Thursday July 25
09:02
Rivals At War: 2084 Review
Rivals At War: 2084 Review
By Rob Rich on July 25th, 2013
Our Rating: :: STILL A TAD RAWUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Hothead has refined their interesting CCG formula even further, but Rivals At War: 2084 still retains a few of the series’ problems.
Developer: Hothead Games Inc.
Price: FREE
Version: 1.1
App...
08:45
Game of War: Fire Age Uses In-Game Language Translat...
Game of War: Fire Age Uses In-Game Language Translation
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 25th, 2013 [ permalink ]
Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Game of War: Fire Age is a new massive multiplayer strategy game that’s exclusive to the App Store. Players build and grow empires, train armies, craft weapons, create alliances,...
08:03
SessionBand – Piano Edition Review
SessionBand – Piano Edition Review
By Angela LaFollette on July 25th, 2013
Our Rating: :: PIANO FUNUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Create professional studio quality music with real piano backing tracks and over 7,000 chord-based piano loops.
Developer: UK Music Apps Ltd
Price: $2.99
Version: 1.0
App Reviewed on...
07:30
EA Makes More Money Through App Store Than Any Other...
EA Makes More Money Through App Store Than Any Other Service
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 25th, 2013 [ permalink ]
Touch Arcade reports that EA is making more money through its workings in the App Store than it is through any other service, including its own Origin service.
EA pointed out that The Simpson: Tapped Out, Real Racing 3, and...
07:03
Sky Tourist Review
Sky Tourist Review
By Blake Grundman on July 25th, 2013
Our Rating: :: BLAST OFF!Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Puzzle/platformers take the cosmos by storm in this unique take on a tired genre.
Developer: Three Legged Egg
Price: $0.99
Version: 1.0.1
App Reviewed on: iPhone 5
Graphics / Sound Rating: 4.25 out of...
06:30
Rockstar Drops 50 Percent Off Grand Theft Auto and M...
Rockstar Drops 50 Percent Off Grand Theft Auto and Max Payne iOS Titles
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 25th, 2013 [ permalink ]
Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Cult of Android reports that Rockstar titles have dropped in price for a limited time only, making games like Grand Theft Auto III and Max Payne available for 50...
06:02
Futuridium EP Review
Futuridium EP Review
By Carter Dotson on July 25th, 2013
Our Rating: :: I WUB ITUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Futuridium EP is a stylish game that is built on adjusting to the rhythm of the gameplay.
Developer: MixedBag
Price: $1.99
Version Reviewed: 1.0
Device Reviewed On: iPhone 5
Graphics / Sound Rating: 4.5...
Wednesday July 24
13:02
Iron Force Review
Iron Force Review
By Rob Rich on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: TANKS BUT NO TANKSUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
It’s tough to choose between enjoying Iron Force and loathing it when half of the matches feel one-sided.
Developer: Chillingo
Price: FREE
Version: 1.0.2
App Reviewed on: iPhone 5
Graphics / Sound...
12:01
The Guardian of Imagination Review
The Guardian of Imagination Review
By Lee Hamlet on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: COLORFUL TALESiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
A collection of interactive short stories, The Guardian of Imagination is charming and morally-educational in equal measure.
Developer: Play Creatividad
Price: Free...
11:45
Home’s Developer To Create A Psychologically Manipul...
Home’s Developer To Create A Psychologically Manipulative Dating Sim
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 24th, 2013 [ permalink ]
Pocket Gamer Biz has taken the time to speak with the creator of Home – A Unique Horror Adventure in its latest “Making of” series. The article offers a look at the development process that Benjamin Rivers took in the...
11:30
One Dozen Giant Robot & Monster Games That You S...
Pretty much everyone has been buzzing about “Pacific Rim” this month. The movie has been doing quite well from what I understand (plus it’s freaking awesome), but like most summer blockbusters that popularity also equates to some tie-in games across multiple platforms. While I found the Xbox Live Arcade game to be pretty enjoyable, the iOS...
11:30
Madgarden Dev Talks Chillaxian, a Chill-Out, Galaxia...
What has Paul Pridham of Madgarden been up to lately? Well, after the release of his collaboration with Rocketcat Games in Punch Quest, he’s been a busy little beaver. On his entertaining Twitter account, he’s posted in-progress screens of games he’s created. He’s released small projects such as Eggnogg, his take on the unreleased Nidhogg, and Mad...
