AppSpy's Scores

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For 1,577 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 50% higher than the average critic
  • 13% same as the average critic
  • 37% 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
Highest review score:
Critic Score 100
Lowest review score:
Critic Score 20
Score distribution:
1,577 game reviews
    • Metascore: 80
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    The monster that's unseen is far worse than anything that could be legitimately shown on screen and far more realistic too; Papa Sangre makes use of this 'theater of the mind' to create an immersive and chilling survival title.
    • Metascore: 86
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    1951 - World War One is a classic war-era dog-fighting title with a rock'n roll attitude that can only get better with time.
    • Metascore: 88
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    For what Dead Space lacks in gameplay details it manages to make up for in sheer stunning production value; a chilling shooter and a good warm-up for the upcoming sequel.
    • Metascore: 94
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    Real Racing 2 is a class act, with driving controls that feel smooth; an online multiplayer that gives players to chance to really test their skills; and a career mode that will keep you driving for hours - an easy to recommend title.
    • Metascore: 93
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    Despite only being published a decade ago, Carcassonne has all the hallmarks of a classic board-game and grabbing a version to play on the go is a boon that no one should miss.
    • Metascore: 86
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    Mushihimesama BUG PANIC goes out on a creative limb, but fans won't be dissapointed as they're given plenty of bullets to dodge while dispensing justice to bugs with a unique weapon system.
    • Metascore: 81
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    Virtual City is like a half step between farm-management and Sim City, bringing two management styles together in a deadly addictive combo.
    • Metascore: 90
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    N.O.V.A. 2 is a great sequel to what was a great game last year; the inclusion of a career-based online multiplayer gives the game a life well beyond the single-player, but don't rush in to the online matches because the single-player is definitely worth finishing first.
    • Metascore: 87
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    Infinity Blade is by its very nature a game with a narrow scope, but within those limits it's a beast of gameplay, visuals and execution; this isn't just a pretty face, it's a seriously fun game to master.
    • Metascore: 86
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    Wispin is almost without comparison as you spin your way around the level, popping blobs of various colors and deploying power-ups to stunning effect; a real arcade gem.
    • Metascore: 87
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    Beyond Ynth is an amazing improvement over the first in the series and while it's still a casual game at heart, the challenge is far from simple.
    • Metascore: 81
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    Solomon's Boneyard is Solomon's Keep minus the dungeon crawling and plus the action, making an already great title even better.
    • Metascore: 77
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    Meow Meow Happy Fight isn't so much 'zany' as it is a very precise and controlled level of fun set to get you pumped and playing until you've conquered it all.
    • Metascore: 86
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    Even once this jumps back to full price, Pro Zombie Soccer will grip you and keep you smiling thanks to its fun storyline and varied gameplay that keeps things fresh from start to finish.
    • Metascore: 76
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    While previous owners of SimCity be upset at repurchasing this title, SimCity Deluxe is how things should have been and is an excellent adaption of the series for the App Store.
    • Metascore: 81
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    Age of Zombies goes for bigger, badder and better and as a result Halfbrick studios manages to rekindle the magic of slaughtering zombies en masse.
    • Metascore: 84
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    AirAttack is a brief refreshing blast of fresh air for shoot'em-ups on the App Store and is definitely worth checking out.
    • Metascore: 85
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    If you're after a new racing title that doesn't involve four wheels, then you'd best grab Aqua Moto Racing 2 now.
    • Metascore: 81
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    The days of Bejeweled ruling the roost are long gone and while many other titles may be fighting for the crown, Babo Crash remains a solidly addictive title that rewards casual and veteran gamers with its action-packed gameplay.
    • Metascore: 70
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    While there's no reason to own episode one before playing '1112 episode 02', after experiencing this excellent adventure game you might just be compelled to own the whole series.
    • Metascore: 83
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    Monster Dash walks the line between non-stop action and platforming in this runner title while featuring enough attention to detail to stand out from the crowd.
    • Metascore: 87
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    While it may be hard to put down the previous titles, Baseball Superstars 2011 adds more depth and detail to an already choc-filled series.
    • Metascore: 92
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    For a game that would otherwise cost three times or more on another console, 'Chaos Rings' isn't just value for money - it's an amazing JRPG experience with a solid, intriguing story that's worthy of its developer's pedigree.
