Incitemaybe
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I was excited to buy this and then discovered it wouldn't work on my iPod touch 6 :/
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iOS Gaming September 2015 | GOing back to school with a backlog
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I was excited to buy this and then discovered it wouldn't work on my iPod touch 6 :/
Xenoflare
Member
Why not....? The Touch 6 has an a8 and the resolution and aspect ratio of iPhone 5.
Matt Frost
Member
Can you play it and tell us how it controls? I am at work right now and cant... :/
Matt Frost
Member
Xenoflare is right, did a little research and it should really work well on the Touch 6. It has the specs of the iPhone 6 in an iPhone 5 shell. Its a whooping download of 17Gb, took me forever to download.
I'm at work too sorry!
Minsc
Gold Member
If that's the case, there's a decent chance something like ifunbox can sideload it if you download it on itunes on to your PC. I've used ifunbox to easily install games restricted to iPhone 5S+ on my (non-jailbroken) iPhone 5 before, and they work fine. Apple's new refund policy is more lenient right? So you may be able to test if it launches with no risk if so, but you probably wouldn't know for sure if there was some weird bug down the road.
Isn't sideloading impossible now on iOS8? Unless you jailbreak that is.
Minsc
Gold Member
Most recently I used to to try that F2P Jurassic World game out for a bit, and it worked fine on iOS8 (that was only ~3 months ago). So unless it's a really new thing, i think it's still fine. Maybe sideloading isn't the proper term, since the app is still encoded to your account and everything, ifunbox is just getting it on your device despite hardware restrictions. Though the moral warning says to not use it to install games that aren't signed to your account, so I think it'd be possible to do either still? Not sure.
Apparently it's no longer working on iOS 8.3:
http://www.macrumors.com/2015/04/13/ios-8-3-ifunbox-itools-sandbox-app-access/
Matt Frost
Member
If you do that I recommend never updating to iOS 9 as it completely wipes out the root system iOS had before making it impossible (in theory) to use it with those programs you mentioned or jailbreak ever again. I will miss iFunBox, a lot.
And yes, Apple should refund, a game not working on your device is the perfect reason for a refund. Not like mine, trying to get a refund on a promo code so I can buy it lol.
No worries, is just that I want to see how it controls before making a decision. Someone else will hopefully do it, looks epic.
Edit: Found something:
More_Badass
Member
Anyone know if I Am Bread is a direct port or if it's missing content? Surgeon Sim on iOS was very different compared to the PC version, fewer and different surgeries
Matt Frost
Member
The app description says 11 levels, I dont know how many the PC version has but it is a good way to start
Just read a few reviews of the PC version and it had 8 when it first came out so this must include those plus a few that were added later in updates. Still want to know about the controls considering the PC version sounds like it wasn't all that easy to control either.
More_Badass
Member
Damn, first week of September and there are already about 11 OP-worthy games for October's thread
Checking it out now, impressions in a few minutes
More_Badass
Member
Okay, so I Am Bread
Played the first level:
1) The big elephant in the room, the controls. I've found the controls are simultaneously easier and harder than the PC game. Easier, because you just swipe to move rather than controlling the individual corners and can automatically latch onto any surface within range. No need for finger twister, and simpler to move around. I think I might actually prefer this method
But the streamlined nature also removes some of the precision of the other versions, since you can't move and grab with the individual corners.
I have to say, despite that, the game controls surprisingly well. I was able to beat the first level on my first try. Couldn't do that on PC
2) Content-wise, there are few tweaks. One, there's no grip meter, which is a bit disappointing. In the other versions, you could only hang from something for X amount of time, so it really forced you to learn how to play better and perfect the best route through a level. Here, this is still a speedrunning element, but I feel the lack of grip meter does remove some of the urgency and challenge
When you start, there are only 7 levels available. (Where did you see 11, Frost? App description says 8). That's the same as the PC version, with the 8th being the epilogue that unlocks at the end.
But it's also missing some content: the sandbox mode, Rampage mode, Zero-G mode, other bread types to play as. Those were all extra things, and Rampage and Zero-G really needs the precision of individual corners to work, so I don't mind.
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So honestly, this is a great port. I had feared the controls would be butchered, but they're actually really good. A bit faster and more arcadey than the other versions, but it's easy to play
Played the first level:
1) The big elephant in the room, the controls. I've found the controls are simultaneously easier and harder than the PC game. Easier, because you just swipe to move rather than controlling the individual corners and can automatically latch onto any surface within range. No need for finger twister, and simpler to move around. I think I might actually prefer this method
But the streamlined nature also removes some of the precision of the other versions, since you can't move and grab with the individual corners.
I have to say, despite that, the game controls surprisingly well. I was able to beat the first level on my first try. Couldn't do that on PC
2) Content-wise, there are few tweaks. One, there's no grip meter, which is a bit disappointing. In the other versions, you could only hang from something for X amount of time, so it really forced you to learn how to play better and perfect the best route through a level. Here, this is still a speedrunning element, but I feel the lack of grip meter does remove some of the urgency and challenge
When you start, there are only 7 levels available. (Where did you see 11, Frost? App description says 8). That's the same as the PC version, with the 8th being the epilogue that unlocks at the end.