11:15
KEMCO’s Covenant of Solitude and Silver Nornir Has A...
KEMCO’s Covenant of Solitude and Silver Nornir Has A Major Price Drop, Available For 99 Cents Each
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 24th, 2013 [ permalink ]
Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
RPG’s are on sale! KEMCO has announced that RPG Covenant of Solitude and RPG Silver Nornir have both dropped in price for a limited time...
11:01
Dreamscapes: The Sandman Review
Dreamscapes: The Sandman Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: SPOOKY ADVENTURESiPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
It might not be the hardest of adventure games, but Dreamscapes is certainly very creepy and atmospheric.
Developer: G5 Entertainment
Price: $6.99 (to unlock full game)
Version Reviewed: 1...
10:30
Poppy: The iPhone’s 3D Camera Accessory
I have very fond memories of seeing the sights of the world through a View-Master, with its fancy stereoscopic imagery. In a way, that’s the sort of thing that Poppy is set to offer, with the added bonus of users being able to create and share their own 3D videos, rather than be constricted to pieces of cardboard acting as film.
It’s the...
10:03
Lums Review
Lums Review
By Carter Dotson on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: LIGHT MY FIREiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Lums is a physics puzzler that gives the player an astounding amount of agency, which makes it so much more fun than other, luck-based physics puzzlers.
Developer: Hyperbolic Magnetism...
09:03
Epoch Review
Epoch Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: MINIMALIST VIDEO BROWSINGUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Epoch makes it simple and effortless to browse for fun and relevant YouTube videos.
Developer: Deja.io
Price: FREE
Version Reviewed: 1.1
Device Reviewed On: iPhone 5
iPhone Integration Rating...
08:02
Gem Jam Review
Gem Jam Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: SIMPLE MATCHINGiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Keeping it simple and pure, one might hope for more options in this Hexic style Match-3 game, but it’s still quite fun.
Developer: Vorticity
Price: $0.99
Version Reviewed: 1.1...
06:02
Agenda Calendar 4 Review
Agenda Calendar 4 Review
By Ruairi O'Gallchoir on July 24th, 2013
Our Rating: :: DATEABLEiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
A full-featured and easy to use calendar app featuring an unobtrusive interface and a sizable featureset which makes for a very well done calendar app.
Developer: savvyapps,...
Tuesday July 23
12:02
Soul Savior Review
Soul Savior Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: SOUL SEARCHINGUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Simply done, Soul Savior has that certain something about it that makes players want to keep on playing.
Developer: Alaparplay
Price: $0.99
Version Reviewed: 1.0.1
Device Reviewed On: iPhone 5...
11:15
DataMan Next’s New Geek Edition With Superman User I...
DataMan Next’s New Geek Edition With Superman User Interface Free Today Only
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 23rd, 2013 [ permalink ]
iPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
To cheer up those who are already missing Comic Con, DataMan Next (Geek Edition) is now available for free, for today only. The Geek Edition...
11:02
FitStar: Tony Gonzalez Review
FitStar: Tony Gonzalez Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: PERSONALIZED EXERCISEiPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
FitStar: Tony Gonzalez offers a pretty great video-based workout for novices, at a price.
Developer: FitStar Labs
Price: FREE (in-app purchases available)
Version Reviewed: 1.4.0
Device...
10:45
Riptide GP2 To Splash On The App Store This Thursday
Riptide GP2 To Splash On The App Store This Thursday
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 23rd, 2013 [ permalink ]
Are you ready to get wet? It’s nearly time to jump on your hydro jets and begin the race as Pocket Gamer reports that Riptide GP2 is set to launch on iOS this Thursday, July 25th. If you haven’t seen it yet, make sure to check out the...
10:30
The Portable Podcast, Episode 194
Don’t tell me what to do!
On This Episode:
Carter and Brett discuss why they have a problem with Chillingo’s recent move to take Kamikaze Pigs from paid to free after four days, and why they appear to be faltering as publisher as compared to others on iOS. As well, discussion of Futuridium EP is carried out, and why the way it teaches players to...
10:15
Banana Kong Goes Bananas, Now Free For The Next 24 H...