    • Metascore: 86
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    With so many features packed in to Chopper 2, it's insanely great value no matter what price you can get it at, but especially a must buy while it's still on sale.
    • Metascore: 93
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    Cut the Rope is quite simply a bombshell of cute, clever, addictive physics puzzle gameplay that's hard to pass up on.
    • Metascore: 93
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    For any fan of strategic board games and Risk in particular, this is the dream-app you've been waiting for and is well worth owning for your iPad.
    • Metascore: 82
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    There should be no need to convince fans of the series to immediately grab Alive 4-ever RETURNS, but for anyone that held out on the original, this is definitely bigger, badder and more exciting than ever before. Seriously... grab it!
    • Metascore: 91
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    This classic murder mystery adventure has undergone a facelift in visuals, sound, and interface while keeping the excellent story and gameplay intact.
    • Metascore: 83
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    Gameloft have made an impressive sequel here. It plays well, there is great pacing, and the story while nothing revolutionary is emotional and intriguing. Another solid FPS to add to their impressive lineup.
    • Metascore: 82
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    Tilt, jump and survive and have a fun time while finding out just what plagues Earth in The Incident.
    • Metascore: 87
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    While the lack of suitable controls can prove to be bothersome, it doesn't take away from the game's otherwise simple and compelling gameplay.
    • Metascore: 78
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    EA Sports brings the thunder and smites the competition with their latest update to the Madden NFL series.
    • Metascore: 89
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    There's nothing really new for those who have played the iPad version, but if you have an iPhone 4 this is almost without a doubt a must try experience.
    • Metascore: 90
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    Modern Combat 2: Black Pegasus sets a high-water benchmark for shooters to come, combining a solid single-player campaign with a lasting and exciting multiplayer that makes this a must have title.
    • Metascore: 87
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    If you haven't already purchased Monkey Island 2 Special Edition on another platform, then there's absolutely no reason not to grab it for your iDevice thanks to an overhauled control scheme that works almost perfectly.
    • Metascore: 76
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    From the roar of the engines, the feel of the road beneath your tires to the thumping soundtrack, Hot Pursuit is a seriously hard game to ignore or put back down.
    • Metascore: 62
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    If you were a fan of NFL 2010 then this is a no-brainer of an upgrade and NFL fans won't be disappointed with the features it packs in.
    • Metascore: 90
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    From the PC to the iPad and now the iPhone, Osmos brings its unique pure physics gameplay with all the charm to gamers no matter where they are.
    • Metascore: 83
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    Ozone is an experience worth trying, with its simple and relaxing maze gameplay that is fun to enjoy while you take in the game's atmospheric environments.
    • Metascore: 71
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    Fans of classic puzzle-adventure and recent titles like Professor Layton will love The Jim and Frank Mysteries and this is easily recommended for gamers of all walks after a lighthearted challenge.
    • Metascore: 86
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    While other skill-based platformers eat up the charts on consoles and PCs, iOS owners can try their hand at League of Evil's challenging and easy to enjoy style.
    • Metascore: 91
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    Dark Nebula - Episode 2 has developed in just the right ways to recapture what made the original so successful while building in new, exciting action elements.
    • Metascore: 91
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    Let's Golf 2 has gone beyond expectations and is a seriously fun challenge that anyone can enjoy.
    • Metascore: 82
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    Where Gangstar started out by putting a competent sandbox title on the App Store, Miami Vindication steps things up with its fun storyline, solid controls and great gameplay.
    • Metascore: 83
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    Samurai II: Vengeance may have lost its unique touch controls, but its solid gameplay and amazing artistic style are almost second to none.
    • Metascore: 74
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    Xenome Episode 1 is one of those rare opportunities to enjoy a fully-featured and wholly unique experience on your iDevice and is heartily recommended.
    • Metascore: 83
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    Zombie Infection may skate the outer-edge of 'homage' very carefully, but its intense action gameplay makes this a fun experience for any shooter fan.
    • Metascore: 81
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    The zombie theme may be getting a bit tired for some, but Zombie Shock is still a great action oriented title with castle defense elements that make this an extremely addictive title to own.
    • Metascore: 84
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    Fans of the original may experience deja-vu at first, but with so many enriched features old school fans and new-comers alike will love Zenonia 2's rich RPG experience.
