You may already be familiar with ToyTalk entertainment applications for iOS devices, but you may not be aware that the startup is led by former Pixar CTO, Oren Jacob (whose claim to fame includes titles like Toy Story 1&2, A Bug's Life, and Finding Nemo) and Martin Reddy (who came to the company from SRI, which you know better as Siri). The company's aim has moved toward … [Read more...] about ToyTalk Launches SpeakaLegend Interactive iOS App for Kids, Bigger Things Coming
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Rovio Releasing Angry Birds Transformers for iOS Ahead of Android
Even if you aren't familiar with Rovio, you have almost certainly played their games. As the creators of the Angry Bird franchise, Rovio is one of the most successful mobile development stories out there. In addition to the classic title that made them famous, the development house is constantly releasing updates and additional spins on the original physics-based bird-tossing … [Read more...] about Rovio Releasing Angry Birds Transformers for iOS Ahead of Android
Major Fruit Ninja Update Coming in Early October
Fruit Ninja is one of those games that is cleverly simple but difficult to master; it is face-paced enough to keep you engaged, but quick enough to play it easily passes the time in waiting rooms. Fans of the existing 'swipe and slice' styling may be excited to discover that the game is being rebuilt from the ground up in early October, with a fresh user interface and new menu. … [Read more...] about Major Fruit Ninja Update Coming in Early October
Play Alien Creeps: Tower Defense Extraterrestrial Style
There are plenty of games around just like it, but sometimes you need a little tower defense strategy game time to help you unwind. To that end, Alien Creeps TD is a game worthy of your attention. Brought to you by the developers at Outplay Entertainment, Alien Creeps TD is equal parts challenging and addictive. A quick tutorial when you begin the game will get you started, and … [Read more...] about Play Alien Creeps: Tower Defense Extraterrestrial Style
The Maze Runner Game Arrives on Android
The Maze Runner phenomenon is running wild --beginning with a book series by James Dashner and evolving into an action film currently in theatres, the trilogy is now complete with an officially licensed mobile game released by PikPok (developed by Sticky Studios). Players are invited to follow a group of teenagers known as the Gladers around a complex maze in which they have … [Read more...] about The Maze Runner Game Arrives on Android
Avenged Sevenfold Plans Rock and RPG in Hail to the King: Deathbat
If you are fans of the music by Avenged Sevenfold, and you really like the horror genre, news that the band is about to release a new action-RPG game for your iOS and Android devices will be very exciting. In Hail to the King: Deathbat you are invited to fight your way through Nightmare and Bat Country, parts of an animated web series already developed and … [Read more...] about Avenged Sevenfold Plans Rock and RPG in Hail to the King: Deathbat
Fight Off The Sinister Six in Spider-Man Unlimited for Android
There are plenty of action hero games available in the mobile world, but few that capture the true essence of their comic book beginnings. In Spider-Man Unlimited, Gameloft has found a way to marry an action-packed arcade adventure game with the hand-drawn charm of a classic Marvel comic. The aim of the game is to defeat the Sinister Six. They have opened a dimensional … [Read more...] about Fight Off The Sinister Six in Spider-Man Unlimited for Android
Super Monkey Ball Bounce Arrives on Android
Once upon a time, in my console gaming days, I first laid eyes on Super Monkey Ball. Since that time, I've been hooked. Featuring game-play that is easy to learn but difficult to master, this franchise knows how to bring the spirit of arcade gaming to any platform it lands on. In that way, Super Monkey Ball Bounce on your Android device does not disappoint. Offering 119 … [Read more...] about Super Monkey Ball Bounce Arrives on Android
Beamdog Studios RPG Icewind Dale Headed to Android
If you joined me in my love for the classic PC Dungeons and Dragons RPG Baldur's Gate that came to Android devices thanks to Beamdog Studios, you will be excited to hear they are at it again with D&D-based game, Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition. Filled with new content and game improvements set in the Forgotten Realms, Beamdog Studios has a lot planned for Icewind Dale: … [Read more...] about Beamdog Studios RPG Icewind Dale Headed to Android
Zen Studios Ready to Launch The Walking Dead Pinball
Zen Studios is readying their next masterpiece, based this time on Telltale's The Walking Dead adventure game. While it is true that the typical pinball format rarely lends itself well to complex story-lines, this release does a surprisingly good job at capturing key scenes from the first season of the franchise (including a healthy sprinkling of ambulatory corpses). Adding … [Read more...] about Zen Studios Ready to Launch The Walking Dead Pinball
Barnes and Noble to Offer Angry Birds Stella Preview In-Store
Meet Stella, the fiercest and feistiest of the Angry Birds (and quite possibly the prettiest). Together with her closest friends: Dahlia, Poppy, Willow, and Luca, she will battle her used-to-be BFF, Gale --the Bad Princess who now has Minion Pigs at her disposal! Set on Golden Island in the Big Tree, Stella joins a long list of Angry Birds-themed games (with my favourite so far … [Read more...] about Barnes and Noble to Offer Angry Birds Stella Preview In-Store
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call Trailer Offers Musical Preview
Thanks to a new trailer titled the 'Legacy of Music', fans of the Final Fantasy franchise get a preview of some of the music to be included in the upcoming Curtain Call game (which should be familiar as being from the Ivalice universe taken from Final Fantasy XII and Final Fantasy Tactics). Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call promises to be a rhythm-based game featuring … [Read more...] about Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call Trailer Offers Musical Preview
Flappy Bird Sequel Swing Copters Available Now
If Flappy Birds wasn't driving you crazy or taking up enough of your free time, Gears Studio has the answer with their sequel to the popular mobile game: Swing Copters. Best described as a cross between impossibly difficult and increasingly addictive, Swing Copters is the easiest game you will never master. If you want to successfully complete this game, the goal is simple: … [Read more...] about Flappy Bird Sequel Swing Copters Available Now
WWE Collectible Card Game Available for Android
2K Games and WWE have teamed up together to create WWE Supercard, a larger-than-life game for your Android device! Filled with all of your favourite WWE Superstars, Legends, and Divas, this new game brings the excitement of wrestling to mobile gaming. To play WWE Supercard, you must collect card packs (either by earning them in online matches or purchasing them directly) … [Read more...] about WWE Collectible Card Game Available for Android