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For 1,551 reviews, this publication has graded:
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  • 14% same as the average critic
  • 36% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 1.4 points higher than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 74
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1,551 game reviews
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 100
    Monster Meltdown is one of those quirky little games that due to its fluid control scheme and clever bite-size level design, it makes it very hard to put down. Whether that's good or not for gaming on the go, is up for debate.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 100
    If you want a solid freemium endless runner that's not wrapped up in strong arm design and doesn't take itself too seriously, one of the best has made a sequel, and it is damn good.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 100
    Leviathan Warships is a lovely mix of real time and turn based strategy that primarily focuses on engaging multiplayer naval battles. A must have for strategy fans.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 100
    A premiere strategy experience for the iPad, primarily focused on multiplayer, whose touch controls create a more engaging experience than its PC counterpart.
    • Metascore: 63
    • Critic Score 90
    For the entry fee, fans of Linkin Park get an interactive experience with the chance to mingle with fans while unlocking an exclusive single to listen to though most gamers will have little reason to hang around once the story is over.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Assault Squadron isn't as nuanced as some of the real shmup classics, but it's still an intense challenge waiting to be conquered and mastered by veteran fans.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Great artwork and design blend to make ABOVE an addictive and challenging endless game for everyone to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of the original Death Worm or those new to the idea thanks to Super Mega Worm will get a kick out of this Earth-bound Shai-Hulud.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're after a whole lot of puzzles to eat up your spare time, look no further than Block Rogue as it gives you more than just a checklist to complete.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Flick Golf! is a great addition to the list of flick-style of sports titles and while it only really offers one form of gameplay, it's polished and great to kill off a few spare minutes.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 80
    Bug Heroes is an impressive twin-stick title that keeps things constantly engaging thanks to three different playable styles that grow and change as you defend your pile of food.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    100 Rogues is a true rogue-like game that has been given a near perfect overhaul for modern gamers with hardcore tastes; and don't let this scare you off because it's a game just about anyone can jump in to and enjoy.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    Aerox is an elegantly simple physics based title that strikes a careful balance between the controls and the camera to make the experience smooth and easy to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 80
    The scope and size of Aralon: Sword and Shadow's gameplay is only mildly dampened by the occasional odd problem, which may be off-putting for some, but they're far from game-breaking and certainly not worth depriving yourself of this great RPG.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 80
    It won't take long for most people to blast their way through Reckless Racing, but if you can get a stable connection the multiplayer is fun and the 'Delivery' mode adds some replayability too.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of gaming will love the tongue-in-cheek references and deep options that Game Dev Story has to offer, but it's a shame this game wasn't optimized for the iPhone.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 80
    For aracade fans and shmup fans in particular, Dodonpachi Resurrection is almost worth the investment, but for casual gamers it may be a price too high to risk trying immediately - wait for the LITE version first.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Archetype isn't quite the full package as far as online multiplayer FPS titles go, but it's still one of the best and close enough to perfect you can almost taste it.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Hook Worlds doesn't feature the same depth as the original titles, however the trade-off is the ability to jump right in to the wonderful endless gameplay with three unique challenges and a fourth super-hard mode to master.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    Geared 2! steps things up from the original by polishing its visual style while adding a few new challenges in to the mix; worthwhile for fans of the original and casual newcomers.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 80
    While it'd be nice if there was more to do, Trouble in Tin Town still manages to provide an interesting, if uncomplicated, campaign to complete.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    While Mad Skills Motocross may look like another casual racer, it is in fact a very technical and challenging title to master, giving hardcore racing fans and gamers a run for their money.
