Mario Italiano Four Families goes for looks over practicality, but it's a quite fun card battler.

Matching colored food might be very familiar, but Order Up!! Fast Food is a quite fun example of the genre.

A dark platforming adventure that most players may find too short.

This game is more obfuscating than it is complex, and while its disparate elements made me want to like it, playing it did a lot to dissuade me in an immediate fashion.

Cute but simplistic, Hopeless is an adorable survival horror game which is all but impossible not to love.

It's all quite run of the mill with Mister Miguel really.

So WIGGLER is not the most advanced game, the most well-designed or the most anything. WIGGLER is amusing and interesting, and that’s more than can be said about a lot of games.

Multicross is a fairly strategic tetromino puzzle game from the creator of Tetris.

Last Temple might not be the most original game but it is fun. The control system is quick and responsive and the gameplay is easy to hop into. It's that perfectly pitched low price that means it's an easy decision to make. You like Match Three titles; this is the game for you.

Samurai II: Vengeance visuals may impress, but the gameplay is roundly unimpressive.

Because of the length of the levels and lack of polish, I would only suggest Empire Defenders 2 to hardcore TD fans looking to get their hands on something unique and challenging. This isnt' a game that everyone will enjoy.

It's a dependable and fun Tower Defense game, but Cursed Treasure 2 lacks a certain original spark that would have truly made it special.

It's challenging stuff and players would be forgiven for being infuriated at times. One slightly wrong tilt can undo a lot of work in later stages and it's sometimes quite tough to navigate the mazes that emerge to add to the difficulty level.

For the patient gamer, this is still a decent choice.

While Nemo's Reef may not be revolutionary, it's hard to ignore the eye popping graphics and the familiar character appearances like Dory and Marlin.

It's Bust-A-Move all over again, but with a few tricks up its sleeve.

Not quite hitting the spot, Stargate SG-1: Unleashed is an interesting mishmash of genres but it doesn't quite fire on all cylinders.

A score-focused RPG has a lot of potential indeed and is certainly an unique idea. For now though, you might find yourself longing for a little more depth.

Plax is an endless survival game that is perhaps too clever for its own good.

Running from left to right and rescuing a princess. Why does that sound so familiar?

Gordon Ramsay DASH offers some pretty fun puzzling and fan service, though it is marred a bit by its free-to-play structure. If you're at all a fan of Gordon Ramsay, this game is definitely worth checking out, though how long you'll stick with it is questionable.

The best Fix-It-Up Time Management game yet.

Overall, Fire Escapes is good for killing a few minutes, but due to a lack of variation in the game play, it won't hold players' attention for too long. The graphics are retro and well done, and it's only $0.99, so it's definitely not a bad deal.

A fairly typical side-scrolling shoot-em-up is improved a lot thanks to an entertaining and funny storyline.

A cool gimmick and a great art style keep Strung Along from completely falling apart.

It's very shallow and some more structure would have been appreciated. While there are some basic missions to work towards, it lacks focus, but there is still some enjoyment, especially for those who have suffered from a long day. For free, that's not a bad offering but I'd struggle to be tempted to spend real money on items.

GnarBike Pro impressively, and almost inadvertently, does a great job of giving the player the feeling of having a person's very life in their hands. If one can get past the bland aesthetics they will find a game with a hook well worth trying to master.

I'm Aquarius is a pretty basic arcade/rhythm game, but it's enjoyable for a time - and its soundtrack is great.

Babel Running is not one of the all-time great endless runners – it's no Canabalt or Jetpack Joyride, for certain, but it's an entertaining little game, and one that may be just a bit more amusing for those fans of Babel Rising because of its tie-in, though it's certainly enjoyable without having played it.

This cleverly packaged collection of puzzles will have even the most determined gamers scratching their noggins.

Historical trivia can be fun thanks to this simple yet fun board game.

Odd Bot Out is messy fun with physics.

This gacha games plays more like an idle game, while ditching some of the worst parts of its contemporaries in the process.

