat: Sandstorm, Driver, Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. *** Follow Gameloft on Twitter to get more info about this game and all our upcoming titles at http://twitter.com/gameloft or go read our official blog at http://blog.gameloft.com/ ***
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.8
Kick-Ass: The Game

Kick-Ass: The Game

Platform: PlayStation 3
April 29, 2010
[Playstation Network] Kick-Ass is a fully 3D action fighting game set in the third-person perspective, where the player can play and control modern day super heroes based on the storyline of the movie. Gamers will be able to play as the three primary characters in the film - Kick-Ass, Hit Girl, and Big Daddy. The story-driven game draws heavily from the strengths of the intellectual property; an action combat game where the characters finally grow sick of the crime around them, and decide that they will do something about it.
Metascore:
33
User Score:
2.8
Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion!

Linkin Park 8-Bit Rebellion!

Platform: iOS
April 26, 2010
Fight the forces of evil to unlock a BRAND NEW, EXCLUSIVE song by Linkin Park! Many years ago, the world existed in 8-bit harmony…until PixxelKorp arrived. Now technological advancement dominates, and evil reigns supreme. A mass-brainwashing campaign has taken over and is turning the world into a high-res nightmare. A rebellion is rising, and Linkin Park is calling on YOU to lead the fight against PixxelKorp. From the imagination of Linkin Park comes 8-Bit Rebellion, the only iPhone game that turns Linkin Park’s world into your gaming reality. Take on action-packed missions as you fight your way through 6 Linkin Park-themed districts. Customize your own apartment and connect with friends in a massively multiplayer experience. Most importantly, recover all of the lost Linkin Park tracks to score exclusive access to an unreleased song! Game Features: - Enjoy 8 Linkin Park tracks in their original and 8-bit forms, including “New Divide”, “In The End,” and “Crawling” - Explore uniquely-themed districts designed for each band member, with characters and items designed by the band themselves - Create and customize your own avatar in 8-bit or high-res designs - Decorate your own, personal space - Equip yourself with an array of devastating weapons and engage in intense boss battles that will put your skills to the challenge! - Receive mission objectives straight from the band members - Connect with Facebook to find friends, and post updates to your wall and Twitter accounts - Compare your rebellion points with other players on the global leaderboard! Like the game? Post a review, and we'll pick our favorites to include here in the app description
Metascore:
63
User Score:
6.3
The Whispered World

The Whispered World

Platform: PC
April 26, 2010
This point & click adventure follows a modern fairy tale set in a fantasy world with hand-painted backgrounds.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
7.4
Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper

Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper

Platform: Xbox 360
April 23, 2010
Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper allows you to play as the greatest detective of all in the London of 1888. A series of particularly horrible murders creates a real psychosis throughout the country. Atrociously mutilated prostitutes' bodies are found by the police without them being able to find a serious lead. Sherlock Holmes starts looking for clues in the dark and sinister alleys of Whitechapel in order to follow the macabre trail of the one the press now calls Jack the Ripper. During an adventure full of twists, Sherlock Holmes will try to bring out the true identity and the motives of the one who hides behind this scary alias. [Focus Home Interactive]
Metascore:
62
User Score:
6.8
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition

The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition

Platform: PlayStation 3
April 22, 2010
[Playstation Network] Pirates! Adventure! Monkeys! Relive the hilarious swashbuckling misadventures of the wannabe pirate Guybrush Threepwood as he attempts to become the most infamous pirate in the Caribbean! Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic pirate adventure game from LucasArts in gorgeous HD detail. Featuring an all new re-imagined contemporary art style, hand-drawn and presented in 1080p, complete voice over by members of the original Monkey Island - franchise cast, a re-mastered musical score using live instruments, plus scene-for scene-hot swap to seamlessly transition between Special Edition and Classic modes at anytime. Embark on a bumbling misadventure in an attempt to become the most infamous pirate in the Caribbean, win the heart of the beautiful governor, Elaine Marley, and confront the evil ghost pirate, LeChuck! The game is all-new and re-imagined with a contemporary art style, hand-drawn and presented in 1080p. Complete voice over using original Monkey Island franchise cast members brings the story and characters to life like never before. Enjoy the re-mastered and re-recorded musical score using live instruments. Scene-for-scene hot swap lets you seamlessly transition between Special Edition and Classic modes at anytime during gameplay. The all-new intuitive game interface and controls provide a more interactive gameplay experience. Hint system: Not sure what to do next? The in-game puzzle hint system keeps the puzzles fresh and fun. [LucasArts]
Metascore:
87
User Score:
8.2
Hysteria Project

Hysteria Project

Platform: PSP
April 22, 2010
[PSP Minis] Choose-your-own-adventure hits the PSP Minis scene.
Metascore:
68
User Score:
5.1
Iron Man 2

Iron Man 2

Platform: iOS
April 22, 2010
Suit up and rocket into the action as Iron Man or War Machine in the official movie game on iPad. PLAY WITH IRON MAN OR WAR MACHINE Play as Iron Man for speed and agility or suit up as War Machine for maximum firepower. Both suits offer easy-to-learn controls and the ability to run, hover and fly at will. You’ll also have the chance to jump into the Mark IV, Mark VI, Stealth and underwater suits. Whether you prefer to pound your foes in melee combat with your fists or to lay down the destruction from a far with your weapons, you can upgrade your suit after each stage with improved weaponry and abilities to devastate your foes. A BLOCKBUSTER GAME Based on the most anticipated film of the year, Iron Man 2 delivers all the same action and excitement you’d expect from the movie with epic battles and massive enemies that will leave your chest pounding. STARK OPPOSITION Tony Stark’s enemies have their own super suited droness and they want to take Iron Man and War Machine down. Fight Ultimo, Firepower, Whiplash and armies of other enemies to prove that the only the original armored hero is the best. THIS FIGHT IS GLOBAL Battle across 9 locations across the globe constructed in full 3D, from Stark Expo in New York to a jungle war zone in Somalia. HEAVY METAL Get charged for battle with a powerful rock metal soundtrack including the rock classic, “Iron Man”. ACHIEVE GREATNESS Connect to Gameloft Live and unlock 25 different achievements that you show off to friends and prove you’re a real Iron Man. Also available from Gameloft on iPad: N.O.V.A.-Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance HD, Let’s Golf! HD, Modern Combat: Sandstorm HD, Real Soccer 2010 HD, Dungeon Hunter HD, Uno HD & NFL 2010 HD. *** Follow Gameloft on Twitter to get more info about this game and all our upcoming titles at http://twitter.com/gameloft or go read our official blog at http://blog.gameloft.com/ ***
Metascore:
52
User Score:
tbd
Dark Fall 3: Lost Souls

Dark Fall 3: Lost Souls

Platform: PC
April 21, 2010
The third game in the Dark Fall adventure game series.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.0
Kick-Ass: The Game

Kick-Ass: The Game

Platform: iOS
April 17, 2010
How come nobody’s ever tried to be a superhero?” When Dave Lizewski – ordinary New York teenager and rabid comic-book geek dons a green-and-yellow internet-bought wetsuit to become the no-nonsense vigilante, Kick-A*s, he soon finds an answer to his own question: because it hurts. But, overcoming all the odds, the eager yet inexperienced Dave quickly becomes a phenomenon, capturing the imagination of the public. However, he’s not the only superhero out there! • 3 playable characters (Kick-A*s, Big Daddy and Hit Girl) • Twin Stick Shooter Action • Weapon Upgrades • 12 missions with multiple environments, bosses and mini-bosses • Frantic superhero action! • Environment Finishers • Sub-missions and mini-games in the form of Arena Mode.
Metascore:
24
User Score:
3.2
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 1: The Penal Zone

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 1: The Penal Zone

Platform: PlayStation 3
April 15, 2010
Sam is a six-foot dog in a baggy suit sporting a trombone-sized .44 hand-cannon. Max is three feet of pure unleashed id with a saw blade grin and the impulsive nature of the average piranha. Together they patrol the sticky streets of a fantastical New York City, righting wrongs, pummeling perps, and ridding the urban landscape of the shifty legions of "self-propelled gutter trash" that litter their streets. Sam and Max got their start in comics in 1987, courtesy of cartoonist Steve Purcell. They have appeared in many formats over the years, including two seasons of an episodic graphic adventure game series; an award-winning animated series in 1998; an online web comic in 2006, for which Purcell was awarded an Eisner Award for Best Digital Comic; and The 20th Anniversary Edition of the Surfin' the Highway comic anthology which was nominated for a Eisner Award in 2009.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.2
Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 1: The Penal Zone

Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse - Episode 1: The Penal Zone

Platform: PC
April 15, 2010
An otherworldly power for controlling matter and space calls to the strongest and strangest who might wield it -- intergalactic warlords and eldritch gods, under-dwellers and scholars of the arcane. Gaming's greatest dog and rabbit sleuths Sam & Max seek the power's ancient secrets, as manic Max gains shape shifting, teleportation, mind reading and future vision abilities for battling these foes.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
N.Y.Zombies

N.Y.Zombies

Platform: iOS
April 13, 2010
****N.Y.Zombies has been downloaded over 500,000 times! Half a million people addicted to N.Y.Zombies can't be wrong!**** New York City is in ruins, the streets are filled with zombies, and it's up to you to fight your way out and find safety. Blow away zombies with an incredible arsenal of weaponry in a stunning variety of locations including the streets of New York City, underground subways, abandoned highways, rural farmlands, broken down suburbs, mountain caves, and more! Or, try your hand at endless mode, and see how long you can survive -- make sure to submit your score to the global online leader board! How to Play - Drag your finger across the screen to look up, down, and 360 degrees around you - Tap zombies and other incoming creatures to shoot them - Save survivors - Switch between up to 6 equipped weapons and abilities (make sure to use the right weapon at the right time!) - Earn money to buy and upgrade new weapons and abilities after each level - Blow away zombies and have fun! Features - Unique mix of casual, yet strategic game play - this is not just a mindless shooter! - 2 game play modes: story and endless - In-depth story line - Global online leader board - Over 20 completely different, dynamic levels; fight in places you've never experienced in an iPhone game - the inside of a subway car, cornfields, Central Park, rooftops and more! - In your face action: fight dozens of zombies at once coming at you from every direction - Over 20 upgradable weapons and abilities including mini gun, shotgun, sniper rifle, proximity mines, medpacks, machete, chainsaw, and more! - 11 different enemy types, from giant zombies standing over 10 feet tall, to lumbering fat zombies, to cop zombies, and tumor zombies - Over 20 achievements, each with its own highly detailed trophy - Hours of game play and tons of re-playability! To watch a game play trailer and check out more screen shots, visit http://www.foursakenmedia.com/#/work/nyz Still not convinced? Check out the lite version! ** If anyone is having ANY issues with the game, please contact us with more information via the support email link :)
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Ozone

