Saturday Specials: Chillingo Catch Of The Day

In my second installment of Saturday Specials I take a look at some older Chillingo / Clickgamer titles. These were games that slipped under the radar (one for good reason), and I figured better late than never to tell you about them. I’d definitely suggest adding Potpourrii to your collection, especially if you’re a match 3 fan. As for the others, well, at least I’ll hopefully give you some food for thought.

Quick Look: Tilt To Live for iPhone

Tilt To Live is a great example of the necessary evolution of the “dodge ‘em all” genre of game play. No longer do you have to take your invasion of privacy by unwanted elements lying down. Now you can fight back with some really cool weapons. It’s time to tilt to live…

Saturday Specials: The 99 cent Smorgasbord

Ever bought a game at the App Store just because it was 99 cents? I do quite often, and I decided I wanted to share my thoughts on some of them with you. This is hopefully going to be a regular feature for me now on TechnoBrains, but I thought I’d start it out with a random sampling of games I picked up “just because” they were 99 cents.

Quick Look: Slug Wars for iPhone

Rating 4.33 out of 5

[?]First there were bazooka toting worms, then came angry snails, and now we have Slug Wars.  Unlike the first two which are clearly Scorched Earth clones, however, Slug Wars takes a simpler approach to the strategy genre.  Unfortunately, while the game looks good and has some interesting unit types, it’s ultimately [...]

Quick Look: Meltdown – Radioactive Platformer for iPhone

Meltdown was great when it came out on my PocketPC in 2006, and four years and a platform change haven’t made it any less enjoyable. Your mission is to guide Em-cee through 100 levels of reactors that are just dying to go into meltdown before you can flip all the necessary switches. The one button control makes it perfect for the iPhone, and the challenge in later levels is certain to keep you busy for some time.

Quick Look: Thumpies for iPhone

Standard rhythm games don’t really do a whole lot for me. Thankfully some developers are willing to look outside of the box and come up with something that skirts the realm of rhythm but in the end becomes something entirely different. Such is the case with Thumpies from Big Blue Bubble, and the result is a game that is fun, crazy, and quite addictive. The controls could use a bit of tweaking, but otherwise Thumpies is an absolute blast.

Quick Look: Arachnadoodle for iPhone

If you liked Spider: The Secret Of Bryce Manor, prepare to meet its little brother. If you’re not familiar with Bryce Manor you’re in for a treat. Prepare to guide the little doodle spider through 32 levels of web building fun. The graphics are fun, the music is upbeat, and best of all the rooms can actually be challenging to beat! This is a great game for beginners and somewhat seasoned puzzle gamers alike, and it’s also good for the whole family.

Quick Look: Radial 50 for iPhone

Want a new perspective on the breakout game genre? Radial 50 takes the classic concept of brick breaking and sets it in a 360 degree playing field. The visuals are nice, the music is pretty rockin’, and there are plenty of levels to challenge you. Just don’t expect this to be the game to convert you if you’re not already a fan of the genre.

Quick Look: Daisy Mae’s Alien Buffet for iPhone

Hey look, another dual stick shooter to get excited about. Well, Daisy Mae’s Alien Buffet actually kind of is. It turns out there’s actually more to this game than the Daisy Duke like charm the heroine attempts to exude. With a cool retro sci-fi theme, some interesting weapons at your disposal, and control options to ease the beginner in, there’s a lot to like about Daisy Mae. Besides, dual Tommy guns are always awesome!

Quick Look: Twice! for iPhone

I’m not a fan of the type of game where all the pictures are hidden and you have to flip tiles over two at a time to try and find matches. However, if I could find one that really thinks outside the box, I might be willing to spend some time with it. Unfortunately, Twice just isn’t the game. It’s too bad really, because I’m a big fan of Herocraft’s work. I just couldn’t get into this particular game. It’s not bad, it’s just not for me.

Quick Look: Hellkid for iPhone

Hellkid is another entry in the ever growing genre of “keep running, jumping and swinging” style games, and for me it’s one of the more addictive ones. It sports a cool main character, a slick environment, and some wicked arm extending. It just needs a few obstacles and a couple of additional environments to take it to the next level. I’ve certainly had some fun with it, though.

Quick Look: iGuardian for iPhone

I once speculated that any scrolling shooter had to be a good game, right? One should always know better than to make such blanket statements, and iGuardian is the proof in the pudding (whatever that means). The game play is lackluster, the visuals are decent but low end compared to most other offerings, and the sound feels like it was just kind of thrown together. Fortunately there are plenty of alternatives in this genre, but I always hate having to count one out.

