nicoga3000
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I LOVE Pizza Boy. Pizza Boy 2 will be a day 1.
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I LOVE Pizza Boy. Pizza Boy 2 will be a day 1.
Jedeye Sniv
Banned
I really do not like Pizza Boy. The lack of Mario-esque momentum fucks me up. I am officially good at platformers (i have a certificate and everything...) but I am constantly falling down pits in this game, it drives me mad.
In other news, I finally finished Aquaria with 18 hours on the clock (although it was more like 20 in reality). The final boss kicked my ass from here to the ends of the earth, it was horrible (and made me think about making a thread about end bosses being shite) and took me about 4 tries to get it. It was really a fantastic game though, all the more impressive given the two man team.
The controls were hard to get used to but weren't too much of a hindrance once I got used to them, although some bosses were much harder than they needed to be due to them. At the end my fingers were sweaty and sticking to the screen too. But I persevered, and completed one of the best experiences I've had on iOS yet. Excellent game.
In other news, I finally finished Aquaria with 18 hours on the clock (although it was more like 20 in reality). The final boss kicked my ass from here to the ends of the earth, it was horrible (and made me think about making a thread about end bosses being shite) and took me about 4 tries to get it. It was really a fantastic game though, all the more impressive given the two man team.
The controls were hard to get used to but weren't too much of a hindrance once I got used to them, although some bosses were much harder than they needed to be due to them. At the end my fingers were sweaty and sticking to the screen too. But I persevered, and completed one of the best experiences I've had on iOS yet. Excellent game.
Yes! Hoping to break 200mil soon. Which should be easier since posting a score doesn't require intentionally dying.
EleventhDoctor
Banned
Infinity Blade 1 question? I'm trying to grind to get the achievement to get to level 100. I'm currently at level 63-and my leveling progress is really slowing down. If I go to New Game+, do I retain my level-or do I go back to level 1?
PalaceBrother
Member
Hi, I like to reply to messages that are a week old.
Steer clear of Zombies Run. I bought it day one at full price and was disappointed.
It completely fails (in my opinion) as an effective fitness tool because it lacks the granularity of data found in something like RunKeeper. There aren't any GPS-specific features so you're somewhat left to your own devices in terms of tracking your progress.
On the "game" side it completely lacks immersion as it disseminates the pre-recorded clips in between songs on your playlist. Maybe that's what some people want but I was pretty surprised. For some reason I was under the impression that it would dynamically generate routes for you based on your GPS location (ie. "they're coming for you, turn left!"). A few friends that also bought it were similarly let down.
StarCreator
Member
Pretty sure everything resets when you do New Game+ - level, God King level, inventory, everything.
Gamecocks625
Member
Yup, I was a huge fan of the original on the iPod touch. It's not that great blown up on the new iPad as there is also performance issues. Pizza Boy 2 should hopefully have iPad support. I'm there day 1.
EleventhDoctor
Banned
Hmmm.. Any tips on leveling up then? It will take me forever to chip away at that.
Ken Masters
Banned
Dynamite Shikoku
Congratulations, you really deserve it!
Im pretty sure u keep your level but you lose all your gear and enemies are hard as shit to kill. Getting to 100 will take forever anyway
EleventhDoctor
Banned
I see there are different character slots-is it possible to start a New Game + AND keep my curent game-just in case?
Ah, that sucks. I usually listen to podcasts while I run so I assumed that this app wouldn't be good for me at all. I'm not sure how you can make running fun anyway by gamifying it, the asking price was just too much (even with that sale).
Anyway, Hypership out of control is free as well: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hypership-out-of-control/id457560346?mt=8
I need help GAF. I'm looking for a really fun and simple (esp. graphically) tower defense game. Specifically, a desktop tower defense game like this. I've Googled, looked up some of them last night and found that most are way too busy in their screen shots - as if there is too much on the screen.
I just want something where whatever you have to kill goes from A to B and I have to design the 'maze' with towers that they go through.
edit: Actually SG Tower Defence is pretty much exactly what I'm looking for albeit with shitty reviews so I'll give that one a shot. So now I guess is there anything like that?
I just want something where whatever you have to kill goes from A to B and I have to design the 'maze' with towers that they go through.
edit: Actually SG Tower Defence is pretty much exactly what I'm looking for albeit with shitty reviews so I'll give that one a shot. So now I guess is there anything like that?
Fantasy Kingdom Defense is quite simple yet entertaining I think. I'm biased though, as it's from the company I work for (not my project, though). It's universal, free and available at http://itunes.apple.com/au/app/fantasy-kingdom-defense-hd/id493268178?mt=8
Thanks, but if screen 2 is indicative of how it looks while being played that's entirely too 'busy' for what I'm looking for. While I appreciate what it's doing, just not what I'm looking for.
