Wednesday April 25
06:00
The best first and third person shooters for mobile
There are lots of arguments that iOS gamers like to have, but one of them involves which is the best shooter on the App Store. We're not talking about arcade shooters or bullet hell games here, we're talking about first and third person shooters. So we figured it was time to talk about the games that really are the cream of the crop.
And because...
03:00
Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery is a brilliant repres...
There's something rotten at Hogwarts. Something maleficent and unstoppable. It's worked its way into every classroom, weaving its evil spells and attempting to ruin the lives of everyone who tries to get in its way.
No, that's not the plot of Harry Potter: Hogwart's Mystery. I'm talking about something much more invasive than the influence of He...
Tuesday April 24
08:47
Join TableTap tomorrow for an exclusive Carcassonne...
You might not know this, but our sister site Pocket Gamer has a special section that's dedicated to digital board games. It's called TableTap, and sometimes it takes to Twitch to stream some of the best digital dice-rolling and tile-placing games in the world.
And tomorrow is one of those times. Tomorrow you're getting two for the price of one as...
Monday April 23
08:00
Brew Town guide - Everything you need to know about...
Brew Town is an intriguing simulation game that mixes together booze, a neat art style, and some smart ideas into one enticing package. But there's a lot to do in the game, so we thought it'd be a good idea to break it down for you so you can get to grips with it quickly. Hence this guide.
Follow these steps and you'll be brewing up some...
Friday April 20
02:31
All the best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right...
It's Friday again, and here at 148Apps that means it's time to round up the best games that are currently on sale on the App Store. It's a really brilliant week for sales, so I hope you've been saving up your pocket money because you're almost certainly going to be chucking all of it away once you've read this list.
In fact it's such a good week...
02:31
All the best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right...
It's Friday again, and here at 148Apps that means it's time to round up the best games that are currently on sale on the App Store. It's a really brilliant week for sales, so I hope you've been saving up your pocket money because you're almost certainly going to be chucking all of it away once you've read this list.
In fact it's such a good week...
Thursday April 19
07:35
The best games that came out for iPhone and iPad thi...
Every week here at 148Apps we like to round up the cream of the crop of the newest games releases on the App Store. We think of it like a public service. There are so many games smashing onto iOS every week that sometimes it's hard to keep track of what's worth picking up and what's worth ignoring.
So that's what I've gone ahead and done. There...
04:05
Quest to be King gives you the keys to your own cast...
The land of Thoria has been beset by the evil Darkness, and it’s up to you to save it. In Quest to be King, you’ll sort out match-3 puzzles with an RPG twist to combat the encroaching forces of darkness while juggling your armies and supporting your civilians.
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Wednesday April 18
15:22
Oddmar (Games)
Oddmar 1.0.3
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $4.99, Version: 1.0.3 (iTunes)
Description:
Oddmar struggles with life in his village and is not worthy of a place in Valhalla. He is shunned by his fellow Vikings and must redeem himself of his squandered potential. One day he is offered an opportunity to prove himself, but...
09:33
World of Gunships by Gamespire arrives on iOS
Chopper enthusiasts on iOS needn’t twiddle their thumbs any longer (except to direct hot lead at their enemies) – Gamespire’s World of Gunships is finally available on Apple devices. This aerial shooter puts you in control of an attack helicopter as you take on other players and NPCs in a battle to the death.
There are a few different modes to...
02:32
Will we ever see something like the Nintendo Labo fo...
You've probably read a lot over the past few days, or at least you probably have if you've got any interest in video games outside of the mobile sphere, about Nintendo Labo. People have been getting their hands on the new tech, and the general consensus is that it's looking like it might be pretty special.
Which got me thinking - is this the sort...
Tuesday April 17
04:29
The best games for iPhone - The definitive 148 Apps...
Hi there, and welcome to our ever-increasing list of the very best games for iPhone. We're going to be updating this regularly with new content, so make sure you check back often, because you're not going to want to miss out on even one of the games we're including here. Trust me, they're that good.
You can click the links below to download the...
Monday April 16
06:15
Shadowgun Legends Android and iOS guide - What do yo...
So you've reached level 20 in Shadowgun Legends, and you're trying to figure out what to do next? Well, the game still has plenty to offer anyone who's reached the level cap, it's just that you need to be a little more selective with what you do.
