Angry Birds Go! Android Review

The different episodes of Angry Birds were only the first phase in the studio Rovio plans to conquer the world. Already at work on a cartoon inspired by cholerics birds, the studio explores new leads and tent unprecedented approach in promoting its piafs. This is now in a racing game that one finds throughout the Angry Birds troupe. 

The announcement of Angry Birds Go! let think that Rovio had ceded at easy development by following the path traced by many other studios before him. We then imagined that the Angry Birds series would quickly masked for turn into racing game to the Mario Kart. By far, this is indeed the inevitable conclusion, but in y looking closer, Angry Birds Go! seems to have found adequate strings to differentiate of the model and finally propose a rather personal formula. 

A background, thoroughly, thoroughly! 

The races of Angry Birds Go! quarreled by all on the flank of mountains and consist hurtling down cliffs more or less steep. Without brake, nor accelerator, the notions of pilotage then boil down to direct his vehicle towards the left or right, either by inclining his gaming machine, either by simply pressing an edge of the screen. One finds on the track few slabs boost, but none bonus object, which definitively distinguishes Angry Birds Go! of Mario Kart. Instead, each character has his own power for take advantage. L'red bird can go very fast once, small blue birds have meanwhile several accelerations, the pink bird locks himself in a protective bubble, the black bird coward bombs, etc. 

Outside these powers, nothing distinguishes a pilot of another. This is at vehicle level that all happens. The gear is thus be governed by several characteristics (speed, acceleration, maneuverability, etc.) should be done mount by spending the parts harvested during races. Increase one of the criteria of the vehicle also amounts to increasing its general category, opening access retesting. There is thus several types of Tests in the game. In each world, one finds single races against few competitors, shopping alone against the watch, races where must explode fruit on the course, and duels more or less difficult. In addition to these types of tests repeat as many times as necessary, a special challenge against a character systematically awaits us at each level. Beat three times that competitor allows not only to unlock the next world, but also to add this driver to his team. 

Shopping, it tires 

Obtain new pilots is far from being negligible in Angry Birds Go! : Even without being specially fan of power of this or that character, it is comfortable to broaden his team for the good and simple reason that each member of the troupe gets tired to each contested race. Indeed, a pilot may engage only five races a row. After that he must rest. The recovery time is grosso modo equivalent to half an hour, a delay during which the driver is not available. More one has pilot's station, more one can therefore play, it's as simple than that. 

Long and Free 

Basic, Angry Birds Go! is proposed free. It is therefore possible to play without having to spend anything, for as long as wanted. The races allow to earn coins which in turn are changing the vehicle, which increases our chances of win more trials, unlock new pilots and access other worlds. The game system is well-rehearsed and purchases in-game are therefore not necessary to progress. The only temptation relates the urge to buy a multiplier of parts for advance a little faster and counter the relative slowness of progression. Actually, with prices steadily higher to improve his vehicle, time spent collectible parts becomes logically increasingly long. Same thing for afford new vehicles, to buy for their share with crystals, even rarer than the parts items. Collection takes therefore shows long and tedious, which is not a problem in itself, but must be emphasized. If the races are fast, the general progression does not advance well quickly, and will ask to replay several races on the same circuit to obtain valuable coins and extremely rare crystals. Few objectives come then add to increase its nest egg, as does collect a certain number of pieces on the circuit or of make a jump of a given length. All this fact that the duration of life shows himself pretty huge while housing to traditional day are not even not yet arrivals to add new races. 

Angry Birds Go! is compatible with Telepods toys allowing of scanner a figurine of kart for obtain its virtual declination in the game. Without figurines to disposal, we not been possible test this option.

Threes Android Review

The simplest concepts are sometimes the most difficult to explain. This is the case of Threes, a game full of numbers, but not a game of maths either. I promise to do my best to be as clear as possible. 

The game screen consists of 12 squares each of which can accommodate an encrypted card. Initially you will only see one blue cards, red cards and two blank cards 3 The overall goal is to merge the cards in pairs to create a new one bearing a greater number. The first constraint is any beast. Maps 1 and 2 can not merge between them to give birth to 3 cards That makes sense, 1 + 2 = 3 3 A map can in turn merge with another card to turn 3 in card 6 (3 + 3 = 6). 6 cards can not merge with other cards 6 to form 12 with the range 12 12, 24 with 24, 48 with 48, and so on. 

Rule 3 

The second constraint is that the gameplay. It is possible to act on the maps that dragging in one of four directions. But be careful, a card never moves alone, is all visible cards after your move. And since there can come out of the gate, if two data cards have the opportunity, they will merge following the rules above. With each stroke, a new card is added to one of the empty boxes and the game ends when there is more space to accommodate new cards - which constantly forces the brain to démoëller to find the right combinations before displaying full. Points are then awarded based on the remaining cards on the grid and you're ready to start over. In this regard, note that past frustrations of the first parts, progress began to be felt with each new test. Better controlled its gate and tactics even put up with the ability to see the color of the next card to invade the grid. We know as well as if it is a credit card, it will be wise to make room next to a red card. 

Just like its minimalist concept, Threes offers a simple, uncluttered realization. A nice music and small voting power of each card brings good humor, humor and personality to this numbers game. Clearly, these buttons are not too much to counter the relative coolness of the concept but are still insufficient to keep us more screen time. This in itself is not a problem since Threes is not intended to be played over long time slots, but rather in small sessions more or less regular.

Out There Android Review

Let it be said, smartphones are far offer only little address to the Angry Birds games. There are also games deep gameplay and rich universe. This is particularly the case of Out There, a Rogue-like space very nice which is not reminiscent of a FTL. There have been less flattering comparison ... 

Out There tells the story of an astronaut charged with making regular cargo flight between Earth and Jupiter's moon. To shorten his journey, he immersed himself in regular cryonics until he wakes up in a place which is completely unknown, not knowing how long he slept. The goal is to explore the area to find out what happened, but also to find any trace of civilization. We will however see that this journey is not easy and that death can be crossed at any moment ...