Ozone

Platform: iOS
April 9, 2010
··· LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER - 80% OFF!!! ··· GET IT WHILE IT'S HOT!!! ······································ Can a game be a piece of art? ------- REVIEWS ------------------------- * FEATURED BY APPLE IN -NEW AND NOTEWORTHY- AND -WHAT'S HOT- "It's certainly one of the more engrossing titles I've spent time with in recent months." -- Touch Arcade "Ozone has one of the simplest set ups around, but delivers past glories to serve up a puzzler-c*m-platformer of real merit." -- Pocket Gamer "Let me start preface this review by saying this: This game is awesome." -- TouchGen "Ozone is a fun, beautiful, challenging game that will tickle your visual-auditory fancy." -- 148Apps "You won’t find many other games like Ozone in the Appstore and certainly not as polished and fun to play" -- Wedotech ------- USER COMMENTS ------------------- "Insanely nice artwork and graphics." -- User comment "This is a title with so much quality, many or most of the App Store games are far from reaching." -- User comment "It is a sure thing... A Game CAN be a piece of Art." -- User comment ------- THE GAME ------------------------ Dive into the galaxy of Ozone and unveil the secrets of this unique audio-visual experience, a mix of art and technology, never before seen or heard on a mobile device. Discover more than fifty beautiful 3D worlds with highly detailed graphics, and listen to the crystal clear soundtrack. Play in a fast paced way or simply relax by floating around gazing at the wonderful effects. Prepare to be amazed. Enter Ozone! ------- FEATURES ------------------------ * 50+ unique 3D levels divided into four themed worlds. * Several hours of gameplay including labyrinths, secrets, items, enemies, physics, traps, end-of-level bosses and more... * Smooth and beautiful hand-crafted visuals. * High quality and original ambient soundtrack. You can freely download it from our website. * Stunning new sound effects. * Create your own levels with our custom Level Editor compatible with MacOS, Windows and Linux systems. * Future downloadable contents to expand the game. * Created by people that previously worked in high-end titles like Motorstorm 2 and Heavy Rain. NOTE: The ability to play custom levels will be added in the next update. ------- iPad ---------------------------- * Ozone HD for iPad now available! www.ozonehd.com ----------------------------------------- Visit the official website to see more in-game screenshots and videos, get the free soundtrack and the level editor. ozone.geardome.com ----------------------------------------- Get our latest news and discounts: * Follow us on Twitter: twitter.geardome.com * Connect with us on Facebook: facebook.geardome.com * Subscribe to our RSS feed: rss.geardome.com -----------------------------------------
Metascore:
83
User Score:
tbd
Silent Swords ZERO

Silent Swords ZERO

Platform: iOS
April 9, 2010
Silent Swords is a fun ninja stealth action game for your iPhone and iPod touch! Help the Little Black Ninja sneak his way through dangerous levels to collect all the legendary crystals and unleash the true power of the Silent Swords. --- FEATURES --- • True stealth ninja action at your fingertips! • Avoid the lights and become invisible in the shadows • Wide selection of controls • Dispatch nearby enemies using gesture-driven sword attacks • Throw shurikens and poisonous darts to knock down enemies before they notice you • Use your environment for camouflage • A trilling story told through beautifully drawn comic book pages • Extra levels to unlock once you finish the main quest. More levels to come in future updates! • OpenFeint achievements --- WHAT'S NEW FOR FANS OF THE ORIGINAL SILENT SWORDS --- • Learn more about the story behind the Silent Swords and the Little Black Ninja • 25 new story levels across 3 different settings: the dangerous underground mines, the freezing snow-covered mountains and the mysterious temple ruins. • Extra levels to unlock once you finish the main quest • New weapons! Throw darts to put your enemies to sleep, use smoke bombs to teleport anywhere in the blink of an eye! • New enemies! The military have employed civilians to aid them in their endeavors. Be careful, the ninja’s honor code forbids the slaughter of innocent souls. • New stealth moves! In snowy levels you can hide under the snow to go unnoticed even in lit areas. --- WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING --- "BUY - Fans of Silent Swords and the little ninja will be thrilled for more of the game and newcomers will experience a wonderful new world playing Silent Swords Zero. This game is highly recommended and will give you tons of enjoyment." (NoDPad.com) "KISS IT - Silent Swords Zero makes for a fun and enjoyable stealth game – especially true if you liked the first. Totally worth your hard-earned $2.99." (TouchMyApps.com) "Silent Swords Zero improves much from the original, and it's a stealth based game that's definitely worth its $2.99 price tag." (Jeff Yue, Reviews Writer) "????? - This game is spectacular!! Answers many of my questions from the first game!! A must have for fans of Splinter Cell and other stealth based games." (skate4yalife, iTunes review)
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Fishie Fishie

Fishie Fishie

Platform: Wii
April 5, 2010
[WiiWare] Welcome to FISHIE FISHIE, a game that can be played with just one button. You're going to experience something extraordinary that will really test your reflexes. The game contains a series of tutorials that will teach you not only how to control your fishie, but also how to use the various game modes. In Fishie Fishie, you are a fish that must eat all the time. You also have to finish several different game modes as quickly as possible. Every second counts. To win, you'll have to get through more than 100 levels spread over seven game modes: Story, Soccer, Capture the Star, Survival, Skill and a large competition. Play solo or allow up to four people to play on the same screen. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
48
User Score:
tbd
Heavy Rain Chronicles Episode 1: The Taxidermist

Heavy Rain Chronicles Episode 1: The Taxidermist

Platform: PlayStation 3
April 4, 2010
Heavy Rain: Chronicle One – The Taxidermist features investigative journalist Madison Paige in one of her first cases tracking down a serial killer.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.7
Again: Interactive Crime Novel

Again: Interactive Crime Novel

Platform: DS
April 2, 2010
Again is an interactive crime novel from the developers of Hotel Dusk and Trace Memory.
Metascore:
52
User Score:
6.7
Star Wars: Cantina

Star Wars: Cantina

Platform: iOS
April 2, 2010
Hop in the shoes of galactic adventurer Nia Adea and try your hand at running a little cantina on Tatooine - serving refreshments on a hot desert planet can get really hectic! Featuring a colorful clientele familiar to all fans of classic Star Wars: trigger-happy Rodians, burly Gamorreans, Imperial stormtroopers and even a Hutt among others. There is never a dull moment in the Thirsty Bantha Cantina! Star Wars: Cantina is all about trying to keep your cool when a steady stream of demanding customers all want your attention at the same time. Robb the bartender will take care of mixing the drinks but your task is to see that the right beverage finds its way to the right customer. And don’t keep them waiting, some of the customers are real troublemakers! Working towards your daily quota, accuracy and speed are essential. As a reward for a job well done, outfit your cantina with decorations and attractions to appeal to even the most difficult customers. Familiar Star Wars characters, original and colorful visual style, a customizable cantina and casual but challenging gameplay make sure that the game feels as fresh as a cool drink on a hot Tatooine afternoon. Key Features: • Run your own Star Wars Cantina. • A humorous take on the Star Wars universe. • Take orders, deliver drinks and serve customers to maximize your tips! • Customize your cantina with upgrades to make your customers enjoy themselves more. • Career Mode with increasingly challenging levels and a story told through cartoon visuals. • Endless Shift Mode: see how long you can keep up with the stream of customers. For games that really rock (and roll and shake and...) check out www.youtube.com/thqwireless Other games from THQ Wireless: CHOP SUSHI! – Master Chef’s quirky puzzle adventure. STAR WARS THE FORCE UNLEASHED – iPhone version of the hugely successful console game. PASS THE PIGS – A dice game with a difference! DE BLOB – Paint the town Red, Blue, or Green. iPhone version of the best selling Wii game STAR WARS SOUND BOARD – The best sound bites from your favourite Star Wars characters! INDIANA JONES SOUND BOARD – The best sound bites from the world’s greatest action hero! SUPER FRUITFALL – Match-3, screen tilting puzzle fun! WWE LEGENDS – Relive, rewrite or redefine the greatest moments in WWE History PET VET - Animal lover’s dream – care for all creatures great and small with no vets fees! UP! – The official game of the Disney.Pixar motion picture TREASURE GRAB – A maze chase game of stealing everything INDIANA JONES AND THE LOST PUZZLES - Indiana Jones’ first ever puzzle adventure!
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
The Sims 3: World Adventures

The Sims 3: World Adventures

Platform: iOS
April 2, 2010
AN ALL-NEW SIMS EXPERIENCE – FROM THE #1 BEST-SELLING GAME OF THE YEAR ON THE APP STORE. Take your Sims on thrilling adventures to world famous destinations. EXPLORE 3 EXOTIC DESTINATIONS …“Al Simhara,” Egypt… “Champs Les Sims,” France… “Shang SimLa,” China. Each exciting location is loaded with a world of possibilities for danger, adventure, and romance for your Sim. MEET GLOBAL CHALLENGES Enjoy an international twist on the Sims-style gameplay you know and love with 52 new goals, 4 new mini-games -- plus personas, careers, and quests. ENJOY MORE CUSTOM CONTENT Let your Sim sport the local looks of the culture and acquire worldly tastes. There are lots of new clothing styles, furniture selections, and even new face types to choose from. IMPORT/EXPORT BETWEEN THE SIMS™ GAMES FOR iPHONE® & iPOD TOUCH® Yes! You can transfer your Sim back and forth between the iPhone® & iPod touch® versions of The Sims™ World Adventures and The Sims 3. So bring your favorite Sim on your adventure. INCLUDES SIMS-STYLE MUSICAL ACCOMPANIMENT FROM WELL-KNOWN ARTISTS Travel to the tunes of artists like LeAnn Rimes – singing in Simlish, of course! ________________________________________ CHECK OUT OUR OTHER EXCITING GAMES: TETRIS®, MONOPOLY, Need for Speed™ Shift, SCRABBLE & 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ by EA Sports™ COMING SOON: SimCity™ Deluxe & Mirror's Edge™ GIFT THIS APP: Click the “Buy App” arrow on the iTunes® App Store Be the first to know! Get inside EA info on great deals, plus the latest game updates, tips & more… VISIT US: ea.com/iphone FOLLOW US: twitter.com/eamobile LIKE US: facebook.com/eamobile
Metascore:
77
User Score:
2.0
Mirror's Edge

Mirror's Edge

Platform: iOS
April 1, 2010
DON’T LOOK BACK! Made to maximize the visual intensity of the iPhone 4 Retina Display, get the cutting edge in adrenaline-driven gameplay on the App Store™! One of the most eagerly anticipated action games of the year, the Mirror’s Edge experience for iPhone® & iPod touch® will leave you breathless! ENTER THE WORLD OF MIRROR’S EDGE True to the tradition that has made Mirror’s Edge a fan favorite around the world, immerse yourself in the world of Faith Connors – an underground “Runner” who bolts into action to stop a deadly threat in a “perfect society” full of sinister surveillance and relentless pursuers. EXPERIENCE BREATHTAKING VISUAL POWER Envisioned for the iPhone 4 Retina Display and iOS 4, the vivid HD quality delivers stunning visual clarity as you pound through a graphically rich cityscape flooded with realistic sounds, a pulsating soundtrack, and dynamic camera angles. You’ve never seen or felt a game for iPhone & iPod touch quite like this. ONCE YOU BECOME A RUNNER, THERE’S NO LOOKING BACK Run up walls, slide down ramps, ride zip lines, and hurdle between rooftops as you burn through 14 levels of increasing intensity in single-player combat mode. Think fast on your feet, engage in furious hand-to-hand combat, elude your enemies, and push yourself to the very edge. ____________________________________ ** DON'T MISS OUR OTHER EXCITING GAMES! ** TETRIS®, Rock Band®, SCRABBLE, Madden NFL 11 by EA Sports™, MONOPOLY & The Sims™ 3 Ambitions COMING SOON: OPERATION and FIFA 11 by EA Sports™ GIFT THIS APP: Click the “Buy App” arrow on the iTunes® App Store Be the first to know! Get inside EA info on great deals, plus the latest game updates, tips & more… VISIT US: ea.com/iphone FOLLOW US: twitter.com/eamobile LIKE US: facebook.com/eamobile WATCH US: youtube.com/eamobilegames
Metascore:
89
User Score:
6.9
Prison Break: The Conspiracy