    • Metascore: 63
    • Critic Score 80
    Smurfs' Village hasn't quite launched with its best foot forward, but for those who have fond memories of the Smurfs and can't get enough management titles, there's no reason not to grab this game.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Scarlett and the Spark of Life is a fun, funny and entertaining journey and a great lead-up for what could end up being a solid episodic adventure title.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    While 'The Smoking Mirror' may not feature the same level of polish and love that went in to its predecessor, it's still a great classic adventure game to curl up with.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 80
    It isn't the same flashy rock-solid tactical shooter that has rocketed off on major consoles, but the single-player campaign has some meat even despite the anemic multiplayer mode.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Unlike SEGA's previous revivals, ChuChu Rocket! feels perfectly at home on an iDevice, making this a must have for puzzle fans that haven't tried the original.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 80
    Rimelands: Hammer of Thor is an excellent turn-based RPG with an amazingly simple combat system that only gets better as you delve deeper in to your chosen character path.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 80
    Let your inner madman have his release and set him loose in the world of Plunderland, where monsters roam and pirates are free to blow up everything in their path.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night is strangely moreish, but you'll need to put in some serious time to truly enjoy the game's later gameplay.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Be it a rainy day or a spare moment in your schedule, Aqueduct is a fun, simple puzzle title that's easy to dive in to, but much harder to complete.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Angry Birds Halloween is exactly what it says on the box - it's Angry Birds with a Halloween theme; if you own the original this is an easy to recommend game, but if you don't it's best to start with Angry Birds instead.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Perfect Cell provides players with a unique choice between action and stealth elements, affecting the game's difficulty as a result of their actions; it's not 'perfect', but it's still a challenge worth trying.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Red Nova takes a risk by deviating from the standard twin-stick setup for survival shooters, but this polished product pulls it off almost perfectly, if not entirely intuitively; a great addition to the collection of any action fan.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Astronut is a surprisingly difficult game to master despite its somewhat simpler origins and it's worth checking out the free version before making your final purchase.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    While abstract shooters may have a limited appeal, Phoenix by Firi Games is a no-nonsense shooter that challenges players to dive in again and again to reach new heights by beating the odds that are stacked against them.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Once you're comfortable gliding around, Phoenix Spirit is a creative Metroid-style side-scroller that will melt away the hours with its relaxing gameplay.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're going to pick up an ice hockey title, 2K Sports NHL 2K11 certainly isn't a bad choice, but lacks the solid features to make it a real gem.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Burn the Rope is a surprisingly addictive puzzler thanks to the easy to pick up gameplay and charming artistic style, though playing it on the go might be a bit risky depending on where you are.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Floop is a fun physics challenge that holds back on the challenge, but makes up for it with its cute charm and interesting levels.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Graveyard Shift is a fun new physics based puzzle title that is as amusing to watch as it is to play.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 80
    Pirate's Treasure goes that one extra step with dual-stick shooters by adding challenge based gameplay, but once you're pimped out things can get repetitive.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    Not every Donut Games title is a winner, but small details in Cave Bowling show some growth and understanding of the mobile gaming audience.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 80
    Unless you have no interest in these arcade titles at all, CAPCOM ARCADE is worth picking up for its nostalgic value alone and the ability to buy the games you do like is a nice extra.
    • Metascore: 58
    • Critic Score 80
    There are plenty of other serious racers available on the App Store, but Split/Second will feed your inner tweenager's destructive lust with its explosive action like no other racer.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    If you don't already have a mindless arcade racer for your iDevice, Asphalt 6 will slot in nicely, but outside of the shiny graphics it doesn't offer anything others don't already have.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Vikings Can Fly! extends the gameplay for the 'flight' style of games by adding a distant goal and checkpoints to aid your progression, but tricky controls and a few flat periods of mindless flying prevent it from reaching stellar heights.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Amateur Surgeon 2 continues its whacky take on backyard hospitalization, fixing issues from the original that help to make this a far more immersive title.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 80
    If you don't mind a bit of grinding for cash, Armageddon by Meridian can be a fun and interesting action-strategy title, just don't expect fast progress through the campaign.