See my edit above.
Dreams-Visions
Member
I think lots of us are waiting for a serious tower defense game.
Guess we should just make one... watching some videos of that SG one it's exactly what I'm wanting, just really badly implemented.
I didn't get you - I thought you were looking for a game that's simple mechanically, not graphically.
Does it have to be retro? Jelly Defense (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/jelly-defense/id436134867?mt=8) has a very clean artstyle, but it's pre-rendered 3D.
EDIT: Treasure Defense HD looks like a prettier version of SG from where I'm sitting, although I admit having played neither
http://itunes.apple.com/pl/app/treasure-defense-hd/id470836709?mt=8It's clear what I want isn't out there (well, and done well) lol... Something that is simple mechanically (see: Desktop Tower Defense game I linked), isn't busy on the screen, and where the towers create the path that the 'creep' take. Jelly Defense from what I'm seeing has predefined paths. That's fine, but not what I'm looking for. Doesn't have to have some fancy theme, be 3D, huge graphics/explosions... just a simple desktop tower defense game.
EDIT: Treasure Defense HD looks like a prettier version of SG from where I'm sitting, although I admit having played neither
Possibly, I'll look into that.
edit: Seems just like Jelly Defense in that it has predefined paths. I understand that's for the 'story'... so maybe it has some free range map/mode or something.
Dreams-Visions
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I mentioned it a few weeks ago here, but this is the one I wish would be ported over:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz6Qwaels_Y
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=grSG0F8GIE0
It's sucked up ridiculous amounts of my lifetime...because it's just awesome. The default interface seems perfect for a touch screen too.
jombag
Member
Got it! Thanks!
EleventhDoctor
Banned
Yes Kingdom Rush is awesome-there was supposed to be an update to it this week-but I guess it got delayed...
Played it for a bit. It's very pretty but ridiculously easy and a bit too physicsy for my taste. The core platforming is ok but jumping on enemies just doesn't feel at all satisfying.
Dreams-Visions
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I would think so. The game is 4 years old and wasn't particularly demanding even then. But they'd have to re-write the game. Dunno if they're interested in that, but I'm sure they have to be thinking about it.
I'm finding virtual controls way more tolerable on my Ipad than I ever did on the ipod touch. Still isn't my preferred method to play games, but at least my fingers and on screen icons aren't in the way anymore with the bigger screen real estate. I felt cramped playing any ipod touch game with virtual controls, and not having this same issue on Ipad.
EleventhDoctor
Banned
They are working on a Retina Update for Kingdom Rush and they also said they are hard at work on Kingdom Rush 2. Surprisingly that studio is only 3 guys!
Funny you mention this. I was looking for Defense Grid earlier on IOS today and only found some companion app. I'd play through it again just like I did with Anomaly Warzone Earth.
I just got done setting up my security questions for Apple. Is this a fucking joke?
"Where were you on January 1, 2000?"
What in the fucking fuck. I'm gonna tattoo my password on my forehead at this rate, I pray I don't forget cause I am NOT recovering it back if they ask me this stuff.
"Where were you on January 1, 2000?"
What in the fucking fuck. I'm gonna tattoo my password on my forehead at this rate, I pray I don't forget cause I am NOT recovering it back if they ask me this stuff.
That one made me lol. I guess they assume the new millennium new years eve was a big deal for everyone. I for one don't remember unless I check the years old pictures.
BobJustBob
Member
/me steals your account
Amibguous Cad
Member
So I am literally on my way to buy an iPad as we speak. What games can I only get on an iPad/ are significantly better on an iPad that I should break it in with?
Don't worry, I know what my least favorite car in 1999 was at least.
I'm enjoying Incoboto. I think it's iPad only. People will be quick to make a few Mario Galaxy references, in that the 'planet as a level' structure is in play and there are a few gravity tricks thrown in here or there, but it's more a puzzle game at heart. Puzzles involve some platforming, or getting devices on each planet to function and/or work together. It's also got a nice style to it, though I have yet in my (admittedly early) play to see too much variation.
You are a little dude on your own little planet when you are visited by a 'sun', who references danger on other planets. You follow him through 'gateways' to other worlds, which are all seemingly dead with only remnants of their population left behind (which serve as game hints). There's also signs left behind by some mysterious "Corporation", talking about the (now non functioning) technology you come across along the way, which can be a little funny.
Control is pretty straightforward thus far, you move left or right by pressing either side of the screen as you 'rotate' around each planet/stage. You jump by either tapping high or doing like a slide/push upwards. So far it works pretty well and I haven't had any problems with control.