Prison Break: The Conspiracy

Platform: Xbox 360
April 1, 2010
Prison Break - The Conspiracy takes you inside the Prison Break world like never before. You are Tom Paxton, a Company agent sent inside Fox River Penitentiary to observe and report on a prisoner named Michael Scofield... What you will find will change your Prison Break experience forever. [Deep Silver]
Metascore:
40
User Score:
4.8
Sam & Max Episode 1: The Penal Zone for iPad

Sam & Max Episode 1: The Penal Zone for iPad

Platform: iOS
April 1, 2010
** SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY PRICE: $6.99 ** Wield psychic powers against fearsome foes in this epic comedy adventure! An absolutely stunning iPad app, featuring top quality visuals, fully animated 3D characters, rich full 3D environments, an original score and top quality voice acting! + + + “We got a look at the first episode and came away impressed.” IGN “Looking like a genre reinvention.” G4 “One psychic ability allows [Max] to transform into any physical object … an interesting puzzle-solving device ... and since it lets Max turn into stuff like plants and bazookas, it's also super funny.” Joystiq “Good to have you back, little buddies” Adventure Gamers + + + In The Devil’s Playhouse, Telltale's episodic game series made for iPad, an otherworldy power for controlling matter and space calls to the strongest and strangest who might wield it -- intergalactic warlords and eldritch gods, under-dwellers and scholars of the arcane. Episode 1 The Penal Zone starts off with a bang as intergalactic gorilla invader Skunk'ape sets his sights on unhinged rabbit Max, to seize his newly discovered mysterious powers. While mastering these abilities -- future sight, teleportation, shape shifting, mind reading -- and investigating their ancient source, Freelance Police Sam & Max must fend off Skunk’ape and get him banished to The Penal Zone. Getting involved in Sam & Max’s adventure with the luxurious iPad screen and the super touch-friendly presentation, players will engage directly with this world in a unique gaming experience unlike anything that’s come before. One of the best looking games you'll find for the system. The epic comedy saga plays out in 5 monthly episodes from Telltale that get more and more twisted as they go. + + + Note: As a graphics rich 3D app, this game will play best if you don't have other apps running at the same time. 1. Hold down the sleep/wake button at the top of the device for a few seconds until the screen displays the message 'slide to power off.' 2. Power off the device by moving the slider. 3. Hold down the sleep/wake button again until the device powers back on. 4. When the home screen is displayed, relaunch the game.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
N.O.V.A. - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance HD

N.O.V.A. - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance HD

Platform: iOS
March 31, 2010
IGN’s Action Game of the Year is now available for your iPad! The premier sci-fi FPS on iPad takes full advantage of the device’s capabilities for optimal fluidity and staggering graphics, creating the most impressive gaming experience to date. With Earth no longer able to sustain life, huge artificial satellites called “near-orbitals” were constructed for people to live on. To protect themselves, the near-orbitals banded together to form N.O.V.A., the Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance. Now, a strange threat has emerged from the darkness of space. A Marine ship, reported missing just a week ago, has suddenly reappeared and is headed directly for the near-orbitals, ignoring all communications. Against his will, retired Marine hero Kal Wardin is forcefully returned to active duty to prevent mankind's annihilation. Get ready for unparalleled action on the iPad! iPAD OPTIMIZED CONTROLS - Curve your grenade’s trajectory with the new 2-finger-based throwing move - Perform multiple surgical kills at once with multi-target acquisition - More intuitive than ever, thanks to numerous multi-touch controls on-screen EPIC SINGLE-PLAYER CAMPAIGN - 13 insane levels - 5 environments, from the real to the fantastic: Jungle, snow mountains, spaceship, bunker, and an alien city - 6 weapons: Assault rifle, shotgun, sniper rifle, handgun, rocket launcher and plasma gun – plus grenades & machine gun turrets on certain levels FRANTIC MULTIPLAYER MODE - 1-4 player Deathmatch locally or online on 5 different maps - Play against your friends or the entire world through Gameloft LIVE! - Worldwide leaderboards in the game & on the official website, www.near-orbit-vanguard-alliance.com A TECHNOLOGICAL LEAP - Full 3D rendered environments enhanced by highly detailed graphics - 3 basic control schemes, plus a fully customizable interface - An intense drama enhanced by cinematics and character voices Join the fight for mankind's survival against the aggressive aliens known as Judgers in this immersive space opera. ------------------------------------------ N.O.V.A., the Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, wants you to support the fight! Enlist on Twitter: @NOVA_fps Visit www.near-orbit-vanguard-alliance.com for more information. Also available from Gameloft on the iPad: Asphalt 5, Real Soccer 2010, Modern Combat: Sandstorm, NFL 2010, Dungeon Hunter and Let's Golf!
Metascore:
65
User Score:
tbd
Prison Break: The Conspiracy

Prison Break: The Conspiracy

Platform: PC
March 30, 2010
Prison Break - The Conspiracy takes you inside the Prison Break world like never before. You are Tom Paxton, a Company agent sent inside Fox River Penitentiary to observe and report on a prisoner named Michael Scofield... What you will find will change your Prison Break experience forever. [Deep Silver]
Metascore:
47
User Score:
6.3
Prison Break: The Conspiracy

Prison Break: The Conspiracy

Platform: PlayStation 3
March 30, 2010
Prison Break - The Conspiracy takes you inside the Prison Break world like never before. You are Tom Paxton, a Company agent sent inside Fox River Penitentiary to observe and report on a prisoner named Michael Scofield... What you will find will change your Prison Break experience forever. [Deep Silver]
Metascore:
42
User Score:
4.2
Bounce On 2: Drallo's Demise

Bounce On 2: Drallo's Demise

Platform: iOS
March 29, 2010
The anticipated sequel to the critically acclaimed platformer, Bounce On, is here! Team Phobic is proud to release Bounce on 2: Drallo's Demise. Roll your way through the Floating Ruins, explore space on the Orbital Platform, and finish the fight in Drallo's Fortress. Customize your character, find hidden secrets, fight against unique bosses and collect gems! With different level objectives to select, and over 100 keys to collect, Bounce On 2: Drallo's Demise will keep you playing and playing! Bounce On 2 is Plus+ enabled. Compete for best times on Plus+ leaderboards, finish awards, save game data online, and brag to friends on Twitter and Facebook. Plus+ challenges will be added in an upcoming update. Fans of the original will love the improvements, and newcomers to the series will have no problem jumping right in. Bounce On 2 features incredible 2D/3D graphics, amazing lighting effects, and is packed with beautiful artwork and 21 unique musical tracks to add to the fun. Use the accelorometer or touch controls. The graphics scale to utilize the capabilities of newer devices. Bounce On 2: Drallo's Demise is suitable for all ages and skill levels. With level difficulties ranging from super easy to near impossible, Bounce On 2 has something for everyone. Team Phobic is dedicated to supporting and listening to our customers. Don't hesitate to leave a review or contact us with your input. Follow us on twitter @teamphobic. Start at the beginning of the adventure in Bounce On, and be sure to check out our other games: iTD and Micro Mayhem. All are available in the App Store now!
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd
We Rule

We Rule

Platform: iOS
March 20, 2010
Welcome to a fanciful world of kingdoms where you and your friends rule! Farm. Build. Rule. FEATURES - Over 20 varieties of delicious crops to plant, grow and harvest - Over 50 unique structures to build and customize your kingdom - Dozen of unique Villager professions to keep your citizen population active - Mystical power of Mojo speeds up your harvesting and building projects - Vibrant 3D art, charming characters and a persistent, connected world - Integration with Plus+, the social play network, with awards, friend search and more - Ongoing game updates with customizations, features, themes and more You. Your friends. Your community. Direct your citizens to farm the land and harvest crops for sale. Extract natural land resources and develop your estate’s infrastructure. Expand housing, and collect taxes from your citizens. Reap the rewards of your farming, development and trade to transform a humble castle into a sprawling kingdom. You’re the grand architect. You decide the lay of the land - where to plot farm patches, mount castle towers, build houses and stables, open town shops and more. Will you be the mightiest ruler in your community of kingdoms? Invite friends through Plus+ to grow your realms together. Visit their kingdoms to watch them grow – be inspired or claim your bragging rights. ;) Expand the grandeur of your kingdom now – more farmland, infrastructure and gold – for all to see! We Rule is an evolving world, and you and your friends have the tools to shape its future. Visit your living kingdom every day to explore new content, and send us feedback to inspire its ongoing development. This is our journey, and it begins now! Get involved: http://next.ngmoco.com Build your kingdom in the world of We Rule today! We Rule is powered by Plus+, the premier social play network for players on the go. We Rule was created by ngmoco:) and Newtoy exclusively for the iPhone and iPod touch. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Want more? Website: http://next.ngmoco.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/werulegame ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Designed for the iPhone and iPod touch *Network connection required.
Metascore:
74
User Score:
tbd
Aftermath

Aftermath

Platform: iOS
March 16, 2010
Alone in an infested city, you must survive the night using your skills with flashlight, guns and grenades to evade and destroy the city's deadly denizens. "If you're looking for an atmospheric zombie shooter, this one's an easy recommendation." - Touch Arcade "Aftermath isn't your average twin-stick zombie shooter, it's almost art." - App Spy * Illuminate your surroundings with real-time lighting never before seen on iPhone/iPod Touch. * Unique intelligent control system designed specifically for iPhone/iPod Touch. Light up your enemies to shoot and choose how to use your grenades wisely. * Fight through the zombie horde while taking care of cunning Spewers, bullish Screamers and lumbering Fatties. * Relive the trials and near-escapes of the night as you progress through the story mode. * Infinite replayability with score-attack challenge levels. * OpenFeint Enabled - Replay any level to better your score and compete against players around the world. * Play with headphones to fully experience atmospheric 3D audio.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space

Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space

Platform: Wii
March 16, 2010
Join the Freelance Police for a second season of adventure, crime fighting, and chaos. Sam & Max Beyond Time and Space starts with a giant robot attack and never lets up, taking our valiant crime fighters on a gut-wrenching mission from the North Pole to Easter Island, from outer space to Hell and back. Babies will dance. Mariachis will sing. A giant battle robot will trash the streets. And when their friends are caught in the middle, Sam & Max risk their very souls to set things right. Five episodes: In the award-winning second season of the episodic Sam & Max series, five full episodes take Sam & Max to Hell and back on a mission to save their friends -- and their very souls. [Telltale Games]
Metascore:
64
User Score:
8.2
Rayman 2: The Great Escape