    • Metascore: 61
    • Critic Score 80
    BABEL Rising is a fun new take on the castle defense gameplay that may be a bit wicked to enjoy, but needs a bit more variety to keep you coming back all the time.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Secret of Mana for iDevices may not be the full-remake that some fans might have expected (especially when it lacks the co-op), but it's still an incredible classic RPG that genre fans should add to their collection.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    Cover Orange is a perfect time waster for those who need something more challenging than the average physics based puzzler, just be ready to replay stages multiple times until you work out the perfect sequence.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    They Need To Be Fed takes something as simple as attempting to jump between platforms and transforms it in to a fun mechanic all by itself; a charming title to play.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 80
    Grab the lite version to get a taste of Hamlet's quirky style; conquering this adventure puzzler is no easy challenge, but worth it for the smile or two you get out of it.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Surveillant proves that you don't need a huge budget or a complex system of gameplay to generate tension while providing players with a unique puzzle challenge; a diamond in the rough worth checking out.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    Whether you're taking out Frankenstein's monster, blobs of goo or avoiding those whacky plants Monster Mayhem is full of action and a cute (and yet gory) style that's fun from beginning to end.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    Farmville for your iPhone is a great way for players to access their farm without the need of a PC, but it's no replacement for the full experience on your browser.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 80
    Blue Defense: Second Wave! is a great sequel to what was already a great title and while the tilt controls may be a bit gimmicky, the gameplay is almost second to none.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    For some, Carnivores: Dinosaur Hunter may be a hard game to appreciate thanks to just how realistic the experience can feel, however this is without a doubt a must have for hunting enthusiasts and fans of open-ended titles.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Clumsy Bob is a decent endless title, but with little else to do it's counting on you not already being burnt out by the consistent stream of other horizontal runners.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Crash Bandicoot Nitro Kart 2 has gone leaps and bounds ahead of their preceding title, making this a fun and familiar title for karting fans to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    The controls were almost enough to put us off from this title, but once you're 'at ease' with them you'll find a charming, if generic JRPG in Crimson Gem Saga that feels comforting for fans of the genre.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Road Blaster for the App Store is a solid adaption of a classic arcade game and arguably better for the transition even despite its unforgiving gameplay and lack of in game help.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    It's odd that a tie-in game can overshadow a major console release, but Capcom is in top 8-bit form with Dark Void Zero and provides a lovingly crafted game that's enjoyable to blast through.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Ubisoft have boiled their PC title down to a simple gameplay mechanic, while keeping a high level of presentation that will keep strategy fans busy for quite a while.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    De Blob Revolution's various modes will satisfy different kind of puzzle fan. Good presentation on top of this makes for an enjoyable experience.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Unless you're annoyed by challenging fights there's not a lot to fault with Dinosaur Slayer, just keep a healthy song playlist queued up.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    JoyBits have nailed time-wasting to a fine art with Doodle God and with more updates planned you can expect to get great value and fun for your money.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    On the surface Doom II RPG looks a little bit country and a little bit rock'n'roll, but amazingly id Software pull off the mix while poking fun at the same time.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're looking for an interesting adventure game on the iphone, Dracula: Path of the Dragon should provide you with an entertaining couple of hours.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    2360: Battle for Cydonia will provide you with an unrelenting challenge while making you and your mech look like a kung-fu master. Casual fans can still enjoy the app, but only in bite sized chunks.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    2XL continues to impress gamers with the visuals in TROPHYLITE Rally, but despite its realism there's not enough challenging split-second chasing moments to keep coming back to.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Similar in vein to games like Left 4 Dead and Resident Evil, Aftermath makes you fragile in a deadly world of zombies and keeps the atmosphere tense from beginning to end.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're after a new line drawing game, Airstrike Defense is a worthwhile purchase.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Aside from being a well made licensed game, Alice in Wonderland will provide you with some cleverly designed puzzle platforming.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of NautralMotion's Backbreaker Football won't be disappointed with Vengeance and its new modes, but much like the original, once the content is completed it's easy to put back down.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    Getting across the road and river in Frogger was always hard enough, but only Banzai Rabbit would make you come back again, challenging gamers to fine tune their timing skills.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Just about every action fan will want to grab a copy of Battle Bears -1 for its hilarious style and non-stop rainbow-spewing brutality that could only be improved with a multiplayer mode.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    BioDefense: Zombie Outbreak brings something new to the table for TDs and while the strategy elements may work for some it's not a perfect system.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Where so many platformers have struggled to find a foothold in the App Store, Bounce On 2 manages to grip on and demonstrate how it's done.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 80
    Braveheart is a fairly unique brand of action-packed and RPG inspired gameplay, but the constant twirling can be hard to watch and pull off over longer sessions.
