Gamebook Adventures 8: Infinite Universe Review
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Version: 1.0
App Reviewed on: iPhone 3GS
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Infinite Universe is a rather significant departure from the developer's more typical releases in a couple of key ways. First, it's all sci-fi, all the time. Aliens and advanced technology, not magic and dragons. Aside from the theme change it's every bit a Gamebook Adventure, with plenty of reading, book-marking, die-rolling, and decision-making along the way. It's also their first attempt at a free-to-play release, offering players the option to play through the first part as many times as they'd like but gating off the other five with in-app purchases. Each of these chapters can be purchased individually or all at once for a reduced price.
I have to admit I was somewhat surprised by just how lengthy this first chapter is. Knowing full well that the bulk of the Gamebook isn't available without a purchase I was expecting to get maybe ten minutes worth of adventure on before finding myself back at the main menu. Nope. There's a pretty significant chunk of content here, and it can be replayed as many times as a player wishes in order to try for different results. And, as per usual, significant scenes are accompanied by some fantastic hand-drawn illustrations.
Nitpicks about the brevity and script aside, Infinite Universe is a welcome addition to Tin Man Games' portfolio. The change of theme is nice, and the new free-to-play model finally gives everyone a chance to see what all the fuss is about before parting with their finances. If the first chapter is any indication, it's going to be an adventure well worth taking.