FTL without fighting 

From there, Out There takes the form of a Rogue-like the FTL for example, since we explore a set of planetary systems randomly generated each party to discover a sequence of events always new. But unlike FTL, it is not about fighting, difficulty from resource management and storage of goods. But to get them, he must first know where to look. Be aware that gas planets may grant a certain amount of hydrogen and helium for fuel, the metal planets it possible to get useful iron to repair the hull of the vessel and a host of other components used a system rather complete craft, while other planets habitat contain between oxygen and carbon. It would therefore be tempted to keep everything in the hold, but things are not so simple. Indeed, the ship base includes only extremely limited number of storage locations, which requires difficult choices and taking maximum risk. Release of hydrogen in space and you'll be exposed to fuel exhaustion, a rare metal release and you will find perhaps never again.

This is even more true that it is possible to equip his ship with a number of modules, the many and varied functions. Some are required, like the cosmic bender which makes traveling from system to system, propellant interplanetary, the drill and probe hydrogen, while others are used to make life easier for example by increasing the amount material extracted, the shield or the maximum range of our ship. However, there are other powers for offering less sympathetic: a scanner to check what kinds of minerals on each planet before spending its fuel for landing, a terraforming tool capable of creating life on a metal globe or, conversely, a star destroyer creating a black hole that can be borrowed later by providing the appropriate module. And there are dozens as it is to find, crafter and equip a location free storage or finding plans on a planet that hosted life in the past, either through events choice multiple, or by interacting with various life forms that inhabit the galaxy and that will sometimes be inclined to help you.

The keys to a good replayability 

Everyone is free to set its own goals based on their tastes and his mood. One can for example be carried away by history and extraordinary ambiance provided by graphics rather pleasing to the eye, a neat soundtrack work and excellent writing. Thus enjoy reading journal entries written by our hero on every trip, especially since they are extremely numerous, highly immersive and written in impeccable French. Others may try to collect vessels and thus store more and more resources, meet as many alien races to decipher the alien language, or different endings to unlock the program. The easiest way is to join a remote system (think still improve your drive before that, since the stars are more distant from each other), but there are others linked to the discovery of a superior alien race, terraforming, etc. You can also play the score and try to do well in the leaderboards, but in no case the task will be easy.

Death awaits the unwary and every second. Even when it is believed to be finally safe in a strong and full of resources ship, you can lose the game in a flash. For example, it may be subject to a choice between several roads on which there are alien words undeciphered. It is obviously possible to escape, but it is clear that great rewards await the adventurous. We then randomly chooses to hit the other side of the galaxy in a remote location without having sufficient range to reach the nearest star. It then remains only forfeit. Similarly, a single jump system can result in dysfunction of several modules. The unfortunate people who have spent all her iron a few seconds before then end up unable to repair and would end up forced to dismantle other important modules to survive, or even abandon it altogether. In short, we must be vigilant and weigh the pros and cons in every moment, which further improves the atmosphere a little more of this title for € 3.59 inevitable fact of office.

Modern Combat 5: Blackout Android Review

A year and a half after the episode 4, the saga of Modern Combat returns with a new album titled Blackout. Always so full of realism and without getting to the consoles sagas that inspired it very very very much, franchising Gameloft delivers here a latest pleasant but really classic.

Let's face it, buying a FPS on smartphones and tablets, it's a bit like ordering a sauerkraut Breton PMU. One suspects that it will not have a taste for authenticity, but hopefully still be pleasantly surprised. Gameloft knows this and has already managed to surprise his audience with titles like NOVA 3, shining in the firmament of FPS smartphones and tablets. The saga Modern Combat plays in a different category because it's a franchise largely inspired by two queens licenses modern FPS. Let's see it in detail ...

One thing is certain, it is stylish! 

Graphically, this Modern Combat 5 happens to be positioned in the top of the mobile cart, and displays a rather nice rendering corresponding approximately to that exhibited not 7th generation consoles in their infancy. Animations are neat, sounds are of good quality, and various graphical effects are significant. It's not a huge change compared to the previous game but some panoramas are still their little effect. Who says nice graphics also said heavy application, and this is where Modern Combat shows fangs with a fairly high and as you say that you will not be safe from small scraps of framerate on some old configs minimum configuration . On top of that, Gameloft offers a system that will download the chapters of the solo as you progress through the game, so as not to swallow almost 2 gigabytes at once.

Getting "special" hand ... 

In terms of gameplay, if the regulars arrive to recover quickly in the bath, beginners will immediately be shocked by specific controls. As usual, the touch FPS is controlled with the left thumb for travel on a virtual joystick. As for the right, it will serve a little too much ... aim the camera, change the targeting mode, and shoot. We find ourselves often having to calibrate the sight and touch to shoot in self while following the enemy. Quite laborious at first, handling tamed never be fully controlled or enjoyable. Can we make this more enjoyable handling? Yes, by reconfiguring the entire HUD (and your controls) or using an overpriced accessories sold commercially to simulate pad. But is that really what you would expect from a game on smartphones and tablets?

Apart from this assumption delicate hand, we must get to the evidence, proposed by the Modern Combat 5 content is pretty impressive. If one simply focuses on the solo, it is worth noting the presence of six chapters, each with a specific geographical area. These chapters provide several mini-missions are this time relatively short and intense although they often revolve around the same concept that looks more like Time Crisis that the true innovative FPS. They ran, they shoot enemy AI voluntarily little push, small QTY, rail-shooting sequence, we knock out a tougher enemy, we find the class of the sniper through a protection mission, sniper hand ... Well, nothing really crisp if you're looking for originality in gameplay. On top of that, the storyline is very high and is used more as an excuse than real effective thread. Special Ops missions are also present in the form of challenges to complete, in which we must, for example chain 5 "door router operations followed by elimination of enemies in slow motion."