But it's also missing some content: the sandbox mode, Rampage mode, Zero-G mode, other bread types to play as. Those were all extra things, and Rampage and Zero-G really needs the precision of individual corners to work, so I don't mind.
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So honestly, this is a great port. I had feared the controls would be butchered, but they're actually really good. A bit faster and more arcadey than the other versions, but it's easy to play
More_Badass
Member
Sounds good to me! I'll be picking it up.
More_Badass
Member
An awesome game gets even awesome-r
Think they might just top Frogmind as the best post-launch support
Incitemaybe
Member
Transistor won't download to the touch 6, believe me I tried.
Hopefully they update it to work.
I understand it's more than capable to run it, I was only passing along the fact that it wouldn't download from the App Store on my iPod touch 6.
I get the "Cannot Download. This app is not compatible with your device" message.
More_Badass
Member
1.1 GB installed
Thanks. Need to make another painful choice.
Matt Frost
Member
Hidden deep in M_B I am Bread impressions...
I swear I saw 11, but I think that I am way too tired today and that's maybe the problem... sorry for the confusion need to sleep early tonight.
Thanks for the info but I still think thats mind boggling, how can that be? It should be the same as the i6... oh well, lesson learnt from my part: Never buy an iPod Touch... I've seen plenty of problems with earlier models and games in the past and now this... I hoped they fixed all that this time around... guess not.
Frogmind is preparing something special as well with the Level editor.
I swear I saw 11, but I think that I am way too tired today and that's maybe the problem... sorry for the confusion need to sleep early tonight.
Thanks for the info but I still think thats mind boggling, how can that be? It should be the same as the i6... oh well, lesson learnt from my part: Never buy an iPod Touch... I've seen plenty of problems with earlier models and games in the past and now this... I hoped they fixed all that this time around... guess not.
Frogmind is preparing something special as well with the Level editor.
More_Badass
Member
True
But Omega Edition + this new series of Multiverse updates might just edge out all the Badland levels and the editor IMO
infiniteloop
Member
Apple now has a Twitter account for games on the App Store:
https://twitter.com/AppStoreGames
GAF-baiting bio there
https://twitter.com/AppStoreGames
GAF-baiting bio there
Apple now has a Twitter account for games on the App Store:
https://twitter.com/AppStoreGames
GAF-baiting bio there
More like embrace relevance. For a tech company, took them long enough to create a Twitter account for gaming.
infiniteloop
Member
Now with Nintendo references:
https://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video/CN_n-X2VAAAJcuh.mp4
https://pbs.twimg.com/tweet_video/CN_n-X2VAAAJcuh.mp4
More_Badass
Member
The Walking Dead: No Man's Land soft-launched on the AU store
https://appsto.re/au/xo215.i
https://appsto.re/au/xo215.i
Matt Frost
Member
Ok then... I will have to put in on my wishlist, only have 1.7Gb left :/
I know what you mean... one of these needs to go... Lara Croft GO, Tales from Inner Space, Transistor and/or Horizon Chase.
One Foul Note
Member
This is only tangentially related to iOS gaming but it is crazy to see Mos Speedrun 2 hit steam. I played the everloving poop out of the first game on my iPod back in the day although I fear if I went back to it now it would seem awfully primitive compared to the insane evolution that the iOS platform has had over the last few years.
Well, at least we have our subtitle for Octobers thread all sorted out.
GAF-baiting bio there
Well, at least we have our subtitle for Octobers thread all sorted out.
More_Badass
Member
From Pocket Tactics, regarding possible Out There modes and features:
Johnny Cage In The Shower
Member
Not sure if this is the right thread, me and a lady friend want to play some fun multiplayer iOS games over wifi etc.
What are some really neat multiplayer games that are super fun, while sitting on the couch next to each other and playing on our devices?
It's worth to note that I have an archaic old iPhone 4 and she has an iPhone 6.
I'd appreciate listing any (multiplayer) games. Thanks
What are some really neat multiplayer games that are super fun, while sitting on the couch next to each other and playing on our devices?
It's worth to note that I have an archaic old iPhone 4 and she has an iPhone 6.
I'd appreciate listing any (multiplayer) games. Thanks
On the off chance you never picked up our classic, original premium version of Flick Kick Football, it's currently free for the next week (and Apple's Free App of the Week!). The IAP in there is just for cosmetic items.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/flick-kick-football/id376481969?mt=8
Best played in a pub with a pint in the other hand.
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/flick-kick-football/id376481969?mt=8
Best played in a pub with a pint in the other hand.
DwightSchruting
Member
Any good simulators like Hipster CEO?
Xenoflare
Member
Wow, that really sucks.
Sorry to hear that. I mean, the touch 6 is perfect for a touch gaming device, IIRC there are reviews about it even outperforms the iPhone 6 in some areas due to the smaller screen and fewer pixels to push.