Quick Look: Dead Man’s Dungeon for iPhone

I’m not a big fan of the FPS genre, but it seems like a 3D dungeon crawl with the protagonist wielding guns should work reasonably well, right? Unfortunately, Dead Man’s Dungeon just doesn’t quite make the cut, especially considering some of the more recent 3D fare to hit the iPhone. The basics of the game just aren’t that interesting, and bland level design and mediocre graphics weigh it down even more. With some more work there could be something interesting, but right now it’s just not a whole lot of fun.

Quick Look: Watermelon! for iPhone

When I first saw the screen shots for Watermelon I thought to myself “I HAVE to try that game!” Turns out I was right. Watermelon is probably one of the most bizarre games I’ve played on my iPod Touch to date, and it’s also one of the most amusing. The game looks and sounds like a modern NES game, the character and concept are straight out of Shrek, and the action is fast, furious and addictive. In short, you should want this game too.

Quick Look: Skee-Ball for iPhone

Can an electronic skee-ball game really be fun? There’s no stray hands grabbing your tickets by accident, no fear of random flying balls hitting you in the head, no attendant climbing up the machine because a ball (or some other foreign object) got stuck somewhere it shouldn’t have. Turns out that despite the absence of all that, this particular skee-ball implementation is a blast! You should just go get this now, but if you really need a review…

Quick Look: Starball for iPhone

Apparently Quantum Squid Interactive didn’t get the memo that Tilt To Live was going to be THE “avoid all the enemies” game on the App Store, because they came up with their own entry in the genre. I had the opportunity to take a pre-release build of the game for a spin, and while it was fun, I felt the subtitle “Simply Addicting” might have been a bit of overkill. It seems they decided to up the ante a bit. With multiple difficulties, 3 different themes and OpenFeint integration, Starball has a chance of grabbing the throne away from the one that would be king.

Quick Look: Ten Pin Championship Bowling for iPhone

Ten Pin Championship Bowling is a solid if pretty much uninspired implementation of bowling for the iPhone. The game looks decent, and the controls are pretty easy to navigate. Lack of a computer opponent and the annoying need to go back to the main menu between each game you play gets a bit frustrating after a while.

Preview: Tilt To Live for iPhone

If the previews keep coming in this strong I think 2010 is going to be an even better year for iPhone gaming than 2009. Tilt To Live clearly demonstrates that there’s still innovation to be had even in something as simple as a “dodge everything on the screen” style game. The special effects are cool, the music rocks, and the game is just plain fun. This is definitely one to keep your eye on.

Quick Look: Gold Miner Joe for iPhone

For the first time since I’ve started reviewing Donut Games games, I find myself unable to say “they did it again”. Gold Miner Joe is not by any means a terrible game, it just doesn’t seem to me to have the certain “something” most Donut Games offerings posses. I grew to like the game a bit more as I continued to play it, but overall it never really gripped me.

MSI: Musical Keyboard for your iPhone and iPod Touch

I have been a fan of MIDI ever since it became popular in the 80’s. In the 90’s MIDI controller keyboards became available that removed much of the sound processing and programming power from the actual keyboard synthesizer and relied on an external computer system as the source. This was revolutionary for those limited in budget but more importantly allowed musicians to use the keyboard mainly for playing and rely totally on the computer sequencing software to control the MIDI data. Most sequencing software at the time did not recognize specific makes and models of keyboard synths therefore manufacturer specific features were not directly accessible via the various computer music programs when someone used a full featured synthesizer.

I must have a twin working for ION Audio or a designer there must have read my mind. I say this because I have always wanted an external musical keyboard that I could dock into a handheld computer. Not connect via cable like to a laptop but have the keyboard actually merged with the handheld like the Windows Mobile device when they first came out.

Quick Look: Retro Fighter for iPhone

Scrolling shooters are one of my favorite things, so I’m usually willing to give one a try. Retro Fighter was no exception, and it actually proved to be a pretty fun experience. The visuals are interesting in their simple way, and the levels have a nice bit of variety to them. Controlling the ship in the 360 degree levels is a bit cumbersome, but all told Retro Fighter makes it pretty easy to blast alien scum.

Preview: Pro Zombie Soccer for iPhone

So how do you defeat wave after wave of menacing killer zombies? Why, with your trusty soccer ball of course. Or so it goes with Pro Zombie Soccer, anyway. This tongue-in-cheek look at zombie slaying games is colorful, the music sounds great, and best of all it’s loads of fun.

