[Horseticuffs]

On the subject of "swipe" coming to iPhone/iPod, on the e3 episode of the pocket gamer podcast (Who I think are either responsible for swipe or a major contributor) they mention that it IS, indeed coming.

I was out for a run while I was listening so I wasn't 100% paying attention, but I seem to recall they even listed a release date.

I, too, am iPad-less and intend to stay that way unless they just flat out don't update the iPod touch line this year, at which point I may pick one up with my tax return.

I'd love more digital magazines and such on my iPod, as I have no issue surfing the web and don't see how it could suck as much as not having the option at all.

Also, if you like podcasts I truly do reccomend the pocket gamer podcast, they've really stepped up their game this year.

[BlackBanditSho]

Brainsss came out a little over a month ago and some stats were released on our sales: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505124_1...SectionsArea.1 The game hasn't sold very well even though we were featured by Apple. I'm curious to hear the thoughts of the community and opinions of other developers. This isn't a post on Brainsss, I just wanted to spark a discussion on if iOS development is viable or not.

A lot of devs would kill to make $30k off a release

While that's true, that's kind of dismissive, no? I feel for these guys. I bought the game at launch, and I don't think that the 99 cent price point (or Free to play) would help sales as much as people assume.

I enjoy the game and continue to play it when i'm bored, but there are a couple of theories that i have on why it didn't hit.

1. The game has a SERIOUS identity issue. It's a super simplified zombie RTS with extra cute zombies in an extra cute world. Okay, so if the appeal is for mainstream and girlfriend, why would they be into ANY type of RTS? I love RTS games, and controlling the zombies is still kind of difficult. Because they've tried to get rid of RTS conventions like sub commands and map navigation, you're essentially amassing hordes of followers and splitting them up into sub-teams to tackle a goal. It's a little more hassle to do than a typical RTS, sure, and you eventually get used to it...but who are these gamer chicks and moms and kids that really want to sit down and micromanage in these VERY large environments? I tried to get my wife into it and she was bored within moments.

Hardcore guys like me will certainly do it because we're desperate for RTS games, but because the devs decided to go the OTHER route, it's like half of what it would appeal to my demographic. What could've been a super moody, intense, horrific zombie RTS was compromised with no apparent payoff. It's sad, because it's actually a VERY good game! It's basically still too hardcore for the casual audience that the game was aimed for, but not because of omission of features but because it's an RTS. The guys should've just made the same cutesy zombie game as an endless runner and it might've had more traction with the casuals. Conversely, had they made the game a freaky hardcore zombie RTS, it would've had lots of traction with a smaller audience, but higher sales at a potentially higher price. It's a toss up. The middle ground they chose, however, clearly didn't work out for them despite their exposure on the App Store.

2. No offense, but the app icon really doesn't grab you. More, since we're talking design elements, there's nothing that really grabs you about the design in general. Graphics are sharp in HD on my iPad, but it's so strange reconciling attacking people with my zombie horde and the super colorful look of the world. And yes, you're really forced to ATTACK and kill people. Cops will shoot at you, and the game requires tactics to take out powerful patrolling officers.

3. Somebody posted above that the game needed a better description on the appstore, and they were right. Gameplay videos would've helped, and even more exposure from places like AppSpy, Touch Arcade, and Indie Games Magazine would've gone a long way during pre-release. I actually hadn't heard about the game until one of the devs mentioned it here on Gaf.

It REALLY sucks that you guys only made 30k. You clearly put a lot of work into it and the game is actually a fun GAME for more than five minutes - a rare feat on the appstore. I was hoping that the casual gambit that you guys made would pay off so that it would encourage you to make more games.

As it is, if you guys have the resources, do what GLU Games does. Just re-skin the damn thing, add a few features to make it more RTS like, and REALLY up the atmosphere. The core engine is GREAT. If the game had more of that END NIGHT feel (another GAFFer developed zombie iOS game), I think that you'll see some financial reward from the more hardcore fanbase looking for something tonally horrific AND textured with gameplay.

Good luck!

[IndieJones]

OhCube got an updateband it controls much much better now. Still not as good as Picross 3d obviously, but it is now extremely playable.