Rayman 2: The Great Escape

Platform: iOS
March 1, 2010
Rayman, the world-famous video game icon, is back and ready for action! Relive all the enjoyment of Rayman 2: The Great Escape, the game that brought the armless hero into 3D environments for the first time! 45 FULLY 3D ENVIRONMENTS: For the first time in an iPhone/iPod Touch platform game, every environment is fully rendered in 3D! Explore waterfalls, deep sea caves, and pirate hideouts RESCUE RAYMAN’S WORLD Ruthless pirates have invaded the Glades of Dreams to capture and enslave Rayman's friends. Your mission: to free Rayman's friends and reap the reward of their magical powers, defeat barbaric pirates and gather the four masks of Polokus. MULTIPLE TYPES OF GAMEPLAY Help Rayman run, climb, swim, water-ski and even fly with his helicopter hair. Use the virtual stick to control Rayman in all directions and activate his magical powers! A FAST-PACED ADVENTURE Follow the road to victory by flying rockets, riding whirlwinds and surfing on lava streams Dozens of hours of fun you can take even further by collecting all 1,000 hidden lums scattered across the levels!
Metascore:
53
User Score:
7.4
Astro Ranch

Astro Ranch

Platform: iOS
February 28, 2010
ASTRO RANCH in collaboration with www.FreeAppADay.com will be free today and today only! THE FARMING GAME THAT’S OUT OF THIS WORLD... Grow crops, raise livestock and then kick back, go fishing or make friends with the locals. All this and much, much more… "Astro Ranch really is a throwback to some of the console gaming’s best moments. 4/5" TouchMyApps.com "a title capable of going toe-to-toe with Nintendo's finest at a fraction of the cost. 8/10 SILVER AWARD" PocketGamer.co.uk "a game with superb depth and detail. 83% GOLD AWARD" mobilegamefaqs.com "I had a great time visiting Astro Ranch. 4.5/5" Touchgen.com "one of the best simulation games so far. If you’re a fan of Farmville then this is definitely a good pick up." AppAdvice.com * THE ADVENTURE BEGINS * Blasting off from earth, Sindy and Max the intrepid Starlight twins set off for an adventure beyond the stars. Watch out! Disaster is close at hand! As the twins fight for control of the rocket irreparable damage is done to the control system. Now the rocket is on a collision course with a strange alien planet and only one escape pod remains… * MEET THE LOCALS * After surviving the crash landing you find yourself alone with only your damaged robot dog Rusty for company… or so you thought! The crater in which you’ve landed is occupied by a variety of aliens, some more friendly than others. You’ll soon get to know them and they’ll even offer you work if you can find the time! * BUILD YOUR RANCH * Astro Ranch features a large variety of alien crops, animals and tools to help you build the ranch of your dreams! Watch the stock market daily to ensure you get the best price and as you gain experience purchase the many upgrades that are available to help productivity. * MINI-GAMES * After a hard day working the land there is nothing better than being able to relax with a spot of fishing! Your ranch has a number of great fishing spots and a wide variety of alien fish to catch. Fishing not your thing? Why not try gold panning down at prospectors creek, or the ancient alien game of tree shaking! * SHARE THE EXPERIENCE * Astro Ranch has a host of social features powered by Scoreloop and Facebook that allow you to share your game experience with others. You can send letters, gifts and galactic chips to friends; compare ranch values and boast of your achievements on Facebook! * KEY FEATURES * • The first ever space themed farming game. • Amazing alien world bought to life with awesome 3D graphics. • Ranch management and quest based game-play. • Wide variety of alien crops, animals, tools and upgrades. • Fishing, gold panning and tree shaking mini-games. • Social features allow you to connect and compete with friends • Customise your game with downloadable clothes and décor (additional cost) Do you think you have what it takes to build the best space ranch ever? Download Astro Ranch today and blast off into an adventure that’s out of this world! Feedback your update ideas and comments astroranch@tag-games.com Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/taggames
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Vector Tanks EXTREME!

Vector Tanks EXTREME!

Platform: iOS
February 25, 2010
You are in command of a futuristic tank amid a surreal 3D battlefield. Enemy tanks are everywhere. Survival seems impossible! Your mission: Take out as many enemy targets as you can before you are destroyed... "Vector Tanks EXTREME!", is a Vector Tanks experience WAY over the top for those seeking a bit more of a challenge. Are you ready? Prepare for a bloodbath! * Featuring jeeps, helicopters, and 3 unique types of tanks. * New powerups! Railgun, Homing Missile, Nukes, and Rapid Fire. * Two modes of gameplay - Combat and RAGE! * Positional sound effects! * Featuring the professional voice talents of Jon St. John and Jeff Straub.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Heavy Rain

Heavy Rain

Platform: PlayStation 3
February 23, 2010
How Far Will You Go To Save Someone You Love? Experience a gripping psychological thriller filled with innumerable twists and turns, where choices and actions can result in dramatic consequences. Spanning four days of mystery and suspense, the hunt is on for a murderer known only as the Origami Killer - named after his macabre calling card of leaving behind folded paper shapes at crime scenes. Four characters, each following their own leads and with their own motives, must take part in a desperate attempt to prevent the killer from claiming a new victim. [Sony]
Metascore:
87
User Score:
7.8
Art of Murder: Cards of Destiny

Art of Murder: Cards of Destiny

Platform: PC
February 23, 2010
A mysterious package begins an epic duel of minds between FBI agent Nicole Bonnet and a ruthless serial killer, who leaves playing cards by the bodies of his victims as signature. Does Nicole have what it takes to understand the mind of a psychopath, as complicated as his puzzles? If not, she can end up as his next trophy... Dark plot set in the best traditions of police thrillers. Pieces of evidence that Reed to be found and analyzed. Detailed locations in various places of the United States. [City Interactive]
Metascore:
57
User Score:
5.5
Brothers In Arms 2: Global Front

Brothers In Arms 2: Global Front

Platform: iOS
February 22, 2010
The highly acclaimed Brothers in Arms series returns for its most compelling battle yet amidst the fires of WWII. *** "The multiplayer experience is excellent."*** Slide to Play, 4/4 *** "A pretty amazing looking game, very "modern console"-like." *** Touch Arcade -------------------------------------------------------------------------- JOIN YOUR ALLIES ONLINE For the first time, challenge up to 5 friends to multiplayer battles on a variety of five maps in 3 different modes (Free For All, Team Deathmatch, Domination). You can connect locally via Bluetooth or even go online with Wi-Fi to battle friends anywhere. A FIGHT ACROSS THE GLOBE Experience every front of the war with battles raging across 5 locations and 13 levels: Pacific, Normandy, North Africa, Germany, Sicily. WAR MACHINES Take control of 3 different vehicles including the tank, off-road vehicle or glider to overrun your opponents - or to make a daring escape. You can even jump behind the vehicle turret to lay waste to foes with the machine gun. THE BATTLE COMES TO LIFE The stunning graphics and authentic settings are inspired by real life battlefields from WWII and created in detailed 3D. AN EPIC EXPERIENCE Witness compelling cinematic moments with more interaction between you and your squad members that deepens the gameplay. AN ARSENAL AT YOUR DISPOSAL Grab a wide variety of historically accurate weapons including machine guns, bazookas, sniper rifles and flamethrowers. Unlock 26 trophies and show them off to friends over Gameloft LIVE! -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also available from Gameloft: N.O.V.A. – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, GT Racing: Motor Academy, James Cameron’s Avatar, Modern Combat: Sandstorm, Driver, Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. *** Follow Gameloft on Twitter to get more info about this game and all our upcoming titles at http://twitter.com/gameloft or go read our official blog at http://blog.gameloft.com/ ***
Metascore:
83
User Score:
6.6
Disney Alice In Wonderland - An Adventure Beyond The Mirror

Disney Alice In Wonderland - An Adventure Beyond The Mirror

Platform: iOS
February 22, 2010
You’re invited to download a very important game! Hurry, don’t be late! Be one of the first to download the new game inspired by the highly anticipated Disney film from Tim Burton. Play as Alice and solve a series of puzzles with help from the Mad Hatter, White Rabbit and other memorable characters from the movie. Explore a world filled with whimsical settings, optical illusions, challenging puzzles, and formidable adversaries. Master unique abilities with the help of Alice’s friends: • Freeze time with the White Rabbit • Make objects appear or disappear with the Cheshire Cat • Use the power of Telekinesis with the March Hare • Transform objects from one world to another with the help of the Mad Hatter Unlock Hidden Objects in Alice’s Journal with your GPS, Camera, Photo Library, and by playing the game! With hundreds of puzzles and curious challenges, you’d have to be as Mad as a Hatter to not be playing Alice in Wonderland. See the film in dazzling Disney Digital 3D, March 5th 2010!
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Endless Ocean: Blue World

Endless Ocean: Blue World

Platform: Wii
February 22, 2010
(Also known as "Endless Ocean 2: Adventures of the Deep") Endless Ocean: Blue World builds on the ocean experience first introduced with Endless Ocean.While the last game emphasized relaxation, this one is designed with more adventure in mind. Divers might find themselves escaping from or calming down attacking sharks, exploring shipwrecks or finding treasure. Endless Ocean: Blue World also has more creatures and improved graphics designed to fully immerse players in an ocean environment that they can freely explore at their own pace. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
76
User Score:
8.6
Crime Scene

Crime Scene

Platform: DS
February 16, 2010
Matt Simmons is a fresh recruit as a forensic detective in the police force. Hitting the ground running, Matt is faced with his first case: the horrific double-murder of a fellow detective and his wife. Using his arsenal of advanced forensic technology, Matt must comb the crime scene, picking up clues and trying to piece together what happened. In this thrilling mystery adventure, you'll help Matt unravel the clues in intriguing murder mysteries and clean up the town in a corrupt city where justice is a rare event. [SouthPeak Games]
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth

Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth

Platform: DS
February 16, 2010
Miles Edgeworth is the famed rival prosecutor of court-house-dynamo Phoenix Wright. Since becoming the youngest prosecutor in the country at the tender age of 20, Miles Edgeworth built quite the reputation for himself by putting away bad guys in short order. However, after several confrontations against Wright, he has changed his approach to seeking the truth. Unfortunately, Wright was only the beginning of his troubles. The flashy prosecutor in the wine red suit is plagued by a series of deaths that seem to follow him wherever he goes. To obtain the truth, Miles Edgeworth will take center stage in an exciting suspense-filled drama that requires him to dive into the mysterious world of crime scene investigation. [Capcom]
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.2
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Justice for All

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Justice for All

Platform: Wii
February 15, 2010
[WiiWare] Phoenix Wright is back as the second game in the popular Ace Attorney hand-held franchise comes to the WiiWare service. As Phoenix Wright, you'll play through four shocking new cases in first-person perspective. The game features two unique game play modes. In Investigations Mode, you'll survey crime scenes, interview witnesses and gather evidence. You'll then present findings, listen to testimonials and examine witnesses in Court Mode. JUSTICE FOR ALL also includes a new "Psyche-Lock" feature that allows Phoenix to use a line of questioning to reveal inconsistencies in witness testimony. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
71
User Score:
8.2
Spotto!

Spotto!

