Nibble Jump won't set the gaming world on fire with its revolutionary approach to things but it will entertain. Sometimes that's all that's needed and at a keenly set price, it's worth a look for fans looking for another Doodle Jump style fix.

Down Among the Dead is a pirate themed gamebook that's quite delightful, if short lived.

INC is not perfect, but it's another solid action-platformer from OrangePixel. Fans of games with cloud-based saves and remote control support will want to check this one out.

Simple to look at and learn to play, Division Cell is quite a satisfying puzzle game all about symmetry.

It has its flaws but Hot Mess is still a charming tale of a robot's urge to stop couples from getting together.

Pretty much what one could expect from a bingo game.

In a lot of ways, PUSS! feels like a game made by an artificial intelligence that has been studying a raw feed of internet ephemera and cats. Sometimes it's rad, but at others it can feel pretty random and shallow. A bit more commitment to shaping and structuring PUSS! intentionally could really help it realize more of its potential, and make it more like the artistic showpiece and satisfying avoidance game it is trying to be.

Smash your way through Space with Marvel's cosmic misfits, the Guardians of the Galaxy. Just be prepared for some galactic grinding.

Rolling through Ball Towers HD is a pretty, pleasant diversion. It just doesn't leave that much of a lasting impression.

For the most part, the level design is quite quirky and amusing, however. The difficulty is a rather steep curve later on, but it ramps up to it quite nicely to start. Overall, a positive experience, if perhaps one I felt I've had before in many other occasions.

Tennis in the Face is not about tennis at all. It has a crazy premise, but good level design and fun game play. It's a very easy and casual game to kill a few minutes with.

Words games played with friends may not be nearly as popular as they once were, but that didn't stop the makers of You Don't Know Jack from spinning the popular genre, giving it a new outlook on life.

The real fun of Neoteria comes when playing with the iCade.

Collect cards to improve and boost abilities in this familiar yet fun Tower Defense game.

I was initially interested in this game for its unique take on the castle defense genre, but its slow gameplay kept me from truly being immersed in the experience.

Paper Zombie Halloween is a reasonably entertaining game for what it is. The visuals are cool, the music is surprisingly solid and the various tools used to dispatch the shuffling ghouls are fun to use. It's a bit repetitive and I'm not a fan of the shifting camera, but it's a good casual (and free) arcade game overall.

Mostly, Mushroom Wars is all about outnumbering the competition and that's something that is down to timing rather than tactical thinking. It's a fun ride for a time, but with little else in terms of content such as the PSN original's multiplayer mode, it's lacking.

Automatoys is a cool thing that is worthy of praise. It isn't earth-shattering, but it also isn't trying to be. It's a game that firmly understands what is was made for and executes that beautifully. The best part is you can go check to see if you can agree for yourself and toss a few bucks the developer's way if you're hungry for more.

Angry Bulls is good fun, even if it is terribly politically incorrect.

Blood Bowl fans, rejoice! Your favorite fantasy bloodsport is now portable, thanks to iPad. But a huge caveat emptor is in effect for the uninitiated.

This game has a lot going on and lots of it gives Space Tripper its unique flavor. However, the game's controls and its difficulty don't mesh well and make it very hard to enjoy all of its finer points. Combine that with what is fairly high price tag for an app of this type, players may want to think seriously before adding this to their collection.

The characters and menu-based design of Miss Fisher are really special aspects of an otherwise middling adventure game. Considering this, I'm not sure I would really recommend Miss Fisher unless its subsequent episodes present some more interesting plots and puzzles.

Ninja, Inc. is a little rough around the edges and possibly suffers from having a bit too much to do at one time, but it's surprisingly difficult to put down.

Pleasantly likeable, Braveland lacks some more detailed features but is still an enjoyable turn based RPG romp.

A curious contradiction. With overly fast gameplay laced with story sections that feel too slow by comparison, and simple controls fused with menus that are often incomprehensible, this is a game that sometimes suffers from its dedication to the extremes.

Despite a few shortcomings, Xenon Shooter is a refreshing base shooter game for both casual gamers and players who enjoy this genre.

The level design in the game is largely uninspired – there's very little challenge in the levels, and it's all largely flat, with few hazards.

Oh, My Cat! doesn't offer quite enough content to be as addictive as some of the more popular Endless Runners already out there, but it is cute enough to give some acknowledgement to. With a little more content, there could be something special within these spaceship walls.

VH1 Celebrity Party is a simple title with no fancy graphics other than images of the relevant celebrities. However, much like the game it's based on, with the right people, it's a blast. For the anti social gamer, though, it's probably best to give it a miss.

Aimed at the more laid back gamer, Mahjong Journey isn't for everyone, but those looking for some classic solitaire action will be happy.

Draw lines to capture dragons and defensive positions in this enjoyable take on an old favorite.

