One Epic Game, a mission-based endless runner developed by Grip Digital and published by Chillingo, is now available from the app store. Featuring a look and style very much like Halfbrick’s Monster Dash, One Epic Game simply doesn’t have the character and excitement of its predecessor. One Epic Game Pros: Detailed graphical presentation with varied environments Adrenaline-fueled soun... more.

Paper Monsters, the much-anticipated platformer developed by Robots vs. Wizards and published by Crescent Moon Games, is now available from the app store. Mixing a kid-friendly style with terrific graphics and solid gaming elements, Paper Monsters is both approachable and charming. Paper Monsters Pros: Colorful, vibrant worlds full of enemies and secret locations to explore Cheery soundtr... more.

JAZZ: Trump’s Journey, a musically-infused platformer developed by EggBall Games and published by Bulkypix, is available from the app store. With its early-20th century aesthetic, awesome soundtrack, and solid gameplay mechanics, JAZZ finds a winning combination with great appeal. JAZZ: Trump's Journey Pros: Beautiful 1920's aesthetics Terrific soundtrack that permeates all aspects of t... more.

Run Roo Run, a casual tap-based runner from 5th Cell, is now available from the app store. Boasting a ridiculous number of levels, appealing graphics, and a bevy of mechanics to utilize, Run Roo Run is an enjoyable game with wide appeal. Run Roo Run Pros: Cute and quirky cartoonish presentation with tons of gaming elements to utilize Upbeat and fun soundtrack Ultra-simple tap controls ... more.

Star Marine: Infinite Ammo, a retro platformer from Glitchsoft, is now available from the app store. Featuring dual-stick controls, big boss battles, and plenty of enemies to destroy, Star Marine is a fun addition to the genre. Star Marine: Infinite Ammo Pros: Nice retro platformer look Old-school soundtrack enhances arcade experience Cool dual-stick controls Upgradeable weapons and a... more.

Lunar Racer, a physics-based arcade racer from Noodlecake Studios, is now available from the app store. With gameplay reminiscent of Dream Track Nation, you’ll flip and spin your way through space-themed tracks, using both gravity and nitro to control your vehicle while collecting MoonBux and outpacing AI competitors (or your friends via local multiplayer) in a bid to reach the finish line first... more.

Super Crate Box, an exciting platformer from Vlambeer, is now available from the app store. A spot-on port of the game that inspired Muffin Knight, Super Crate Box features a retro pixel look, a plethora of weapons, and outstanding touch controls to create a challenging yet thrilling experience. Super Crate Box Pros: Minimalistic pixel art style is clean and appealing Catchy soundtrack ... more.

Our latest Quick Reviews have us checking out a pair of platformers that are more than worth your while. Let's have a look.... Lumi Lumi is a stylish platformer from Foundation Games that tasks you with utilizing the power of magnetism to move throughout your world and repel the descending darkness by collecting fireflies and lighting special trees. Lumi is an amorphous yellow creature w... more.

LostWinds, a hauntingly beautiful platformer from Frontier Developments, is now available from the app store. Despite its pretty visuals and engaging story, the swipe-based control method is simply too imprecise, causing a great deal of frustration that ultimately squelches our enjoyment. LostWinds Pros: Beautiful graphics with rich colors and great lighting/shading effects Top-notch soun... more.

Trenches II, the follow-up to the WWI-themed castle defense title developed by Thunder Game Works and published by EA, is now available from the app store. Though it offer much of the same as the original, there are enough improvements that allow Trenches II to stand on its own. Trenches II Pros: Cartoonish graphics and plenty of cover-based objects in the battlefield Crisp militaristic t... more.

Wind-Up Knight, a challenging side-scroller from Robot Invader, is now available from the app store. Featuring a crank-driven hero, beautiful 3D graphics, and timing-based gameplay, Wind-Up Knight’s fate, and the fate of the princess, are in your hands. Wind-Up Knight Pros: Terrific 3D graphics with enjoyable lighting effects and exciting environments Catchy soundtrack Dedicated butto... more.

Sonic CD, a fantastic port of one of SEGA’s most beloved franchises lovingly developed with Christian Whitehead, is now available from the app store. Featuring your favorite characters, retro visuals, and lightning fast speeds, Sonic CD is a particularly well-developed port that easily exceeds our expectations. Sonic CD Pros: Sharp retro graphics and super smooth framerate US and Japane... more.

This edition of Quick Reviews has us checking out a toddlerized version of an old favorite, a clever two-sided puzzler, and a physics puzzler that aims to impress but falls short. Let's take a look... Sprinkle Junior Sprinkle Junior is a watered-down (awful pun) version of Mediocre AB’s fire-extinguishing casual title released earlier this year. The original puts you in control of a fi... more.

Home Sheep Home 2, a multi-character puzzle game developed by Aardman and published by Chillingo, is now available from the app store. Featuring a dreamy storybook style, character attributes that create strengths and weaknesses for each, and challenging time-based puzzles, Home Sheep Home 2 is a satisfyingly fun experience (or it will be once its crashing issues are eliminated). Home Sheep Hom... more.

Junk Jack, a Minecraft-like open-world sandbox game from Pixbits, is now available from the app store. Less of a game and more of an adventure in existence, Junk Jack offers a rich environment to farm and craft to your heart’s content. Junk Jack Pros: Appealing graphics in open-world environment Upbeat chiptune soundtrack Touch controls are simple and responsive Three worlds to inha... more.