Platform: DS
February 15, 2010
[DSiWare] Meet Spotto, a plucky duck on a mission. Ill-behaved ghosts have kidnapped Chikkie Wowwow, President Wowwow's daughter. Spotto, being the world's foremost Bombirdier, must follow these ghosts to a haunted house and use his trusty bombs to blast the baddies. Take control of Spotto, adjusting his aim with the stylus and trying to toss bombs into the ghosts' mouths in 50 "explosive" stages. Along the way, you'll avoid obstacles (or use them to your advantage), find powerful Super Bombs to inflict even more damage and even encounter a frighteningly large ghost or two. With multiple modes of play and numerous solutions for successfully blasting ghosts to pieces, this is one haunted house you'll want to visit often. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
84
User Score:
5.8
Rise of the Triad: Dark War

Rise of the Triad: Dark War

Platform: iOS
February 12, 2010
Welcome to the H.U.N.T. (High-risk United Nations Task-force)! Fate of millions is at stake as you battle a maniac cult leader El Oscuro and his minions with your awesome high-tech weaponry like the Falmewall cannon, which leaves a trail of charred skeletons in its wake. You will also find magical instruments and weapons so incredible they defy description. Its your assignment to annihilate and destroy… To ensure peace on Earth. As you enjoy the non-stop action fighting trough four full episodes containing 32 levels, discover why Rise of the Triad can't be sold in Germany and why it was the fist game to earn highest rating from RSAC for gratuitous violence. Play as one of the five H.U.N.T. members: Taradino Cassatt, Thi Barrett, Lorelei Ni, Doug Wendt, or Ian Paul Freeley. Each member possesses unique characteristics allowing for diverse gaming experience emphasizing balance, speed, accuracy, and strength. Use thirteen hardcore weapons available to bring destruction to your adversaries as you make your way through super huge levels nearly one million sq. feet in size and 16 stories high. Be as destructive as you can and earn Ludicrous Gibs!!! Discover cult's magical powers and use them to your advantage. Smite the enemy in the God Mode, bring pain from the above as you fly in Mercury Mode, take the bite out of evil in the Dog Mode, and more! Experience the game that changed the industry by introducing many firsts which are now standards of the first person shooter genre and the entire gaming industry: * Multiple playable characters with unique qualities * Jump pads * Fog * Breakable glass * Bullet holes * Level-over-Level environments * Panoramic skies * Dynamic lighting * Environmental hazards * Looking up and Looking down * Graphical Gore Control * Parental Lockout Codes * First Self Rated Game on the market This classic game on the iPhone features: * An iPhone OS port true to the original game * Original game soundtrack * Five customizable control schemes * Fine tuning of customizable controls * Four full game episodes containing 32 super huge levels * Secret levels, hidden rooms, Easter eggs, and other surprises * Play one of five players, each with unique attributes and abilities * Look both up and down, up to 45 degrees, to see what is above and below. * Ten unique, real digitized enemies (actual Apogee employees!)
Metascore:
49
User Score:
tbd
WireWay

WireWay

Platform: iOS
February 11, 2010
WireWay – unique gaming fun for iPhone and iPod touch! Explore the world of Wiley, a lovable arien, and accompany him on his quest to find the precious source of energy called “Elan”. Use the innovative Touch controls to guide Wiley on his journey through 32 breath-taking stages and let him safely reach his goal. Using stretched wires, you move our hero through the levels. Jump from wire to wire, but rook out for falling stones, eerie skulls or floors full of thorns. Collect as many Elan stars as possible in order to make Wiley jump even higher and farther by using super powers. Two additional game modes provide variety and even more fun; In “Flick Trials”, reach your goal with the least possible jumps, and create a unique course for Wil ey in the challenging “Strategery” mode. ----------------------------------------- The expansion pack (available separately) contains 16 new missions for Wiley as well as 8 additional Flick Trial and Strategery challenges.
Metascore:
54
User Score:
tbd
Artist Colony

Artist Colony

Platform: iOS
February 10, 2010
Inspire artists as they perfect their craft and restore and revive the ARTIST COLONY to its former glory! GAMEZEBO says "ARTIST COLONY is surprisingly deep and an enjoyable game and is well worth your time and money, especially if you're a fan of people simulations. The unique concept is well-designed and successfully executed, and should provide many engaging hours of fun."* -- A DRAMATIC AND ARTISTICALLY CHARGED CASUAL SIMULATION GAME! -- Nurture your artists: Make sure they are rested and fed, keep them inspired, help them find love or heartbreak! Sell brilliant works of art as you battle the elements to restore a once-thriving colony and attract new talent. -- 15 CHARACTERS TO MANAGE AND INSPIRE! -- There are 15 aspiring artsy type characters, including painters, sculptors, musicians, dancers and photographers. Make them interact with each other, fall in love, advance in their career, clean up messes they make or rebuild the abandoned building of the colony. -- A VAST ENVIRONMENT TO EXPLORE AND RESTORE! -- More than 12 locations to explore, including a wonderful lake, a music studio, a sculpture building and even a dance studio. Refresh the outdoors and renovate buildings so your artists can enjoy the environment and be inspired for their art! -- COOL AND EASY CONTROLS! -- Use the iPhone's touch interface to drag characters across the screen to make them interact with their environment. Ultra easy to pick and perfectly suitable for the iPhone/iPod Touch screen. -- SHARE WITH YOUR FRIENDS ON FACEBOOK! -- Complete the various tasks and receive awards you can share with your friends on Facebook. Post messages when you sell a masterpiece, when a new artist has arrived or when your artists fall in love with each other! -- BE INSPIRED BY YOUR SONGS WHILE YOU PLAY! -- Play your favorite songs stored on your iPhone/iPod Touch without interrupting your game! More fun games from I-play: Fast and Furious, Bubble Town 2, Dream Day Wedding, Turbo Subs, James Patterson's Women's Murder Club, Paradise Quest, Kingdom Of The Blue Whale, Plan It Green and more! FOLLOW US: twitter.com/iplaygaming FIND US: facebook.com/iplaygaming WATCH OUR VIDEOS: youtube.com/user/IplayMobileGaming *Gamezebo's review applies to the PC version of PARADISE QUEST.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
tbd
Eco Punk

Eco Punk

Platform: iOS
February 8, 2010
From the creators of Rasta Monkey, featured by Apple under "Best Swinging Games", comes the next extremely unique masterpiece - Eco Punk! Pick it up now at this sweet intro price! Take the role of the eco-friendly, pissed-off, skating punk bunny. Defend your neighborhood from pollution by cleaning up the streets and blowing up polluting vehicles in a raging killing spree... what what? BLOWING UP VEHICLES TO SAVE THE ENVIROMENT?! Let this raging environmentalist blow you away with some REALLY AWESOME AVOIDANCE SHOOTING ACTION. -- Features -- - Highly original and addictive, pick-up-and-play action - Intuitive and innovative touchpad controls, specially designed for the iPhone! - Adjust control speed sensitivity - Stunning stylish pre-baked isometric 3d art! - One level that starts easy and becomes very hard a-la doodle jump , let’s see for how long can you survive! - Rude and insulting voice talent, designed to make you ROFL. - Original Hardcore rock soundtrack or Listen to your own music in game! - 7 types of enemy vehicles! - 4 types of power ups! - Hippie motorcycle boss! - Eco Punk is Open Feint enabled with high scores and achievements - tons of garbage to collect;) Recommended for iPod touch 2G users or better. Now let’s clean up these streets!
Metascore:
71
User Score:
tbd
1000: Find 'Em All!

1000: Find 'Em All!

Platform: iOS
February 4, 2010
Will you be the first to collect all 1000? Venture through an imaginary world of exploration and collection! 1000: Find ‘Em All! is a unique adventure game which uses your iPhone’s capabilities to search out 1000 weird and wonderful items located around you. Collect everything from a half eaten jam sandwich to a monkey with a typewriter. Explore, discover and interact in real-life locations and in a vibrant animated world. Collect all 1000 no matter where you are! TREASURE HUNT Locate informative, whimsical, wacky, and even bizarre items on your interactive quest. From a glass eye to a pot of invisible ink, each trinket and gizmo is a missing piece of the collection. PAINT THE TOWN Bring life and colour to a drab grey world by venturing off to uncharted territories. Shake trees, spin windmills, and poke chickens to discover hidden items. FIND A GIFTER NEAR YOU! Seek out item sharing Gifters who are generated from registered Wi-Fi hotspots near your location. Find a slice of moon cheese at your local coffee shop, or discover a bucking bronco in the library. DISCOVER ITEMS IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD Use GPS to hunt down even more collectables! Locate new items in the game world by navigating the real world with the innovative use of Google Maps. This feature is only available on iPhone, running OS 3.0 or later. REQUIREMENTS: Compatible with iPhone and iPod touch, but some features will vary.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
tbd
Tehra Dark Warrior

Tehra Dark Warrior

Platform: iOS
February 2, 2010
For centuries, the land of Sistar was laid waste by countless battles between the human race and the Urka'h, a fearsome breed of demons. Hundreds of thousands of fighters lost their lives in bloody wars, bringing both races to the brink of total destruction. The kings of the humans and the Urka'h saw the need to end a conflict which could only lead to the extinction of both races. So the treaty of Tarkhubal was agreed, and to ensure it was kept, they created an assassin, half human and half Urka'h, so powerful that she could destroy all who tried to break the treaty. Tehra: Dark Warrior, is a thrilling 3D action and adventure game, immersing us in a fantasy world where Orcs, Undead, Mages, enormous Trolls and beasts unknown to man will walk with us through the lands of Sistar, with the single aim of destroying us. Find hidden coffers. Seize special objects from powerful enemies to arm yourself. Release the demonic force within you and multiply your power to become Dark Warrior. Enjoy the most eagerly awaited game for iPhone/iPod Touch. FEATURES: • Fantastic story mode, with detailed 3D scenarios. • MINI GAMES included. • Enter the worldwide competition thanks to the ONLINE MODE. Can you get all the prizes? Will you be the best?* • Sometimes brute strength is not enough. Increase Tehra’s COMBAT AND MAGIC SKILLS during the game. • TWO CHARACTER STATES: Human and Demon. • FLUID MOVEMENTS in a totally 3D environment. • SPECTACULAR GRAPHICS AND SPECIAL EFFECTS, where Tehra: Dark Warrior gets the most from every pixel on your iPod/iPhone. • Hours and hours of gameplay. • SPECTACULAR SOUNDTRACK which will immerse you in this fantasy world. • Totally translated to English, Spanish, German, Italian and French. * Social Platform AGON Online by Aptocore
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 5: Rise of the Pirate God

Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 5: Rise of the Pirate God

Platform: Wii
February 1, 2010
[WiiWare] Here's a shocking series finale that's sure to shiver your timbers. With the Monkey Island world in tatters at the conclusion of the fourth Tales of Monkey Island chapter, we were left to wonder: Who can save the Caribbean?! LeChuck is revealing surprising new characteristics yet again, Guybrush has met a shocking fate and Elaine must confront the ultimate evil with everything at stake. This adventure takes you far beyond the stormy isles as you experience the Rise of the Pirate God. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
83
User Score:
7.7
Guerrilla Bob