In this guide we're going to look at how you can keep your fame and power rising, as well as what...
Friday April 13
11:06
Project Highrise guide - How to get started on groun...
Project Highrise gives you a lot of tools and deep systems to grapple with while building the skyscraper of your dreams, but in doing so, it can be hard to know exactly where to start. As we dumped time into the game while reviewing it, we came up with this list of tips that should be good for getting you started with the game:
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06:00
All the best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right...
Friday has snuck up on us a bit this week, but that doesn't mean we're not prepared here at 148Apps. We've gone right ahead and rounded-up all the very best games that are currently on sale on the App Store. And there are some gems out there right now, so we hope you've been saving your money.
We've included download links so you can grab the...
Thursday April 12
06:48
The best games that came out for iPhone and iPad thi...
This week, like every week, a lot of games have come out on the App Store. And as usual we're rounding-up all of the best ones so you know exactly what you should be downloading. It's a time-saving measure, and a service we're only too happy to provide.
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04:00
Bottled - How sending a digital message into the wav...
I stumbled across Bottled by accident, and at its core, it's a communication app - though it could be used for dating, too. The adverts might be a little sleazy here and there, but that's down to a slight identity crisis. While the app could be used for nefarious purposes, in my time with it I've found that the userbase is made up of people who...
00:10
Fobia (Games)
Fobia 1.0
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $4.99, Version: 1.0 (iTunes)
Description:
A little girl tries to escape from her fears overcoming various obstacles in her path.
Fobia
Wednesday April 11
23:50
Vandals (Games)
Vandals 1.0(6)
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $3.99, Version: 1.0(6) (iTunes)
Description:
Vandals is an infiltration game that will transport you to the most emblematic cities of street art. In this turn-based game, the goal is to sneak around police surveillance and spray walls that grow harder and harder to access....
07:47
A guide for the Final Fantasy games you'll find...
The tentpole JRPG franchise for well over 30 years now, Final Fantasy has been capturing the hearts of both western and eastern audiences for almost as long as it's been available to them. Each new entry brings with it an entirely new cast of heroes, game mechanics, and story, with maybe the odd spin-off or fighting game variant sprinkled in for...
07:47
A guide for the Final Fantasy games you'll find...
The tentpole JRPG franchise for well over 30 years now, Final Fantasy has been capturing the hearts of both western and eastern audiences for almost as long as it's been available to them. Each new entry brings with it an entirely new cast of heroes, game mechanics, and story, with maybe the odd spin-off or fighting game variant sprinkled in for...
05:50
Where next for PUBG, Fortnite, and the battle royale...
Battle royale games are all the rage on the App Store at the moment. A couple of weeks ago we looked at the origins of the genre, but now it's time to get the crystal balls out and think about what might be the future for the giant deathmatches we all know and love. With PUBG and Fortnite both available for iOS now, and a good handful of clones...
01:47
Tomorrow at 1pm EST, you can check out our sister si...
I think we might have mentioned a few times that 148Apps is part of a larger network of sites. And one of them, Pocket Gamer, has a section that's dedicated to digital board games. It's called TableTap, and tomorrow at 1pm EST, it's taking to Twitch.
It's not the first time TableTap has dipped its toes into the streaming water, but tomorrow is...
Monday April 9
06:02
Shadowgun Legends Android and iOS guide - How to win...
We've taken a long hard look at some of the details around Shadowgun Legends, but now it's time to get into the nitty gritty. Specifically, we're going to look at how you can win matches of Ascension, the game's 4v4 PvP multiplayer mode.
Obviously this isn't an exact science, and if your teammates haven't read this piece there's still a good...
Friday April 6
11:01
What You Need To Know About Sdorica -sunset-
Rayark, the celebrated developers of Implosion - Never Lose Hope have another game on the horizon. In two weeks, Sdorica - Sunset, will be hitting the App Store in the US, which is a fantasy puzzle rpg of sorts. In the lead up to release, we’ve been playing Sdorica to unpack exactly what it is so you’ll know what to expect when it comes out on...
11:01
What You Need To Know About Sdorica -sunset-
Rayark, the celebrated developers of Implosion - Never Lose Hope have another game on the horizon. In two weeks, Sdorica - Sunset, will be hitting the App Store in the US, which is a fantasy puzzle rpg of sorts. In the lead up to release, we’ve been playing Sdorica to unpack exactly what it is so you’ll know what to expect when it comes out on...