It's certainly fun enough that I'd encourage taking The Plunge, but as a free-to-play experience, even an ad-free one, it feels a bit too short. It's definitely a good time while it lasts, though.

Dig! is Qix for the iOS generation, with a few adjustments made for extra creativity.

There's a lot of depth and substance to Vampire Season.

Reaction times and trigger fingers will be tested in this gory cover-based shooter.

The game allows players to get stuck very easily.

It has a lot of content to offer and is well designed.

Perform tricks and surf like crazy with Surfy.

Bellyfish isn't the most innovative of Endless games, but it is quite fun and cute.

These simple variations on gameplay make for a very unique game that players familiar with the genre will enjoy.

Baller Legends keeps it simple, but it's a fairly fun basketball game.

Kill zombies and gather supplies to "get to the choppa" in this zombie-themed board game.

The atmosphere is preciously cute and the level design overall is good enough to make Drag It worth considering. Birds got to fly.

So, we have a platformer with an interesting idea, but one that feels like it's still in that phase before it's fun. I encourage the developers to return to this idea; there's something here, it works well on touch screens, but refining it to make and keep it interesting is what is necessary to make it a star.

All in all, Stratosphere: Multiplayer Defense probably isn’t for serious gamers. I feel like it may have more of an appeal for casual gamers and children alike, but that doesn’t make it a bad game by any means. It’s still a great way to compete against friends, and I’m looking forward to what the developers have in store for future updates. It’s off to an awesome start.

Fans of the genre will enjoy the variety of the challenge, however, and find themselves keen to see what happens next. Just like I did!

Cutesy comic strip pirates land at the local Barrr with their beer-swilling, tattoo-inking, video-gaming demands. Keep pace with their needs or, arrrgh, they may just pee on the floor of this classy establishment.

It's rough around the edges but there's an intriguing if flawed adventure game within.

It’s a little slow to start, but Sharp Minds is a pretty satisfying math puzzler.

With a mixture of different casual gaming elements, Time Gap is pleasant enough even despite its control issues.

Thirsty Fish is a simple game that is great for anyone needing something to play for a quick minute or two while sitting on the bus, but it's not something that most will want to play for hours because the game play gets repetitive.

MetalWars3 is a great improvement over its predecessors but it's still got a ways to go.

Keeping it simple and pure, one might hope for more options in this Hexic style Match-3 game, but it's still quite fun.

Fantasy Breaker features just enough changes to the typical Breakout mold to feel worthwhile.

Charade Parade is a pretty cool idea that fumbles slightly in one very important area.

Though the "freemium simplification" can indeed be viewed as a turn off for even the most forgiving fans, the real problems with My Monster Rancher can all be found in the interface.

Galactic Battlefront is a bit rough, a bit grind heavy, but also kind of fun space sim.

This is a game great in theory, and smashing nukes with bare fists is never not just exceptionally awesome, but it only goes so far to raise the quality of the experience.

While Rayman Adventures doesn't rekindle the same spark as previous outings, it's still an attractive package.

It's a little too safe in its interpretation of Chillingo's Madcoaster, but kids and Peanut fans will still enjoy what's here.

Build bridges to transport valuable troops and supplies in this physics-based, medieval-themed puzzle game.

I myself am disappointed and frustrated with Sonic 4 at times, but there are more rays of light here for the series than any other game in the franchise has shown in the past decade.

Are You A Dodo? keeps it instinctive rather than genuinely educating, but that’s fine for scratching a slight cerebral itch.

Pinball and Metroidvania: two tastes that go better together?

Nomasaurus Rex combines puzzle elements from both digging and matching games to create a super-cute and colorful new puzzler.

The premium version of the iOS classic Mega Jump maintains the frantic fun of the original, but adds nothing significant enough to make it a worthwhile download for fans.

Bird Mania has players flying high in this side-scrolling runner while collecting as many stars as possible and avoiding trees, bees and more.

AFTO has a lot of potential. There is a beefy game here, full of interesting ideas that push the iPad into some new territory. If you're looking for the next stage in the development of the tower defense game, this may well be it.

