TouchGen's Scores

  • Games
For 1,054 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 35% higher than the average critic
  • 11% same as the average critic
  • 54% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 5.3 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 100 Dead Space
Lowest review score: 10 Dragon's Den The Official Game
Score distribution:
1054 game reviews
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's a thin line between challenging and frustrating. Epic Game avoids being an Epic Fail because even though it may seem a little too hard at times, you'll be back to conquer it after you've sellotaped your hair back to your scalp (because you tore it out, see?)
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game's art is fantastic and a highlight of the game, as are the simple accelerometer controls.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It feels important, and interesting to complete a level. The story, and how it is presented is pure brilliance. If the game had been longer, and had some variation to the gameplay it would have shone even brighter.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I am really having a good time with Disassembly 3D on my new iPad, and that is where it belongs. It is universal, but I can't recommend it for the small iPhone screen. Any iPad will do, but it does look much better on the retina screen. If you are like me, and grew up with an urge to take stuff apart it is definitely worth trying out.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I found myself frustrated with some of the action elements at times, and even a little tired with some repetitious levels, but that doesn't stand in the way of Flea Symphony being a decent puzzle romp. There are plenty of levels included, and the game's IAP system only unlocks levels that the player hasn't progressed to yet.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's an engaging and fun game here if you can (literally) wrap your fingers round it. Puzzlers don't come much better looking, sounding or presented than this on iOS, so its all a rather tasty recipe in the end.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This game can get tough, but like many physics games, a lot of the gameplay is dependent on luck.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Silverfish is a well presented arcade avoid em' up that plays very well. If you are a fan of other games of the genre you will probably enjoy this quite a lot. If you are completely new to the genre it might seem both confusing, and too hard to grasp.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Neo Nectaris could use a quickmatch style game mode as well, as right now all there are to play are various unrelated missions. You do not carry over your units from previous missions, nor is there much of a storyline.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite it's short nature, Tumbledrop is challenging, charming, and above all fun. Despite being a higher price than I expected for this kind of game (£1.99 as apposed to $0.99), it's worth picking up.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    While Arcane Legends may feel like a small step back for the franchise in spite of it's positive and innovative elements, it's still fun and provides one of the best mobile MMORPG experiences you can find on Android or iOS.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ms. Splosion Man explodes straight into my heart with her cute quirky style, but at the same time she is a gold-digger not afraid to go for my wallet after she has captured my heart. Please Ms. I am a married man, and I can’t afford any expensive mistresses.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A fun match four rotating block puzzler with great level design, and challenging times to beat. The massive amount of levels(456), and polished presentation makes it easy to recommend even though repetition will set in eventually. Up to that point it is great fun helping the cute monkeys out.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Up In Flames is a fun physics puzzle playing with fire that adds some new tricks to the formula. I just wished it could be a bit friendlier to kids, as putting animals on fire isn’t the nicest thing to do. Especially since they whimper in pain. I hope to see a kid option in future updates. Other than that this is a game well worth your time.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    This is a full PS2/Nintendo 64 kind of game, it is the kind of games we used to pay $50 for before and we had to play it on the couch. This one is only worth $4.99 and we can play it anywhere we want. If it wasn't for the lack of online gameplay and the few flaws it has, it would be a perfect game.
    • 71 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    We're not going to get Zelda on iOS anytime soon, so this is somewhere near being the next best thing. Just make sure to book an appointment at the barber before sitting down to the introduction. By the time it's over, you'll need it.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The touch controls could be more responsive, and the music leaves much to be desired. Other than that I was pleasantly surprised by Greedy Penguins.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The brilliant presentation, and music alone can be enough to warrant a great time for a lot of people. It is a good game, and with updates I think it will turn into a great game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Forgetting the poorly tied together story but getting down to core gameplay, amount of levels and variation available to the player, Chicken Frenzy is a good game and worth every cent, or penny if you prefer.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Playing RayForce is a lot like taking class A drugs. Not that you load up the game and attempt to smoke your iPhone (that doesn't work, I've tried it), but the trippy, swirling graphical effects thrown at you while playing have roughly the same effect as prancing about in a sweat soaked warehouse rave, off your face on an Ecstasy pill.
    • 46 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Dead Rising Mobile is both a technical marvel, as it lets you roam a mall freely on your iOS device. But at the same time it suffers from a crude combat system, graphical shortcomings and glitches and a general unpolished feel.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I have had a fun and frustrating time with Isaac Newton's Gravity. Sadly the frustration has come from clunky controls more than from the challenges presented.
