Asphalt 8: Airborne patchwork quilt of arcade racing tropes stitched together with skill and affection. Join the joyride.

Smash Bandits can be fun in small bursts, but is hampered by all the more cynical hallmarks of freemium design.

Terraria has not made the transition to iOS unscathed, but its cocktail of 2D crafting and exploration is still as engrossing as ever.

Finally, a Worms title that bring the classic multiplayer mayhem to iOS with a decent interface.

A good-looking physics puzzler with a decent soundtrack and a creepy antagonist. Shame about the controls, though.

Despite its refeshingly old-skool slant, Defense Technica is a by-the-numbers tower defence game that is marred by its in-app purchase systems.

A fascinating spin on the RTS genre that shows you just how intricate minimalist design can be.

A simple game of avoidance wrapped up in a synaesthesia of audio and visual styling, Pivvot should keep you pushing onward to the break of dawn.

Knightmare Tower has charm, action, and satisfying progression. The controls take some getting used to, but this is still one of the better 'pick up and play' games we've seen for a while.

Though it won't test hardended point-and-click fans, Tiny Thief is a witty puzzle adventure packed with personality and character.

Prince of Persia: The Shadow and the Flame's handsome visuals and exploration-friendly levels can't quite make up for the game's control issues and bland fighting sections.

There's a tranquil beauty and charm to A Ride into the Mountains that is somewhat undercut by its troublesome controls.

If you fancy a leisurely travel through alien worlds suspended between two rockets, then Sky Tourist may be just the ticket. It's a bit of a slow journey, but some will appreciate the pacing.

Bloodmasque's neat historical setting and photo-based wizardry can't cover up its derivative and repetitive combat system.

Though it locks you out of the top podium positions near the beginning, Riptide GP2 is a handsome and thrilling water-based racer.

R-Type is a faithful port in many ways, but one which reminds us that some arcade experiences need to be completely rethought on their way to the App Store.

Futuridium EP is an interesting space shooter with many rough edges. There's depth here, but only the most dedicated players are going to wrestle with the game long enough to discover it.

If you like Pac-Man, and still enjoy endless runners, you'll probably enjoy a few rounds of Pac-Man Dash!. It's a pretty bog-standard entry in the genre, however.

Though this version of Sine Mora stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the excellent console original in almost every regard, the virtual stick control system lets the port down a little.

A solid strategy experience which is hamstrung by its free-to-play trappings and ancillary reading.

Though somewhat hamstrung by its control scheme, Deus Ex: The Fall is a handsome diversion for franchise fans.

A solid sequel to a solid physics puzzler. Those looking for another dose of water-based physics gameplay shouldn't be disappointed.

While not perfect, Contra: Evolution is a very solid and shiny port of the NES classic.

Though it borrows from other word games, Sqwords is competent puzzler in its own right.

Though the visuals look a touch dates, Colin McRae Rally is a no-brainer for iOS racing fans.

Leaping Legend's gameplay needs further balancing if it is to reach the same high level as its presentation.

While committed adventure game fans might be able to excuse some of Return to Castlerama's many faults, most gamers will not be satisfied by wandering around picking up scrolls.

As dark as it is beautiful, Limbo's mysterious and viscious world sucks you in and holds you captive.