09:50
All the best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right...
Everyone loves a sale, which is why every week here at 148Apps we round-up the very best games that are going for cheap on the App Store. And today is no different. Look, we're doing it right now. You're reading it. This is the content that we have made for you.
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07:45
PAPER Anne is set to charm players all over again wi...
If you’ve ever found yourself needing the perfect mash-up of Paper Mario and LittleBigPlanet, mobile developer UsFun Games might have the answer in theircharming puzzle-platformer PAPER Anne.
Placing you in a papercraft world that’s distraught and in tatters at the hands of the Queen of Hearts, as the titular Anne you’ll work your way through...
Thursday April 5
12:38
Ava Airborne guide - Tips and tricks to soar onto th...
Ava Airborne is an endless runner much in the same vein as something like Alto's Odyssey, but instead of riding over the ground with a board of some kind, you pilot a hang glider and try to avoid the ground at all costs. With this new mode of transportation comes some unique gameplay mechanics that make Ava unlike other runners you've played, so...
06:32
The best games that came out for iPhone and iPad thi...
It's Thursday, and here at 148's spacious office that can only mean one thing - it's time to round up all of the best games that have landed on the App Store this week. There's a few here, and I reckon there's going to be something for pretty much everyone on the list.
Especially if you're a fan of classic adventure games. More on that later...
05:27
Strike it rich in OIL, out now on the App Store
If you’ve ever had aspirations of becoming an oil tycoon, digital board game OIL might help you make that dream a reality. Set during America’s early 1900s oil boom, you’ll be mining for oil while fighting off the competition in the Wild West. It’s certainly not for the faint of heart, but if you persevere, you could come out the other side the...
Wednesday April 4
09:02
Swarm Simulator: Evolution guide - How to play like...
We all love a good idle game from time to time, don’t we? Good thing there are new and good ones coming out all the time, like Swarm Simulator: Evolution. In this game, you breed humble Drones to gather meat and eventually harness that power to do all kinds of crazy things like travel through time and evolve to higher forms of being. In order to...
09:02
Swarm Simulator: Evolution guide - How to play like...
We all love a good idle game from time to time, don’t we? Good thing there are new and good ones coming out all the time, like Swarm Simulator: Evolution. In this game, you breed humble Drones to gather meat and eventually harness that power to do all kinds of crazy things like travel through time and evolve to higher forms of being. In order to...
Monday April 2
12:28
Kingpin guide - How to bowl like a champ in this uni...
Kingpin Bowling is the a neat arcade runner where you control a bowling ball as you try to hit pins and avoid obstacles to net a high score. Although its gameplay is largely pretty similar to a lot of other runners out there, there are some things about it that make it uniquely challenging. This guide can help you navigate these things though and...
08:30
Shadowgun Legends Android and iOS guide - Every mult...
In this part of our guide to Shadowgun Legends, we're going to have a look at the different multiplayer modes that the game offers. We've already gone over the various single player missions you can take on, so we figured it was time to shine some light on the PvP and PvE aspects of the game.
There's more to come too, with some handy tips and...
Friday March 30
10:24
Honkai Impact 3rd guide - What you need to know to g...
Want a new beat em’ up on mobile? Look no further than Honkai Impact 3rd. This gorgeous anime brawler involves building teams of powerful Valkyries to take down some vicious, futuristic foes. If this sounds like you’re cup of tea, check out this guide to help get you started out on the right foot.
Know your enemy
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09:22
Mini Golf King update hits the green with new featur...
Having swung its way onto iOS and Android devices over a year ago, arcade multiplayer title Mini Golf King has returned from the clubhouse with all-new content in tow.
Bluehole PNIX’s free-to-play offering already provided a quirky twist on the popular sport by pitting players against more than 30 trap-filled, bonus-packed courses, and the game’s...
07:05
Sword Art Online: Integral Factor guide - Beginner...
Sword Art Online: Integral Factor is a new free-to-play multiplayer role-playing game that can be overwhelming. It combines a lot of systems from different kinds of games and lumps them in with the fourth-wall breaking world of Sword Art Online. Lukcy for you, we’ve banged our heads against Integral Factor’s systems and discovered a pretty good...