Therefore a content and a reactive multiplayer 

The real strength of this Modern Combat 5 is thus located at the breadth of its content and its customization possibilities of equipment that works like a Call of Duty or Battlefield, with accessories that are unlocked by scorant amount and grade. 4 Typical classes are present history to satisfy everyone on the solo and multiplayer, which is well thought out by the way. Periodic Events, killstreak system squad of friends, different types of parts (VIP, team deathmatch, deathmatch, CTF ...). Everything is done so that players can take part in any multi fight quickly with a powerful matchmaking. Please note that says not too disgusted with this essential component of any good competitive FPS players because of "too talented to be players touch" that you might encounter and curse at the same time as their dexterity betrays use Accessories that improve controls. Unfortunately for many, the title requires a permanent Internet connection, whether solo or multi (to synchronize the progress of your profile). A thorny issue that will prevent such most players play shelves away from home, which is a pity for a title with a solo rapid and effective missions.

Spider-Man Unlimited Android Review

The new Spider-Man game Gameloft does not stage one, but several Spider-Man from different worlds of comics. Chaired by Nick Fury, this small family meeting will aim to round up the usual enemies of Spidey, also from across the multiverse.

Spider-Man Unlimited incorporates the basics of an endless runner. The title and plays like a Temple Run or Pitfall Harry, two games that perfectly represent the kind; Spidey is seen from the back, he runs his own and the player must help him avoid danger by scanning the screen for movement left, right, performs a jump or slide. In some sections, the superhero must also climb vertically on buildings. In these cases, it is the address of a mobile side or the other for guiding the character on the wall. Finally, we see his paintings also use to swing over specific areas. Here, you have to press the screen to throw a canvas and continue its advance. The progression takes place and history to keep us on our toes at all times, sections of the game and the dangers are arranged somewhat randomly.

Nickname endless runner 

The big difference with an endless runner is that Spider-Man Unlimited is divided into levels. Some are to pick up a specific number of items on the road, others to travel a given distance, or to beat enough enemies. Whatever the target, when the condition is met, the level ends and returns to the main menu to select another mission and continue his adventure.

For it is indeed an adventure to which we invite Spider-Man. Guided by Nick Fury, Spider-Man is faced with Claims Six but not that bad since appealed to multiple duplicates of themselves from different worlds that make up the Marvel galaxy. We find for example the Green Goblin and alternative versions from Ultimate Marvel, the Mangaverse, etc. To counter these people, Spider-Man is therefore also uses its own alternative versions and this is where all the mechanics free-to-play game starts.

I collect Spider-Man 

The vials are the virtual currency of the game.

Core, Spider-Man Unlimited begins with a single Spider-Man, soon joined by another. Every day, you can receive a free new Spider-Man, knowing that the number of places available on the team is limited. With items collected in the levels, the player can unlock new locations, however, and accumulate more Spider-Man. But why join several Spider-Man? First, because it's cool to collect them, simply. Second, because some levels can be played with a particular version of Spider-Man. As this variation is not in the team, unable to access the level. The method consists of the coup to "invoke" a Spider-Man hoping getting the right, knowing it is possible to receive a new one each day, or pay (with the items of the game) to get more . The Spidey are also divided into different classes, corresponding to both their rarity and their level of experience. Plus they are rare, they are more expensive. Logic.

They are all there, even the Amazing Bag-Man!

In the manner of a role-play, each Spider-Man receives experience points based on their performance in the game. So it's important to play with all his Spidey for all to gain experience and access to high-level missions. And that's not all. The Spider-Man are also characterized by stars, reflecting the maximum level they can reach. The only way to unlock an extra star is to merge at least two more Spider-Man at the same level. Specifically, for the Spider-Man of Mangaverse could get his second star, it will merge a second Spider-Man manga with a third Spider-Man any of the same level. Hence the need to collect more and more Spidey. A similar method is used to gain more experience. If all this sounds complicated reading, do not panic. How the game becomes clear fairly quickly. Everything you need to remember is that the game encourages us to collect Spider-Man increasingly rare to access missions more difficult.

Save the world, it tires! 

Special events permit to win prizes.

Warning, the leveling however conditioned by a rather restrictive energy system. Whenever Spider-Man on a mission, it consumes one of its five slots of energy, and each slot takes ten minutes to recharge. So, it often finds himself waiting for the father Spidey sits, unable to play. Free-to-play requires, impatient players will always have the option to pay to expedite the process. The fact is that growth is reflected voluntarily restrained by Gameloft. The method is known, but it is still frustrating. Especially when a slot is wasted energy foolishly losing the game after a few seconds ... If the frustration of not being able to play at will is there, is that Spider-Man Unlimited is a good game that is wants to play. The parties are fun and a few surprises that will speak to the fans. In these conditions, it still feels the urge to go after the current mission to see another.

Fun and dynamic 

The Spideys are divided into classes.

Spider-Man Unlimited is a real success both technically and artistically. The title takes a very comic look that fits perfectly with the superhero universe. His staging is a powerhouse. Each opening level can admire a new debut of Spider-Man that arises with the class and panache that characterize it. During the game, the hero offers us his iconic poses when he jumps, hitting or swinging through the streets of New York. Do not spoil, Spider-Man Unlimited still offers something to do. If our character does not have the required level to go deal with one of Claims Six, they may try one of the side missions given by Mary Jane and the Black Cat, or participate in special events spanning a or several days. Throughout the duration of the event, players are encouraged to achieve the highest score to win prizes based on their rankings. Finally, since it can not deny its origins, Spider-Man Unlimited offers a true fashion Endless runner. No limits here (excluding slots energy), just endless levels to hit to gain experience, slowly but surely. It is also preferable to be patient because the rise of the hero is more and more slowly over the progression.

Fun and dynamic Spider-Man Unlimited should appeal to both fans of endless runner and fans of Marvel superheroes. The first will find everything they love in gender and race down the streets of New York filled with many dangers. The latter find a large gallery of characters from different Spidey universe, all involved in a small adventure that takes the form of family reunion.

Angry Birds Friends Android Review

Surprising as it may seem, despite its global and undisputed success, Angry Birds has never been with a high score table, as most games on offer. There was indeed a "Friends" version, only available via Facebook. It is this version that has been focused on Android. 