This rather goofy arcade shooter has its heart in the right place, but its servers are another matter.

D:COM - MISSION ALPHA has a more complex title than it does gameplay, but it still makes for some decent no-frills fun.

Muscle Run is a neat idea, but it's going to need some adjustments before it reaches the winners' circle.

A freemium-focused Hidden Object game, Rooms of Memory is a little slow going but at least it's possible to keep it free.

What was old is new again, as the MLB attempts to taking baseball gaming back to its retro roots. Too bad nothing has changed since 1986.

Starship battles is a beautiful looking arcade game in which players try to fight off a constant barrage of enemies for as long as possible.

Juvenile it may be, but this endless runner will have players of any age giggling to themselves while they poop on pedestrians.

A fairly fun puzzle game with a unique spin on parkour. And with some pretty terrible controls. It's still fun enough, but a little tweaking would make it a lot easier to enjoy to the fullest. I also wouldn't mind it if they nixed all the freaking "pea" puns.

Wargroove 2 has some core problems and mobile friendliness issues, but even with those remains a solid tactics game.

Football Drama is an ambitious and experimental management sim that is both alluring and a bit maddening.

Ultimately, Dino Life is going to be quite a divisive game. With so few actual gaming elements, and a lot of tapping on things to collect resources, many gamers won't be too interested.

Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins is not the strongest title by Kaigan Games, but it's certainly better than their most recent efforts. A guided experience led mostly by a pre-established fictional universe takes a lot of the mystery out of searching through this lost phone, but it manages to do enough character work to keep you invested in seeing it through.

Due to the ease in which it's possible to play SpaceOff, it's an ideal game for everyone in the two player mode. One finger is all that's needed and a fast eye to keep up with things. The single player mode could do with a little more attention to make this a great and inexpensive package.

The cute graphics and simple gameplay make Doodle Rider an excellent choice for younger kids, as long as parents are mindful of the in-app purchasing system. Overall, Doodle Rider might not hold much interest for older players, but still provides a challenge to keep parents interested while playing with their kids.

A game for the twitchy player, Angularis is simple yet entertaining.

Assault Squadron is a great attempt at the "bullet hell" shoot 'em up genre from outside of its homeland, and is impressive from a technical standpoint, but a shoot 'em up with uncomfortable controls is a shoot 'em up that should be approached with caution.

For those that can look past the mechanical hang-ups, this game can be a blast.

It’s a good thing Shooting Stars doesn’t rely solely on celebrity spoofs and meme jokes.

It's a fun, albeit simple distraction to be sure. I just think they're a little too stingy with the coins. That and with no way to go back and replay completed stages I question the game's overall replay value, mini-games notwithstanding.

If old-fashioned route memorization is your idea of a challenge, Cosmophony should be a treat.

Get Me Outta Here is a solid 2-D shooter with a great sense of style. While I wish it had an option to opt for a controller, it's still a pretty good time without one. I don't think it will blow anyone away, but it's great fun that's easy enough for you to try out for free if you think it might be for you.

Another addition to a classic gaming series, Metal Slug X is a remake of the original Metal Slug 2 and incorporates some new enemies while maintaining the same classic gameplay.

The visual assets in Zombie Burst are all hand drawn and have their own unique style, but the animations are very rudimentary and especially so during gameplay. Fortunately, this game doesn't take it self too seriously and players will enjoy several funny little interludes as they play through the game.

Quirky and just a little bit odd, Cube & Star is an interesting exploration of the world and our impact upon it.

Zombie Puzzle Panic puts some pretty neat undead twists on Match-3 puzzling.

Team Monster has a promising premise and is visually remarkable but is let down by repetitive and predictable gameplay mechanics.

Fishing is far from relaxing in Fast Fishing, but it is fun.

Fun yet sometimes frustratingly slowly paced, Royal Revolt 2 is a conflicting reverse tower defense game, and not one for those who despise freemium elements.