    • Metascore: 72
    • Critic Score 80
    It's a shame that there's not more to this release, but the decision is a simple one - If you own World at War: Zombies already, hold off that purchase, but if not... game on!
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 80
    Those on the lookout for a simple pick up and play dungeon crawler on your iphone should give Catacombs a try.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Perhaps it's no major surprise that a twin-stick based re-imagining of Tomb Raider would work so well on iDevices, but Guardian of Light goes the extra distance with a challenging campaign and a fun co-op style for friends to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Miner Disturbance is a great adaption of an already popular title and could easily be considered the definitive title thanks to its many updates compared to the free online version.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Mr.Bill is in trouble - again - and you can either help him to survive; help him to get a bonus; or watch him crash, burn and be devoured should you so wish it.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Neuroshima Hex is a board game that almost seems like it was destined for the App Store and it's great to see this deep strategic title now available for people to try.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    While it would have been great for 'No, Human' to have a bit more of a challenge, it's an extremely fun experience and worth checking out if you're an action puzzle fan.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    The Package is your typical physics puzzler in a sharp looking outfit and sometimes that's all your really need.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    HYBRID 2 doesn't change too much from the original formula, but small tweaks keep this action RPG engaging even despite minor frustrations with the controls.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    Myst was, by comparison, only a small taste of what was to come in the sequel 'Riven' and now gamers can explore complex world filled with wonder and betrayal no matter where they are.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Legendary Wars does an admirable job of propelling the castle defense genre beyond the usual predictable set of features, though players can be left fumbling to control their army with any level of accuracy.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of dungeon-exploring adventure titles will get a kick out of Sacred Odyssey, but it lacks the spark of vitality of its source material.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Unless you're driven insane by the idea of playing another endless runner, you should definitely take the time to enjoy Grim Joggers, if only to experience the random madness of trying to keep everyone alive as long as possible.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Battleheart combines a neat real-time combat system and class interactions that will feel familiar to followers of Western RPGs (including MMOs), though the controls can cause some confusion when it's least required.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    Magnetic Shaving Derby is minimalism thrown in to a blender with a healthy dose of cringe-worthy moments and strangely enough it survives the mix, making this a whacky title to play and enjoy.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Refines the gameplay of the Bust-A-Move titles while adding a few new twists to make this a great handheld version of the series.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Corporate Fury is a strange take on the usual brawler format, breaking it down to a series of intense short battles; just be aware that the violent theme doesn't pull any punches.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    Despite some frustrating control concerns, Frogatto rises to the challenge and is still a stunning platformer in the face of adversity.
    • Metascore: 90
    • Critic Score 80
    Galaxy on Fire 2 tries to bring a console level of content to the App Store in a genre that guarantees a huge amount of gameplay time even before factoring any side-missions you partake in.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    Revolt may not pack the best campaign, but it's more than your average twin-stick shooter and thanks to its upgrade system and random arenas you'll have a solid endless mode to look forward to as well.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    There's no reason not to just play Robot Unicorn Attack online for free, but then you'll wish you had bought the App just to get that ear-worm of a song out of your head - trying not to smile while playing is almost another game in itself.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Wizard Hex brings yet another iOS based board game for gamers to share with their friends, just be careful who you play with as friendships could be strained thanks to the game's unique 'ally' system.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Zombie Escape adds a few new twists to the line-drawing genre and even though things can get hectic it's a fun challenge to conquer.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Carnivores: Ice Age isn't a leap forward from the original Dinosaur Hunter gameplay, but the new environments and challenging AI controlled animals still result in an engaging experience.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Zombie Highway is a surprisingly challenging and unique endless title, but without more updates it feels a bit light on the content.
    • Metascore: 60
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're after a slightly different take on management games with a castle-defense style twist, then Zombie Wonderland might be worth investigating though it does take time to truly warm up.