Guerrilla Bob

Platform: iOS
January 26, 2010
A fast-action shooter with high-quality visuals and plenty of weaponry! Watch the gameplay trailer: GUERILLABOB.com! "Achievement In Art" Finalist in International Games Festival Mobile Awards 2010 “Top 10 most anticipated iPhone games for 2010 – It's everything we've been asking for in a twin-stick shooter: depth, variety, and rewards. Guerrilla Bob finally delivers the three elements of which others in the genre have been so starved.” – PocketGamer “John Rambo has nothing on Guerrilla Bob.” – GameTrailers “More gunfire and explosions than a Michael Bay action trilogy.” – Cinema Blend “The art design is phenomenal. I said oh, wow! That's something else.” – TouchArcade Get your finger on the trigger and prepare to fire! Guerilla Bob is an action-packed shooter game with stunning visuals, plenty of kick-a*s weaponry, unique enemies, explosive ammunition and non-stop humor. KICK-A*S WEAPONRY Three upgradeable weapons to choose from: the Machine Gun is great for scatter fire and a quick kill; your Rocket Launcher is highly explosive and perfect at dealing spread damage; while the Flamethrower’s deadly up close and ideal for burning bad guys in hiding. FAST-PACED SHOOTER COMBAT VERSUS DEADLY ENEMIES Face an army of fearsome foes wielding weapons of every variety. This is a challenge not for the faint of heart! SECRET AREAS AND POWER-UPS The story mode levels offer non-stop action with numerous gameplay twists plus exploration to discover hidden areas, secret Power-Ups and bonus items! EPIC BOSS FIGHTS The gateway to each new level is guarded by imposing boss enemies with uniquely powerful weapons and tactics. Beware – there may even be a familiar hero from another Chillingo game that you need to defeat to succeed! A VARIETY OF GAMEPLAY MODES Dive into the Story Campaign where Guerilla Bob fights through dangerous canyons, steep deserts and dreadful towns. Alternatively, engage in Survival Mode where endless enemies come at Bob from all directions in a closed arena environment. Extra difficulty modes are for players who think they’re experts! ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK AND PROFESSIONAL VOICES Immerse yourself into this humorous military shooter with an original soundtrack and professionally scripted voice-overs. CRYSTAL LEADERBOARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS Players can see how they compare to the best digital soldiers in the world via a comprehensive scoring system, online leaderboards and achievements through Crystal!
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Shadow of Destiny

Shadow of Destiny

Platform: PSP
January 26, 2010
Shadow of Destiny offers a fun and brain stretching experience that will keep players guessing the storyline until the very end through a number of Time Warp Puzzles. When solved, these puzzles give the players clues to reach the killer. Shadow of Destiny also features a number of multiple endings that can be unlocked through the players' course of choices throughout the game. [Konami]
Metascore:
54
User Score:
8.0
Broken Sword: Director's Cut

Broken Sword: Director's Cut

Platform: iOS
January 24, 2010
*** Special Valentine's Weekend Price *** Paris in the Fall… a brutal murder at the Palais Royale. When Nico Collard is invited to interview statesman Pierre Carchon, she finds herself inextricably drawn into a terrifying conspiracy. One of the all-time classic adventures, multi BAFTA-nominated 'Broken Sword: Director’s Cut' pitches sassy journalist Nico Collard, and intrepid American George Stobbart into a mysterious journey of intrigue and jeopardy. Guide George and Nico on their globe-spanning adventure, exploring exotic locations, solving ancient mysteries, and thwarting a dark conspiracy to reveal the secret truths of the Knights Templar. Featuring a widely-praised touch interface, 'Broken Sword: The Director’s Cut' introduces an intricate new narrative thread, alongside the classic story that has charmed millions of players. It’s time to experience George and Nico’s worldwide adventure in a whole new way, with brand new puzzles, hilarious new jokes, and the distinctive, rich story that made the series so deservedly renowned. This is adventure gaming at its very best. “…this is a must-play game: a latter day blockbuster in a director’s cut form”. The Independent online (5/5) “An extraordinary example of how to properly remake a classic”. Pocket Gamer (9/10) “Broken Sword's creative touch interface works like a charm on the iPhone screen”. Touch Arcade Broken Sword: Shadow Of The Templars has always been a stellar example of video games' potential as a storytelling medium; now it also serves as a masterclass in porting to a handheld platform. With its glistening presentation, adroit controls and additional content, this is arguably one of the finest titles to appear on the App Store to date. Reforging the Sword on the iPhone was a stroke of genius. 5/5 Full English speech, with the option for subtitles in English, French, German, Spanish or Italian.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.3
Dracula: The Path Of The Dragon Part 1

Dracula: The Path Of The Dragon Part 1

Platform: iOS
January 21, 2010
September 1920, the Vatican appoints Father Arno Moriani, the "Devil's Advocate", to investigate a potential candidate for sainthood in Transylvania. But in the shadows of the disturbing ruins that were once Vlad the Impaler's castle, his investigation takes an unexpected turn... There is obviously no such thing as vampires... at least according to the official line of the Catholic Church. But how can you be so sure, standing in the swirling mists of Transylvania ? Carry out your investigation amidst tales of bloody deeds and ancestral fears. Doubts start clouding your mind and doubt begets fear... You play Father Arno and you help him investigate in the mysterious city of Vladoviste. This is Part 1 of a 3 part Point and Click adventure series. Highlights of the game : − High Definition graphics and movies. − Easy inventory and documents system. − Different puzzles to solve. − Different musics and ambient sounds − 3 hours of game play for Part 1: the two first days of father Moriani in the city of Vladoviste. − Voices and text in 5 languages (English, German, French, Italian and Spanish) Note : This is not a port or an emulation of the PC version. It is a complete redesign of the game exclusive for the iPhone. The gameplay and content of the game is different from its PC predecessor. Part 2 is coming soon to the App Store! Dracula: The Path of the Dragon - Part 1 iPhone is developed by Tetraedge Inc and is published by Chillingo Ltd.
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Death By Cube

Death By Cube

Platform: Xbox 360
January 20, 2010
[Xbox Live Arcade] Developed by Premium Agency, DEATH BY CUBE is a strategic twin-stick shooter in which players attempt to defeat cube shaped enemy robots of all sizes. With simple yet challenging game play, DEATH BY CUBE allows players to destroy an army of oil covered enemies in addictive and map-specific combat. Take on missions in single player mode or enjoy heated battles in online and offline multiplayer modes. LEO is a robot, one who awakes to find that he has lost his memory. All he knows is that he must reboot the heroine robot SELSIE, so he sets forth on a mission hoping to regain his memory. To his surprise, he finds the world is now filled with battalions of enemy robots, drenched in bright red oil, and shooting bullets every direction. What will LEO find beyond the barrage of enemy robots, bullets and red oil? [Square Enix]
Metascore:
56
User Score:
5.5
Dawn of the Dead

Dawn of the Dead

Platform: iOS
January 19, 2010
!!! Special Launch Price - Limited Time Only!!! A terrifying zombie plague of unknown origin has broken out in your town. You've escaped your zombie-infested suburb and arrived at the entrance of the Crossroads Mall. Now you must fight to reach other survivors and get out alive... Based on the smash hit movie from Universal Studios, Dawn of the Dead takes you inside and around the Crossroads Mall for the first time in a series of intense and terrifying levels as you fight to survive an onslaught of bloodthirsty zombies. Game Features: - Play as one of three characters, each with different attributes; the nurse, the police officer or the salesman - Unlock new, more powerful weapons as you make your way through the mall - Survive by any means necessary: find and use a variety of guns or get up close and personal with a baseball bat, golf club, axe and more - Stunning visuals created from fully rendered 3D models create an unmatched sense of realism and immersion - Two ways to play: Play through Story mode to unlock Survival mode and test your limits against endless waves of undead enemies - Multiple levels of difficulty offer a challenge for any level iPhone gamer - 5 levels that take you from the parking lot to the terrifying underbelly of the legendary Crossroads Mall.
Metascore:
46
User Score:
tbd
The Horrible Vikings

The Horrible Vikings

Platform: iOS
January 12, 2010
From the makers of the acclaimed game Earth Vs Moon comes a tale of Vikings who beat up Ninjas. Set sail on the high seas and guide a small group of Vikings as they pillage, plunder and kidnap their way to riches. In your quest for gold you will launch Vikings high into the air and literally crush your enemies. By landing on them. You will kidnap the princess and use the ransom money to buy a better ship to kidnap the princess so you can ransom her again so you can buy a better ship! You will eat meat of indeterminant origin! -Explore a vast world and uncover the mysteries of the orient. Vast! -Compete with every single person on the entire planet via online leaderboards. -Achieve achievements and get Open Feint gamerpoints. Without gamerpoints you are nothing! -Lob bombs out of a catapult at ninja armies. -You can buy a ship that looks like a snake! -Crush your enemies, see them driven before you and hear the lamentations of their women!
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

Platform: Wii
January 11, 2010
[WiiWare] Meet Phoenix Wright, the rookie defense lawyer new to the scene with the wildest cross-examination skills in town. Take on four intriguing cases to reveal dramatic, stunning and even comical court proceedings. Use the Wii Remote controller to investigate the crime scenes, question witnesses and present shocking evidence. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
67
User Score:
8.7
Chop Chop Ninja

Chop Chop Ninja

Platform: iOS
December 25, 2009
"My new personal Mario on the idevices!" Twitter ******************************************* Incoming update! - more levels - more enemies - new power-up - And a lot more surprises!!! ******************************************* "One of the best, if not THE best platformer on the iDevice."-Touch Arcade community "Chop Chop Ninja is a fun game, easy to pick up and play"-The daily App "A Very Nice Beat 'em Up Platformer"-Touch Arcade "Chop Chop Ninja is a good looking title with vibrant cartoon settings"-NoDpad "You could hand this game to your kid brother, your mom and your grandmother, and they’d all be able to play it in a matter of moments"-NoDpad "The game is very colorful, and each level is a pleasure to behold"-spazioiphone.com Players comments ------------------ "GREAT game! One of the best and most original in the store. GET IT!" "Highly entertaining and my favorite iPhone platformer" "Great graphics, super tight controls, a sense of humour, and attention to detail oozing out of every pixel. What more could you ask for?" "This one is absolutely right up there among the best of the best sleeper titles from 2009" "This is one of the best unexpected games of the year in my opinion" "Brilliant game. I love the platforming element, control structure, art style and humor. There's even a story line. I'm getting great satisfaction playing it" ******************************************* The world needs a hero! The Emperor’s daughter is in danger and needs your help! Face your enemies and explore the world to save your princess from a terrible curse! Use the ancestral ninja arts to fight hordes of enemies, destroy objects, avoid traps and many other dangers. Chop Chop Ninja is a fun and intuitive platformer specifically designed for the iPhone & iPod Touch! ******************************************* INTUITIVE CONTROLS ------------------ No virtual joystick or buttons! You only need one finger to run, move and fight multiple opponents. ENVIRONMENT WITH PHYSICS ------------------ Climb, jump, fly, bounce off walls, push objects and interact with the environment. AN EPIC ADVENTURE ------------------ Ten unique levels, special abilities and hidden objects to collect in each level. YOUR NEW HERO ------------------ Iro-san may be a cute little character, but he is a true ninja. He will show everyone that you should never judge someone because of his size! ******************************************* FEATURES ------------------ - 2D platformer adventure - Beat-em-up with frantic fights - Fun & Easy touch controls - Colorful cartoon graphics - Hidden objects to collect on each level - Replay levels to beat your time and score - Ten different environments to explore - Special attacks & power-ups - And many more surprises… ******************************************* Check out www.chopchopninja.com to get more info about the game and download free wallpapers.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
Dragon's Lair

Dragon's Lair

Platform: DS
December 21, 2009
[DSiWare] You play the heroic Dirk the Daring, a valiant knight on a quest to rescue the fair princess from the clutches of an evil dragon. Control the actions of the daring adventurer and find your way through the castle of a dark wizard who has enchanted it with treacherous monsters and obstacles. In the mysterious caverns below the castle, your odyssey continues against the awesome forces that oppose your journey to the dragon's lair. Dragon's Lair is a fully animated classic arcade game from legendary animator Don Bluth. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
Eco Shooter: Plant 530