Banana Kong Goes Bananas, Now Free For The Next 24 Hours
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 23rd, 2013 [ permalink ]
Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Pocket Gamer reports that the Donkey Kong Country inspired endless-runner, Banana Kong, is now available for free.
However, you only have 24 hours to download the game before it...
10:02
Cal Review
Cal Review
By Lee Hamlet on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: BEAUTIFUL PRODUCTIVITYiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Cal might not be the most intuitive calendar app we’ve ever seen, but it is by far the most beautiful.
Developer: Any.Do
Price: Free
Version: 1.1.6
App Reviewed on: iPhone 4S
iPhone...
09:30
How To: Use and Manage iMessage, Including How to Re...
Apple’s iMessage is great. Sending messages without using up text plan messages or over wifi? Brilliant! Plus, typing out messages on the iPad or from a Mac is so much better. But there’s plenty of little settings that can modify your experience, or make it difficult if you ever switch phones. Here’s our guide to helping clear up how to use...
09:02
Zombie Chickens HD Review
Zombie Chickens HD Review
By Jordan Minor on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: BIRDEMICiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Amusing premise aside, Zombie Chickens is about as lifeless as its enemies.
Developer: Benjamin Selby
Price: Free
Version Reviewed: 1.1
Device Reviewed On: iPhone 4S
Graphics / Sound...
08:02
Bounty Arms Review
Bounty Arms Review
By Campbell Bird on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: BEAUTIFUL BOUNTYUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Run and gun in this beautiful shooter featuring a cast of three unique characters.
Developer: Kerosene Games
Price: $4.99
Version: 1.1.0
App Reviewed on: iPhone 4s
Graphics / Sound Rating: Rating...
07:02
Greenpeace Arctic Defender 13 Review
Greenpeace Arctic Defender 13 Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: BASIC ENVIRONMENTAL RUNNINGiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Fun for five minutes, and with an important message, Arctic Defender 2013 could do with offering more reasons to go back for more.
Developer:...
06:02
Grid Review
Grid Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 23rd, 2013
Our Rating: :: FLEXIBLE PLANNINGUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Offering a different way of planning or organizing one’s life, Grid is a pretty useful productivity tool.
Developer: Binary Thumb
Price: FREE
Version Reviewed: 1.01
Device Reviewed On: iPhone 5
iPhone...
Monday July 22
13:45
The Five Most Recommended Apps This Week – July 22
Each week, we take a look at the top twenty most recommended iOS apps on Powerslyde. We want to help you find some great apps recommended by app lovers just like you, and maybe help you discover some apps that you might not find on the top apps lists on iTunes.
This week, we’ve grabbed the top five most recommended apps from Powerslyde:...
13:02
Layrs Review
Layrs Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: ATTRACTIVE LAYERINGiPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Making it simple to add effects to individual parts of a photo, Layrs is a handy addition to the casual photographer’s arsenal.
Developer: Artware
Price: FREE
Version Reviewed: 1....
12:30
Eyes Attack Aims To Obliterate Invading Aliens This...
Eyes Attack Aims To Obliterate Invading Aliens This August
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
Marvelous Games has announced Eyes Attack, a new action title that will release this August. You play the role of a little blue hunter fluff-ball, and it’s your job to defend the planet from waves of attacking aliens. With quick...
12:15
Thor: The Dark World – Gameloft Joins Forces With Ma...
Thor: The Dark World – Gameloft Joins Forces With Marvel Once Again
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
Gameloft has teamed up with Marvel once again, this time to bring Thor: The Dark World to the App Store. The new game is inspired by the upcoming movie, which will launch simultaneously this fall. The free-to-play game...
12:02
Call Of Mini Infinity Review
Call Of Mini Infinity Review
By Jennifer Allen on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: UNINSPIRED SHOOTINGUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A fairly unrestricted free to play game, Call of Mini: Infinity flounders by being just not very interesting at all.
Developer: Triniti Games
Price: FREE
Version Reviewed: 1.0...
11:30
Frozen Synapse Drops Price, Now Available For $2.99
Frozen Synapse Drops Price, Now Available For $2.99
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
iPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
Frozen Synapse has lowered its price to $2.99 today, dropping from its original price of $6.99, reports Pocket Gamer.
In our review, Rob Rich says, “Frozen Synapse is a great addition to the...
11:15
Bad Piggies – Rise & Swine With 30 New Stages, N...