I'd like to echo this. I could only stand to play a couple of puzzles in Oh! Cube because - even as a Picross 3D veteran - even the simplest puzzles would need a couple of tries to perfect because of the poor touch controls. Each block would take multiple taps, which, on an iPhone, exponentially increased your chances of hitting the wrong block accidentally while you jabbed wildly at the screen.

The new update seems to have really addressed that, and that alone has turned the game from a frustrating chore to a pleasant diversion.

[Awesome Animals]

European App Store now has Pocket Plane. Goto the nimblebit website to d/l....gogogo while I wait for the US launch

[heringer]

Not a single worthwhile release this week. :/

[wilflare]

Not a single worthwhile release this week. :/

Mutant Storm? :D

[heringer]

Mutant Storm? :D

Another twin stick shooter? Yay...?

[wilflare]

Another twin stick shooter? Yay...?

or Pocket Planes would be quite nice too I thought..

[dantehemi]

Really hooked on monsters ate my condo at the moment. What a great game, fast paced and a visual explosion on screen when super combos are made. The game makes you feel like a champ when you hit massive combos and the score just shoots up. I can't believe I slept on this game for so long, but I'm really happy I decided to give it a try.

What kind of strategy do you guys use? I still need to work on my high score, hoping to get into the GAF top 20, that always seems to be a main goal for myself (of course I want first, but I don't have the patience to dedicate myself to get it)

I would recommend this game to anyone who is looking for a unique style match 3 game that seems to have more depth than it first let's on. It's a great pick up and play and I'm sure many of you guys will enjoy it, and judging from my game center friend list, a lot of GAF already have.

[Milla]

Really hooked on monsters ate my condo at the moment. What a great game, fast paced and a visual explosion on screen when super combos are made. The game makes you feel like a champ when you hit massive combos and the score just shoots up. I can't believe I slept on this game for so long, but I'm really happy I decided to give it a try. What kind of strategy do you guys use? I still need to work on my high score, hoping to get into the GAF top 20, that always seems to be a main goal for myself (of course I want first, but I don't have the patience to dedicate myself to get it) I would recommend this game to anyone who is looking for a unique style match 3 game that seems to have more depth than it first let's on. It's a great pick up and play and I'm sure many of you guys will enjoy it, and judging from my game center friend list, a lot of GAF already have.

You should check this out :)

I have three DreamWorks Dragons: TapDragonDrop codes to give away. Quote this post and throw in the app icon to win, first in, first served.

[rezuth]

Brainsss came out a little over a month ago and some stats were released on our sales: http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505124_1...SectionsArea.1 The game hasn't sold very well even though we were featured by Apple. I'm curious to hear the thoughts of the community and opinions of other developers. This isn't a post on Brainsss, I just wanted to spark a discussion on if iOS development is viable or not.

Awful icon.
Awful description.
Awful name, at least try to be creative.
No highlight on the screens.
Way to pricey for having nothing prior to it.
No marketing, either by word of mouth or paid.

[mattiewheels]

Yeah, they COMPLETELY fixed the controls for Oh! Cube. I couldn't even play it initially on my iPhone, it was frustrating to do anything. Now it's amazing. I'm even impressed at the context accuracy of the taps I figure would set off the wrong input, I'm flying though and not one missed input yet!

[Shaneus]

You should check this out :) I have three DreamWorks Dragons: TapDragonDrop codes to give away. Quote this post and throw in the app icon to win, first in, first served.

Want, but all sites that have app-related icons are blocked at work :(
Instead, I offer you this:


Edit: Thank-you, Google Cache!


Are they US-only codes?

[GeekyDad]

You should check this out :)

LOL

Great vid. Didn't realize the green dude gave more points.

[sladeums]

Plants vs Zombies is on sale :

$2.99 iPad 
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/plant...2253?mt=8&ls=1

$0.99 iPhone
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/plant...2635?mt=8&ls=1

[epmode]

I'd like to echo this. I could only stand to play a couple of puzzles in Oh! Cube because - even as a Picross 3D veteran - even the simplest puzzles would need a couple of tries to perfect because of the poor touch controls. Each block would take multiple taps, which, on an iPhone, exponentially increased your chances of hitting the wrong block accidentally while you jabbed wildly at the screen. The new update seems to have really addressed that, and that alone has turned the game from a frustrating chore to a pleasant diversion.

