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Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation Review

Posted by Rob Rich on October 28th, 2011
+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad

Developer: Gameloft
Price: $6.99
Version: 1.0.0
App Reviewed on: iPhone 3GS

Graphics / Sound Rating: starstarstarstarstar
User Interface Rating: starstarstarstarblankstar
Gameplay Rating: starstarstarstarblankstar
Re-use / Replay Value Rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar

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Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation is a culmination of Gameloft's many dabblings into the FPS genre. There's plenty of running and gunning to be had throughout the game's 13 levels. Which is something new, actually. An honest-to-goodness sprint button has been added, allowing players to move between objectives at a much quicker pace. Sliding is also new, and can be accomplished by tapping the crouch button while sprinting. Handy for taking cover while under fire. Both of these new features are quite useful throughout the single-player campaign, but are even more vital when in the game's online multiplayer mode.

Modern Combat 3 looks great, no question, but it's the smaller details like animations and the occasional slow-motion kill shot that really draw the eye. But really, I think the reason I've enjoyed my time with the game so much is because it's just so... enjoyable. The over-the-top set piece moments are surprisingly grand for a handheld device and the multiplayer, with its experience (and earned currency) driven weapon unlocks and customizations is excellent. Each match earns experience, with better performances netting more of the stuff, and new levels unlock the ability to purchase new weapons. These weapons, in-turn, can be upgraded and customized to fit a player's preferences with a number of different attachments such as scopes and larger magazines. Similarly, items can be bought and equipped that bestow special abilities such as the ability to carry more ammo. It's a shockingly robust myltiplayer offering, especially considering the platform. It's a shame I'm so terrible at it.

There are a few issues that have cropped up, however. Of the three control schemes offered I've found the Classic setting to work best, but I sometimes find myself shooting when I don't mean to or missing a button by a hair's width and doing nothing. Usually resulting in death. Then there's the checkpoint system. Sometimes it works great and doesn't set me back too far. Other times I have to slog through a significant chunk of a level, only to finally reach my last point of failure to wind up kaput again. I've also noticed that enemies can shoot me with surprising precision through some very solid cover. I'm not talking about chest-high walls that the top of my head might be poking over, either. I'm talking about massive barriers that seem unable (or unwilling) to come between me and bullets.

Just about anyone who's interested has probably already purchased Modern Combat 3. It's kind of a little popular. For everyone else who might be thinking about it, and is a fan of first-person shooters of course, I'd say it's definitely worth playing despite its flaws. Many of which can easily be overlooked. The entry fee might seem a little steep, but there's plenty of great gaming that comes with that $7.

Cowboy Guns HD Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Carter Dotson on September 27th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarblankstarblankstar :: OUT OF AMMO
Cowboy Guns is a dual-stick shooter that puts players in control of an old west gunslinger across Adventure, Survival, and Bounty Hunter game modes.
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Infinity Field Expands Onto the iPhone and iPod touch, and Makes Bigger Splashes on iPad 2

Posted by Carter Dotson on August 31st, 2011

Chillingo and ForzeField's Infinity Field, the dual-stick shooter released earlier this year for the iPad, has finally made its way to the iPhone and iPod touch. This version of the game contains the same features as the iPad version, including six game modes, three weapons, and a Campaign mode that will put players through the rigors of the game. The game has been otherwise tweaked to play better on the smaller screen size of iPhones and iPod touches, though the game does support the Retina Display on the iPod touch 4 and iPhone 4.

The now-retitled Infinity Field HD has been recently updated as well, adding new enhanced visual effects for iPad 2 owners. If and when Apple announces a next generation iPhone, developer ForzeField is planning to update the game to support similar visual effects on that device, presuming it does in fact contain an A5 chip similar to the iPad 2's, according to their Twitter account. Until then, we'll just have to put up with our pithy A4 devices.


Alien Space Retro Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Carter Dotson on July 29th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: NEW RETRO
Alien Space Retro is a dual-stick shooter with a Campaign mode, Survival mode, and new in-app purchases not available in the original version.
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Occurro! Review

iPhone App - Designed for iPhone, compatible with iPad
By Carter Dotson on July 12th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: REOCCURRING
Occurro is a recently re-released dual-stick shooter from Acceleroto, where the goal is to try to stay alive as long as possible without running out of lives.
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Color Bandits HD Review

iPad App - Designed for iPad
By Lisa Caplan on July 11th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: AWESOME VISUALS
Steampunk meets dual-stick shooter in this eye-catching new title from Chillingo.
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D.A.R.K Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Jennifer Allen on June 28th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: FUN BUT LACKING
D.A.R.K makes for an interesting departure from the norm but needs more of a hook.
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Raiding Company Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Timothy Smith on March 28th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: MUMMY MUNNY
Dive into a world of tombs and loot, but beware of the mummies.
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Etolis Arena Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Chris Hall on February 9th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: WHY?
I like the basic Running Man concept, but Etolis Arena definitely suffers from a lack of purpose.
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Infinity Field Review

iPad App - Designed for iPad
By Carter Dotson on February 2nd, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar :: ENDLESS FUN
Infinity Field is a graphic effects-heavy dual-stick shooter that gives you a variety of game modes, including multiplayer, to destroy endless waves of enemies.
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Last Line of Defense Review

By Chris Hall on January 20th, 2011
There's really nothing wrong about the super conservative Last Line of Defense, but there isn't a whole lot to love either.
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Bug Heroes Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Chris Hall on January 12th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar :: ATTACK!
One part dual stick shooter, two parts tower defense, and a dash of RPG; Bug Heroes makes for one delicious iPhone gaming blend.
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Robokill - Rescue Titan Prime Review

By Ben Briggs on November 15th, 2010
Robokill invites you into a world that is strewn with swarms of enemies, and, although repetitive, in small doses you’ll find an impressively long and enjoyable game.
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Revolt Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Chris Hall on November 8th, 2010
Our rating: starstarstarstarblankstar :: PRETTY
While the graphics and lighting are top notch, the rest of the game is a fairly generic dual-stick shooter - not that that's a bad thing.
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Commando: Warmachine Review

iPhone App - Designed for iPhone, compatible with iPad
By Chris Hall on October 1st, 2010
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: AVERAGE
Commando: Warmachine is an average fixed path dual stick shooter. It won't blow you away, but you probably won't upset you either.
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