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Blake Grundman

Contributing Writer with the 148Apps Network since August 16, 2010

Mild mannered programmer by day; gamer, podcaster, and writer by night. Blake is a staff writer for 148Apps, as well as the Managing Editor at GamesAreEvil.com. He also co-hosts and produces the EvilCast Recap podcast with fellow gaming junkies Ross Polly, Keri Honea, and Chris Nitz.

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Upwords Review

Upwords Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A board game that sticks to what it made it a success, but may fall victim to a lack of audience.

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Death Golf Review

Death Golf Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Who knew that a sport that requires players to carry a stick could actually be so deadly? Find out if this shot is down the middle of the fairway or a bit more askew of center.

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Dropple Review

Dropple Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Never has no money bought you so much game. Find out why Dropple is more than worth the download.

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Trial Xtreme 3 Review

Trial Xtreme 3 Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
When more of the same just isn't enough. Trials Xtreme 3 doesn't quite pass muster this third time out.

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Catch The Ark Review

Catch The Ark Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
We normally wouldn't condone mixing church and games, but in this case we are happily willing to make an exception.

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Lego Legend of Chima: Speedorz Review

Lego Legend of Chima: Speedorz Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A promising racer that needs a little more content.

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Karateka Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
This is a retro remake that pulls no punches.

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Men In Black 3: Movie Touch Review

Men In Black 3: Movie Touch Review

iPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
It is always a shame when a product that shows promise is held back by platform limitations.

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Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
One of the most critically acclaimed crime dramas of all time is making its iOS debut. You won't want to miss out on this party!

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Race of Champions World Review

Race of Champions World Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
The yearly event makes its second entry onto the App Store. Though this outing is far stronger, it still falls short of what we have come to expect from other racing experiences on the platform.

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Pong World Review

Pong World Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
It's sad to think that the world of Pong has evolved so little in the span of forty years.

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Dragon Slayer Review

Dragon Slayer Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Dragon Slayer is an unfortunate example of a free-to-play game that doesn't give much playtime before having to pay.

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Raiden Legacy Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Nothing like taking a flight down memory lane to raise the blood pressure a smidge.

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FLASHOUT 3D Review

FLASHOUT 3D Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A perfect showcase of what a WipEout clone could and should be on iOS...

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Revenge Of The Rob-O-Bot Review

Revenge Of The Rob-O-Bot Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
While pinball perfection this is not, it sure makes a good case for a lengthy play through or twenty.

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Bladeslinger Ep. 1 Review

Bladeslinger Ep. 1 Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Sometimes games don't live up to expectations. Luckily, this is just the first attempt.

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Monster Pinball HD Review

Monster Pinball HD Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A new twist on pinball shoots for the moon. Sometimes aspirations and accomplishments are not quite the same thing.

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Doctor Dot HD Review

Doctor Dot HD Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
A matching game that features a physician using pills to cure a patient? This sounds familiar.

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V For Vampire Review

V For Vampire Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Despite middling puzzle challenges, the game somehow manages to find a way to charm players into continuing to play.

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Coaster Crazy Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Roller Coaster madness has been re-born on iOS and has a price tag that just sweetens the deal.

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Gizmonauts Review

Gizmonauts Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
There is a thin line between playing it safe and simply not innovating. Unfortunately, this tends to be more of the latter than the former...

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Outlaw Review

Outlaw Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
The retro classic is reborn on iOS! Too bad it has barely evolved since the Atari era.

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I guess that stadium wall is an illusion…

Electronic Arts has a long history with the NFL license, across many different gaming platforms. Heck, they have been releasing Madden games since 1988! So you would assume that the release of Madden NFL 13 Social would be smooth sailing, right? WRONG! In fact, as you can see in the screenshot at right, things are looking downright rough.

We reached out to EA, in hopes of getting a comment on the current state of the game. The PR team responded with the following comment:

“We have made progress with technical issues experienced with Madden NFL 13 Social since its launch and the development team is committed to fixing areas where there may still be issues.  The team is working hard to increase stability as quickly as possible.”

So where does that leave the status of our review?  As of right now we are recommending that folks steer clear of the game, with a more accurate re-assessment to come down the line, when things get patched.  This is not the first rough launch of an EA social game, so hopefully the powers that be are taking notes for next season. A year from now, gamers may not prove to be as patient.

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+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Released: 2012-10-31 :: Category: Games

Rhythmanix Review

Rhythmanix Review

iPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
If you have a good ear for music and can keep a decent beat, this game will keep your toe tapping.

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ARC Squadron Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
iOS finally has a space shooter that can rival the classic consoles of old.

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Need for Speed: Most Wanted Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Rarely do big name games live up to the hype. Thankfully, this may be one of the rare exceptions to the rule.

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Age of Myth HD Review

Age of Myth HD Review

iPad Only App - Designed for the iPad
There comes a time when simply coloring inside the lines isn't enough to make a game stand out.

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Square Planet Review

Square Planet Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Featuring an art style and personality that steals the show, this is not the kind of experience usually found in free games.

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DarkGate Review

DarkGate Review

iPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
This retro-inspired role playing game represents everything that made Super Nintendo era JRPGs so much fun.

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Big Win Football Review

Big Win Football Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Managing a team of football playing misfits is a mixed bag that has both highs and lows.

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