    • 68 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Granted, it's not some cheap mini-game or crappy animated comic, but it still feels more like a quickly-planned tie-in than a full standalone experience.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's definitely a good laugh, even if the gameplay is slightly one note, and a sense of satisfaction when you finally break through enemy defenses to clobber their outhouse is guaranteed, especially on the later levels.
    • 81 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The Sims 3 Ambitions is the most polished experience, and definitely recommended for old time fans for the series for both PC and iPhone.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The brilliant presentation paired with an easy to get into, and highly engaging game mechanic makes Sortee a fun experience for a couple of hours. Once it starts to feel repetitive the shine fades, and it might feel a bit pedestrian. Like sorting your own waste before going to the recycling plant.
    • 66 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    One of my biggest gripes is that it takes a little too long for Sonic to get up to full sprint from stationary, so you can see that the simplicity of fastfastfastfastfast makes me happy. And without meaning to be rude dear reader, who are you to judge my happiness? I'm off to enjoy some more speed with Sonic and Tails. Interpret that how you will.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's certainly a lot more fun than shaving with a chainsaw.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's one of the better movie-tie-ins out there. But after watching the film twice, it just about keeps it's head above water in meeting my Na'vi needs.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A great puzzle game. It doesn't necessarily rewrite the book on puzzle games, but all in all, it's a solid package that is well worth a look if you are into the genre; especially Tetris-like puzzlers.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A fun simulation game with cool graphics, and a enjoyable vibe. Being on the easy and short side, and lacking online leaderboards hurt it quite a lot. Still it is worth getting if you have enjoyed the other titles from Kairosoft.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    An action time management game with a surprising amount of depth due to the many upgrades, and inclusion of a deity using health to power the world. It might look a bit too similar to Farm Frenzy, but in my opinion it has enough own personality to be worth getting even if you are already a Farm Frenzy fan. The occasional slow responses to tapping are another concern of mine.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ravensword Shadowlands is a game that tries to do too much for its own good. While clear effort was placed into visual effects, and creating a wide variety of environments, the elements to fill out these areas are just not present.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Jenga in classic mode, and pass n' play mode is an enjoyable experience. Slowly paced it is fun to challenge yourself of a friend.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Polara is a fresh entry in the endless runner genre featuring a quick, and clever colour-shifting mechanic. Slow to start, but once you get to harder levels the game becomes hard to put away. At that point the lack of graphical flair doesn't matter, and I can only do one thing: keep running. And yes, die.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's one that will pull you in with it's charm and won't let you go till your dinner's gone cold. So by all means download and install the game, but make sure you chow down before playing. Because we all know what a cold meal is good for don't we? Absolutely nothing.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game can feel like it's playing itself, and the confusion isn't helped by graphics which are considerably south of beautiful.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Controls work well for the most part.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Until the controls are fixed I would advise holding off on playing it. Why bother you may ask? Well, once it's fixed you'll find a highly polished game with great graphics and sound, as well as level design that is a fine balance between fun and frustration (as all platformers should be!)
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    ORC: Vengeance certainly has it's moments when the gesture controls come together when surrounded by five or six monsters, and Rok rocks his axe. Too much time is spent slowly running around the linear levels looking for a switch to open another gate.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It is not the best in the genre, but still worth getting for the cool world of jelly that the developer, Infinite Dreams, has created.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ocarbot is a hard game, and it will not appeal to everyone. To those who want a really challenging puzzler with a lot of personality you can't go wrong with Ocarbot.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For platform fans that like a bit of head scratching thrown in for good measure, it's certainly worth checking out, and fans hoping to play the original won't be disappointed.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A fun little dance game.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For fans of the original who have the need for a pocketable version to have with them at all times, it's great. But for everyone else it might just come across as a "So what game" and not the historical masterpiece it is meant to be.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Temple Run 2 is a good endless runner game, better in some ways than the original, and in other ways worse.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    For those who dream of pulling off those perfect passes this still comes highly recommended.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    All of my gripes about originality aside, technically speaking, Zen Bound is still a great looking and sounding game, and it controls and plays just as well.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you're popular enough to have actual friends outside your computer screen (what a ridiculous proposition), do you buy the cardboard and plastic board game, or sign into iTunes and download the virtual version instead? Choices, choices. Either way, I'm pretty sure one Mr Reiner Kinzia wouldn't mind if you went ahead and did both.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I really wanted to love Button Brigade after I saw the really cheesy trailer, and initially I did. Then repetitive retries, cheap deaths and unclear menu options spoiled it somewhat. I still think it is a highly enjoyable puzzler that brings a lot of new ideas to the table.