    • Metascore: 82
    • Critic Score 80
    While trying to avoid the "Z is what you get when you mix X and Y", ZombieSmash! brings zombie slaying to a new creative level making this well worth trying.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 80
    Fast & Furious Adrenaline might not be the next best thing for racer fans to enjoy, but despite the unrealistic arcade style, this is still great fun for the casual gamer.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    EA Sports seems to have opted for FIFA 11 to act as a sort of short arcade stop-gap for players after a game when not playing the console version, however the missing features make this feel like a hollow shell instead of a triple-A title.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    FIFA World Cup features a few minor necessary changes from FIFA 10 and while they may not be enough for fans to jump from the console version to the handheld one it's still a great football game for your iPhone.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    For fans of Final Fantasy and RPGs, this is a no brainer. A very well made port of one of the defining games of the RPG genre.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    As with Final Fantasy, this is a great purchase fans of RPGs, and this long running game series.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    Finger Physics: Thumb Wars picks up the pieces where Finger Fun left off and manages to improve on an already solid physics puzzler.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Flick Baseball Pro is another great game in Freeverse's stable of pick up and play sports titles and despite a few rough edges it's still a solid arcade sports title.
    • Metascore: 88
    • Critic Score 80
    Where larger fingers or unsteady hands may have had a disadvantage before, Flight Control HD provides a much smoother experience that's bright and addictive to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    It's unlikely that fans of Football Manager are currently without the latest installment, however having this game available to you on the go is a dangerous recipe for social disasters; pick up this title at your peril (NB. Who needs friends when your team is on the top of the League!).
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Fruit Ninja is the sort of game that has come to typify the rising dominance of quick, simple and most of all additively fun gameplay that's great value for your iDevice.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Garage Inc. is charming in its vintage style and while the mobster storyline does add a serious edge it never overshadows the inherent fun of this management game.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 80
    This is a classic from the vaults of gaming history revisited for touch devices and while not the best platformer available it does have a genuine pedigree to live up to.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Despite the close proximity of so many platforming titles making use of the same mechanic, Gravity Guy still manages to strike out in its own direction and for those who like their games as hard as a brick-wall, then this is for you.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 80
    Gravity Hook HD represents an intense shift in challenge from Semi Secret's earlier work, but if you have patience you'll be rewarded by an amazingly intriguing gameplay style.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    GT Racing is a solid racing game which will appeal to those looking for a more realistic racing experience. While it does not contain the content or customizability of Gran Turismo, this is a solid effort that should keep racing enthusiasts happy.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Guerrilla Bob is a thoroughly enjoyable game that fans of other twin-stick shooters will want to invest in. The gameplay is very simple, but very entertaining. And while the campaign mode is quite short, the survival mode and online options will surely keep players busy, and leave them with an itchy trigger finger.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    If you enjoy shooting games with lots of firepower, Heavy Gunner 3D might be right up your alley.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    A neat new concept that tickles the brain in to thinking in new ways for bigger and better matches, but once you've come to grips with it the game can start to feel a bit sparse.
    • Metascore: 87
    • Critic Score 80
    :Shift!2: brings yet more challenging platforming puzzles over from the Armor Games favorite, though it can feel like 'more of the same' even despite interesting additions like a QR code scanner.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Silverfish is the sort of game you'd get if you crammed Snake and Geometry Wars together, but instead of some half-half mix it's a unique blend that looks and feels solid.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    The Sims 3 Ambitions takes a fairly open-ended game and adds a goal oriented focus that helps to cut back on the fiddly aspects while helping you to enjoy crafting your Sim's path in life.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    All about having fun, be it through the basic gameplay, the bright visuals or the overall theme; it's hard to leave without a smile of some kind when you're done.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're a fan of soccer and don't mind the occasional RPG then you'll probably be lost to the world when playing Soccer Superstars, but it might be a little too intense for the casual fan to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Solipskier is a great fresh twist on side-scrolling running titles with its high-speed gameplay and thumping track it's an easy game to keep coming back to.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're after an action-RPG you could hardly find better than Dungeon Hunter 2 at this time, but just because it's at the top, it doesn't mean it isn't without its flaws.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 80
    MMA by EA Sports manages to capture mixed martial arts in a way that feels great for iDevices, but its limited repertoire could hurt its long-term appeal.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    EVAC may resemble Pac-Man on the surface, but the elegantly polished combination of gameplay elements makes this more than just a simple arcade title.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    You'll need your quick-thinking strategy hat on when playing Flipstones, so it can get intense at times, but it's still a strangely addictive challenge none the less.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Helsing's Fire just oozes with style and a fun atmosphere that continues the whole way through, while the unique gameplay is almost an exciting bonus to enjoy!
