After a recent SHMUP release (okay, not so recent. And they pretty much do SHMUPs exclusively), Cave is poised to drop another one on us. Kind of. Bug Princess 2 Black Label is more like a Director’s Cut than a real sequel, but it might just be the be-all-end-all version for series fans to get.

The key story and gameplay elements are exactly the same as the original Bug Princess 2. Make no mistake, however, there’s new stuff to justify the purchase. Even more bullets are included in this version, which is something I would never have considered possible but there it is. Players can also recreate a near arcade-perfect experience by slowing down the action (i.e. simulating processor strain). But by far the most interesting addition is the new Boss Rush Mode. All of the massive bosses from the first and second game are here, and high scores can be posted for bragging rights. There was also mention of an option to save progress, but details are still a little scarce at this point.

Bug Princess 2 Black Label has no definitive release date or price at the moment. Presumably it should be out in the next few months, and most likely sell for anywhere between $5 and $15 using Cave’s previous titles as a guide, but that’s all speculation. It is coming, though. And it’s looking like it’ll be glorious.

$6.99

Bug Princess 2

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Released: 2012-04-05 :: Category: Games

$4.99

Bug Princess

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
Released: 2011-12-15 :: Category: Games

The use of Augmented Reality in gaming is the kind of technological wizardry that would have amazed me as a child. It still does in fact, despite knowing how it works. MosquitoKiller makes the idea of killing mosquitoes fun – something that really wouldn’t conventionally be enjoyable. Using the gyroscope, players can move around their surroundings in order to find and kill mosquitoes.

Numerous weapons are available such as a mosquito coil, helmet, fly swatter and mosquito repellent in order to mix things up a little. There’s also the prospect of finding hidden mosquitoes that can track the player’s movements. Plus, there’s the ever popular boss battle too.

MosquitoKiller has all the makings of a title to be enjoyed in short sessions, especially with spectactors to laugh with. With the addition of GameCenter or OpenFeint support, I reckon this could be a great hit for the casual gaming crowd. For now, players will have to stick to local competition and the allure of the in-game achievements.

MosquitoKiller is out now, priced at a pretty respectable $0.99.

$0.99

MosquitoKiller!

iPhone App - Designed for the iPhone, compatible with the iPad
Released: 2011-12-18 :: Category: Games