In this new Angry Birds Free, you will (finally) be able to compete with your friends and see who is the best to break everything, pigs and their decor, using the least amount of birds.

This time I'm not going to present to you, again, the idea of ​​Angry Birds, you probably already know. You certainly have already launched hundreds of small birds with your slingshot. In Angry Birds Friends, developed many levels to complete and long hours to occupy. Each week, six levels that are renewed, and everyone is fighting to get the best score.

Small flat, a connection to Facebook is required to play. A problem for those who are allergic to blue social network, but I must admit that this is the best way to connect to your friends quickly.

Only the "drive" part is accessible without Facebook. In this mode, you can use at will the bonus of "cheating." Because yes, there are bonus cheat: Aim improved, earthquake, bird obese, improved power and the famous super-bird that can blow up everything, because nothing can resist him.

These bonuses are ruining some multi-player side, in the sense that they are offered to you in limited quantities and you'll quickly "short" of ammunition. Rich friends can then choose to pay bonus packs cheat, and can beat your record effortlessly. Too bad.

Friends Angry Birds is not the true multi-player is expected Rovio game. Since it is neither more nor less than a scoreboard, it would have been wiser to add this feature to the existing Angry Birds games.

Angry Bird Epic Android Review

The wait can be long. The wait has this mischievous side that makes you lose time and energy to reach sometimes to disappointment. The wait is treacherous because it makes you think sometimes it's worth it. Sometimes it's worth it, for sure, and the wait is well justified even if it is long. This is what people often say when they go to a concert. From where I work, I can see, often, tents, and waiting, present itself, to build just before a huge concert hall. Sometimes I look out the window and wonder, seriously (a friend) and philosophically (a friend), if all this is only the wind that tents can fly to strength, taking with them the waiting. This reminds me of a story: the installation of Age of Conan on my PC Ares doing swallow more than 15 gigs in my computer, I told myself naively (another friend): "a patch or two and I can play! ". That was my disappointment to see download several additional gigas, which, with my connection peaking at 1.5 megs, was an excruciating wait. It was worth it. At the beginning. Than the end. I even disappointed. 

For some (I make no party), the output a new game based on the concept of Angry Birds is a great event. I must say that the guys at Rovio Mobile Ltd know how to put their world in their small cage. Me, all I hope is that this will not be a duck quack, because with all rehashes of Angry Birds, I was expecting another game of "Angry Birds style in tan are skiing "or something like that. But here qu'ouïs I? Epic Angry Birds! A tactical RPG epic with all the sauces (not my words but the description on the Playstore)! Whole program and a lot of promises that must be kept. 

Another Angry Birds? 

Once the game is launched the first time, we can say that one item is out of place. This is a pure strain Angry Bird with our known sparrows. Whether a graphical point of view as a sound point of view. 

The leg of sparrows is immediately identifiable. It's cute without being particularly transcendent. Yet several years and several episodes have passed through the hands more or less expert, and, unfortunately, visually, the game does not seem to have changed one iota. Only the card game, in which you thrive showed attention and is very enjoyable to watch. This is far too little. 

A beautifully drawn map

Music comes up a little while because there are a variety of themes qu'amusants (I even thought I heard some resonances to Fintroll here and there). And also particularly painful to endure, because of their repeatability, and that will make themes, perhaps mute. In short, good and bad, but mostly nothing new under the sun. 

An RPG Tactics? Yeah, if you will ... 

And this is reflected somewhere in gameplay. Of course, it radically changes the old productions related to Angry Birds. Indeed, the "EPIC" version boasts RPG / tactics. I was not convinced by launching the game, and my fears have only been confirmed. 

Of just strategic battles

Ultimately, a simple copy / paste of one of the tests last week, the Tiny Dungeon Dice, would do as well as the principles are similar, dice and less well understood. You start with your sparrow, which was stolen eggs, in warrior mode, to be original. The RPG side is minimal because you will not change anything about it apart from its equipment.

To do this, and each battle won, you get the equipment you can crafter, easy way of even simplified. You will be able to make new weapons as well as keys, not to mention potions that you may find helpful on the battlefield. This is for your principal and its allies that you unlock throughout your great crusade character. 

The craft to give the RPG side ...

A great crusade? Not quite. The fights are pretty soft. You will play in turn, using, at best, your characters abilities. Each character has a classic shot, and a special move, whether defensive or offensive. As part of the defensive shot, you can use it on one of your allies. Nothing extraordinary and nothing folichon well, I must admit. It evolves slowly accumulating xp without actually possess the ability to guide his characters (hello RPG side ...), fighting it connects without feeling to be involved in something. In short, we eat, we do our shopping without any taste, as in a large supermarket, and it can sometimes pay (shop inside). Yes, we pay, especially boredom. 

Epic but not curisme. 

Yes, we would have liked to jump for joy, as if you were stung glutes noble in the sight of Angry Bird Epic. But personally, it does not make me jump for joy, but frustration. 

Superbly epic ...

Too simple, too simple, without any feeling of bravery when you win, the epic openly claimed by the game is like a soufflé out of the oven too soon. He falls quickly. Also, I have a tendency to say that even during cooking, it smelled not the burned, but simply missed. Because the recipe was known. Too well known. And adapted especially without madness, as if they were trying to reinvent the tomato mozzarella then there is no way to reinvent 35000. 

However, with the means available to the Rovio studios, I remain convinced that there was a way precisely to make another play. Still had to have the pants, especially the will not fall into the easy . 

Disappointment, that is your name. Not that I was expecting something extraordinary thing with this Angry Bird Epic, but then to expect what is happening in packs of ten (as bad kro warm), I never thought Revio that was capable of doing. Free, with advertising and country store, this new installment in the saga of Angry Bird will not only delight fans of the series. For others, they will end, of course, before a game with the correct performance, but without originality, and game systems seen and reviewed elsewhere. From there to blame the big studios who seek only the money at any cost by denigrating any creative sense, there is not that I am ready personally to take. Frankly, prefer Call Of Cookie, if you want fun and risk-taking. This is advice. You are doing what you want. But, I'll go my tent also, waiting for something else.