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Unlike other gas-related App Store titles, Bad Air Day remains fun without being needlessly gross while featuring plenty of humerous moments to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 86
    • Critic Score 80
    Karoshi isn't your typical puzzle platformer and attempting to kill yourself is harder than it sounds; a great pickup for those who don't mind a bit of dark humor.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    The Hero puts you in control of the penultimate superhero who's only challenge is to avoid being unpopular, so try not to blow up too many cars while saving babies from the zombie plague.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Puckerz! is a fast-paced casual title that pushes all the right buttons without requiring much concentration; a great way till chill out from more demanding games.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Hungry Shark is the iPhone's anti-Ecco with its simple eat-to-live gameplay you'll be hoovering up aquatic life faster than any dolphin can save it!
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Just like the original iBomber 2 makes dropping tonnes of explosives from your 1940's style bomber lots of fun, but without adding more challenge this can quickly become stale for some.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    iBomber Defense brings Cobra Mobile's series in to a new arena and competently executes a traditional tower defense with a few polished features.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    ILLUSIA doesn't break the mold, but the platforming action-RPG genre is safe in GAMEVIL's capable hands and players can expect hours of fun as they explore the vast lands Aztaran.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Implode! offers a new take on the traditional physics based buzzle genre, providing all the mayhem of demolitions with easy to use controls.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    If you didn't enjoy Jenga when it was a pile of blocks in front of you, then you may not become a convert thanks to playing it on the iPhone, however the arcade mode and pass-and-play multiplayer add a lot to the mix when you consider you don't have to clean up after you're done.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Jump o'Clock is certainly one of the prettiest vertical jumpers to play, but once you've 'seen it all' the challenge can feel a bit empty.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    If you don't remember playing Karate Champ at the arcade you may have tried it or the many clones that came on various consoles, so you can almost guarantee some nostalgic value at this excellent arcade port for your iDevice.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Kosmo Spin is a gorgeous little arcade title with a unique spin that becomes more rewarding as you manage to balance the game's challenges; just don't expect anything more than a short-lived treat.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Knight's Rush is an excellent side-scrolling beat'em-up with just the right amount of action and RPG elements to keep you busy for some time.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    Linkoidz gets the best of both worlds as it matches fast-paced three-match gameplay with an element of strategy to create something unique and fun to enjoy over and over.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Max Adventure is a welcome relief from regular twin-stick titles as it incorporates a fun, if simple story with objectives that keep you busy right through to the end.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 80
    Mikado Defenders is a solid tower-defense game with a challenging twist for fans of genre and might just sway those who are yet to fall in love with the action packed strategy of TD titles.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    MovieCat! is a fun trivia title that may not stump movie-buffs, but it provides just the right amount of challenge and fun categories to make it well worth picking up for anyone who likes the occasional movie.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    N.Y.Zombies varied levels keep a simple idea compelling right to the end while zombies slowly, but surely work their way back in to your nightmares.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Oddy Smog's Misadventure certainly doesn't tread too much new ground, but it's still a fun, haunting experience that manages to immerse players with its dark, grimy visuals and cute main character.
    • Metascore: 85
    • Critic Score 80
    A great change of pace from the usual over the top SHMUPs of late and while it doesn't have a whole lot of content, what is provided is polished and almost perfected.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of physics puzzlers will get a great kick out of the variety in Saving Private Sheep, while casual fans will appreciate the open experimental and lenient gameplay style.
