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Play Marbles

Art — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 10:28:03 +0000

While Marbles wasn’t the most popular game when I was a kid (for some reason, I remember Jacks), we did play it to the point of collecting individual marbles and even used them as antes to enhance the competitive zeal during gameplay. Basically, looking back at it now, Marbles was our Magic: The Gathering, but with zero role-playing, marbles for cards, and a little more physical activity than just drinking a Big Gulp. With Play Marbles, Darkside Entertainment now allows you to relive this small part of your childhood on the iPhone. In a nutshell, it’s a 3D marble game with 3 difficulty levels, 5 game types, 3 game modes (Quickplay, League, and Tournament) and 6 different environments, in which you can use dozens and dozens of different default marbles. However, if you want to spice it up a little, create new marbles using your own existing pictures and if you get tired of playing the improved AI, play against others via the multiplayer mode. Overall, it’s a great facsimile of the classic kid’s game, but without the mess. With solid controls, it’s very recommended for all players, new and old. If you’re still not sold, check out their YouTube demo. Price: $1.99.

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Magic Ball 2

Art — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 08:54:13 +0000

Boasting 100 levels in full 3D graphics, Alawar Entertainment’s Magic Ball 2 caught my eye for another reason. During the mad rush to celebrate birthdays last month, there was always a need to entertain kids. Whether it was my own child or someone else’s, something was always needed to quell the source of the loud ringing in my ears perpetrated by a pair of strong lungs and a pig-headed stubbornness not to give in. Unfortunately, just handing off my iPhone wasn’t nearly enough to provide me some semblance of peace. The reason? Most of the games I downloaded were of the Puzzle variety and, while they may be fun for adults, who pretend they’re brainiacs, it’s usually Yawn City for most kids between the ages of 5 through 10. On a whim, I downloaded this game on the fly and it has been pure magic ever since as a third-person 3D block-breaking game, which not only uses a ball and paddle, but also inventive power-ups to knock down blocks both at the ground floor and up high. Think EA’s Boom Blox meets Atari’s Breakout. Offering three different control schemes in tilt, touch and virtual buttons, you’re able to test out what works best for you to succeed. Definitely a winner for both adults and kids alike, especially considering how much gameplay you get for the price. Price: 99¢.

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3D Spinball (3D Pong)

Art — Wed, 20 May 2009 10:37:56 +0000

Aren’t you getting sick of all the movie remakes? First, it was Psycho with Vince Vaughn (stick to comedies, buddy) and most recently, Star Trek… Well, that was actually pretty good. But now, Paramount just started casting Footloose… Freakin’ Footloose, man?! Really? The same can be said about most game remakes, but fortunately, this ain’t one of them. Based off the original Curve Ball at AddictingGames.com, play what is essentially 3D Pong against an AI opponent that constantly adjusts to your skill level keeping each experience uniquely competitive. With 20 different arenas (including the original), a variety of thumpin’ techno tracks, online global leaderboard, and an option to receive free 3D glasses, you have no excuses not to get 3D Spinball… Including the price! Price: 99¢.

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