Dominion, a futuristic Risk-type game by Dot Matrix and published by Chillingo, is now available from the app store. A collection of different maps and efficient push-notification online multiplayer make it an amazing world domination game. Pros: 8 maps of various world areas to play on 3 game modes with complete customization Brilliant online multiplayer with anyone in the world ... more.

In rare cases, iPad games are released prior to their iPhone and iPod touch capable brethren.  Usually, developers like to test the waters on the small screen before moving onto the larger pastures that reside in iPad land. Nonetheless, QuantumSquid Interactive , to our delight, went the former route by releasing Veggie Samurai HD almost two weeks ahead of Veggie Samurai for the iPhone. Perhaps t... more.

Super Laser, Epic Force's futuristic vertical shooter where you control a space ship and blow aliens to smithereens, is now available from the app store. With the best graphics of any scrolling shooter game currently available in the app store and extremely polished gameplay, Super Laser brings a retro shooter game into the future. Super Laser Pros: Beautiful graphics and effects User-f... more.

Doodle God, a game of mixing elements to create new ones, has been launched by JoyBits and is now available from the app store. Rarely has a discovery game of so little action been so darn addicting. Doodle God Pros: Simple, addictive gameplay Nice background music Simple control scheme Subtle hint system Reaction history is fun to look through Doodle God Cons: Previously-ma... more.

Poker Smash, a match-3/deck of cards mashup from Void Star Creations, is now available from the app store. Previously available as an Xbox Live game, Poker Smash has made a smooth transition to the iDevice, easily adapting to the touch interface to offer an exciting experience for puzzle fans. Poker Smash Pros: Exciting gameplay Nice graphics OpenFeint Multiple game modes Simple con... more.

Carcassonne, a board game conceived in Germany and brought to life on the iDevice by TheCodingMonkeys, is now available from the app store. An elegant tile-laying game at its core, you’ll find plenty of opportunity to flex your strategic prowess as you design medieval towns from scratch. Carcassonne Pros: Multiple game modes Addictive gameplay Great audio work Detailed tutorial E... more.

Ruler is a nice wooden ruler from Andrew Kazmierski that you can take with you where ever you go. It's got a lovely design, with a very realistic wooden look. If you're looking to replace another common household item with your iDevice, Ruler measures up quite nicely. Ruler Pros: Lovely design Simple to use Ruler Cons: None as of this review So what options can you ... more.

We all know the game, and now it is here. Activision Publishing Inc. has set the bar chord high by releasing Guitar Hero into the app store. Tap, strum, whammy and slide your way through 6 title songs from artists such as Queen, The Rolling Stones and even Vampire Weekend. Create your own personal rocker with customized garb and hairstyles while snapping pictures of your character to share wi... more.

Super QuickHook, Rocketcat Games’ stylish swinger and follow-up to the popular HookChamp, is now available from the app store. Improving upon just about all aspects of the original and including a randomly-generated endless Avalanche mode, Super QuickHook continues to impress and enthrall with its quirky humor and addictive gameplay. Super QuickHook Pros: Easy-to-use controls Variety of... more.

Sigma, a fun new Match-3 game from BigStack Studios, is now available from the app store. Introducing yet another gameplay method that reinvigorates a somewhat stale genre, Sigma manages to fun and frenzy back into the equation. Sigma Pros: Unique and addictive gameplay Responsive controls Beautiful themes and music Great power-ups Plus+ integration Sigma Cons: Multiplayer is... more.

Dice Diving is a new release from Larry Snyder that cleverly combines elements of dice, poker, and high diving into one innovative iPhone app.  While the concept sounds strange, the unique gameplay and varying level goals add up to a surprisingly enjoyable game. Dice Diving Pros: Unique game style 31 Levels of varying challenges Easy learning curve thanks to included demo video Abili... more.

Superblox, an exciting and unique take on the Match-4 formula, has been released by Casual Friday Games and is available from the app store. Multiple game modes, really tight controls, crazy power-ups, and that addictive one-more-try feeling combine to monopolize my interest like few recent releases have. Superblox Pros: Extremely fun Great graphics Outstanding controls Multiple game... more.

Viacheslav Klimov's fun Uno-style card game Secret of Lost Pyramid generated a rave review from our team when we reviewed it back in February.  Now as an exciting iPad title, Secret of Lost Pyramid HD has hit the shelves and it's a show stopper. Secret of Lost Pyramid Pros: Lots of style and interesting backgrounds Survivor-like soundtrack Pick-up-and-play game style OpenFeint global... more.