App of My Eye » Cows

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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ToMaCow

Art — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:30:08 +0000

You’re probably thinking, “Dude, another game about aliens abducting cows? For real?” Yes, for real, but honestly, while the theme is similar to another game (Udder Chaos) that we reviewed about a month ago, ToMaCow is much different, especially in regards to graphics and gameplay. Created by the fun folks at mobileFlavour, play as a farmer who has a major problem with aliens trying to abduct and/or eat his small herd of four cows. His solution: shoot an unlimited supply of tomatoes through what looks like an old vacuum cleaner at waves upon waves of enemies knocking them unconcious or ultimately destroying them. Your part: help his aim by tilting your iPhone/iPod Touch into positions that target the right spots to hit the aliens. Does it work? Will you both succeed? Now that’s why we play the game and with this one, you won’t be disappointed as it’s pretty addictive and feels just at home on the device for any occasion. With crisp and cute anime-style graphics, a perfect soundtrack, easy controls and simple objective, it’s quite the value. Price: 99¢.

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Udder Chaos

Art — Mon, 11 May 2009 09:20:07 +0000

Reminiscent of Williams Electronics’ Defender, fend off waves of aliens abducting cattle on a farm by shooting them or if unmanageable, use a smart bomb to clear the level. The frenetic pace and solid graphics, especially the special effects, accompanied by a heart-pounding techno track makes this a winner. With the recent addition of Touch-2-Shoot, watch your scores jump into another stratosphere. Global leaderboards add to replay value. Udder Chaos is highly recommended. Price: 99¢.

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