First Person Tennis World Tour Android Review

The Roland Garros tournament starts in a month, but today we will take the lead in presenting you this Tennis game for Android, which is distinguished by the ability to play in first-person (or "camera board "because I can not help but still everything to the car). 

First Person Tennis World Tour: everything is in the title. It is indeed a game of tennis, playable in first person, and offers relive tournaments ATP / WTA from around the world like the one mentioned above, but also Wimbledon or the Australian Open, US Open and the Rogers Cup, to name only the most famous.

"Well, I have a Little Miss hungry! "

The originality of this title, is to have a first-person view. So we end up truly immersed in the action, in the shoes of a tennis player, so much so that in almost open the closet to grab a sweet bar at the right heart to milk and hazelnut surrounded by a thin crispy wafer and coated in chocolate.

Although this view is quite nice to play (and the sun in the face when the service is part of the game) you can also choose one of the other two more traditional views "in the third person." A very close and that gives a little dizzy, and another further away, the more fun to play (although all three have good visibility).

"A little cake? "

Visually, though First Person Tennis World Tour does not break bricks LEGO, it must be recognized that for a game from a small team the result is fairly good. Sets and 3D players are mostly very good, as are the player animations when such services.

The sound effects are pretty well chosen and enhance the realism, as well as points vocally announced by the referee. We could only wish that the public is a little more alive, both visually and audibly. Small noises when public exchange drags and the pressure goes up, for example, that would have a small effect.

"A cookie? "

Do not m'dites this is my last paragraph? Indeed, we have not yet talked about things that annoy: maneuverability. The game still has much to improve in this area, as is not yet clear.

Two types of gameplay are available. The "classic" with a moving button (which also serves to target or give effect) and a fire button mode. And "slipped" mode, where here we start shooting in "cutting" the screen with his finger in the manner of a Paper Toss, while one moves on the court ... in the same way .

In both cases, it is difficult to understand the exact functioning of the fire and movement (which by the way, are very slow). A gauge fills to increase the power of the shot, but generally it does not change much. In fact, you can press "shoot" as soon as the opponent has just done, and your player will manage to return the ball. In other words, there is not necessarily any notion of "timing" in this game, and it's pretty confusing.

After the first very difficult games or probably take a beating, a trip to the training ground is needed to better understand the gameplay. And to my surprise, I finally managed to put the ball pretty much where I wanted. Therefore, back in "World Tour," I won my first duel, although fatigue sets in quickly. The only way to win is obviously to go to the net, we finally understand the "trick" and the game becomes redundant. Serve to advance a left jab, a shot to right, until the opponent breaks. And repeat.

Ultimately, First Person Tennis World Tour is known for its view in the first person, the rest of the game is all that is becoming standard in the field. With a more lively public modes funkiest game and especially improved handling (or better understood) it could be one of the best tennis games in 3D on Android. Dear developers, the ball (tennis) is in your court!

Temple Run 2 Android Review

After the resounding success of the first part, Temple Run is back in a sequel that will bring happiness to millions of players. Specially designed to be played on touchscreen terminals, Temple Run 2 provides a simple and nervous gameplay, based on some simple but very quick to understand mechanisms. 

Leaving the temple after stealing a sacred statue, your character finds himself pursued by a horde of mutant apes. That's when you take the controls for an endless race. The goal is simple: avoid the obstacles that come your way, trying to get as far as possible (the course is infinite). 

You have to jump over rivers, slide under tree trunks or aggriper to ropes, remembering to turn when turning 90 degrees. To play, it's very simple: slide down to decrease, up to jump, to gauhe or right to rotate. In addition to this you will have to consider your device left and right to pick up coins, among others. Note that the sensitivity of the accelerometer was downgraded and it will take you lean more in the first play. 

The slightest inattention is the drama that your character got the face on a tree, a rock, in a vacuum, or to grate on a flamethrower, the result will be the same and your game is over . Except ... if you spend a "gem" Green, who will give a second life and the opportunity to continue the race. 

Among the changes proposed in this version, the main changes are aesthetic: the sets were really improved and diversified. There are particular phases in mining truck where you have to look at the right time to negotiate turns. It's more beautiful and fine, without prejudice to the vital point of such a game: the fluidity that remains impeccable. 

Items to pick up along the route will bring you a little help for a few seconds magnet to collect all the pieces automatically boost invincibility shield that protects you from obstacles ... It is important to collect as many coins. In addition to greatly increase your score, they can be spent to unlock one of the other three characters, but also improve the efficiency of bonus items, increase their frequency of occurrence, etc. 

As in all games of this genre, do not expect to be surprised for long: once you discover the intricacies of the new setting, your only goal is to beat again and again your best score. But this will give you even more eager to start a new game, it is the objective to complete. This can be run a certain distance without harvest parts, get a number of points or reach a certain distance. 

Without taking too much risk, Imangi the studio was content to take the ingredients that made ​​the success of the first game while adding some nice new features, for lack of originality. If you hated the first game, it will not make you neither hot nor cold. If you were hooked, be prepared to not be able to get your tablet! Personally, I get bored pretty quickly on this kind of games, but I must admit that it's always fun to try to compare and beat their scores with friends.

Temple Run Android Review

It's not just run fast, it must also look ahead! Here is a set of simple reflexes but nevertheless hit, first on iOS and recently on Android. Temple Run is the story of a man who fled from a temple run, it is not clear indeed what he was doing. Still, that pursued by some kind of wild creatures who seem to resent his skin, he has to run as fast as possible to escape. 

It is then up to you. No need to tap the screen to make it run faster, your character it already does and he can not stop. This is the principle of running game: the only thing you need to do is avoid obstacles that are constantly approach.

For this gameplay all that was more basic and accessible: slider on the screen. Down to slide down, up to jump, left or right to negotiate a turn.

Our friend so short so on to infinity, in the giant labyrinth of this small way, sometimes changes appearance, can shrink and become more dangerous. Obstacles are sure to go by and look: dodging tree trunks, holes to fly, flames ... not to mention the 90 degree turns that you really do not forget to negotiate.

