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Ngmoco releases Rolando 2 for iPhone, iPod touch

Peter Cohen — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:35:00 -0700

Ngmoco has released Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid, a sequel to the hit 2008 game Rolando.

Review: Lego Batman: The Videogame

Chris Holt — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Kids will still be drawn to Lego Batman's many character cameos, mixing of Lego and Batman worlds, and silly humor.

Review: Tiki Golf 3D for iPhone

Chris Barylick — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:34:00 -0700

Aside from a few bugs, this golf game is energetic fun and a good way to kill 10 to 15 minutes at a time.

Review: 2XL Supercross for iPhone

Tim Mercer — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:41:00 -0700

The high-end graphics in 2XL Supercross make it one of the best-looking racing games for the iPhone and iPod touch. In fact, everything about this game is visually pleasing.

Review: Wheel of Fortune for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:45:00 -0700

This faithful and fun recreation of the long-running TV game show has a few imperfections, but they won't spoil your puzzle-solving fun.

New video shows iPhone 3GS gaming potential

Peter Cohen — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:26:00 -0700

Firemint has posted a YouTube video showing off a tech demo on the iPhone 3GS that stretches the device's gameplaying potential.

GDC Austin to feature iPhone Games Summit

Peter Cohen — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 05:45:00 -0700

The Game Developers Conference returns to Austin, Texas in September and will feature a summit dedicated to iPhone game development.

Blizzard kills StarCraft II LAN support

Matt Peckham — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:15:00 -0700

Upcoming real-time strategy Windows game StarCraft II will ship without Local Area Network multiplayer support in an effort to combat piracy, says Blizzard, in...

Review: The Sims 3 for iPhone

Chris Holt — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:37:00 -0700

The Sims 3 plays like a cheap knockoff of the full game -- a disappointment give the premium price it commands.

Review: Clue for iPhone

Chris Barylick — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:44:00 -0700

There's a lot to like about the mobile version of Clue, the classic whodunnit board game. But some of the elements take a little of the fun out of solving the mystery.

New Harry Potter ships for Mac, other platforms

Peter Cohen — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:01:00 -0700

EA has announced the release of a new Harry Potter game, based on the events in the new movie

Doom Resurrection released for iPhone, iPod touch

Peter Cohen — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:49:00 -0700

Doom Resurrection, a new Doom game from Id Software, is available for download from the App Store.

Review: EVE Online: Apocrypha

Peter Cohen — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:29:00 -0700

if you’re willing to invest the time and effort to get the most out of this incredibly deep and intricate game, you’ll be hard pressed to find a more rewarding experience.

Review: Boulder Dash for iPhone

Omaha Sternberg — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:07:00 -0700

Boulder Dash is a retro action puzzler in which you must recover gems by digging through caves, being careful not to be crushed by rocks.

Review: Space Ace for iPhone

Chris Barylick — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:05:00 -0700

This faithful recreation of the 1983 arcade classic is a nostalgic trip to the past. But the developers did a good job adapting Space Ace for the iPhone and iPod touch, even if the game doesn't offer a lot of replay value.

Call of Duty offered as download for PowerPC and Intel Macs

Peter Cohen — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:01:00 -0700

The original Call of Duty is now available for download for PowerPC and Intel-based Macs, thanks to Aspyr.

iFighter for iPhone

Tim Mercer — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:13:00 -0700

This scrolling shooter game will take you back to the classic arcade action of games like 1942. iFighter is a fun and challenging take on old-school flying shooter games.

ZeniMax Media acquires Id Software

Peter Cohen — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:31:00 -0700

Id Software is independent no longer. The company, best know for Quake and Doom, is now under the auspices of ZeniMax Media, parent company of Bethesda Softworks.

VP releases The Abbey mystery adventure game

Peter Cohen — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 07:28:00 -0700

The Abbey is a classic point-and-click adventure game set in a medieval monastery.

Review: The Sims 3

Chris Holt — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Pushing escapism to new heights, The Sims 3 is an instant classic for anyone who's a fan of simulation games. The game doesn’t just allow for creativity, but imagination—something that is rare and laudatory in any form of entertainment.

Review: Peggle for iPhone

Chris Holt — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 02:31:00 -0700

The casual gaming hit is available for the iPhone, and retains all of its charm and ease of play in this must-have game.

Mass Effect Galaxy released for iPhone, iPod touch

Peter Cohen — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:22:00 -0700

Mass Effect Galaxy is an iPhone-exclusive game based on the popular action RPG from BioWare.

Crazy Penguin Catapult 2, Prey Invasion games offered for iPhone

Peter Cohen — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 11:52:00 -0700

Crazy Penguin 2, Prey Invasion, WaterWays and other cool games populate our latest iPhone game roundup.

Review: World Cup Ping Pong for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 02:18:00 -0700

Packed with features, this 3-D table-tennis simulator looks great. Unfortunately, it's not a lot of fun to play.

Review: Firemint Real Racing for iPhone

Chris Holt — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 02:00:00 -0700

Firemint has produced one of the most realistic racing games yet for the iPhone and iPod touch.

iPhone game roundup: 3D Rollercoaster Rush, FaceFighter

Peter Cohen — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:05:00 -0700

New iPhone games abound, and here's a roundup of some of the games that have crossed our desk this week.