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    In the end what matters most is how fun, and stimulating a game is. Sadly Edna & Harvey demands a bit too much tapping about on everything, as the puzzles are a bit too illogical at times.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The double-tap for confirmation system is something I believe no game should have, and what seems to be a deliberately obscure menu system (and the fact you have to register to access the game's main features), is a bit iffy, but once you start playing the game proper, you certainly find it hard to stop. Remember, it's 100% or nothing.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Don't get me wrong it is a well made game, but for me all the elements don't quite gel together for a great game.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It also has a colourful, clean look. Animation is good and the frogs themselves are undeniably cute and crazy-looking. The art during the cut scenes is also well-penned and the sound is cool too with jaunty, nicely-produced music.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The only difference between ep4 and all it's predecessors is the story and locations, all the existing problems and the existing greatness follow over into this episode, so I am sure you can probably already guess what I'll be scoring this episode ...again.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A great entry in the physics puzzle genre bringing fresh level design challenging to both newbies, and the hardcore fans of the genre. There are better games out there in the physics puzzle genre with the now mandatory level editor, and peer sharing of levels such as Casey´s Contraptions. What sets Furmins apart is the excellent graphics, and challenging level design.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Ethereally moving around the classic scenery can be a great way to spend a couple of hours. I rather solve the puzzles, and if I hadn't already played the original I would have a much harder time than I have.
    • 92 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Controls are simple and effective. A two-way control pad for movement and two large buttons for jumping and sliding under low platforms. They're responsive and work well without getting in the way.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I hope we'll see more of Pigeon Squadron, as I feel there is nice little IP here which could break into other gameplay types and genres.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    But it's a shame that the game doesn't realise how ridiculous it is. Visually it's so over the top that you're waiting for some humour; an in-joke or two, or some sort of nod and wink that it knows exactly what it's doing. But it never comes, with everything instead being played completely on the nose.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There are some slight control issues, and perspective difficulties. If you stick to it you will soon find the same kind of find 'em all mindset that for example Lego Harry Potter induces.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It has a cool 16-bit look and feel to it that reminds me of the game Flashback, and the various deaths are funny to behold. Because of the basic graphical design I would have liked to see more levels than the initial three (more levels are promised).
    • 88 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Girls Like Robots is a quirky seating arrangement, or rather relationship simulator set in a high school love drama. It is perhaps the most serious game to be published by adult swim. It does however have a sense of humour, and despite not having anything fart or die horribly it is a fun game. There aren't many games on the App Store with this kind of gameplay, and as such it certainly fills a gap between Joining Hands and Triple Town.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Pixel Pig is a nice casual game that works well for both the five minute break, and the two hour train ride. It lacks slightly in presentation, and music but makes up for it in playability.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Also a good thing is that screeching to a halt just before the last flag to successfully complete a stunt – especially one of the trickier ones – is actually quite satisfying. It's pretty much all you could ask for in a game like this which probably has hundreds of relatives in the AppStore. Go then, strap on your helmet, rev your engine, and try not to fall into a canyon. Katie Cowpusher wouldn't be happy with that.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    So, for those looking for crazy racing fun, look no further than Hot Pursuit. But, for those of you who do like their racing games on the more realistic side of the road, then you still can't beat Real Racing 2 and it's great online multiplayer.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    In the end, the game is definitely fun but however it's presented, it can't hide the fact that in essence it's just another Angry Birds clone.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    In the end, this is a really good game. There are plenty of achievements and unlockable items to keep you busy for a long time. The visuals are good, but not as great as you would hope from this type of game. The only other problem is that this game will only appeal to a certain niche of gamers. The style of game is cool, but it does feel dated and antiquated in the modern area.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The poor technical implementation aside, I still think Lunar is a great game. This just doesn't like the way it was originally intended to play.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The soundtrack is also pretty cool and epic sounding. A little cut-and-paste with the production, but nice to listen to.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tiki Towers 2 is both fun and frustrating at the same time.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    FiveADay didn't grab me the same way that earlier Llamasoft games have, and somehow the subject matter feels more corny than wacky. Still it is a Llamasoft game, and as such has a high level of appeal to me both as a gamer and as a person with interest in game design. And I can't help but laugh at the messages between levels, as those are hilarious and changes depending on your performance.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Downloadable currencies and content aside, the base game of Kingdom Rush Frontiers is an enjoyable one, and it comes highly recommended to existing fans of the genre.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although there isn't really a storyline to follow, and all you do is fly around and kill aircraft all the time, it is definitely on of those kinds of simple games that you can just pick up and play in case you need some time to kill.