    • Metascore: 77
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of action-RPG games and Diablo in particular will feel at home with Solomon's Keep and its foreboding environments, but its simplified style makes this a great game for casual gamers to dip their toe in to.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Sonic The Hedgehog 4 is the sequel you always dreamed of - only a bit shorter; this may put off some as it is a flagrant tease, but if Episode I is any indicator the whole ride is going to be an amazing one.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Sparkle is a very well made addition to the marble popper genre. If you haven't had your fill of exploding strings of marbles, give this a whirl.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    A simple game with great presentation and fluid controls. All it needs now is achivements and online leaderboards to round out the experience.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Those familiar with Lemmings-style titles will slip in to Spirits without a second thought, though the physics based gameplay adds a new twist that suits the relaxed style perfectly.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Splode is a quick, elegant and amazingly intuitive game to enjoy that only suffers from some replayability issues due to the randomness of the spawning orbs and its limited gameplay variety.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 80
    Star Wars: Battle for Hoth isn't going to blast its way to the top of most tower defense fan's lists, but it's still a great game and well worth checking out for devotees of the Force.
    • Metascore: 64
    • Critic Score 80
    If you need a little bit more polish to your games, Star Wars: Cantina provides a perfectly rounded management experience without the complexity of other titles.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Like so many minigames there's a chance you'll get bored of the repetitive gameplay, but the online gameplay of StarDunk will keep you occupied for a long time and it's great to throw down a quick match on the go.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Unlike a lot of modern turn-based strategies, SteamBirds doesn't have a phone book thick system of statistics and rules to learn; just jump in and start shooting.
    • Metascore: 62
    • Critic Score 80
    Although Poker With Bob is fairly simplistic in its approach to draw poker, Bob is a fantastic character to play against and a decent analogue for the real deal.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    If you were a big fan of the zombified challenge of Trenches' Zombie Horde mode, Stenches is a decent pickup; just don't expect as much value as the original.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    While not as elegant or thought provoking as an adventure title, Stoneship goes for a more appealing quick puzzle style that's fun and easy to jump in to.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    Super Mega Worm is a mindless action title that places you in the place of the 'big bad mutant' out to devour humanity, one baby-pram at a time.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    Don't be misled by its looks... this may not be Little Big Planet, but it's still a physics based game that will appeal to just about any gamer.
    • Metascore: 83
    • Critic Score 80
    Similar to Beat it, this is a rhythm game where you build music track by track. The rest of the game is in a league of its own.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 80
    Fixes all but the basic problem of aiming from the first title, making this a great action-shooter experience for iDevice gamers to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    From its not-so-subtle wit to its challenging lemmings-inspired gameplay, 'Tiptop: the last march.' is a unique experience that's great value for money.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Despite some moments of frustration, Viking Tales: Mystery Of Black Rock is a fun, short action title that follows the trials and tribulations of a rather vicious sea-faring tribe.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    A new take on an established formula and while it may be slower-paced than similar titles, you'll also need to be thinking much further ahead.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    If you never experienced the fun of playing OutRun on an upright cabinet then you'll be missing out on some of what makes 'Truckers Delight: Episode 1' so fantastic, but the endless high-score experience still ranks as one of the most amusing even if it's not the best available.
    • Metascore: 70
    • Critic Score 80
    For a simple shooter, Tunnel Shoot feels great and plays just as you'd expect, but it'd be nice to get to the meat of the game earlier.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    Vampire Origins isn't perfect, but it's still a fun, quick paced action game that's well worth playing through to the end.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    The next best thing to a GTA-inspired sandbox game for the App Store, with huge environments and complex gameplay that needs to be seen to be believed.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    In a somewhat refreshing twist you get to be the large hulking baddy in WackyLands Boss and with plenty of customization options it's hard to get bored before the end.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    There's no reason not to give We Rule a try thanks to being free, but if you've already tried games that are similar there's nothing particularly new yet.
