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What's new on iOS

Lee West has taken it upon himself to guide us past the pitfalls of AppStore.

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There is an ocean full of of potential time thieves on AppStore and we thought we'd guide you through the latest offerings on iPhone and iPad.

Hot Stuff

Speedway Racers
If you enjoying humming along to the Daaaaaayyyyytoooonnnnnaaa USA theme from one of the most adrenaline filled racers of the 90's you're likely to be excited about this game - a Daytona for your pocket if you will. Five courses (with reversed versions available), three cars, a career mode is what's on offer. The controls are really well made, unfortunately the physics are less arcade-like than in the obvious inspiration. But it still comes a long way on nostalgia and the online mode.

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Speedway Racers - link
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N.O.V.A. 3
Perhaps the biggest recent release - N.O.V.A. 3 combines a solid singleplayer with a radical multiplayer component. We've spent a large portion of the last week enjoying the multiplayer, and if you've got an inclination for deathmatches you should go ahead and pick this one up straight away.

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N.O.V.A. 3 - link

Penny Time
This is another entry in the "endless runner" genre with the exception of a few vital details. For one it isn't endless, and reminds us more of Mirror's Edge on iOS than your typical one button runner. You swipe your finger up, down, or sideways to the beat of the music in order to avoid all sorts of colourful obstacles. The music is awesome, the design very unique, and the game is perfect for when you just got a short amount of time to play.

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Dreamworks Dragons: TapDragonsTap
If you love physics puzzlers where things needs to be balanced, obstacles overcome, and move objects to reach your objective, you will no doubt love Dreamworks Dragons. Sitting on the back of your dragon you need to guide a bunch of sheep to safety through numerous treacherous hazards. It could easily have been a cheap licensed piece of crap, but as it stands it's a decent modernisation of Lemmings.

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Dreamworks Dragons: TapDragonsTap - link

The Bluecoats: North vs South

Do you remember North & South? If so you're probably old just like us, and you probably still treasure memories of a grey computer called Commodore 64. Now you can relive the good old days with a simple turn based strategy game. It's entertaining, beautiful and simple, and perhaps just a little too barren for modern tastes.

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The Bluecoats: North vs South - link

Free Stuff

Secret Kingdoms Mobile
It's hard not to break a smile when the story of the wolf unfolds. It's silly, weird, and fiercely addictive. You need to swipe your way to victory in a series of colorful encounters with giant bees killer sheep and gooey slimes. There is something strangely appealing about this game and it's very hard to put down.

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Secret Kingdoms Mobile - link

Castle Master 3D
Take a pinch of Defender of the Crown, add a bit of hack n' slash, with a big cup of Korean fuss in your pot and you'll have the recipe for Castle Master 3D. It offers lots of massive and colourful battles, plenty of micro management, and a fair atmosphere (even if it gets repetitive after a couple of hours). Unlike most freemium games there are clear objectives and an end to this game. It's free to play, but towards the end it will require lots of grinding unless you spend some money on it.

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Castle Master 3D - link

Juggernaut: Revenge of the Sovering
What do you get if you take the best parts of Infinity Blade, and fantasy creatures, a skill based gameplay, and top it off with a brilliant interface? The answer is something along the lines of Juggernaut. The combat mechanics are improved with a system where a rotating circle divided into fields show you the direction your enemies are facing. In order to inflict maximum damage, you have to hit them when they aren't looking. Beautiful game, charming characters, and non-intrusive monetisation.

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Juggernaut: Revenge of the Sovering - link

Prototype 2 - Companion App
This is actually not a game in itself. But if you're enjoying Prototype 2 on your Playstation 3 or Xbox 360, this companion app comes in handy as it comers abilities, achievements, and maps of the various zones. The map of the first zone is free, and if you feel like parting with some cash and enjoy the features the maps for the other two zones are also available. A good place to turn if you or James Heller are in need of a bit of help.

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Prototype 2 - Companion App - link

Classic Stuff

The Bard's Tale
If you haven't experienced The Bard's Tale before it's about time. The iOS version has now been updated to include the original adventure. There's lots of loot, quests, and damsels in distress to deal with. And if that isn't motivation enough said damsel carry around massive satchels with gold. A great sense of humour is the highlight of this very solid adventure.

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The Bard's Tale - link

Enjoy the games and we'll return soon with another instalment with more tips!



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