Do not forget, because that is what will make you beat them the records, to pick up the small rows of hidden everywhere on your way parts. The game ends at the first collision with an obstacle.






Temple Run's graphics are quite successful, but nothing extra-ordinary today. Note, however, fluidity absolutely flawless, which is the largest in this kind of games.

With the points you collect, small items are unlocked to be more efficient in your race. You can also spend real money to convert them into credits of the game.

Temple Run is a perfect game for the mobile support because it does not require much thought. By cons, your concentration will be put to. This is a game that many may find boring quickly, correctly as it always does the same thing.

But if you like simple games where you have to constantly throw you challenges and you exceed it's definitely a must have, especially since it's free.

Smash Hit Android Review

Between Arkanoid and The House of the Dead, there is Smash Hit. A rail shooter which shoots balls of glass walls to break through in an endless corridor (no zombies this time, sorry ...). 

Developed by Mediocre (Granny Smith, Sprinkle), the game takes you into a sterile world that reminds local Aperture Science. No gates or puzzle here but the balls that you need to run on the obstacles that will put before you. If it sounds easy, excellent physics game will force you to think about where and how to hit out of the way. 

It sounds simple, but as you progress in this long hallway, you'll find some surprises, change gravity, complex obstacles, lasers, ... So what you put pressure. You start with a set number of balls and, breaking crystals scattered throughout the levels, you'll earn more. Gradually, as you smash crystals in series, you will increase the number of balls you run jet. If you pass up one, you will start throwing balls unique and frankly, after a certain number of levels, the "multi-ball" is helpful. Fortunately some powerups are scattered through the levels to facilitate you (some) task. 

The graphics and sound eerily evokes leg, and without displeasing, that of TRON. It is easy to get caught by the electro beat of the music that splits wisely times of stress calmer times. 

Too bad we can not use identity disc or light cycle, but it is not without reason that the title of Mediocre is called "Smash Hit" and not "TRON Smash Hit". 

As is the case with many recent games, it is of course compatible with Google Play Games Service so you can compare your scores to those of your Google+ contacts via the leaderboard. Smash Hit is available on the Google Play Store, but only in a flanged to a system of try-and-die release. If you want to enjoy the checkpoints, you will have to pay the sum of € 1.84, up to you so ...

Granny Smith Android Review

Mediocre, the developer who does not deserve its name, has just published his second game on Android. After having conquered with his excellent play Sprinkle, we are in a genre other with Granny Smith, a game in which you do stunts with a granny on roller skates! 

A thief broke into the garden of the grandmother, and she'll go on an adventure to retrieve his apples at full speed through 36 levels to urban and agricultural landscapes. The game shines particularly for its graphics and visual effects really successful, including the effects of physical destruction and the scenery when granny gets a jail. Tablets enjoying a Tegra 3 chip will be entitled to more particle effects, details and destructible objects! 

As this is a fast-paced platform getting started with two buttons is just as simple to grasp. Finally, you can use your points to customize granny with different accessories. Two others also playable characters, if grandma wants a break. 

The game is fresh, only available on the Play Store, and already receives an average rating of 4.9 out of several hundred votes! This is undoubtedly yet another quality game by Mediocre studio ... I tell you he does not deserve his name!

Banana Kong Android Review

Kong loves bananas, it is a fact. But when a huge avalanche arises bananas, this is the reason prevails and then it is wise to take her in his arms and legs trying to run away as far as possible! 

The style games infinite horizontal runner (run and jump ... call it what you will) is not what is missing. We could even talk about saturation, as this kind was used, reused, and reproduced in abundance. Yet when a developer decides anyway to get started, and do a good job, he always stands out and it is a pleasure to play there. This is the case for example with games like Vector or Granny Smith, this is also the case of Banana Kong. 

Too many bananas kill banana! 

The goal is to escape the avalanche, here it is not snow like Ski Safari but rather a flood of bananas! Kong ran away and you have "only" jump to avoid obstacles. Easier said than done, because everything happens very quickly! The character also has a parachute that can be deployed to mitigate the descent. 

If it stopped there, it would be a dull and boring game as there are many. Not bad, but embedded in it. This is where Banana Kong stands out, with decorations that can change (when you crash into specific obstacles). You are now in the basement in the middle of the lava flows, or in an unexpected aquatic environment. As Ski Safari also it will be possible to ride some crazy animals like wild boars that will give you a boost, in addition to any knock on the way! 

A game that does not care for bananas. 

As you can see, I was konquis by Banana Kong, and this from the start. The games that stand out, it hits you in the face: a realization of hell (not necessarily need 3D to make a good impression) associated with a simple, easy to learn and hard to master gameplay, all underscored by a soundtrack perfect. 

No need to say more, I'll let you discover Banana Kong. A run and jump more certainly, but cooked to perfection. The challenge to beat his own score and see even further makes it highly addictive. You do not believe me? Try it, you will see!

Delver Android Review

Ah! The rogue-like! Games, the Marquis de Sade would have remained even if it is appreciated more in this world. Games where the pain associated with the loss pushes you to return. Pure sadomasochism? Or simply desire to excel to further his ego? I leave you an hour to answer this phylosophico-gamer question. And when I say "Stop", you drop, everyone, pens ... 

Delver is obviously part of this wave of rogue-like wave that will only certainly not laugh some, but that will appeal to the most hardened of us. The rogue-like a booming enough to upset many moods and leave foaming at the mouth of the players. The little guys in leather studio Priority interupt have understood, and have made their priority Delver (also available on PC, for information). But they thought differently, if only on its form, because it is entirely in 3D.

Delver, the Last Dinosaur 

We must admit, at first, Delver is more like a game of old or forgotten, as a next-gen game. For younger, he clearly remembered Minecraft and Co., a graphic design point of view. For the older people (or older, for the less polished), it will be on the side of Ultima Underworld or Daggerfall it will look.