Review: Foursquare for iPhone

Beau Colburn — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 01:58:00 -0700

Time will tell if Foursquare, a game where you're encouraged to explore your city and connect with friends, is the next social networking phenomenon. But this iPhone app makes it easy to join in the fun thanks to a good design.

Bomberman Touch 2: Volcano Party sports multiplayer support

Peter Cohen — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:18:00 -0700

Bomberman Touch 2 is a new game from Hudson Entertainment that features multiplayer support enabled through iPhone OS 3.0.

Review: Flight Control for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:43:00 -0700

Flight Control takes seconds to learn, and mere minutes to play. And yet, you'll find yourself clamoring to play this addictive, entertaining game again and again.

Baseball Slugger: Home Run Race 3D game released for iPhone

Peter Cohen — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:34:00 -0700

Baseball Slugger is a new 3D home run derby-style game for the iPhone and iPod touch.

VP to bring Chronicles of Riddick: Dark Athena to Mac

Peter Cohen — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:08:00 -0700

Assault on Dark Athena, the new Chronicles of Riddick game, is Mac-bound thanks to the efforts of Virtual Programming.

Review: Myst for iPhone

Tim Mercer — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 02:29:00 -0700

The puzzle-based adventure game has made it to the iPhone and iPod touch, and it's a successful transition. If you like playing at your own speed while solving puzzles and riddles, then you're sure to enjoy Myst

Review: Car Jack Streets for iPhone

Tim Mercer — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 14:41:00 -0700

This game owes a lot to Grand Theft Auto. But it's still an immersive experience with clever graphics, easy-to-use controls, and nice touches. Car Jack Streets offers endless hours of gameplay.

iPhone game maker Ngmoco taps former Sega president

Peter Cohen — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:37:00 -0700

Ngmoco has hired Simon Jeffery, former president and COO of Sega of America, to run Plus Publishing group, a new venture focused on leveraging social networking in game for iPhone 3.0.

Review: FriendFreak for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 01:51:00 -0700

This quiz app, which tests you on how well you know your Facebook friends, is cute to play, briefly. But the appeal turns out to be limited.

Hands on with Freeverse’s summer iPhone game lineup

Chris Holt — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:49:00 -0700

Freeverse has a strong lineup of games planned for the iPhone this summer, and Chris Holt has the lowdown.

Review: KarmaStar for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 08:59:00 -0700

KarmaStar's combination of careful planning, risk taking, and chance make this game a fun, addictive challenge.

Review: American Idol: The Game for iPhone

Omaha Sternberg — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:45:00 -0700

American Idol: The Game recreates the fun of the TV show on your iPhone.

Chillingo releases Defender Chronicles for iPhone, iPod touch

Peter Cohen — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:37:00 -0700

Defender Chronicles is a side-view take on the tower defense genre.

Id Software unveils ‘secret’ iPhone game: Doom Resurrection

Peter Cohen — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:46:00 -0700

Id Software has unveiled its secret iPhone and iPod touch game: Doom Resurrection, a new 3D shooter designed exclusively for iPhone that uses Doom 3 assets.

GamersGate makes play for Mac gamers

Peter Cohen — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:29:00 -0700

GamersGate is offering a Mac store to provide Mac gamers with a way of purchasing games online instead of having to go to the store.

Review: YetiSports 1 for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:27:00 -0700

Yeti Sports takes a few seconds to learn. And it takes about a minute to play. But sadly, it also takes just three or four minutes to experience completely.

EVGA brings Nvidia GeForce GTX 285 graphics to Mac Pro

Peter Cohen — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:09:00 -0700

EVGA has announced the release of its GeForce GTX 285 graphics card for the Mac Pro.

Feral to release The Movies: Superstar Edition on June 30

Peter Cohen — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 09:15:00 -0700

The Movies: Superstar Edition is a new version of the movie sim game with added content.

Ngmoco releases Star Defense game for iPhone and iPod touch

Peter Cohen — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:57:00 -0700

Star Defense is a new twist on the Tower Defense genre, fresh for the iPhone and iPod touch.

Firemint Real Racing released for iPhone and iPod touch

Peter Cohen — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 08:35:00 -0700

Firemint Real Racing is a detailed racing simulator with online leaderboards, Wi-Fi multiplayer and more.

E3 2009: Final thoughts from an E3 vet

Chris Barylick — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:42:00 -0700

Chris Barylick muses on what really stood out for him at this year's E3.

E3: iPhone Games Worth a Gander

Chris Barylick — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 07:24:00 -0700

E3 is over, but here's Chris Barylick's roundup of iPhone games worth looking at -- titles that have either come out or will be coming out soon.

Review: Wolfenstein 3D Classic for iPhone

James Savage — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 02:18:00 -0700

The classic first-person shooter has found a new home on the iPhone and iPod touch. Wolfenstein fans will appreciate the smooth transition while a new generation of players gets introduced to a great game.

Review: WordFu for iPhone

Lex Friedman — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 08:34:00 -0700

This word game blends amusing sound effects with beat-the-clock gameplay for a fun, funny experience that's well worth the cost of the download.