I really, REALLY with the numbers would grey out once you account for the appropriate blocks in the row. You know, how it's done in Picross 3D. It makes it much easier to tell at a glance which rows still need work.

[Yaboosh]

I really, REALLY with the numbers would grey out once you account for the appropriate blocks in the row. You know, how it's done in Picross 3D. It makes it much easier to tell at a glance which rows still need work.

Yes, we should all email them that suggestion.

Do you have to clear all the puzzles on one difficulty before unlocking the next?

[tops2]

Yes, we should all email them that suggestion. Do you have to clear all the puzzles on one difficulty before unlocking the next?

I think so. I completed easy before I could go to normal. The game feels way too easy so far. Hopefully the hard difficulty is more difficult... Otherwise, it's still a fun game to relax to.

[Seagoon]

You should check this out :) I have three DreamWorks Dragons: TapDragonDrop codes to give away. Quote this post and throw in the app icon to win, first in, first served.

I'd love a copy of this game :)

[Awesome Animals]

You should check this out :) I have three DreamWorks Dragons: TapDragonDrop codes to give away. Quote this post and throw in the app icon to win, first in, first served.

I'd love to check out another PikPok game!!

[Awesome Animals]

I'm downloading Pocket Planes as we speak!!!

[Rlan]

You should check this out :) I have three DreamWorks Dragons: TapDragonDrop codes to give away. Quote this post and throw in the app icon to win, first in, first served.

Him saying Megazone all the time made me keep thinking of the old Aussie Sega mag:

[Milla]

I'd love to check out another PikPok game!!

That's the last of them. Thanks guys :)

[Shaneus]

Him saying Megazone all the time made me keep thinking of the old Aussie Sega mag:

He says that in it? Sweet!

Edit: Gonna quickly ask here again, guys... any Every Extend-style games available for iOS?

[Odrion]

That Swipe magazine app someone mentioned earlier is pretty awesome. Between that and the new Edge sampler I'm pretty happy that I have magazines to read again.

[Ranger X]

Quick questions for Oh! Edo Towns players...

I started to play this tonight and I am liking it alot more than I thought I would. However, there are still 2 things that are ambiguous to me. I don't know if someone can explain it for me.

1- When you research something. It tells you how much it costs. This is fine. But it does cost other kinds of points because sometimes I have the cash and I can't research the thing. (researchable item is in red in that case). So is there some kind of research points? Where can I see them and how the fuck am I supposed to know how much of those points it will cost me when I am about to research something?

2- Crafting items. I understand that this create 1 time useable items. However, I see no explanations on the effects... where can I see that info in-game?

[Dacvak]

Just grabbed Pocket Planes. Boy do I wish they would have went with Tiny Trains, though. I freaking love trains. Planes have no class.

[Aaron]

1- When you research something. It tells you how much it costs. This is fine. But it does cost other kinds of points because sometimes I have the cash and I can't research the thing. (researchable item is in red in that case). So is there some kind of research points? Where can I see them and how the fuck am I supposed to know how much of those points it will cost me when I am about to research something?

When you select menu, it shows you the four different research points you currently have. On the research screen, tap the arrow at the top. There's an option to see how much things cost.

Items are terrible in that game. I never used them.

[cw_sasuke]

Plants vs Zombies is on sale : $2.99 iPad  http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/plant...2253?mt=8&ls=1 $0.99 iPhone http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/plant...2635?mt=8&ls=1

Finally bought the iPad version :)

[Ranger X]

When you select menu, it shows you the four different research points you currently have. On the research screen, tap the arrow at the top. There's an option to see how much things cost. Items are terrible in that game. I never used them.

Ok wow, I didn't see that page before. Dumb me :)

[Dog Problems]

Just grabbed Pocket Planes. Boy do I wish they would have went with Tiny Trains, though. I freaking love trains. Planes have no class.

First, business, economy....

:-P

[conman]

Really hooked on monsters ate my condo at the moment. What a great game, fast paced and a visual explosion on screen when super combos are made. The game makes you feel like a champ when you hit massive combos and the score just shoots up. I can't believe I slept on this game for so long, but I'm really happy I decided to give it a try. What kind of strategy do you guys use? I still need to work on my high score, hoping to get into the GAF top 20, that always seems to be a main goal for myself (of course I want first, but I don't have the patience to dedicate myself to get it) I would recommend this game to anyone who is looking for a unique style match 3 game that seems to have more depth than it first let's on. It's a great pick up and play and I'm sure many of you guys will enjoy it, and judging from my game center friend list, a lot of GAF already have.

