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99 Bricks Wizard Academy Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Campbell Bird on June 24th, 2014
Our rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar :: TETRIS + PHYSICS
This puzzle game combines Tetris with physics, magic, and a healthy dose of charm.
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Magicka: Wizards of the Square Tablet Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Rob Rich on March 28th, 2013
Our rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar :: UNLIMITED POWER
Torching goblins, crushing trolls, and making harpies explode is just as much fun as it sounds.
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Webbies Review

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Kevin Stout on May 28th, 2012
Our rating: starstarstarstarhalfstar :: PERFECT PUZZLER
Webbies is a puzzle game with a cute theme about forest animals and an evil wizard.
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Elemites Review

iPhone App - Designed for iPhone, compatible with iPad
By Jason Wadsworth on September 19th, 2011
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: MAGICAL
This real-time strategy game pits Relph, a cast off wizard, against the towsfolk who ran him out of town. This time, he has some help.
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Harry Potter: Spells Apparates into the App Store

Posted by Bonnie Eisenman on November 17th, 2009

Potter fans, rejoice: the first official Harry Potter app has been released to the App Store. iDevice-owning Muggles can grab the app and be Sorted by the Sorting Hat, receive a wand at Olivander's, and then be instructed in the basics of dueling whilst earning points for their House. If this sounds familiar...then, yes, it's because it is similar to previous online offerings from Warner Bros. What makes this app so intriguing, however, is its focus on dueling...specifically, multiplayer duels over both Bluetooth and WiFi.

Yes, that's right; dueling. While the app will allow you to challenge an AI opponent, whipping your friend in a digital duel is undoubtedly better, and I can't wait to test this one out. Fledgling wizards can currently learn up to 14 spells, and the examples given are old favorites: Stupefy!, Expecto Patronum!, Expelliarmus!, and so on. Spells are unleashed with hand gestures and sent between devices. I can't think of a better platform for a handheld duel, especially given the iPhone's accelerometer.

Rounding out the offering are a slew of appreciated extras: Facebook Connect, player stats pages, House rankings, and Hogwarts-wide leaderboards. Warner Bros. is obviously attempting to foster some competitive spirit between friends.

It's worth noting that Harry Potter: Spells isn't targeted at the 99-cent crowd; the app is selling for $4.99. We'll have a review up in a few days with our recommendation, but for now, more information can be found at http://harrypotterspellsapp.com/.



Castle of Magic

iPhone App - Designed for iPhone, compatible with iPad
By Bonnie Eisenman on July 13th, 2009
Our rating: starstarstarstarstar :: SPELLBINDING
Castle of Magic is a fantastic, brilliant platformer that sets a new standard in the App Store. You simply can't pass on this one, especially if you're a fan of Mario and his ilk. Talk about magical!
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StickWars

+ Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad
By Chris Hall on April 28th, 2009
Our rating: starstarstarhalfstarblankstar :: ENTERTAINING
StickWars is an interesting variation on the castle defense genre. The game is pretty fun, with a good amount of things to do in the early levels, but some of the later levels suffer from the inability to further reinforce your castle. It's hard not to re
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