Quick Look: Digit Defenders for iPhone

Sitcoms always teach you that there’s never a good use for math. However, apparently it can help against an imminent invasion, as witnessed in the game Digit Defenders. This game has a nice mix of math problems from a variety of different levels of learning, but it’s really geared more towards reinforcing concepts than actually learning them. Still, what a way to reinforce mathematical concepts!

Quick Look: Imp Or Oaf? for iPhone

Have you ever wondered how to tell the difference between an imp and an oaf? Well, thanks to Gilded Skull Games you can take a crash course in just such a subject with an app for your iPhone appropriately titled “Imp Or Oaf?” Kids will probably love it. Adults just looking for a casual game to play might want to look elsewhere.

Quick Look: Gas Tycoon for iPhone

There have been a number of implementations of the “pipes” style of game on handhelds over the years, and they mostly tend to play the same as one another. Like a lot of these sub-genres, then, it really becomes a matter of which one you like best. For me, Gas Tycoon is one of the better implementations I’ve played in the past couple of years. It’s nothing fancy, but there are a lot of challenging levels, there’s no timer so you can think about what you’re doing, and you actually get rewarded for beating a level in the fewest number of moves possible.

Quick Look: Arctic Shuffle 2 for iPhone

Sometimes there’s a bit of truth to the old adage: If It Ain’t Broke, Don’t Fix It. Such is the case with Arctic Shuffle 2 for the iPhone. There are a couple of tweaks that were made to enhance the game play, but overall it’s basically the same as its predecessor, just with different level designs. That’s quite all right, because it’s still great fun to play.

Quick Look: Rail Adventures for iPhone

Evil has taken over the mountain, and you must escape before it ensnares you as well. In Rail Adventures you must ride a mine cart through five areas of the mountain, trying to make your way to the bottom and freedom. Fight everything from giant bats to spooky ghosts, and be sure to jump over the junk lying on the tracks…

Quick Look: Spider Hornet Smash for iPhone

The spider’s back, and this time it’s hornet hunting season. Spider: Hornet Smash is somewhat of a lite version of Secrets Of Bryce Manor in that it gives you a feel for the controls of the game, but it’s really a new game mode that doesn’t exist in the full game. It’s more action oriented than Bryce Manor, but just as fun. If you’ve not played Bryce Manor, you really need to check this out. If you have played Bryce Manor, you should still check this out. It’s free, so it’s a win-win situation.

Quick Look: The Mystical Woods Of Darkness for iPhone

The developer of The Mystical Woods Of Darkness likens the game to the classic Castle Of Illusion starring Mickey Mouse. I will admit that I can understand the inspiration, but the unfortunate reality is that Mystical Woods is a far cry from the quality of the compared title. However, I think there’s a lot of promise for the game, so hopefully some sales will encourage the developer to put additional time into creating a more polished product.

Quick Look: Rat On A Scooter XL for iPhone

“Look ma, a rat on a scooter!” “Don’t be silly, son, rats can’t drive scooters.” Apparently she’s never peered into the warped minds of the folks over at Donut Games, because they would probably disagree with her. And so we have Rat On A Scooter XL, a game that’s actually a full fledged spin-off of a mini-game from another Donut Games title. Turns out it’s just as addictive on its own, and this time there are more modes of play to keep you entertained.

Quick Look: Elf Command for iPhone

Let’s see: so far on the iPhone we’ve had Santa killing rogue elves, demonic children and zombies (?). How about something a little more lighthearted? Welcome to Elf Command, the game that sees Santa’s Workshop automated with robotic elves that must move presents from conveyor belts to collection platforms before time runs out. It starts out easy enough, but eventually builds to a frantic pace that will give most gamers a run for their money. It’s cute, it’s Christmas-y, and it’s free, so what do you have to lose?

Quick Look: Action Hero for iPhone

The folks over at Donut Games know a thing or two about making a slick presentation. Fortunately, they can usually back it up with some addictive game play as well. Action Hero is no exception to the rule. Sure it’s “just” a run and dodge style game, but it’s a run and dodge game done with style.

Quick Look: Trigger Happy Christmas for iPhone

I know Santa’s supposed to be the jolly old sole in the big red suit that loves everyone, but sometimes he just has to take matters into his own hands. Especially when the elves develop sharp pointy teeth and nasty dispositions and threaten the very fabric of Christmas. Welcome to Trigger Happy Christmas, the game that wonders “what happens when Santa decides there’s no more mister nice guy?”