    • Metascore: 78
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    Fastar! may be a parody of RPG and action titles, but its strong, simple gameplay beats the pants off just about everything out there while still making your crack a smile.
    • Metascore: 80
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    Despite any misgivings you might have for fishing games or fishing in general, Fishing Kings is truly an excellent title that shows off the iPhone's true colors.
    • Metascore: 86
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    What started out as a competent Flash game has quickly come in to its own on the App Store and now boasts 130 levels with more on the way; HD content; and a physics puzzle style that's satisfying to solve.
    • Metascore: 80
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    Freaking Inkies is good, simple, messy fun that will keep you coming back for more thanks to its easy to master controls and wonderful variation of gameplay.
    • Metascore: 72
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    All the quality and expertise that you'd expect from Activision has gone in Guitar Hero for the iPhone and is easily the premier rhythm game for your mobile device.
    • Metascore: 87
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    If you loved the original or you're even slightly intrigued by this whacky basketball title, then I heartily recommend NBA JAM, but the lack of a multiplayer feature can be a sore point.
    • Metascore: 87
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    With constant rewards and a tidy campaign, Sentinel 3: Homeworld keeps tower defense fans busy without becoming monotonous even once you've finished the main story.
    • Metascore: 82
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    Sigma is an excellent three-match title that provides just about everything you could ask for to make this a thoroughly addictive experience.
    • Metascore: 67
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    Tries to mix arcade style gameplay with controls that aim for a more 'genuine' experience that are initially intuitive, but challenging to master.
    • Metascore: 88
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    It's rare to expect a game of this quality to make the transition from the Arcade to the iPhone so smoothly, but ESPGALUDA II has lost nothing from the 2005 classic.
    • Metascore: 83
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    This is definitely not a game for the kiddies, but if you're after a great adult adventure game then look no further than the slovenly UK Detective in 'HECTOR: Badge of Carnage Episode 1'.
    • Metascore: 81
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    An easy sell for fans of the original, but it's still a fairly mindless action-slashing experience.
    • Metascore: 76
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    Highborn is a game that knows how to have fun while remaining insanely addictive and can only get better with future updates.
    • Metascore: 80
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    As far as side-scrolling tilt racers go, Monster Trucks Nitro 2 is just pure explosive fun that knows how to keep your pinned to the screen.
    • Metascore: 82
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    Could have easily been another tower-defense game, but Venan Entertainment have proven they don't need lightning to strike twice and have made an endless vertical game that just has to be tried.
    • Metascore: 84
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    A fun puzzling racer perfect for all ages and gamers thanks to its easy to pick up style, challenging hidden objectives and customizable world; a solid sequel that strikes a balance between its previous titles.
    • Metascore: 91
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    Space Miner is an addictive, well polished Asteroids clone, that mixes fast paced space combat with RPG inspired ship upgrading. This game is highly recommended.
    • Metascore: 85
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    Spider-Man: Total Mayhem is an easy to pick up and hard to put down action-brawler that not only does justice to the comic book hero, but to the game genre itself.
    • Metascore: 84
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    Spinzizzle is a great addition to anyone's casual collection of three-match puzzlers, with its slick presentation and broadly appealing simple gameplay.
    • Metascore: 76
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    Once again Gameloft have set a standard for future games to aspire to with Star Battalion's excellent space fighter combat and co-op multiplayer modes.
    • Metascore: 84
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    It's Street Fighter IV on your iphone. It looks great, controls well, and has mutliplayer. If you enjoy fighting games, buy it!
    • Metascore: 96
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    Prepare yourself for another round of hook-swinging action as Super QuickHook manages to slightly improve on the original title while rewarding players for being even more obsessive than before.
    • Metascore: 90
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    A well polished delight, that any fan of pick up and play games will enjoy.
    • Metascore: 72
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    Fans of the series who have missed out on Splinter Cell Conviction will not be disappointed by this sophisticated gaming experience for their iDevice.
    • Metascore: 87
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    Starfront: Collision shows that RTS titles have a great potential future on iOS devices; it's not perfect, but it hits all the right marks for competitive online play and a fun campaign.
    • Metascore: 85
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    Minimalistic games like Tiny Wings will never truly replace more substantial titles, but its polished gameplay and presentation make it a hard game to ignore.