Simple yet nostalgic, Mythic Mountain could do with more structure, but it's still a quite pleasant snowboarding-themed endless runner.

Golden Axe 2 is showing its age a little now at nearly 20 years but it's still fun. If you've never played the title before then $3 might feel a little steep for only a few hours of fun, but if you've been here before, you'll just be so pleased that your memories weren't just rose tinted, they were the truth.

Both as a history lesson and as a fun adventure game, Head Over Heels succeeds. While its graphics may look dated, the strength of its gameplay more than makes up for this flaw. Either as part of the Elite Collection or separately, Heads Over Heels is keenly priced for the amount of content involved.

Cute yet competitive. Pity it's a little buggy.

Players that enjoy physics puzzlers will find lots in this game to keep them happy. Otherwise, players may get tired of the levels that don't vary much and only get more and more complex and demanding.

247 Missiles is a homage to the classic Missile Command. It's fun, too, with a handy upgrade system to extend play.

In summary, the game is exactly what a backgammon app should be. It has a great look, detailed instructions, and is faithful to the original game. The number of match-making offerings is impressive and the controls are easy to use.

A snack of a game but a tasty one. The music also sounds very much like the Pirates of the Carribean theme music which was rather appropriate.

This free-to-play beat-em-up isn't exactly traditional, but it's rock solid and looks great.

Zombie Quest's longevity relies mostly on just how much someone will want to play with friends on the same device, but it's also perfect for that very reason. It's not too terribly complex or involved, but it's great for short bursts of play alone or in groups.

It's going to sell to fans of the original, but if it comes down to what is the best Rube Goldberg puzzler on the App Store, this comes in a distant second.

Don't let the multiplayer options distract you from enjoying the game. While I wasn't completely satisfied with my options, I still had a lot of fun creating mathematical equations to outsmart my opponents.

Diablo Immortal is a fine social rpg with a pacing problem, and absolutely none of that has to do with its monetization.

BladeZ is campy fun. Which also translates to it not being the most polished experience, but for an amusing laugh with a high sense of difficulty and challenge, as schmups tend to promise, it delivers in droves.

Chroisen manages to offer some great replayability with multiple character classes and a "rebirth" mode after completing the main game. It is a shame that there are only 3 save slots and 4 characters, but that's a small oversight that could easily be fixed via update.

Sometimes even the best ideas can't survive lackluster execution.

Dear Esther is a bit of a conundrum. Its extremely slow pace is key to making its tone work, but it can also irritate you to the point that it takes you out of the experience. It also creates an incredibly impressive and intricate set of contrivances to deliver its narrative, but said narrative turns out to be somewhat underwhelming. It’s clear that Dear Esther is a special game, and it deserves praise for going so far outside the lines of what games traditionally try to do. But in doing so, it also sets you up for a grand revelation that never really materializes.

The appeal of Billy the Painter might be relatively short lived but its charm resides for a while afterwards.

Fluid Soccer Versus brings tactical situations from the pitch and puts players in control with their fingertips.

While it's not as fun as MotoHeroz, it's got enough interesting elements in it to be a worthy download for the curious.

The game's downfall is that it seemingly models itself after "Tony Hawk's Pro Skater" and it is most certainly not, but it gets close enough to keep a simpleton such as myself entertained. "Skater Nation" isn't the best game in the App Store, but it is the best skating game in the app store.

My only complaint with playing Dragon's Lair 2 on the iPhone is that the on-screen buttons take a lot of the focus away from the animation that made the series so great in the first place.

Tiny Owls is a cute game with plenty of fun graphics and gameplay. It might look a bit basic to mature players, but the challenge of safely navigating each level is enough to give advanced players a run for their money.

Possibly one of the most gorgeous iOS platformers currently in the market. Players looking for a lush, detailed visual experience won't be disappointed. Progressing through the game will take some time and frustration, but unlocking new environments to enjoy almost makes it worth it.

Little Ghost is a well-designed game that's just far too easy, although that's not to say it isn't enjoyable. The controls also deserve some kudos too, as they are very well done.

RISK is still a solid, fun game; how could it not be? Strategy fans and RISK faithful in particular should enjoy it; the epic, sprawling games are highly engaging. Just be aware that there are many, many clones…some of which surely outshine this stripped-down port.

Superfall is still a decent game; if you're looking for a minute's diversion, it's fine. But there just isn't enough substance, and it's too repetitive.

Chaos Rings III is an odd hybrid of mobile game mechanics that gets in its own way.

Σ12 (Sigma12) uses simple math to create a fun and unique arcade game.

Skydoms is a formulaic but fun match-3 RPG.

Empire Builder is a city builder with some interesting features but don't expect anything akin to other desktop city builders.

