Turret Commander Review
Price: $0.99
Version: 1.1
App Reviewed on: iPad 2
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Take most gamers, place them behind the controls of a gigantic gun, and most likely they will be able to find a way to amuse themselves for hours. Luckily for them, Turret Commander is more than happy to keep throwing waves upon waves of planes in their general direction, all in the name of making things go "Boom!" As long as players have a steady aim, there will be enough fun to keep them occupied for quite some time.
The one cumbersome aspect of the control scheme is actually understanding how to aim. Instead of using the full 360 degree range of motion to determine what direction to aim the turret, the gyro is only used to control the pitch of the weapon. In order to rotate left or right, the player must tilt their device. Initially this takes some getting used to, but it makes more sense when considering that this now allows the game to be played while still remaining in a stationary sitting position.
While simple in premise, Turret Commander is a fun mindless way to burn away a few hours. It may not provide the most variety or impress visually, but there is just something about the addicting mechanics that will keep you coming back, round after round. This is ninety nine cents well worth spending. Watch out Red Barron, we're gunning for you!
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