Electric Pocket Has Released FestiveTones

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]Electric Pocket has released FestiveTones — a holiday version of its MailTones app for iPhone — so now you can set certain holiday tones to play when specific people send you emails. The collection of alert tones include sleigh bells, brass bands and carols.
With FestiveTones, iPhone users can set a holiday [...]

Paragon Software Releases Handy Safe Pro Software, Advanced Mobile Data Protection for Windows Mobile Phones

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]Professional Level of Private Data Protection, Strong Encryption and Password Security, Finger-friendly Interface and Smooth PC Sync
Freiburg, GERMANY – December, 2009 – Paragon Software Group announces the release of Handy Safe Pro, the new professional version of the best-selling private data storage application for Windows Mobile devices (Symbian S60 application was [...]

Quick Look: Crush Bunny for iPhone

What do you get when you cross disaster movies with rabbits? Why you get Crush Bunny, of course. Your job is to protect innocent, unaware bunnies from the perils of falling asteroids and rogue bombardier rabbits. It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it. And as it turns out, it’s actually pretty fun.

Free For All Weekend: Why I Purchased an iPod Touch

Many of you have known me as a long time Windows Mobile PDA user. During the period of 2004 – 2008, I was also a Microsoft Valuable Professional in the mobility category for my contributions to the Windows Mobile online community. Since 2008, I have noticed a wave of iPhone and iPod Touch users. As with the older iPod devices, these users mainly listened to their vast collection of music and watched the odd TV show or movie. In early 2008, Windows Mobile developers started to contact me for reviews on iPhones and iPod Touch devices. Since I did not own an Apple product, I was not in any position to accept their offer.

As months past, I started to notice a decline in the release of new Windows Mobile games and applications. Looking into this immediately indicated that many Windows Mobile developers had started to expand into the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch arena. I would not have thought twice about this market switch if it was not for the fact that these games and applications were being made available on the iTunes store for 99 cents. Typically a similar game or application on the Windows Mobile would be anywhere from $9.95 – $19.95 with some being much higher. Initially, I took this as a introductory trend and within 4 – 6 months I felt I would start to see a large number of iPhone and iPod Touch applications appear in the $10.00 price range or higher.

Great Deals on iPhone Accessories From Wireless Ground

It’s always great when you can pickup some excellent deals a month before Christmas. Wireless Ground has a large number of deals available for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch. Many of the deals are 50% off or greater. Also Wireless ground has FREE shipping for purchases over $50.00 USD and a flat rate of $3.95 for purchases under $50.00. You cannot miss this opportunity to purchase an Apple accessory before the Christmas sale is over.

Quick Look: Crazy Turkey Blast for iPhone

Thanksgiving may be over, but there’s still plenty of fun to be had hunting turkeys on your iPhone. That is, of course, if you have Crazy Turkey Blast from EZone.com. The shooting may be standard fowl fare, but the prize system and immense number of combination of themes will keep you coming back for more.

Quick Look: Teh Internets for iPhone

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to pilot your own ROFLcopter, now is your chance to find it. Thanks to Insurgent Games and Teh Internets, you can navigate the inner reaches of the internet, dodging popup windows and defeating trolls as you try to rescue LOLcats. And don’t worry, you’re not alone if you don’t know what any of this means. Just read the review…

Quick Look: Santa’s Run for iPhone

It’s time to deliver the packages! Yes, this is yet another game focused on the theme of helping Santa get the presents out to all the little boys and girls. However, this one has a rather interesting control scheme. It’s fun to look at and listen to, and overall enjoyable to play.

Quick Look: Finger Sling for iPhone

It almost sounds like a contest for flicking boogers, but Finger Sling is not that kind of app, thankfully. It’s actually a nice little action / strategy game that takes the “king of the hill” recess game concept and applies it to balls. The game is simple, quick and fun, and it looks pretty sharp too.

Quick Look: Transylvania for iPhone

Sometimes it’s fun taking a trip down memory lane, especially when it comes to playing the computer games we used to play when we were kids. Unfortunately I don’t remember too much about the game computer game Transylvania when I was young, but after playing it on the iPhone I can see why I liked it back then. Now another generation of players can see what adventure games used to be like as well.

Are You Addicted to Twitter? – If so, You Need This New Device Called the TwitterPeek.

I thought carrying a cellphone, point and shoot camera, MP3 player and a PDA was bad enough. How about adding a TwitterPeek device to the collection? This new offering seems like a great addition to the geeky mobile person I have become. It is a simple device that allows you send and receive emails plus do twittering on the go. The cost of the device is not cheap though. At $199.00 USD, it is not a really high cost but the advanatge is it comes with a lifetime of free service with no added cost or contracts. There is the option to buy a unit for only $99.00 USD with a 6 months worth of free service and the added service fee afterwards is only $7.95 per month USD which is not bad either.