    • Metascore: 67
    • Critic Score 80
    Wolf Boy might very well become a fun title for friends to determine who's the most hardcore, but for most gamers it's still a fun experience even if find yourself hitting that retry button early on.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    While X2 Snowboarding isn't a stand-out in the trick-racing genre it's still a perfectly crafted example of the genre.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    X2 Soccer 2010 is definitely one of the best Soccer/Football games available for the App Store with its great features and tight simulation based gameplay.
    • Metascore: 73
    • Critic Score 80
    Chop Chop Caveman is a great new platformer that features a 'smart' control system that may not click with some, but shows a lot of potential as an alternative to stiff virtual buttons.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    If you enjoy platformers, Chop Chop Ninja is worth a play for its style, and its controls.
    • Metascore: 69
    • Critic Score 80
    If you're already in love with games like Run! or Canabalt you'll find a lot of similarities with Chop Chop Runner and its addition of touch-based enemy attacks make this unique enough to add to your collection.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Don't let the visuals fool you, Chromixa is a very clever, addictive puzzle game that will keep you busy for hours.
    • Metascore: 76
    • Critic Score 80
    Like other great addictive titles, Cubed Rally Racer continues to keep things interesting by mixing up the game every time you play and with such short tracks you'll be able to squeeze level out in any spare moment you have.
    • Metascore: 57
    • Critic Score 80
    Daisy Mae's Alien Buffet is an over the top, fun entry into the twin stick shooter genre that should please both casual and hardcore players.
    • Metascore: 66
    • Critic Score 80
    Dark Shrine is well worth sitting down and enjoying completely thanks to its bite-sized levels, fun story and basic RPG gameplay.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 80
    This is a great casual play and very addictive.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    Phoenix Wright is one of CAPCOM's flagship titles that has earned its iconic status with its clever gameplay and amusing characters, but the iPhone version does lose a little in the translation from the Nintendo GBA/DS.
    • Metascore: 81
    • Critic Score 80
    Pizza Boy is what platforming should feel like most if not all the time and even with the small selection of levels it's a fun game to play.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    Pirates vs. Ninjas vs. Zombies vs. Pandas doesn't bring a whole lot of changes to the table, but the challenging level designs and fun faction-based themes put it ahead of a lot of the pack.
    • Metascore: 89
    • Critic Score 80
    Shadow Era is a great first step for what could be a fantastic TCG for iOS devices - there's a lot of room for improvement, but the core gameplay is worth checking out if you're a fan of these sorts of games.
    • Metascore: 68
    • Critic Score 80
    Pocket Chef gives you a chance to not only live out some cooking fantasies, but is also a great game that gives you the tools to try it for yourself at home with or without the mess.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    It's possible to get quite far in Pocket Frogs initially and for a free title that's able to provide hours of fun that's a great investment no matter how you look at it.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    A brilliant mix of action and real time strategy elements used to create a seriously absorbing battle system, but once you've unlocked most major upgrades things tend to get repetitive.
    • Metascore: 74
    • Critic Score 80
    Guns'n'Glory will give tower defense fans a nice change-up with its moveable towers and limited resources, but as with most TD's it still suffers from the same repetitive gameplay.
    • Metascore: 75
    • Critic Score 80
    Fans of the story shouldn't need much nudging to try out this action-packed brawler as the opportunity to kick some zombie derriere as Elizabeth shouldn't be missed.
    • Metascore: 79
    • Critic Score 80
    Puzzle Quest 2 doesn't build upon its predecessor so much as it distills the addictive elements from the first and adds deeper character based gameplay in to the mix.
    • Metascore: 84
    • Critic Score 80
    Quell is a beautifully relaxing puzzle title to delve in to and even when things get rough it's easy to get lost in the moment and just play for the sake of chilling out.
    • Metascore: 80
    • Critic Score 80
    A wonderful melding of shoot em up and rhythm gameplay. There's nothing else like it on the iphone.
    • Metascore: 71
    • Critic Score 80
    There's almost no doubting the quality that's on display for RAGE and RAGE HD, but repeat runs for high-scores can become dull very quickly.
    • Metascore: 78
    • Critic Score 80
    If you want a racer that's just about speed and destruction, Raging Thunder 2 has you covered.