In short, nothing to roll into tears of happiness in terms of the visual. And yet, and yet ... In some ugliness occurred sometimes beauty. Because everything is often a simple matter of consistency.

And from this point of view, the graphical consistency Delver makes a cute game, even with coarse textures, and 2D sprites. Moreover, with its pleasant music, and ease of grip on tablet, wander through dungeons is a pleasure if not a real fun.

Rogue-like? Yes, Drug-like too! 

Yes, Delver, like any other rogue-like is difficult, but still remains accessible. Let us recall some principles. Here there is no scenario, except that we must retrieve a magical orb dungeon randomly generated, filled with evil creatures, narrow and dark corridors, slabs teleportation evil. I could go on and better.

Remember, also, that any death is final, and you are good (rather bad), in these cases, to start over from the beginning. And yes! That is the harsh reality of a rogue-like!

During your adventure painful, you thrive (picking up potions, armor, weapons) and gain levels (one point per level gained to apportion the attack, speed, life, magic, agility and defense ), as in any good RPG. It comes back to you to make your character that you like.

But know in advance that he will be there to suffer. For even if the difficulty is well proportioned, and that we may, with much attention and courage to finish the game, the slightest mistake can prove to be fatal. However, you will return anyway. For fun. Sacred paradox here, is not it? Sade but true.

You'll understand that Delver is a good game, a great game even with the evil atmosphere tinged with a certain beauty and demanding gameplay. Moreover, it costs almost nothing: 1.57 euros. What is much less expensive than latex outfit on, admit it ... So buy it, I command you (pulls out his studded whip)!

Babylon 2055 Pinball Android Review

When I hear the name "Babylon", I have two songs that haunt my brain skinny. The first Haus Arafna gives rather morbid with its "Babylon, it's time to rise, Lucifer Will the bring the light". The second is much more playful, but also more expansive. I am of course talking about the Boney M. Go just for you and you spoil the day, here is an excerpt: "By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down. Yeah-yeah we wept, When We Remembered Zion ". Terrible is not it? Not the meaning, but the air that enters your head like it's yogurt. Aha! Well done! Well, it is true that it was vile. But hey, I had to share this moment of "musicality" with you, because this air keeps harassing me since I found the release of Babylon Pinball 2055, the new game of Frenchies Shineresearch. 

Fate that was mine, until, with a high dose of Bach, I managed to get out the melody of the head in order to incorporate more classics. What can easily thereafter, start focusing on this new pinball game that seems ready to make me lose the ball, and does not seek, if it looks like Quantic Pinball, cutting your own, balls . Certainly, one would think that Shineresearch plays it safe or should I say the guard rail with a new pinball game. However, when we persist in a way, it is even more expected to turn. And that's saying something that I expected, this new pinball.

I am the Black Pinball Wizard 

Maybe I'm not going to tell you, but, for decency, do a little amazement, Babylon 2055 Pinball is a pinball game themed futuristic city that meets the sweet name of Babylon. At the same time if you did not understand until now is that you and I apologize for this trimmed franchise missed the first walk of the Tower of Babel.

The bonus rather unwelcome called "miniature"

Like its ancestor a few months, it is still very traditional in its foundations, but quite original creative standpoint. Each table is a jewel and a fitting tribute to the real pinball that have rocked your childhood to the elderly. With six full tables, original design and refined, and a bonus table (as in Quantic Pinball) that will take you to the boundaries of retro-gaming, Babylon 2055 Pinball offers a rich challenge, but not indigestible.
Indeed, Shineresearch Studios, probably looking for the ultimate light had enough filaments in the brain in order to offer extras. These make all the difference. They are based on a simple principle, that provide game modes from within each pinball, as unlockables. As penalty, sometimes, but that will boost your scores. They number 9, and I leave it to you to discover them. Be aware, however, that one of them will make you lose your head showing countless metal balls, another teleporters, etc. In short, all good ideas.



Pinball in the air

But that good ideas do not always make a great play. They do when everything else holds up. Here, it is clearly the case, even if the bases were already living in healthy Quantic Pinball. Nevertheless, Shineresearch has improved. Already a graphics point of view, although both flippers are equal, the sensitivity is not the same and the tables remain a tad better designed for the city of Babylon as a purely quantum physics.

Tuttul the table, pronounced "toutoule"
according to the Voice

Indeed, as the game continues the theme of Babylon non-pious, according to the Christian references and not Mesopotamian, it shows the essence, namely the fire. This inspiration gives rise to beautiful visuals as well as tables with their own identity. The implementation is on top, and Babylon 2055 Pinball clearly worth a look if you will. Always in a retro-futuristic style is a visual treat to throw a party, especially since the grip of the controls is perfect.
Not to spoil, to paraphrase the former coach of Auxerre, the whole is served by excellent music and environment sounds very good. The whole is truly fascinating and not disunity. Everything is good in Babylon Pinball 2055, just as in the pig. All? Yes! But, as you can well imagine that there is a "but."



Pinball center 

The "but" is not only a month, but as an expression of "me." That was the thought of the day. Seriously, the "but" is a necessary evil for a future good, because it helps if you read or listen to it, to find there is room for improvement. It is heard, and of course, Babylon 2055 Pinball is a great pinball, and an excellent Thurs However (this is equivalent to the "but", but more subtle), failing to be in a real bowl filled with fresh morning was just the impression of being with milk, certainly super good, new cereals, certainly super good, but this breakfast provides a sense of deja vu.

The very special table "têtedemor"
as saying the djeuns in my time

In fact, you really feel like you're in front of a Quantic Pinball on which one would simply changed the scenery and the atmosphere. The finding is a little rough, but the similarities are such that one can not help thinking about it. This does not take away all the qualities, and there are many, of Pinball 2055 Babylon. Yet for those who joined the first series, the second could possibly leave a feeling of rehash. But it would really be choosy because the feast is size.

If I have a little advice for developers, it would, without doubt, not too locked into a straitjacket, yet he masters to perfection, to offer for their next game universe or even another kind to show all the talent they have. The real novelty and originality often pay much better (I speak as pure and not money) another copy of a duty already read.