Eco Shooter: Plant 530

Platform: Wii
December 21, 2009
[WiiWare] Earth's empty cans have been brought to life by the Cannoids, an alien race determined to destroy the planet. Only Mack, a technician from the recycling facility Plant 530, stands in their way as Earth's last line of defense. Step into Mack's shoes in this guided first-person shooter as he takes on the invading aliens with only his trusty recycle cannon and a can-do attitude. Blast and vacuum (yes, vacuum) your way to victory, keeping in mind that every shot counts. Your ammo also doubles as your health, and every enemy you destroy leaves behind Can Energy that you can vacuum up and use as ammo. Uncomplicated controls (including optional use of the Wii Zapper accessory) give everyone the chance to save the planet, while advanced tactics like consecutive hit combos and the tough Challenge mode give even the best players a run for their money. Are you ready to step up and put a dent in their cans? [Nintendo]
Metascore:
56
User Score:
tbd
Plushed

Plushed

Platform: iOS
December 19, 2009
Plushed Updated!! With more lifes, more Checkpoints, Play from last Checkpoint after quiting the game, OpenFeint leaderboards and Achievements and many more. Twisted fairytale Adventure-Platformer Plushed. Be a knight and rescue the princess. Meet pizza eaters, kubicorns, vodoo mouse, fat fairy mouse, spiders and many more characters. This game is full of pizza. Hungry? Get it now. "...the art design in Plushed is wonderful, the level design was ultimately fun, and the in-jokes and pop culture references delightful." touchArcade "Vibrant visuals and polished hand-drawn characters all complete with their own realistic animations" 148Apps "..we are impressed with the amount of character we've seen" slidetoPlay "..you truly feel transported to this different fairy tale world. You feel connected with this plush bunny.." AppAdvice MORE THAN 20 UNIQUE CHARACTERS: Every character has different qualities, which will amaze you. You will see bunny knight, evil voodoo mouse, fat fairy mouse, kubicorn, schizo spider, bathammer and many more. UNIQUE GAMEPLAY: Control different items with your finger or by shaking your device to attract enemies, defeat level bosses, to solve tasks and to do many other exciting things EXTENSIVE AND UNIQUE LEVELS: Explore the fabulous and adventurous world in PLUSHED! For example feed the pizza eater with pizza to use him as a trampoline MARVELOUS STORY: a typical fairytale? Not in this game. It is a twisted fairytale Adventure-Platformer 3 MINIGAMES FOR MORE FUN: Beat your highscore in the minigames: Jetpack Master, Mining Expert and Defender HAND-DRAWN CHARACTERS AND BACKGROUNDS: The game’s design has a distinct visual style that merges the happy world of childhood fairytales with a somewhat macabre twist and dark humor. 3 WORLD BOSSES THAT HAVE TO BE DEFEATED FANCY SOUNDTRACK STORY: What happens when the fairytale world of a cute little girl turns into a cursed kingdom where she is queen? Her favorite plushie sets out to save her, of course. Guiding her loyal plush through several haunted meadows and creepy castles, you must use your wits to bring down the Evil voodoo mouse and his army of wacky minions! It’ simple; get to the castle, save the princess. You’ve seen it before, but not like this. PLUSHED! The adventures of the reluctant bunny knight Visit us: www.blacksmithgames.com Follow us: www.twitter.com/blacksmithgames
Metascore:
62
User Score:
tbd
N.O.V.A. - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance

N.O.V.A. - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance

Platform: iOS
December 17, 2009
**IGN - Best Action Game of the Year The most revolutionary sci-fi FPS for your iPhone & iPod Touch! Join the fight for mankind's survival against the aggressive aliens known as Judges in this immersive space opera. With Earth no longer able to sustain life, huge artificial satellites called “near-orbitals” were constructed for people to live on. To protect themselves, the near-orbitals banded together to form N.O.V.A., the Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance. Now, a strange threat has emerged from the darkness of space. A Marine ship, reported missing just a week ago, has suddenly reappeared and is headed directly for the near-orbitals, ignoring all communications. Against his will, retired Marine hero Kal Wardin is forcefully returned to active duty to prevent mankind's annihilation. N.O.V.A. - Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance provides the most comprehensive content available on the AppStore. Plunge into an unparalleled gaming experience! EPIC SINGLE-PLAYER CAMPAIGN - 13 insane levels - 5 radically different environments, from the real to the fantasic - jungle, snow mountains, spaceship, bunker, and an alien city - 6 weapons: Assault rifle, shotgun, sniper rifle, handgun, rocket launcher and plasma gun – plus grenades & machine gun turrets in certain levels - An intense drama sustained by transitional cinematics and character voices FRANTIC MULTIPLAYER MODE - Play locally or online via Wi-Fi or Local Bluetooth connection - 1-4 player Deathmatch (1-2 players via Bluetooth connection) - 5 different maps - Play against your friends or the entire world through Gameloft LIVE! - Worldwide leaderboards in the game & on the official website, www.near-orbit-vanguard-alliance.com TECHNOLOGICAL LEAP - Full 3D rendered environments enhanced by highly detailed graphics - 3 control schemes - Customizable interface N.O.V.A., the Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance, wants you to support the fight! Enlist on Twitter @NOVA_fps Visit www.near-orbit-vanguard-alliance.com for more information. --------------------------------------------- Also available from Gameloft this Christmas: Driver, Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X, Skater Nation and James Cameron’s Avatar
Metascore:
94
User Score:
7.3
Glyder 2

Glyder 2

Platform: iOS
December 16, 2009
PLATINUM AWARD - Pocket Gamer...Join Eryn in an all-new adventure as she continues to explore the fantastical Glyder universe. ___ THE BUZZ ON GLYDER 2 PLATINUM AWARD - Pocket Gamer: "Glyder 2 is a one-way ticket to fantastic gameplay, its combination of self-motivated exploration and dynamic goals ensuring a first class flight" Pocket Gamer (10/10) Perfect Score (5/5)- “Glyder 2 is Bigger, Better, Faster, More!” - Touch Reviews “among the most soothing and challenging iPhone games we've played” – Slide To Play --- Join Eryn in an all-new award-winning adventure as she continues to explore the fantastical Glyder universe! Eryn once again finds herself trapped in a foreign dimension and needs your help to unlock the mysteries of her new environment and find a way back home. Soar through the skies and swoop through tight caverns to explore wondrous mysteries throughout the land. Customize your adventure by uncovering and collecting all new sets of wings and outfits. In Glyder’s open expansive world, choose your own game experience: explore at your own pace without time constraints or tackle goal-oriented achievements and challenges! EXPLORE 6 NEW WORLDS USING PICK-UP-AND-PLAY TILT CONTROLS Journey through the bitter cold of Arctasia, Discover the hidden mysteries of Oasis, Navigate the treacherous terrain of Magma Core, Marvel at the wonders of Spiral Heights, Uncover the depths of Sporelle, and Rise into orbit in Ascension. CUSTOMIZE ERYN Collect an assortment of special wings & outfits. Utilize the abilities of each set of wings to aide in your adventure. Use the Phoenix wings to store boost crystals, charge the Albatross wings while inside of thermals, and strap on the Energy wings to make item collection a breeze. CHALLENGE YOURSELF WITH NEW MINI-GAMES AND PUZZLES 18 all new trips include waypoint rings for exciting new routes around each world. Master the flight path and record your best scores! Fly to Perpetua for a completely unique experience as you fly faster and faster through an obstacle course. How many laps can you complete? FIND MORE COLLECTABLES AND REWARDS Complete 24 goals to unlock all the hidden items and areas. Special challenge platforms present new forms of gameplay. Collect over 350 crystals and complete over 30 achievements! COMING SOON: An all-new world with some friendly surprises!
Metascore:
93
User Score:
tbd
Bridge Odyssey

Bridge Odyssey

Platform: iOS
December 15, 2009
"I'd recommend to any fan of the genre." - Touch Arcade Welcome to Bridge Odyssey! Join 9 wild characters on a journey so big, they’re going to need all your support! Help the Dodo, Bison, Giraffe and others on their trek to the Lost World by building bridges over ruined passes, bottomless pits and molten volcanoes. ---------------------------------------------------------------- POINT, TOUCH, PLAY! Use your creativity and skill to build bridges simply by drawing with your finger on the touch screen. NINE COOL CHARACTERS A light-hearted atmosphere with a funny and highly stylized animal gang including the Dodo, Fox, Parrot, Mammoth, Squirrel, Bison, Cat, Walrus and Giraffe. IT’S A WILD WORLD Discover 48 levels across 6 different environments: Tropical island, volcano, ancient ruins, desert, jungle and an ice cave IMAGINE ANY SOLUTION Make full use of the game’s physics and environments to solve puzzles. Use bamboo stalks or vines, and even the sun to succeed! ------------------------------------------------------------- Become a fan of Gameloft on Facebook: gameloft.com/facebook Follow Gameloft on Twitter: twitter.com/gameloft Also available from Gameloft this Christmas: Driver, Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X., James Cameron’s Avatar and N.O.V.A. – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance Published and distributed by Gameloft.
Metascore:
67
User Score:
tbd
The Void (Ice-Pick Lodge)

The Void (Ice-Pick Lodge)

Platform: PC
December 15, 2009
Set in the Void a place where mortal's souls go before death - a middle earth of life and death. The player has a chance to survive the Void sparing their soul and even their life- the tool they have to do this is The Colour. The Colour is the only food for the dying souls in The Void, every soul feeds off it and every soul is desperately struggling for every drop they can find, as this is the only means to save their souls and return to mortal life. The player needs to use his wit and fast thinking to determine the colours needed to escape the realms of The Void. [Mamba Games]
Metascore:
77
User Score:
8.1
James Cameron's Avatar

James Cameron's Avatar

Platform: iOS
December 14, 2009
Go deeper into the spectacular world of James Cameron’s Avatar™ and embark on a fantastic journey of redemption and discovery two decades prior to the film events. As the first experimental avatar, experience the amazing powers your new body bestows. Will you use those powers to save the Na’vi, or will you work with the humans to destroy their world? *** "This game is one all action fans must own." - Slide to Play, 4/4 *** “The graphics of Avatar are impressive, and show Gameloft's continued efforts to push the limits of the platform.” – Preview by TouchArcade *** “It's solid and impressive so far. Gameloft put a lot of work into this game, pushing it past your typical movie license game. It shows that they care about what they're releasing, even for a phone game.” – Preview by Destructoid THE STORY THAT CAME BEFORE Uncover an original story that takes place two decades prior to the film and learn how the first avatar came to be. FROM PANDORA'S ROOTS TO THE SKY Go on a journey of exploration, danger and adventure in an unimaginable world. Fight for survival in tense action sequences against ferocious beasts and carnivorous plants. When the battle reaches its height, take to the skies of Pandora on a banshee in epic shoot‘em-up sequences. DEFEND THE NA’VI Join the Na’vi in their native village. Help protect their world by accepting their mission: To fight against and conquer the human invaders. A WORLD FULL OF WONDER Explore every aspect of Pandora, the world created by James Cameron. Discover 15 levels, from the human-built mines and military strongholds to beautiful waterfalls and lush jungles that come alive at night with bioluminescent plants. EVERY WEAPON AT YOUR DISPOSAL Discover Na’vi fighting techniques. Train your precision as you master the bow, and perform combos with your fighting staff. You can also master human weaponry including high-powered guns. THE VOICE OF NEYTIRI The voice of Neytiri in the movie narrates the epic story ---------------------------------------------------- For fans of action, adventure & shoot’em-up games. Also available from Gameloft this Christmas: Driver, Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X, Skater Nation and N.O.V.A. – Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance Become a fan of Gameloft on Facebook: www.facebook.com/gameloft Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/gameloft Published and developed by Gameloft.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.0
Where's Waldo? The Fantastic Journey