02:00
All the best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right...
It's the end of the week, so it's time to round up the best games that are currently on sale on the App Store. And it's a pretty good week, with some amazing games going cheap. So many that cutting down the list was a pretty tough job. I think I've managed to just leave the very best.
That said, if you think we've missed anything then you should...
Thursday March 29
11:31
Armello guide - How to make sense of the madness
Armello is a richly detailed and complex board game that layers on a ton mechanics and victory conditions such that no two games are alike. A lot of this has to do with the fact that the game uses dice rolls, card draws, and other chance-based systems to determine outcomes. When you first start playing Armello, you might think the key to winning...
11:31
Armello guide - How to make sense of the madness
Armello is a richly detailed and complex board game that layers on a ton mechanics and victory conditions such that no two games are alike. A lot of this has to do with the fact that the game uses dice rolls, card draws, and other chance-based systems to determine outcomes. When you first start playing Armello, you might think the key to winning...
07:10
The best games that came out for iPhone and iPad thi...
This week's new releases have landed on the App Store. There's not a massive amount of new games this week, but there's more than enough awesome digital entertainment to leave you pondering where to spend your hard-earned cash. Don't worry though, that's where we come in.
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07:07
Your ultimate guide to Evergrow’s huge 1.2 update
Evergrow, that beloved physics puzzler turned action game, is back with a huge update that’s expanding the game in some major ways. Evergrow will now feature new gameplay modes, a host of unique mini games, and much more. There’s so much happening here, we decided to write a whole guide for it. Let’s dig in, shall we?
Chill out with Zen Mode
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07:00
Shadowgun Legends Android and iOS guide - Every styl...
There are loads of single player mission in Shadowgun Legends, so we thought it'd be a good idea to break them down so you know what you're going to be getting into well before you jump into the action. We're going to look at the multiplayer options in a later guide as well, so make sure you check back to find out what's what with the PvP and...
Friday January 9
02:40
Combo Quest (Games)
Combo Quest 1.0
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $.99, Version: 1.0 (iTunes)
Description:
Combo Quest is an epic, time tap role-playing adventure. In this unique masterpiece, you are a knight on a heroic quest to retrieve the elusive Combo Crown. It is up to you, and you alone, to reclaim that which was unjustly taken...
Thursday January 8
17:00
Hero Emblems (Games)
Hero Emblems 1.0
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $2.99, Version: 1.0 (iTunes)
Description:
** 25% OFF for a limited time to celebrate the release **
** Note for iPhone 6 user: If it doesn't run fullscreen on your device, please adjust the Display mode to Standard.Further information : http://www.heatpotgames.com/bugs-...
17:00
Puzzle Blitz (Games)
Puzzle Blitz 1.0
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $1.99, Version: 1.0 (iTunes)
Description:
Puzzle Blitz is a frantic puzzle solving race against the clock! Solve as many puzzles as you can, before time runs out!
You have 3 minutes! Place the pieces in the right spots to complete a puzzle. Every time you solve a puzzle...
17:00
Sky Patrol (Games)
Sky Patrol 1.0.1
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $1.99, Version: 1.0.1 (iTunes)
Description:
'Strategic Twist On The Classic Shooter Genre' - Indie Game Mag!---------------------------------------------------------------------------Welcome to the Arcade world of Sky Patrol - a fast-paced combat game at your fingertips...
13:50
The Princess Bride - The Official Game (Games)
The Princess Bride - The Official Game 1.1
Device: iOS Universal
Category: Games
Price: $3.99, Version: 1.1 (iTunes)
Description:
An epic game based on the beloved classic movie? Inconceivable!
Play the world of The Princess Bride and experience all of your favorite scenes!
4 GAMES IN 1:- Survive the Shrieking Eels! - Climb the...
12:40
Frozen Synapse (Games)
Frozen Synapse 1.0
Device: iOS iPhone
Category: Games
Price: $2.99, Version: 1.0 (iTunes)
Description:
Frozen Synapse is a multi-award-winning tactical game.
(Full cross-play with desktop and tablet versions)
9/10 Edge
9/10 Eurogamer
9/10 Destructoid
• Independent Games Festival Audience Award
• Develop Best New IP Award
• PC Gamer...