Will this technology really take off?

Quick Look: Attack Of The Dust Bunnies for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]Have you ever wondered what happens to dust bunnies when left unchecked? Apparently they don ninja outfits or start riding roaches, and either way they like to do combat with rejected army equipment. At least, that’s what Blue Omega Mobile would have you believe in their “point and shoot” [...]

Quick Look: Gold Keeper for iPhone

Ever wanted to walk in the hooves of a demon and defend hordes of gold against human thieves? Of course you have… well, maybe not. Now you can, though, thanks to Gold Keeper for your iPhone from Digital Worlds. Turns out its actually a bit of fun.

Preview: Finger Sling for iPhone

Finger Sling sounds like something a child does when they have a rogue booger, but in fact it’s actually a simple yet engaging action game coming soon to your iPhone. How long can you protect the white ball from all the attacking brown balls? That depends on how accurate your slinging is. Read the full preview to figure out what this crazy reviewer’s talking about…

Quick Look: Hockey Allstar Shootout for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]I’m all for mini-games.  For example, Skyworks has several that pretty fun, including some in the sports category.  Unfortunately, there’s a point at which mini becomes too mini.  I suppose for each person that line is different, so it does end up being somewhat of a judgment call.  For me, Hockey [...]

Quick Look: Crazy Chicken Deluxe for iPhone

Chicken hunting has never been quite as fun as when you’re hunting the crazy chicken. This light and colorful game is sure to keep you amused as you try and pluck chickens from the sky (or wherever else they might be hanging out). The graphics are wonderful, the game is easy to pick up and play, and at a minute and a half a session, you’re guaranteed not to get bored.

Quick Update: Frootrees Halloween Edition for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]You can read my review of the original Frootrees here.  Suffice it to say you probably should if you want to know about this game, and you probably want to know about this game because it’s a lot of fun.  Anyway, just in time for Halloween Tin Man Games released a [...]

Quick Look: TriColor for iPhone

You got your match 3 in my Tetris! Those of you old enough know where this argument is going, and for the rest, let’s just say that at a minimum you could describe the game TriColor as a cross between Tetris and match 3. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have any features to set it above either of those types of games, and in fact is a bit lacking in comparison. I guess if you’re a no frills player TriColor might do, but for anyone else you might consider the many alternatives present in the App Store.

Quick Look: Frootrees for iPhone

Did you ever think picking fruit from a tree was boring? You’ve obviously never done it the Frootrees way before. This is one of those rare games that’s kid friendly while at the same time challenging for adults. And I guarantee you’ll never look at fruit the same again.

Quick Look: GumDrops for iPhone

Are you a Dr. Mario fan saddened by the fact that game will never grace your iPhone screen? GumDrops might help you pass the time in Dr. Mario’s absence. Solid controls will get you hooked, and four different game modes will keep you busy for quite some time. Gumdrops with expressive faces and some classical music help seal the deal.

Quick Look: iPlutoid for iPhone

Are you looking for something different in a scrolling shooter? iPlutoid is definitely the game for you. iPlutoid takes the scrolling shooter genre to the third dimension in a fashion similar to Speroids, though it kicks things up a couple of notches. This game is certainly worth checking out.

Quick Look: Robo for iPhone

Robo is a fresh take on the “mirrors and lasers” style of game. You must push lasers, mirrors, boulders and bombs around each level, trying to clear a path to the exit so you can leave. 76 levels of challenging traps await, with excellent graphics and a rockin’ sound track to keep you entertained.

Quick Look: SpeedQUEST for iPhone

When I was growing up I used to love role playing games, especially when you had to spend a lot of time building up your characters and solving quests. Nowadays I don’t have the time for such epics any more, but I still like the idea of fighting monsters, collecting treasures, and saving hapless people. It seems that at least one developer has tried to accommodate me in the form of SpeedQUEST, or as I like to call it “speed dating for the RPG crowd”.

Quick Look: Horseshoes Pro for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]I was never real big on playing horseshoes when I was a kid, probably because I wasn’t very good at it.  Something about chucking a metal quasi-ring at a barely protruding metal pole that sat yards away that just didn’t click with me.  As it turns out, I’m not very good [...]