Really like a lot about this game. My only complaint is that at a certain point, the difficulty seemed to stop scaling up. But maybe I just didn't get far enough.

[GeekyDad]

Just grabbed Pocket Planes. Boy do I wish they would have went with Tiny Trains, though. I freaking love trains. Planes have no class.

Sure they do: first class and coach.

Ba-bum-bum!

Eh, I already erased it. It's cute, but vacant kinda like TT.

[Jedeye Sniv]

I'm playing on my iPad. You can place them anywhere from the bottom to the middle of the screen. Though even if you place it in the bottom the game recognizes your inputs if you press in the middle instead.

Yay! It's a buy :D

[Lkr]

Are there games that support music being played in the background? I tried to play plague inc with pandora running and it was a no go

[Smiley90]

Are there games that support music being played in the background? I tried to play plague inc with pandora running and it was a no go

Most apps support a turn-off function in the menu if they don't do it automatically... running music coming from another app in the background that's NOT coming from your itunes music library though.. I don't think that works :/

EDIT: If anyone from PikPok reads this, tell Mario to read his PM's tmrw, k? thx ;)

[number1jagsfan]

Anyone get Temple Run Brave from the UK store? Mine is in French lol

[Snowballo]

Suggest me a good Tower Defense game please!
I loved The Creeps! a lot. Possibly a recent one, thanks!

[ToxicAdam]

Suggest me a good Tower Defense game please! I loved The Creeps! a lot. Possibly a recent one, thanks!

Have you played Kingdom Rush?

If no, then go play that.

[Radogol]

Suggest me a good Tower Defense game please! I loved The Creeps! a lot. Possibly a recent one, thanks!

Not unlike the Obligatory Orc in Dragon Fantasy, I'm obliged to recommend Fantasy Kingdom Defense again ;)

[FlashFlooder]

Not unlike the Obligatory Orc in Dragon Fantasy, I'm obliged to recommend Fantasy Kingdom Defense again ;)

looks great, I hadn't even heard about this and I'm a TD aficionado. Thanks!

[bubnbob]

Finished Descend RPG... that was disappointing.

Anyone play Dungeon Crawlers? Having trouble on Chapter 3-2... where everyone is separated.

[toddhunter]

Suggest me a good Tower Defense game please! I loved The Creeps! a lot. Possibly a recent one, thanks!

Geodefense
Geodefense swarm
kingdom rush
sentinel 3

That will pretty much do you for a while.

[Gaaraz]

Temple Run: Brave looks practically identical to the original game (even the art style/levels are near identical) - shame as they're charging for it too, I'd have thought the original IAP model would've been better

[dream]

Flight Control Rocket, Spy Mouse HD, and Lock n Load seem to be free right now.

[rezuth]

Suggest me a good Tower Defense game please! I loved The Creeps! a lot. Possibly a recent one, thanks!

Defender Chronicles II: Heroes of Athelia
Radiant Defense
Jelly Defense
Spice Bandits
Towers N' Trolls
Kingdom Rush
Defenders of Ardania
geoDefense
Plants Vs Zombies
Sentinel 3
Tower Defense: Lost Earth

Plants vs Zombies is on sale : $2.99 iPad  http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/plant...2253?mt=8&ls=1 $0.99 iPhone http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/plant...2635?mt=8&ls=1

Still no Retina support for iPad :/

[ChackanKun]

Can anyone suggest a good alternative to Final Fantasy?

Retro, classic, new, whatever!

[EleventhDoctor]

Temple Run: Brave looks practically identical to the original game (even the art style/levels are near identical) - shame as they're charging for it too, I'd have thought the original IAP model would've been better

And it states it has GameCenter support-but there are no Leaderboards and no Achievements.

Stay away from this one people!

[caffeinedreamer]

Can anyone suggest a good alternative to Final Fantasy? Retro, classic, new, whatever!

Mega / SEGA CD Classic Vay.

[dreamcastmaster]

Monsters Ate my Condo is currently the Free App of the week.

Great game, grab it if you've not got it already.