You are a little dude on your own little planet when you are visited by a 'sun', who references danger on other planets. You follow him through 'gateways' to other worlds, which are all seemingly dead with only remnants of their population left behind (which serve as game hints). There's also signs left behind by some mysterious "Corporation", talking about the (now non functioning) technology you come across along the way, which can be a little funny.
Control is pretty straightforward thus far, you move left or right by pressing either side of the screen as you 'rotate' around each planet/stage. You jump by either tapping high or doing like a slide/push upwards. So far it works pretty well and I haven't had any problems with control.
BlackBanditSho
Member
Just wanted to jump in and give big recommendations for Amoebattle, an actual RTS game for the iPAD. It's fantastic.
I'm enjoying Incoboto. I think it's iPad only. People will be quick to make a few Mario Galaxy references, in that the 'planet as a level' structure is in play and there are a few gravity tricks thrown in here or there, but it's more a puzzle game at heart. Puzzles involve some platforming, or getting devices on each planet to function and/or work together. It's also got a nice style to it, though I have yet in my (admittedly early) play to see too much variation.
You are a little dude on your own little planet when you are visited by a 'sun', who references danger on other planets. You follow him through 'gateways' to other worlds, which are all seemingly dead with only remnants of their population left behind (which serve as game hints). There's also signs left behind by some mysterious "Corporation", talking about the (now non functioning) technology you come across along the way, which can be a little funny.
Control is pretty straightforward thus far, you move left or right by pressing either side of the screen as you 'rotate' around each planet/stage. You jump by either tapping high or doing like a slide/push upwards. So far it works pretty well and I haven't had any problems with control.
Break it in with Incoboto!
OccamsBlender
Member
I'm prolly late to the party for Terra Noctis, but I just love this little gem. 99 cents?! This game seems like it's worth so much more. :O
http://itunes.apple.com/en/app/terra-noctis/id479517015?mt=8
It seems sad that I'd tempted to buy an iPad and iCade for this over a PSVita right now.
http://itunes.apple.com/en/app/terra-noctis/id479517015?mt=8
It seems sad that I'd tempted to buy an iPad and iCade for this over a PSVita right now.
nicoga3000
Saint Nic
I remember when this came out. I may buy it at this price!
Also, don't feel bad...I returned my Vita to Amazon two weeks after I bought it. :-X
Be careful with Terra Noctis. Apparently the "free" version they released fixed the game and gave it a proper ending, while the 99 cent one never saw the update, and was the free version was pulled from appstore, and the developers I believe just gave up on ever messing with it because it did bad for them (they're doing that Spellsword game I think)
But I guess none of that matters if you still enjoy the game for a dollar. I bought it myself for the nice pixel-y art.
But I guess none of that matters if you still enjoy the game for a dollar. I bought it myself for the nice pixel-y art.
Dacvak
No one shall be brought before our LORD David Bowie without the true and secret knowledge of the Photoshop. For in that time, so shall He appear.
Does anyone know how long Dark Meadow is? I have it installed, and it's kind of fun, but I don't want to sink more than an hour or two into it. Is it short?
Edit: what the EFF. I bought Modern Combat 3 from gameloft the day it came out - BOUGHT - and I tried playing it today on my unjailbroken iPad 3, and I get a message saying the app was illegally obtained, then it locks me out. This iPad isn't even jailbroken, and I've never stolen a gameloft game. What the crap is this?
Edit: what the EFF. I bought Modern Combat 3 from gameloft the day it came out - BOUGHT - and I tried playing it today on my unjailbroken iPad 3, and I get a message saying the app was illegally obtained, then it locks me out. This iPad isn't even jailbroken, and I've never stolen a gameloft game. What the crap is this?
Delete your save and retry, if you have restored your device you can get that message.
Ken Masters
Banned
My favorite iOS platformer by far
Dacvak
No one shall be brought before our LORD David Bowie without the true and secret knowledge of the Photoshop. For in that time, so shall He appear.
Just bought this based off of your recommendation. It's pretty good. Controls and gameplay are fine. But, wow, that audio is awful. Music and sound effects. Just horrible.
Ken Masters
Banned
Audio is on mute when I played it, it's so bad I thought I had a problem with my iPhone
I love the art design and the way it controlled was just so responsive, hope you enjoy it
StarCreator
Member
So after all the music game talk a page or two back, I finally got around to trying Osu!Stream. I'm... not sure what to think about it. Thematically, it's as if the ITG guys decided to copy Ouendan instead, with a "hardcore" presentation that totally kills all the charm of the original game the same way ITG does. It also really bugs me that the drags can be one of several speeds with absolutely no indication of which speed it's going to be until it actually starts. It's really just making me wish I hadn't lost my copy of the first Ouendan, because I really want to play that instead.
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