Mikey Jumps is a cool little game, but it probably won't blow you away. It offers up some fun micro-platforming that's fast and challenging, but nothing more than that.

This faithful and worthwhile update of the original Double Dragon is an excellent blast from the past.

Despite its best efforts, Slot Raiders proves slot machines can only be stretched so far.

Top Tank is a simple yet quite entertaining way to blast everything in your path.

Getting accustomed to Castle Dracula’s slightly different approach to puzzles and interaction doesn’t take long. And once that happens the game can be downright enjoyable. Until the numerous tiny issues start building up, that is. Still, an update is already in the works and I’ve no doubt that most of the kinks will be irons out in short order. As-is, however, it’s not great.

Hugo Retro Mania might not be the next hit, but I assume this would be a cool game to grab for fans of the old TV show.

This text-driven adventure is charming and fun, though perhaps a little too light considering the asking price.

Embrace a bleak future with the dark adventure game, Dead Synchronicity.

Outside of a few unique game modes, Bird's the Word HD isn't doing anything we haven't seen in a game like this before. But it is doing those same things in a perfectly competent way that will certainly make it a satisfying distraction for plenty of wordsmiths.

10tons makes some amazing shooters on iOS, but Tesla vs. Lovecraft--while solid--doesn't quite top their previous releases.

Want to be in charge of a racing team but not be overwhelmed by tactics and options? Race Team Manager is for you.

Which is to say, it's an amusing romp that manages to touch on a lot of little desirable bits of a strategy RPG game without getting too much in the way of having fun.

It's eye-catching for sure, and mildly entertaining, but Party Pwn’s puzzles fail to live up to the hype.

Swiping is responsive but the tiles are a little small, depending on the letter, which can make slashing cumbersome. With practice though, this does become a bit more natural. It's worth pursuing as the game is a fun mix of genres and makes a welcome change.

Love it or hate it, there's almost certainly no in between with this simple parody of RPGs.

Spacecom is a simple looking space based strategy game, that won't be to everyone's tastes.

Can Knockdown 2 is incredibly simple but that's to its benefit. It's not trying too hard to be something quirky.

SBK14 technically marvels, but lacks soul.

Iesabel scratches that action RPG itch, but just barely.

It's remarkably simple yet incredibly frantic at the same time, and an upgrade or two can make all the difference when it comes to nailing a three-star rating. Fans of the genre, give it a look.

Hunted Cow puts out yet another turn based combat strategy game. While it plays almost exactly like other games they've done, this one uses the backdrop of one of the most important moments of United States history.

I really like that Wordbox isn’t just about spelling as many words as possible. The different task each quest has makes it more about finding the right words, instead of just any words. At the end of the day, it’s still a word game, but there’s more to it than just spelling words.

Sky Settlers is difficult to get into if the player doesn't have a lot of time to spend to build up their city into a money and battery earning machine. This will detour most, but will entice those who are into sims.

The danger of a game like Sketch Nation Shooter is that it relies completely on user generated content. The added concerns of only being able to upload games to Facebook provide security issues, but the developer is currently working on a solution to that issue.

Corruption, sex, and scandal, all in Ancient Rome, through the medium of this interesting piece of interactive fiction.

Level-5's newest Layton adventure is a bit of a departure from the norm but it's still pretty darn cool.

Heck, if Mistwalker simply adjusted the amount of resources given for taking down enemies (giant boss-like bugs grant 2. Yes, 2) it could make a huge difference. As-is, though, it pales in comparison to other examples within the genre. Even with the inclusion of Blades.

Much like an antiquated operating system, Glitchskier is cool-looking, but not the greatest thing to play with. Audio-visually, it's amazing, but I wish that the gameplay rose to that same level of awesomeness. It's not a bad game by any means, but there are better (though perhaps less visually ambitious) shmups out there.

Ma3e is like very strong alcohol. It takes an idea and distills it down to such a pure, undiluted form that it is almost too much, it's off-putting.

Is a dungeon crawler that plays itself even worth playing? This game says yes.

It might not fulfil its potential but Wave – Against every BEAT! is still a pretty fun bullet hell type shooter.

There is definitely room for improvement, but Avatar of War: The Dark Lord's gesture system does make for an interesting experience.

Occasionally a little messy, and keen to take one's money, Mirrors of Albion is a freemium-focused Hidden Object game that still offers some casual fun.

Cascade is a fairly typical Match-3 game but it offers a minor twist in the form of what gems are at your disposal.

There are maybe two little problems that could make the gameplay better if they were fixed. The employee doesn't bounce consistently. It's sort of hit or miss; he either bounces at his max power or does a tiny bounce. Also, the lines disappear quickly.

What can you do when surrounded by hungry critter mouths searching for their favorite treat? Line them up some filling meals and let them know it's Feeding Time!