Quick Look: Did I Download That? Part 2

Did I Download That? Part 2 takes a look at two very different but fun games. Harvester gives you the chance to play an alien collecting Earth specimens with your UFO. In Napsters you must wake up all the sleeping critters in each level without giving them too much light.

Quick Look: Blockit! for iPhone

Protecting your bubble at all costs is your mission in Blockit! The trick is that you only have three blocks to place between your bubble and the incoming spikes, so you have to be careful when placing and replacing blocks. The concept is sound, but lack of variety keeps this from being entertaining for very long.

Quick Look: 7 Deaths for iPhone

The story of 8 “warriors” locked in combat should have the makings of a Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon epic. Unfortunately, while the characters are interesting and the dialog witty, the action in 7 Deaths is repetitive and ultimately lacking.

Quick Look: Connected for iPhone

Hey, you got your sliding puzzle game mixed with my connect the pipes game! Welcome to Connected, the next generation of the pipes genre of games. Even if you’ve played 100 other pipes style games, Connected’s unique method for moving pieces around the board makes this another one you should add to your collection.

MSI: Apple iPhone – Software Quick Look

Apple iPhone users should read Eric’s QUICK LOOK’s on iTouch/iPhone software. These overviews on third party software programs are a great source to determine if your hard earned money and time is worth the investment. If any of the titles listed in the Comprehensive Reviews/ 1 QUICK LOOK section are of interest to you, just read Eric’s comments before making the decision to download or purchase.

Quick Look: Skyscrapers for iPhone

Rating 4.00 out of 5

[?]I’m glad that Skyworks is continuing to work on non-sports related games, because they are actually turning out some interesting “pick up and play” type games.  This time around we have Skyscrapers, where the goal of the game is to build – you guessed it – skyscrapers.  It uses a simple [...]

Preview: Underground for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]I admired the developers of Circuit.Strike.One for trying to make a game that couldn’t be mistaken for your traditional shooter.  I guess I’m too old fashioned, however, because I really couldn’t get into that game.  Then along comes Underground, which is about as traditional as you can get – at least [...]

Quick Look: Card Drop for iPhone

Tired of the same old solitaire, but looking for a mobile card game to pass the time between heavy hitting games? Card Drop from Kuyi Mobile is just the game for you. A soothing melody, some reflex-inducing action and simple play mechanics make for a nice diversion from whatever’s on your mind.

Quick Look: iBzoing for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]I feel like I’m saying this more and more lately, but it’s more true every day: the App Store is over-saturated.  So what’s a game to do to stand out?  Sadly, it doesn’t always take originality, because if that were the case iBzoing should have earned more attention.  Of course, the [...]

Quick Look: Icy Escort for iPhone

Do you know where your baby penguins are? Apparently not, as Icy Escort sees you jumping your way through 30 platformed levels trying to find them. Can you reach each one before the time runs out and earn your 3 stars for every level?

Quick Look: Super Collider For iPhone

Long before the iPhone flash gamers were mindlessly amusing themselves with the genre of game where you simply move an object around an area and try to avoid all the other objects in that area. Now Pixel Mine has spruced up that concept in the form of Super Collider, and for the most part have done a really good job. There’s just a fairly annoying integration problem with the AGON social networking service that rubs me the wrong way with this game.

Quick Look: A Quest Of Knights Onrush for iPhone

In an effort to make sure that you don’t forget about their stellar castle defense game Knights Onrush, Chillingo has released a promo adventure called A Quest Of Knights Onrush. Basically a “run and slash until you die” mini-game, it’s amusing in short bursts. The up side, however, is that there’s plenty of potential should they decide to make a full game out of it.

Quick Look: Board@Work for iPhone

Bored at work? Have an iPhone or iPod Touch? Unfortunately, I don’t think this will help your situation any. Board@Work is a match 3 game that dares to be different, but ultimately doesn’t make a splash in the sea of match 3 games in the App Store.

Quick Look: Ali Jabs for iPhone

Ever wondered about the man behind the saying “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee”? Now’s your chance to learn more with Ali Jabs, the interactive source of information about Ali’s life and career. Just don’t expect too much punch after the first couple of times listening to his quotes.

Quick Look: Enigma for iPhone

Do you have what it takes to discover the sequence? I sure didn’t, as Enigma proved to be a Mastermind clone that couldn’t match up to the original. I love the concept behind this style of puzzle game, but Enigma didn’t allow me to enjoy it.

Quick Look: Crime Spree for iPhone

Feel like trying to outrun the fuzz and gather up some bags of loot? That’s just what you’ll get to do in Crime Spree for the iPhone. As Skyworks continues to expand beyond it’s sports games beginnings, it’s nice to see that they get the concept of casual games with other motifs.