Undeniably, Babylon Pinball 2055 is excellent. With a realization of quality, simple but revived principles days, he will spend some quality time with the worshipers of the old pinball machines and also to others. Moreover, it is these I am particularly speaking. You can easily dive into the genre with this game. Additionally, a free version, called the test is available, so no excuses. Download it, you will not regret a moment. Those who would fear to spend 2.99 euros, think about the number of hours you have to go without having a stomach ache. It's cheaper than a Big Mac and it is far better for the line! Shineresearch is certainly developing a burger seller, but he has to give is far more consistent, and thinner. Provided, however, that ensures change the menu for their next ideas.

Yesterday Android Review

Little history lesson today: the "point and click" was born in the 80s (along with the deserved success of David and Jonathan, which is a guarantee of quality or not) and was a true springboard in the 90s to almost dive into the abyss of oblivion during the years 2000 to 2010 Sad reality, is it not? Fortunately, new studios have realized that this kind of game still had their say and their pixels to hide. They are blessed! 

Blessed be the team Bulkypix! These little Frenchies (crowing!) Decided editing Yesterday, a point and click to the old, but not from an ergonomic point of view. It is well known, the French know how to do when they want it. And the studio is no exception to the rule by putting our little fingers, not in front of a punishment, but a classic adventure game, at first glance, but especially demonic.

You earn points or you? No, I tip and I click! 

Say it's a small joy to find a "point and click" on Android is far from the truth. For strength to recognize that this support fits perfectly to the genre.

In the capable hands of Bulkypix, it would affect even the divine. Everything coordinates perfectly at the interface, even though it remains to point out that on a small screen, the selection of objects can be ostentatious. However, everything has been designed for the enjoyment of the game is optimal. You will find a "Help" button that will allow you to move if you feel stuck, and another button, handy, which will show on the screen, places and objects with which you can interact . 

So, my biggest surprise, I must admit, the touch goes well in the game, and even gives it a flexibility that many Russian gymnasts might envy. In addition, and to top it off, technically speaking, Yesterday is a real treat. Between treated environments, cinematic inspired, and scary music, everything is there to give character to this work, and history without having to take aspirin.

Yesterday, All my troubles Seemed so far away

Well, not quite like the Beatles song, if at all. Because problems in Yesterday, your characters are going to have and not a little. Especially the hero elsewhere. In order not to give too much history, and make you lose, well, the joy of discovering, just know that everything starts after a series of murders of homeless, occurring within the City of New York. Two friends (not worn on the drink), a Henry White, son of billionaire and his friend Cooper will investigate the so-called murder. 

All this is, of course, just the beginning, and you soon find yourself in the shoes of the one who really invest the heart of the action: Mr. Yesterday, who knows very little about tomorrows, as a victim of amnesia . Amnesia is temporary, as you can imagine. 

I will not say more. Because I am vile in nature, even though I live in the countryside. At the limit, and even a little beyond the line, can I just tell you that this story will mix dark humor (sometimes), thriller (often), horror (often), winks (often), and puzzles (of course), and remains full, with great intensity, despite its short life. 

Indeed, for the most seasoned, only a few hours are needed to see the multiple endings. Of course, there will be some bravura passages that will make you shudder with pleasure. I think of <spoiler>, besides the beautiful <spoiler>, and this enigmatic <spoiler> forcing you to <spoiler> and <spoiler>. Yes, I know, I'm crafty. Some would even say that I have many spoils in hand, but to find out more, you have to download this game! 

Because, yes, you should download Yesterday, for these many qualities and delightful atmosphere. Spoken English but subtitled in French (a bargain), available for free in exchange for viewing ads (a bit heavy at times), or paid for 0.99 euros, Yesterday worth its weight in peanuts and make a perfect appetizer for those who are unfamiliar with the genre, and also for those who are followers. Yesterday is a safe bet! And do not expect tomorrow to test it!

NBA JAM Android Review

During my childhood, sports games were nowhere near what they are today. It was entitled Games "simulation", mechanical controls and worthy precursors QWOP, and arcade games. Focus on fun, the controls of these were often simple and placed the entertainment in the foreground. 

NBA Jam was clearly part of these games quickly accessible but not easy either. If NBA JAM has been out for a while on Android, we never took the time to publish a test. This is an opportunity with its recent update that increases the number of supported devices, though ... 

The Confiote Basketball

But first things first. NBA Jam is the essence of the NBA. Show in want of you here, phases completely crazy, dunks, balls on fire ... here we do not care, this is an arcade game! And besides the referee is absent, you imagine every time you are going to give to the poor "small teams" (we are still in the NBA, not in 3rd Provincial League) you face? Finally it is in the best case. Because it is the player who is most often abused by ultra aggressive AI who wakes up in the 4QT, dropping cons, alley-oops and 3-point shots to make you rage.

All complemented by a speaker delirious from beginning to end of each of your games. It includes all of the NBA franchise, but the choice of players is limited to the most important teams each plus some 'old' frameworks like Scottie Pippen or Larry Bird. It is also possible to play in multiplayer, but it requires that each participant has to pay € 4.49 to enter. 

Gameplay for Sega Genesis? 

NBAJAM ScreenShot (4) If home console or PC, I am a follower of the classic 4-button configuration (or ABXY x △ ○ □), I am a real fan of the pair AB regarding mobile games. NBA Jam decided to flank three touch buttons which is reminiscent of the controller shows the Megadrive. For once, this configuration is as enjoyable to play, thanks to the touch screen, it is possible to "slide" button in the button to perform actions more "special" without having to start a gym to lift thumb painful. 

Update OK, but what about compatibility? 

When I bought this game, I still used a GalaxyNexus. I was surprised to note that it was simply not installable on Nexus 4 Update January finally allows me to play without out my "old" smartphone. But apparently other users have paid the price and there is a rise of negative comments (often owners of smartphones and tablets dating about 18 months and older) denouncing the lack of compatibility.

It's always a shame to see that apps are not available on different devices while the operating system is the same.