    • 73 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    There's also a cool multiplayer mode which sees you go up against three other players in an attempt to see who can crash first…excuse me, stay in the air the longest. It's an enjoyable extra.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    So it's not perfect, but it is immaculately presented as well as self-aware.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    ‘Lonely Ship’ is a charming little game with seemingly hidden depths.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Super Hexagon is tough, and that is clearly its defining feature. If you aren't up for a game that will frustrate you, stay away. High score chasers will feel right at home, if not outright delighted with what this simple but infuriating title has to offer.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Snappy Dragons 2 is quite fun, and easy to get into and play. The lack of polish, and memorable presentation makes it kind of feel a bit washed out. Given that it is a sequel I expected more than this. The good thing is that you do get hours of fun gameplay at a buck.
    • 60 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Yes, I do hate inconsistent framerates, but the original gameplay still shines though.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The game controls great and looks fantastic. The story might not be worth writing home about, but it at least paints a well known historical figure with a new twist. Was Noah a cold-hearted monster? Probably not, but at least Chillingo is willing to think outside the box.
    • 75 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Doodle God is a fun little casual game. It will keep you entertained for a bit, and you can pull it out in class or at a red light, create a new element or two, then tuck it back away before the teacher or police officer sees that you have it out.
    • 63 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It improves on the first game, but not enough to warrant the high price.
    • 85 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Overall the visuals really do steal the show. Strip all that back and underneath it is a pretty standard Super Sprint style racer.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    The slow pace of the game limits the appeal of an otherwise well presented game.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    So if you're the type of sadist that enjoys the thrill of unholy enemies zeroing in on you from all angles with barely a minute to catch your breath, then Mutant Storm is as pure an arcade shooter as you're going to find. Let it rain.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Le Havre is the most complete board game upon launch offering single player, pass and play and online multiplayer straight out of the box. It should have been cooked for a bit more to clean up the interface a bit, and given it retina resolution. Still it is a great adaption of the physical board game well worth diving into.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you are just playing Mini Ninjas for a quick diversion and don’t get caught up in the implications that a paid system has on the scoring you are in for a treat. Those who want to sink tons of time and money into the title certainly can. I’d say that Square Enix has done a much better job at publishing a much better free to play title than they have in the past.
    • 76 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    So it may not be a technological marvel, and the lack of truly disruptive power-ups is a little disappointing in a title like this, but gameplay is instantly addictive because it’s so damn simple. And because you don’t have to think too much with the Slaughter mode, it’s satisfying fun when you’re in need of a quick session.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It's a simple premise, that works.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Short gamelife and easy puzzles draw the final rating down, but it is definitely entertaining venturing into the Transylvanian night.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Although Puzzle Cosmos might seem like a really cool game it suffers somewhat from being forgettable.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    I was driven to madness by a helicopter on the second to last level, but for the most part the game is not all so difficult. Gamers that want a decent 6 hour adventure should consider Conviction.
    • 77 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    If you are in the mood for some interesting and fun point and click adventuring Scarlett and the Spark of Life is definitely recommended. It won' t last you more than an evening though.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Tomena Sanner is a hilarious game that I wouldn't want to have missed out on playing. Once the levels have been beaten once there isn't that much content there to make me want to play it again.
    • 78 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Kumo Lumo is a decent, colorful game that is perplexingly free.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    King Cashing is a great way to spend time, and it can be really exciting at the end of battles. At times the fact that it is a slot machine shines through, and then it feels all random and no skill.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Overall, the game is fun, but while there are plenty of unlocks, I just do not think it has enough variety to keep anyone coming back. That being said, it is a free game, and even if you get 45 minutes of solid entertainment from it, it is worth a download.
    • 80 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Diggin' Dogs borrows the perspective, and some of the control mechanics from the green crocodile from Disney, but in the end it is a completely unique experience. If you are looking for a challenging puzzler with a lot of game time, and cute dogs you can't go wrong with Diggin' Dogs.
    • 57 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Just do the right thing in the next update THQ: bring back the Hitman.

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