Bad Piggies – Rise & Swine With 30 New Stages, New Power-Ups and Items
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
iPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
Pocket Gamer reports that 30 brand-new Rise & Swine stages have been added to Bad Piggies.
The update also provides players with new power-ups and items to help...
11:02
Piano Genius Review
Piano Genius Review
By Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: HITS THE RIGHT KEYUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Piano Genius is the piano version of Guitar Hero and has players pushing the correct keys in sync with falling dots to create lovely sounding music.
Developer: Synaptic Stuff
Price: FREE...
10:45
TI-Nspire All-In-One iPad App Solves All Math’s Prob...
TI-Nspire All-In-One iPad App Solves All Math’s Problems
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
iPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
TI-Nspire is a new all-in-one iPad app that gets you ready for doing math during the upcoming school year. It features a calculator, graphs, data, statistics, lists, spreadsheets, and...
10:30
Rhapsody Writes Up New Features, Adds Album Reviews...
Rhapsody Writes Up New Features, Adds Album Reviews and Curated Playlists
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Rhapsody updates its tune, providing even more access to music with new editorial content available directly on any iOS device. Users are able to read content...
10:16
TourPal Travel Guide Makes Sifting Through Tours Eas...
TourPal Travel Guide Makes Sifting Through Tours Easier
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 22nd, 2013 [ permalink ]
iPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
TourPal Travel Guide – Audio Tour Guides Advisor with Tours, Hotels & GPS Offline Trip Maps (London, Paris, New York, Bangkok, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Rome,...
10:03
Whirl the Squirrel Review
Whirl the Squirrel Review
By Rob Rich on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: RUN FOR STUFFUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Whirl the Squirrel might look cute, but underneath all that quirkiness is a challenging and entertaining racer.
Developer: Dioxis Mining
Price: $0.99
Version: 1.1
App Reviewed on: iPhone 5...
09:30
Favorite 4: Privacy-Friendly Replacement Apps
Given recent news events, the privacy of our data and just who has the ability to look at it is a growing concern. Many services that we use are proprietary creations, often served by corporations who may be willing (or forced) to distribute data transmitted through these services to governments or corporations. Now, for the security and privacy...
09:03
Isometric Review
Isometric Review
By Rob Rich on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: BOX ARTUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Isometric is a neat tool for creating geometric patterns but its use is somewhat limited.
Developer: Jan Peter
Price: $1.99
Version: 1.1
App Reviewed on: iPhone 5
iPhone Integration Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars...
08:03
PeaceKeeper Review
PeaceKeeper Review
By Lee Hamlet on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: HARDCORE iPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Reaction times and trigger fingers will be tested in this gory cover-based shooter.
Developer: A10.com
Price: Free
Version: 1.0.1
App Reviewed on: iPhone 4S
Graphics / Sound Rating: 3.5...
07:03
Zombies!!! Review
Zombies!!! Review
By Campbell Bird on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: BOARDING OF THE DEADUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Kill zombies and gather supplies to “get to the choppa” in this zombie-themed board game.
Developer: babaroga
Price: $4.99
Version: 1.0.1
App Reviewed on: iPad
Graphics / Sound Rating: Rating:...
06:03
Resume Designer Pro Review
Resume Designer Pro Review
By Lee Hamlet on July 22nd, 2013
Our Rating: :: RESUMES MADE EASYUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A quick and easy way to construct a professional and impressive resume.
Developer: Mostafa Ashour
Price: $2.99
Version: 1.0.2
App Reviewed on: iPhone 4S
iPhone Integration Rating: 3.75 out...
Sunday July 21
18:35
This Week at 148Apps: July 15-19, 2013
Your App Authority
Week-in and week-out, the 148Apps reviewers search through the new apps out there, find the good ones, and write about them in depth. The ones we love become Editor’s Choice, standing out above the many good apps and games with something just a little bit more to offer. Want to see what we’ve been up to this week? Take a look...
Friday July 19
13:15
VLC for iOS Comes To The App Store
VLC for iOS Comes To The App Store
Posted by Andrew Stevens on July 19th, 2013 [ permalink ]
Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
VLC for iOS has released on the App Store, bringing the free media player to your iPhone and iPad. The open source app allows users to play all their movies and shows in most formats without the need...