    • Metascore: 77
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    Train Conductor 2 is a great step up from the original and while there are some similarities the four unique train conducting modes and brand new ghost mode are a blast to enjoy.
    • Metascore: 90
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    As fully featured as a puzzle fan could want without the addition of a level editor and best of all you get to share your genius solutions with others - what a handy idea!
    • Metascore: 80
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    UFO on Tape may feel more like a gimmicky title than the usual arcade-fare on the App Store, but its polished presentation and gameplay are unique, fun and second to none.
    • Metascore: 79
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    id have tried to fix the control problems of FPSs on the iPhone and have succeeded by removing movement all together. The game is a little pricey, but you'll get your money's worth.
    • Metascore: 91
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    Infinity Gene takes the iPhone very seriously as a hand held game console and it does so with all the polish an arcade giant like Taito can give it.
    • Metascore: 90
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    Without a doubt, PewPew 2 goes above and beyond the first game making this an easy choice for fans, but if you're still hesitating on buying this excellent game then you can always try the first game for free!
    • Metascore: 86
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    Pix'n Love Rush is the perfect example of how classic gaming can be paired with modern casual gaming, creating a challenging and addictive title that's almost endlessly appealing.
    • Metascore: 92
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    If the thought of a portable Plants vs Zombies appeals to you, or you just enjoy well made, fun, addictive games, this one is worth your time and money.
    • Metascore: 73
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    Even without additional content, Pocket Creatures is so full of character and creativity that you'll be sucked in and will have to find plenty of time in your day to keep enjoying this amazing title.
    • Metascore: 70
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    Fans of the Predators mythos might be a bit put off by some of the gameplay, but for most action fans PREDATORS is an intense and absorbing title well worth picking up.
    • Metascore: 80
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    Princess Fury doesn't leave much for the imagination as she's exactly what the title suggests: dainty, pretty, angry and deadly... you'll be thankful that you don't have to fight against her.
    • Metascore: 88
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    Push Panic is a perfect companion for those who want to blast away a few spare minutes or those who want to push the boundaries of their high-score skills; a great addition to anyone's collection.
    • Metascore: 91
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    Ragdoll Blaster 2 is what you expect in a sequel; keeping what made the original game fun, and then adding a bunch of new ideas on top of it.
    • Metascore: 63
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    Where games like Let's Golf 2 revel in the basic fun of golf, Real Golf 2011 steps things up by adding a dash more realism in to the mix along with a few professional stars to round things out.
    • Metascore: 83
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    A different approach to the Sim-Management style of gameplay that made Game Dev Story so popular, but it's no less addictive and players should prepare themselves for some social black-outs.
    • Metascore: 83
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    6th Planet merges a great storyline with simple gameplay to create a relaxing and enjoyable gaming experience.
    • Metascore: 83
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    A fun, refreshingly easy to enjoy puzzler for all ages.
    • Metascore: 94
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    A great title that offers a wide range of levels and lots game content to keep you entertained for a long time.
    • Metascore: 76
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    Rainbow Six: Shadow Vanguard may not be as polished and detailed in its gameplay compared to its console counterparts or even other recent releases by Gameloft, but it still stands up well as a portable version of a challenging tactical shooter.
    • Metascore: 96
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    World of Goo for iPhone and iPod Touch devices is almost everything fans of the original could want and those who are yet to try out this puzzling feast will be blown away by the deep, touching gameplay that grips you until the end; an easy must buy.
    • Metascore: 89
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    Comparisons aside, Coin Drop! is a fun game to play and watch while remaining addictive enough to keep you coming back for more; just the right mix for gamers on the go.
    • Metascore: 84
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    Easy to pick up gameplay; luscious visuals; and a challenge that scales from casual to serious gamer levels makes Gears the perfect time-waster for your iDevice.
    • Metascore: 89
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    Taken as it is Snuggle Truck may not be quite as hilarious as originally intended, but the fun gameplay still shines through and conquering each challenge is a blast thanks to the simple controls and varied challenges.
    • Metascore: 90
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    First Touch Soccer pushes the football genre a little further on the App Store and while it may not have the exact same features as console titles, it makes up for this by being a top competitor on the field itself.
    • Metascore: 82
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    While not as stunningly original as the first title, Chaos Rings Omega is still a great RPG that manages to polish the formula even more thanks to an engaging storyline and minor gameplay improvements.