Okay, why is no one talking about that new Power Ping Pong game? A premium game published by Chillingo, beautiful graphics, $4.99, zero IAPs, and online multiplayer. 2nd Featured spot, too.
Power Ping Pong by Chillingo Ltd
https://appsto.re/us/hCKRT.i
Strangely under the radar atm, gonna wait till I hear more imps before I'll even think about diving
Might wanna check out the game above. Modern Combat 5 and Vainglory too.
Edit: Just read that you have an iPhone 4... This makes things a little harder.
I hear Soccer Physics is a pretty fun single-device multiplayer game, and Badlands has so fun single device modes
Power Ping Pong by Chillingo Ltd
https://appsto.re/us/hCKRT.i
Strangely under the radar atm, gonna wait till I hear more imps before I'll even think about diving
Might wanna check out the game above. Modern Combat 5 and Vainglory too.
Edit: Just read that you have an iPhone 4... This makes things a little harder.
I hear Soccer Physics is a pretty fun single-device multiplayer game, and Badlands has so fun single device modes
More_Badass
Member
Trigger is a super under-the-radar local MP game
https://appsto.re/us/AQJx0.i
Drive Ahead is really really fun and gets constant content updates
https://appsto.re/us/JpcF5.i
Too late for Frost, but since we had been talking about it, thought I'd mention that the excellent futuristic racer Repulze is on sale for free. Even being several years old, it's still one of the best and beautiful racers on iOS.
Pixelbite's DSS games of late have been great but I would LOVE a follow up to Repulze.
Pixelbite's DSS games of late have been great but I would LOVE a follow up to Repulze.
On top of everything that has been mentioned, you need to try out Spaceteam:
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/spaceteam/id570510529?mt=8
I often play it with my friends and, if you can find a place where you can shout, it's really an amazingly funny experience each and every time.
PittaGAF
Member
Can you ever die in Transistor?
I'm pretty far I think in the game already...never died...at most you lose a power for 1 or 2 events (meaning finding 1-2 columns).
Besides the fact it's a bit easy so far (not a problem for me, you still have to think and use your powers etc...combat is really good) yesterday I played till 3 am....started to dig into the plot and basically whenever I told myself...last save and I'll sleep, a new plot revelation came and I couldn't stop.
I'm starting to have an idea of what's going on finally and who is who and where I am...but still not sure.
Great stuff...plays wonderfully on both iPad and iPhone and syncs like a charm.
I'm pretty far I think in the game already...never died...at most you lose a power for 1 or 2 events (meaning finding 1-2 columns).
Besides the fact it's a bit easy so far (not a problem for me, you still have to think and use your powers etc...combat is really good) yesterday I played till 3 am....started to dig into the plot and basically whenever I told myself...last save and I'll sleep, a new plot revelation came and I couldn't stop.
I'm starting to have an idea of what's going on finally and who is who and where I am...but still not sure.
Great stuff...plays wonderfully on both iPad and iPhone and syncs like a charm.
Matt Frost
Member
I have a lot of new games but the one I keep playing is... Fishy Bits from PlaySide Studios. Is the perfect mix of Mighty Fin, Flappy Birds and Crossy Road. Miss more environments but so far is very fun to evolve your character and make it bigger by eating other fish so you can advance in the food chain. Is kind of compulsive to do this. Has a lot of characters to unlock as well, from a crab (my current one) to a dragon. Is free but no energy system.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5tUwV2dvvc
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1011087618?mt=8
Good to hear that you are enjoying it. No, you can't die (as far as I can tell), when your life meter gets to zero you lose an ability like you said making it a lot harder. And the game tells things in a very subtle yet interesting way. And yes combat is fantastic. Innovative and thoughtful. Also want to mention that the game feels like it was made for iOS since the controls are better here than on PC, I find them really easy to control. For 5$ you can't do much better than this IMO.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t5tUwV2dvvc
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id1011087618?mt=8
Good to hear that you are enjoying it. No, you can't die (as far as I can tell), when your life meter gets to zero you lose an ability like you said making it a lot harder. And the game tells things in a very subtle yet interesting way. And yes combat is fantastic. Innovative and thoughtful. Also want to mention that the game feels like it was made for iOS since the controls are better here than on PC, I find them really easy to control. For 5$ you can't do much better than this IMO.
PittaGAF
Member
Yeah I love SuperGiant way of storytelling....both in Bastion and here.
I only briefly tried Transistor long ago on PC so I can't really say...but controls are just flawless on iOS.
Seems really like it was built up on iOS.
And I'm using the standard controls (while in Bastion I used the virtual joystick).
alundra311
Member
Interested in this too. Will wait for GAF impressions.
Matt Frost
Member
The way they tell things is unique to me, and I love it. They tell just the necessary things for your brain to make connections. It gets you more involved with the game as well. I use the default options.
Just a follow up to a previous statement of mine...I was wrong.
It turns out you can actually die in Transistor
I guess that happens when you lose all 4 abilities. End of the road since you have nothing left to attack with... IMO.