Pimp Your Tech – Tips on How to Accessorize Our Favorite Gadgets

Users of electronic devices can truly enhance the enjoyment of their device with the addition of accessories. Power and performance improvements are just some of the added benefits. There are accessories geared towards kids, students and the budget conscious.

Review: Minigore for iPhone

It’s time to “get your gore on” with Minigore, the latest survival shooter published by Chillingo. The game play is frantic, the visuals are stunning, and the music is incredible. Plus, it feels like a cross between Tim Burton and Tom & Jerry. What more could you ask for?

Quick Look: Hexagon Labs for iPhone

Ready to take over the world one hexagon at a time? HeroCraft was kind enough to port their Othello clone Hexagon Labs over to the iPhone, and it’s every bit as fun as it was on the Pocket PC. And, you get to learn some cool scientific facts between each level!

Review: Zombies Vs. Sheep

Ever think that sheep were tougher than zombies? Ever care to find out? Well, whether it’s ever crossed your mind or not, Radiolaris is prepared to give you an answer with their latest iPhone offering, Zombies Vs. Sheep. I would suggest that this is one question you seek out the answer to.

Quick Look: World Cup Air Hockey for iPhone

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]Here we are again, with yet another Skyworks casual sports game.  This time around it’s Air Hockey, and as with most of their sports titles it’s pretty well constructed.  I’m just not sure that it has enough to offer that other Air Hockey games don’t.  There is a head to head [...]

Quick Look: Hotfield for iPhone

Are you in the mood for another high octane scrolling shooter? Do you want a ship that can invoke “bullet time”? Hotfield might just be your candidate, then. Unfortunately, there’s not much besides bullet time in the list of innovations here. Hotfield is definitely a solid title, but don’t come here looking for revolution (or even evolution).

Quick Look: Bubble Shuffle for iPhone

With word games constantly flooding the App Store, one wonders if we really need any more. I was hoping that Bubble Shuffle would prove that we did, but unfortunately it didn’t really deliver the goods. Read on to find out why I felt Bubble Shuffle should be left floatin’ with the fishes…

Quick Look: Mental Blocks for iPhone

After several sports mini-games, I wondered what else Skyworks was capable of. I found out in the form of Mental Blocks, a modern variant of a tried and true “remove the blocks from the screen” puzzle game. After playing Mental Blocks I’m looking forward to more non-sports Skyworks offerings.

Quick Look: Ball Rush Aqua for iPhone

In my humble opinion, Ball Rush Aqua was probably the best Arkanoid clone on the Pocket PC. Now that it has made its way over to the iPhone there’s still a lot to enjoy about it, but it feels a bit sluggish compared to some newer offerings like Ball Slam Fantasy. Still, if you like the brick breaking style of game, Ball Rush Aqua has a lot going for it.

Quick Look: Brain Fit for iPhone

Looking for a new take on the genre of puzzle game where you arrange odd-shaped blocks into a big pattern? Brain Fit is just what you need. 90 levels will keep you entertained for hours, and the soothing music will ease your frustrations as the challenge gets harder with each level.

Review: Ball Slam Fantasy

It sounds like an application that might have missed out on Apple’s rating system, but in actuality it’s a fun take on the “break some bricks” genre of game. Colorful graphics and an upbeat soundtrack will captivate you while the quick, solid game play keeps you coming back for more.

Quick Look: Gobble for iPhone

Dodge the red, gobble the blue, and snag some fruit while you’re at it. That’s the basic premise behind Gobble for the iPhone from Pocketfun, and it turns out that it’s a simple yet addictive game.

Quick Look: The Terminator for iPhone

Are you ready to help the resistance fight the war against Skynet? Have you always dreamed of running around decimating Terminator forces? Well, keep on dreaming, because The Terminator from Big Head Games is really going to leave you unfulfilled in your dreams.

Quick Look: Uggles for iPhone

What’s cute, furry, and gets tossed around a lot? Why, an Uggle of course! If you’re looking for that next addictive experience from your iPhone or iPod Touch, look no further than Uggles. Electronic juggling has never been so fun…

Quick Look: 8Bit Games Flying for iPhone

Looking for graphics that predate video cards, and sound that is pure vintage PC speaker? Want game play that simply keeps you dodging building after building? If you’re looking for a walk down the late 70’s PC gaming memory lane, 8bit Games – Flying might just be for you.