Where's Waldo? The Fantastic Journey

Platform: iOS
December 9, 2009
**Over One Million Units Sold Worldwide** **********Join the search!*********** ----------------------------------------- Reached no.1 overall in: - US - Canada - Australia - Mexico Reached no.1 in Games in: - US - Canada - UK - Australia - Japan - Mexico - France - Argentina - Chile ----------------------------------------- Based on the hit publishing series, Where’s Waldo? The Fantastic Journey enables fans of the elusive Waldo to enjoy an dynamic hidden-object game experience anywhere, anytime. Where’s Waldo? The Fantastic Journey is the ultimate search and find adventure for all ages, as players scour the virtual globe in search of Waldo and friends Wizard Whitebeard, Wenda, and Woof and foe, Odlaw. There are hundreds of hidden items for players to find within 12 different magical worlds. The game play is enhanced with surprise features designed to challenge players during their search, including: • Wacky Paint: Splatters of colorful paint fill the screen. • Frosty: Freezes the search window by encasing it in ice. • Thunder Clap: Makes the whole screen shake. • Upside Down: Flips the search upside down. • Sparkly: Keep an eye on twinkle and glitter effects to detect items. Get it at this limited time discounted price NOW! **UPDATE** We’ve gathered valuable feedback on the game thanks to over 1000 reviews and have released a free update, includes: - An all new explorer game mode with no timer and unlimited map scrolling - New Vertical interface - Improved performance and other cool added features
Metascore:
69
User Score:
tbd
Fallen EP-1

Fallen EP-1

Platform: iOS
December 9, 2009
The first 2.5D Survival Horror for your iPhone and iPod! ******************** 20% OFF - limited period! And beware, updates to EP-1 will be free, with new gameplay and story! ******************** Are you a lover of survival horror games? Don't lose the chance to play Fallen! ...Aren't you? Try it as well, you will be surprised! Play thie prologue of the Fallen saga with your headphones on, and you'll be involved in a dark and mysterious adventure, acting as a jailbird in a full-of-evil-creatures prison. Fight the enemies and win all the challenges to let the hero survive! If you were waiting for a pure Resident Evil 2.5D style adventure, Fallen is here to serve. There is nothing similar on iPhone: you’ll find yourself trying to understand what the hell is happening there and you won’t leave your device till you drive the main character to the exit. Play as Roman Mendez, an Hispanic that is spending the last months of his prison sentence coming in and out of the isolation cells for his bad attitude. One day Roman suddenly wakes up in the gloomy hole in which he is shut again. The prisoner understands at once that something is going wrong: strange noises break the usual silence of isolation corridor. With great interest, he tries to peep through the slit on a corridor where, strangely, there are no warders, and thinks he should be very lucky when realizes that the door is not totally closed. Few steps will be enough for him to understand that his breakout plans will not be easily carried out… The prison is ruled by gangs of Afros, Hispanic, and the Eagles, leaded by Greg Sandman, a spiritual guide and violent killer that seeks for him, and his servants the come back of their true gods and revelation. But now there are new evil powers taking control of the penitentiary! Features: • Bloody and dark locations for a horror experience • 2.5D graphics, awesome looking scenarios • Environmental Lighting • Third person fighting • Special interactions with accelerometer, touch screen and multi-touch • Virtual Pad for Navigation • Original soundtrack and sound effects: play it with headphones! • Inventory System to store collected items • Save Slots and Character-Energy Menu Stay tuned! This is the first episode of a saga that will unravel inside and outside the prison and involve several main characters. Following episodes of Fallen Saga are coming soon on App Store! We will love to hear from you about comments and suggestions! Follow us at: www.7thsensestudios.com or write at the support email!
Metascore:
53
User Score:
0.2
Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 5: Rise of the Pirate God

Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 5: Rise of the Pirate God

Platform: PC
December 8, 2009
Our piratey heroes meet their ultimate match with the Rise of the Pirate God. Can the world of Monkey Island be saved? Find out as the Tales of Monkey Island saga comes to its thrilling conclusion. [Telltale Games]
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.6
Flowerworks

Flowerworks

Platform: Wii
December 7, 2009
[WiiWare] While our heroine Follie is traveling to meet her auntie with a cargo of mystical Flowerworks seeds, her ship is pulled off course and crash-lands in a particularly dull area of the planet Elilia. Explore with Follie and help her recover her seeds to transform the world from drab to fab. You'll encounter strange inhabitants, some of whom will help Follie in her quest. Others, such as naughty garden gnomes, will hinder it. Flowerworks is a single-player adventure which combines blooming flowers, colorful fireworks, exploration and a whole lot of fun. The game will have the whole family immersed in no time, but be warned: Becoming a Flowerworks master is not for the faint of heart. Flowerworks includes Adventure, FreePlay and Tutorial game modes, with three difficulty settings in a 20-hour adventure. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
73
User Score:
7.8
Safecracker: The Ultimate Puzzle Challenge!

Safecracker: The Ultimate Puzzle Challenge!

Platform: DS
December 3, 2009
Experience a unique adventure and find a hidden testament locked somewhere in a multitude of safes. You are hired by the wealthy family of a deceased eccentric billionaire to search for the last will of their late relative. He has hidden the deed to his riches in one of the 35 safes scattered in his imposing mansion. The stakes are high and you will need your experience, wits, deductive and puzzle-solving skills to decipher all the clues discovered within this terrific adventure! Unlock the challenging puzzles left by the late safe collector and earn your paycheck! [Adventure Company]
Metascore:
43
User Score:
tbd
OMG Pirates!

OMG Pirates!

Platform: iOS
December 3, 2009
From the creators of Zombieville USA, one of 2009's top App Store games comes the next must-have action extravaganza - OMG Pirates! Pick it up now at this low introductory price! Take on the roll of the ninja, and defend your homeland against your evil pirate nemeses. Yes yes, its a little ridiculous, but its really just an excuse to bombard your eyeballs with AWESOME NINJA ACTION. Check out the trailer at www.mikamobile.com! -- Features -- - Classic side-scrolling beat-em-up gameplay! - Intense, fluid animation! - Numerous enemy types, from cutlass wielding peons to riflemen and bombardiers! - Epic boss battles! - Several exotic locations to do battle in, from a pirate tavern to an active volcano! - Precise touch-screen controls that are simple to learn but hard to master. Unleash various combos and special moves, and deflect your opponents attacks with expert timing! - Grow in power as you defeat your foes! Level up your ninja to discover new combos, increase your attack power, and more! - Multiple difficulties, to accommodate players who are not actually REAL ninjas! - Listen to your own music in game!
Metascore:
81
User Score:
tbd
Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 4: The Trial and Execution of Guybrush Threepwood

Tales of Monkey Island Chapter 4: The Trial and Execution of Guybrush Threepwood

Platform: Wii
November 30, 2009
[WiiWare] Conspiracies, betrayal and shocking revelations as the Tales of Monkey Island intensity builds. Guybrush returns to Flotsam Island, but forget about a hero's welcome. Handed over to De Singe by the backstabbing Morgan LeFlay, Guybrush is seized by an angry mob and put on trial. With a silk-tongued prosecutor in his face and a hangman's noose dangling over his neck, Guybrush must figure out how to defend himself against grave accusations. Meanwhile, the determined Marquis sets his sights on a new and far more attractive test subject. How on earth will the Mighty Pirate get out of this mess? The monthly Tales of Monkey Island tension continues to mount in The Trial and Execution of Guybrush Threepwood. Brace yourself for a shocking revelation that will rock the world of Monkey Island to its core. [Nintendo]
Metascore:
84
User Score:
7.7
Star Wars: Trench Run

Star Wars: Trench Run

Platform: iOS
November 17, 2009
STAR WARS: TRENCH RUN Your mission: Use the Force to overthrow the evil Galactic Empire as they attempt to destroy the small rebel base on the jungle moon of Yavin 4. As part of the Rebel Alliances Red Squadron, you dogfight with TIE fighters above the Death Stars surface before heading into a trench where you are inundated by cannon fire. Dodge obstacles and stay out of Darth Vaders sights as he tries to gun you down before you have the chance to fire your proton torpedoes into the thermal exhaust port the size of a womp rat. If successful, a direct hit will cause a chain reaction that destroys the Death Star, thus saving the Rebel base from impending doom. Star Wars: Trench Run features: Force Power - Slow down time and increase your agility using the Force to bring TIE Fighters into shooting range and to dodge obstacles while flying down the trench. Breathtaking 3D Experience - Incredible 3D graphics based on the original Star Wars movie. Hidden Features - You are just going to have to find out for yourself what these are. Amazing Special Effects - Like lighting, advanced shaders, explosions and incredible life-like models. Original Music and Sound Effects - Combined with real movie footage for complete immersion into the Star Wars universe. True-Life Flight - Accelerometer controls with life-like physics. Addictive Game Play - Ever increasing challenges and tons of replay value. Multiple Points of View - Featuring both chase cam and cockpit modes. Mission Mode - With storyboard, music and dialogue from the original Star Wars movie. Arcade Modes - For increased re-playability, includes both Trench Run and Dog Fighting modes. Multiple Difficulty Levels - From Easy to Jedi. Optimized Gaming Experience - To work on the 3G, with special graphical features for the 3GS, iPod Touch 2nd Gen and future devices. Leaderboards - Compete against others across the world for the top spot. Find out who the true Jedi are!
Metascore:
60
User Score:
tbd
Jonas

Jonas

Platform: DS
November 10, 2009
Based on the Disney Channel comedy series, the game follows the Lucas brothers as they go about their everyday, but not so normal lives. It features other main characters from the show, including good friends Macy and Stella, and lets fans explore familiar locations including the brother's firehouse and school as seen in the television show. Players can also customize the JONAS band members' wardrobe for their daytime antics, as well as cool outfits for when they take the stage. Featuring interactive environments, JONAS allows players to collect musical notes to power up their guitars and then strike the right guitar chords to overcome obstacles and help the JONAS band members. The game also features hit songs from the "JONAS" television show. Fans can perform to the songs in concerts after each level is completed. In addition, JONAS includes access to DGamer, the online community exclusively for Disney gamers on the Nintendo DS, allowing them to chat with other players and unlock additional items in their game. [Disney Interactive Studios]
Metascore:
45
User Score:
tbd
Dragonology

Dragonology

Platform: DS
November 10, 2009
DRAGONOLOGY brings the mysterious world of dragons to life in a charming, absorbing and exciting interactive adventure. Travel the globe and learn ancient tracking skills to find dangerous and secretive dragons to study, protect and preserve. On your journey from apprentice to Master of Dragonology, you’ll build up your very own Dragonological Encyclopaedia, collect dragon curiosities, and raise and train your own dragon for release back into its natural habitat. [Codemasters]
Metascore:
63
User Score:
tbd
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