Philipp Stollenmayer has something he’d like to discuss with you and thankfully, he has done so in the form of an easily accessible video game. While it could have done more with its gameplay, it remains an intelligent, creative puzzle platformer well worth a try. [Episode 4, April 2014]

The love for the source material and attention to the finest of details makes Ascent a natural extension to the Game of Thrones universe. I wasn’t happy with the IAP structure, but remain thankful for the chance to forge my own path through Westeros. [Episode 4, April 2014]

There are some interesting ideas here, such as being able to control individual parts of your vehicle that have differing functions, and some imaginative level design, but I would be remiss if I didn't point out how heavily it borrows from Bad Piggies, minus that game's extra layer of polish.

The touchscreen feels like the perfect home for Kahuna, but developer USM definitely needs to address the cracks in its foundations before it’s too late and the walls come crumbling down.

Hoplite proudly flies its roguelike colours. Permadeath, turn-based combat and punishing difficulty await those game enough to plunder the dungeons’ depths in search of the Golden Fleece. The punishing, and often frustrating, difficulty of Hoplite is balanced by short, quick levels and an addictiveness that only comes from a desire to not let the game get the best of you.

The glimpses of potential that occasionally shine into In Fear I Trust's darkness make the end result even more disappointing. An intriguing start is let down by a nonsensical story, frustrating puzzles and fiddly controls.

Cloudbreakers is fun. The artwork is endearing, the soundscape unobtrusive and the gameplay fits nicely into those five minute coffee breaks that help you escape and clear your mind. [Episode 3, April 2014]

Touch Force isn’t particularly long; you’ll be able to finish it in around 15 minutes. The baddies don’t pose too much of a challenge, and there is little to encourage replayability. In that respect, it is almost a proof of concept, but thanks to the unique controls and chaotic fun, these 15 minutes do feel like time well spent and will leave you hungry for a sequel. [Episode 3, April 2014]

True to its name, Avoid Sensory Overload is at its best on the extreme difficulty levels, where overload is a real threat. These levels quickly escalate to insane mayhem, seriously testing your reflexes and ability to process multiple obstacles on the screen at once. It’s been a long time since I was so addicted to a game. [Episode 3, April 2014]

A puzzle game that has none of the frustrations or pressure that some releases in this genre can bring. Relaxing throughout, I love how it allows you to play at your own pace, and soak in the ambiance of its soft neon visuals and chic sonic wallpapers by UNKLE. [Episode 3, April 2014]

Mines of Mars is in truth a simple platformer with basic mining and crafting mechanics. However, the story, wonderful atmosphere and genuine surprises suck you in. Before you know it, you’re role-playing well beyond the facade of a simple 2D platformer. [Episode 3, April 2014]

Mines of Mars is in truth a simple platformer with basic mining and crafting mechanics. However, the story, wonderful atmosphere and genuine surprises suck you in. Before you know it, you’re role-playing well beyond the facade of a simple 2D platformer. [Episode 3, April 2014]

Dandelions is a welcome change of pace and a deeply satisfying experience. It’s obvious that developer Thumbr gets the fact we live in an incredibly time poor, always on the go society. The resulting experience is a simplified, streamlined and humble title that will challenge you to stop and smell the flowers, rather than bustle on by them. [Episode 3, April 2014]

Only One is a fantastic arcade title on iOS that’s easy to pick up and hard to put down. It may not be the biggest thing to hit the App Store, but its charming pixelated graphics and diabolically tuned gameplay will see you striving for that next high score. [Episode 3, April 2014]

A game so enchanting you’ll curse the fact it has to end. I thought the best way to sum up Tengami is via a haiku poem: Journey through paper; Origami zen garden; A brief distraction. [Episode 3, April 2014]

A truly beautiful gaming experience perfectly suited to touchscreens. I love how its level design constantly rewards you, letting you in on illusion’s secrets. I just wish it didn’t have to end so soon – a criticism one only cares acknowledge on a quality game. [Episode 3, April 2014]

Archangel brings some fresh ideas to the well-worn action-RPG genre, enabling it to mark out some territory all of its own while remaining good fun. Black Tower Studios should be commended for taking a risk and trying something new.

Boom Beach is an excellent follow up to Supercell’s hugely successful Clash of Clans and is at its best when you’re up against other human players - their constantly evolving strategies create uncertainty around every beachhead. The IAPs border on intrusive, but do not ultimately bring down a game that is otherwise thoroughly engaging and addictive.

Rovio deserves kudos for bashing down the casual wall and inviting RPG and Angry Birds fans alike into the same space without alienating either camp. This is a polished, fun, long and satisfying experience that resists the temptation to sling IAPs at your face.

A unique down-scroller that experiments with the humble platform genre and succeeds on charm and challenge. Freedom Fall might be a brief tale, but it’s one well worth checking out.

Despite occasional frustrations, Castle of Illusion is a fun and visually impressive rework of a true classic. I just couldn’t shake the feeling that I’d played this experience in too many different guises over the years to fully enjoy it.

Toast Time is a charming, imaginative, challenging slice of retro action. I wouldn’t be at all surprised to see Force of Habit’s iOS debut become a cult favourite.

Isle of Bxnes is unrepentant in its brutality and challenge, and its inaccessibility will be a turn off for many people. But if you’re willing to dig in and master the fiddly controls, you will unearth the bones of a very solid roguelike.

An impressive debut from developer Flat Earth Games, TownCraft is a robust package that will have you happily sinking countless hours into building your own world without ever realising it.

Formula Legend is already a fun experience, but more importantly, it’s also a solid foundation from which BeerMogul Games can build a truly comprehensive and great F1 management sim. [Issue 0, January 2014]

Trouserheart doesn’t try and bring anything new to the action-adventure table, and that’s ok. Dicework Games has crafted a simple and incredibly fun experience that’ll charm the pants off you. [Issue 0, January 2014]

Fans of endless runners will feel right at home here. There’s a slight sense of repetition, but the surreal art direction and high intensity gameplay provides a good level of difficulty, which helps Boson X stand out.

The way Simogo weaves the player and Anna into the same mystery is fascinating. It might not be for everyone, but the richly complex puzzles and intriguing neo-noir mystery are sure to make Device 6 a cult hit. [Issue 0, January 2014]