Category: iOS / Android / Windows Phone

Game reviews for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone devices.

Canabalt – iOS

Platform: iOS Developer: Adam Saltsman Publisher: Semi-Secret Software Release Date: 2009 Genre: Platforming, Endless runner Nerd Rating: 7 out of 10! Around a year ago, I discovered this little indie game on the PlayStation Network called “Canabalt.” I had no clue what this “Canabalt” was, but I decided to download it and try it out nonetheless because it… Continue reading Canabalt – iOS

The Simpsons: Tapped Out – iOS

Platform: iOS Developer: EA Mobile, Fox Digital Entertainment, and Gracie Films Publisher: EA Mobile Release Date: March 1st, 2012 Genre: City Builder Nerd Rating: 4.5 out of 10! Homer Simpson, the main character of The Simpsons, is popular for many reasons but intelligence is not one of them. The story of The Simpsons: Tapped Out… Continue reading The Simpsons: Tapped Out – iOS

Star Wars Force Collection – iOS

Platform: iOS Developer: Konami Publisher: Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. Release Date: September 4th, 2013 Genre: Trading Card Game (TCG), Strategy Nerd Rating: 9/10 Recently my neighbor told me about this iOS Star Wars themed trading card game, Star Wars Force Collection, as he wanted me to start playing it using his invitation code so… Continue reading Star Wars Force Collection – iOS

Layton Brothers: Mystery Room – iOS

Platform: iOS Developer: Level-5 and Matrix Software Publisher: Level-5 Release Date: June 27, 2013 Genre: Adventure, Puzzle Nerd Rating: 9/10 Reviewed by Princess Psych We’ve all had that moment. The moment when you finish a game in a series and you’re satisfied because that was one hell of an ending but you’re also sitting there freaking… Continue reading Layton Brothers: Mystery Room – iOS

Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night – iOS

Platform: iOS Release Date (NA):  July 21st, 2010 Developer:  Konami Publisher:  Konami Genre:  Puzzle Nerd Rating:  7 out of 10 As my research into the Castlevania franchise continues, I continue to stumble across strange little titles like this one, Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night.  Sounds like a total gimmick, right?  It’s easy to brush the game off as… Continue reading Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night – iOS

Castlevania: Order of Shadows – J2ME (Mobile)

Platform:  J2ME (Java Platform, Mobile Edition) (Emulated on Android Device) Release Date (NA):  September 18th, 2007 Developer:  Konami Mobile Publisher:  Konami (?) Genre:  Action-Adventure, Platforming Nerd Rating:  6 out of 10 Note:  Order of Shadows was an exclusive mobile phone game long before our current notion of mobile device games existed.  I was able to emulate… Continue reading Castlevania: Order of Shadows – J2ME (Mobile)

Iron Force – iOS

Platform: iOS Developer: Cool Fish Games Publisher: Chillingo Ltd. Release Date: June 17th, 2013 Genre: Action Nerd Rating: 7 out of 10   I recently stumbled across this tank combat game for the iOS called Iron Force, developed by Cool Fish Games and published by Chillingo Ltd, most famously known for games including Cut The Rope,… Continue reading Iron Force – iOS

Rayman Fiesta Run – Android

Platform:  Android Release Date:  November 7th, 2013 Developer:  Ubisoft (?) Publisher:  Ubisoft Genre:  Platformer Nerd Rating:  9.5 out of 10 If we’re lucky, we get a few great moments in our gaming lives where we play a sequel to a great game that turns out to be an ever greater game.  Super Mario Galaxy 2 is… Continue reading Rayman Fiesta Run – Android

Rayman Jungle Run – Android

Platform:  Android Release Date (NA):  September 27, 2012 Developer:  Pastagames Publisher:  Ubisoft Genre:  Platformer Nerd Rating:  9 out of 10 Mobile, smartphone, and tablet-based games get a bad rap (and deservedly so for the most part), but Rayman Jungle Run proves that there are companies interested in developing and releasing quality games exalted beyond the… Continue reading Rayman Jungle Run – Android

Smash Hit – iOS

Platform: iOS Developer: Mediocre AB Publisher: Mediocre AB Release Date: February 25th, 2014 Genre: Arcade (According to Apple App Store) Nerd Rating: 9 out of 10!     Around a month or so ago I went on the Apple app store to find this game, Smash Hit, being advertised on the front page. Like I always… Continue reading Smash Hit – iOS

Asphalt 8 Airborne – Windows Phone 8

Platform: Windows Phone 8 Developer: Gameloft Publisher: Gameloft Release Date: November 13, 2013 Genre: Racing Nerd Rating: 9.5 out of 10 Reviewed by Dovahkyle I never thought I’d say this about a phone/tablet game, but I am truly impressed. Maybe I am a little behind on the times as the last game I played on a… Continue reading Asphalt 8 Airborne – Windows Phone 8

Zombie Killer Squad – Android

Platform: Android Developer: Section Games Inc. Publisher: 3BD Games Release Date: November 21, 2013 Genre: Endless Runner Nerd Rating: 7 out of 10 Reviewed by The Wastelander Section Games have utilized a repetitive formula of endless runners, but have completely made it their own, proving that even if zombies aren’t new, at least they’re still fairly new… Continue reading Zombie Killer Squad – Android

Hatchi – iOS

Hatchi faithfully recreates the simplistic pet simulators of the mid-90’s, but also adds a few new things. While still not great for binge gaming, it can still deliver a satisfying experience, even with the occasional in-app purchase.