Two Tribes B.V. and Chillingo Announce Toki Tori Promotion Contest

Rating 3.00 out of 5

[?]Toki Tori Enthusiasts Win Awesome Prizes For Promoting the Game
In preparation of the May 22nd Toki Tori iPhone launch, in conjunction with the celebration of the one year anniversary of the WiiWare™ game, Two Tribes and Chillingo are inviting gamers to show off their creative skills in the newly launched Toki [...]

Quick Look: Pop-A-Tronic for iPhone

What do big chains, charge bombs and a purifier all have in common? Why, they can be found in Pop-A-Tronic, of course! Big Blue Bubble has taken the Jawbreaker style of puzzle game and put a fresh spin on it, making it once more fun to play.

Review: Codename Lone Wolf

How do you stand out in a crowded genre for the iPhone like shooting games? If you’re Codename Lone Wolf, you start with a bunch of diverse scenarios. Then you toss in a pretty original interface and some decent graphics. Good background music doesn’t hurt, either. Read on to find out if the sniper business is in your future…

Quick Look: Scoops for iPhone

If you’ve ever wanted to make a cone that reached the stars, you have your chance with Scoops for the iPhone. For the kid in all of us, you can test your ice cream stacking skills with this simple yet entertaining game from NimbleBit. The real question is, does it “stack” up to the competition?

Review: Jezster

Jezzball has a new look in the form of Jezster from Birdsoft. An adventure mode, power-ups and the ability to play the game in the original Jezzball style make Jezster a nice update to the classic. I still don’t really have an appetite for this style of game, but Jezster has brought me a lot closer to craving it.

Review: Upsi Runner

Platform games aren’t as prevalent on the iPhone as one might expect for a mobile platform, so it’s always nice to get ahold of a new one. I was intrigued by Upsi Runner’s claim of hearkening back to the days of classics like Donkey Kong, but the ultimate result of this retro platform game left me a little bit wanting.

Quick Look: Up There for the iPhone

Wassup! Today – The concept of doing nothing other than trying to survive as long as you can traveling up or down the playing field in a game can be intriguing. Unfortunately, Up There brings nothing new to this genre, and the lack of variety in game elements makes the ride fairly dull after a while. See why I don’t feel the game rises above the rest…

Quick Look: Bubble Bee for the iPhone

Wassup! Today – Looking for something simple to play, challenging to master and fun? Bubble Bee might just be for you. Pop bubbles, dodge baddies, and see how high a score you can get. Read on to see what the buzz is about…

Money’s Too Tight to Mention – FFAW

Wassup! Today – The current slump in the economy and market down turns are forcing many large companies to cut back and force many people out of work. This may seem like a real depressing time for those that have lost their jobs but it should not be all that bad. I feel many of these people are truly blessed for being laid off over their coworkers that still have their jobs.

I say this because, this is the perfect time to take your career to the next level and by being forced to look for other employment is the perfect opportunity. Those co workers that still have their jobs will be too busy worrying if they will be next or not. If you decide to take it easy and collect Unemployment Insurance then you are certain to get depressed and be in a more serious situation than you are now. The trick is to take advantage of this time and focus your FREE time on creating new avenues.

True 3D on Your iPhone or iMac Without 3D Glasses

Wassup! Today – A new product from Wazabee will allow you to see a 3D image or play some 3D games on your iPhone without the funky traditional red and blue lens glasses. A skin is applied over the LCD screen and the 3D compatible image or game will project in true 3D. Check out the video below.

iPingPong 3D – Play Ping Pong Against Another Real iPhone Player

Wassup! Today – It is great to see another game that allows wireless multi-player interaction. iPingpong 3D looks like a really fun time killer. The game operates at 50 frames per second allowing for very smooth interaction.

Check out the video below and go HERE to download a demo or to purchase the game.

Quick Look: Sparks Part 1 for the iPhone

Wassup! Today – Sparks Part 1 has been labeled as the first “motion comic” for the iPhone / iPod Touch. But let’s call it what it is: an animated video. It costs 99 cents, and the running time is about 10 – 15 minutes. Now I’ve never read the comic book version, so I don’t know if the stories are identical or mesh in any way, but I did like where they were going with this version. For what little time there was to build anything up the characters appeared interesting, especially Sparks, who seems to be a super hero without any discernible powers. The art style had a nice noir feel to it, and the animation was rather interesting – sort of reminded me of the older super hero cartoons where the characters slid around on top of the backgrounds but there was no real “animation” per se. If you don’t know what I’m talking about you’ll understand if you decide to watch it, or you can try to find some of the old Spider-Man cartoons pre-80’s.