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David NeumannUnited States
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In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Martial Law Expansion for Nightfall Coming this Week
Playdek has announced that the eagerly anticipated Martial Law expansion for their popular iOS app, Nightfall, will be released on Thursday, September 20. The expansion will be available via in-app purchase for $1.99USD. The expansion will include new characters, new actions and new color chain combinations. It will also include new achievements and unlockable Promo cards through Game Center. To celebrate the release, Playdek will be putting the Nightfall iOS app on sale for $0.99USD for one week. (It appears it is still $4.99USD, so this sale must be starting later in the week to coincide with the release of the expansion.) You can pick up Nightfall for iOS Universal on the App Store./pic1423094.png)
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David NeumannUnited States
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Wisconsin
In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Alien Frontiers Releasing in September
Owen at Pockettactics has posted a story indicating that the long-coming, kickstarter project Alien Frontiers for iOS iPad is nearly here! The game is currently in late-stage beta and will have AI for solo play as well as pass-and-play multiplayer. From the story, asynchronous multiplayer doesn't sound like it's part of the package. We'll post when the app is released.
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David NeumannUnited States
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In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Wizkids Releases HeroClix TabApp figures and iOS app
Earlier this week Wizkids released their TabApp line which incorporates physical HeroClix figures with iOS apps on the iPad (and soon for Android as well). TabApp is aimed at younger gamers (8 and up) and allows them to place their physical figures on the iPad screen and contact points on the character base allow the figure to interact with events happening on the screen. Several Marvel characters are available, such as Thor, Captain America and Iron Man. The figures come in packs of 3 for $14.99USD and the app is free on the App Store.
Baldur's Gate Enhanced Edition Delayed
Originally scheduled to be released next week, IGN is reporting that Overhaul Games has pushed the release back until November 30.
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iOS News: More Magic next week?, Pocket Tactics interviews Playdek, the aMAZEing Labyrinth on sale
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David NeumannUnited States
Whitefish Bay
Wisconsin
In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Duels of the Planeswalkers possible release date
Pocketgamer is reporting that the first expansion pack for the highly regarded iPad version of Magic 2013 is coming next week. The expansion will include cards from the Ravnica: City of Guilds block which was released in physical form back in 2005. It will feature five playable decks with colors that represent the guilds found in the Return to Ravnica expansion. It will also include more challenge quests, more single-player campaign levels and more achievements. Look for it around the 19th!
Pocket Tactics interviews Playdek
Pocket Tactics will be posting an interview with Playdek on Monday. They posted a few updates on projects from the interview:
- Agricola is being worked on in full force. Playdek's website says Winter.
- Command and Colors is still being worked on as well. Expected to arrive 2013.
- Tank on Tank will feature the Eastern Front Expansion as well as exclusive expansions for the mobile version. It is also listed as Winter on the Playdek website.
You can check out the full report from Owen on Pocket Tactics.
aMAZEing Labyrinth on Sale for a limited time
Ravensburger digital just let us know that this app's price has been reduced: $1.99 for iPhone, $3.99 for iPad.
Check it out for iPhone and iPad
Fri Sep 14, 2012 4:12 pm
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David NeumannUnited States
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In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Real Racing 3 Brings Asynchronous Multiplayer to Racing
In case you missed the Apple Event yesterday where they unveiled the upcoming iPhone 5 (see here for details), they demonstrated Real Racing 3 from Firemonkeys. While the demonstration was meant to highlight the graphics capability of the new hardware, they also mentioned something they are calling 'time-shifting'. We boardgamers know it by the term asynchronous multiplayer. So, you can challenge friends to a race and then they can compete with you at a later time. I think it is interesting to see genres not usually associated with turn-based gameplay shifting that way due to the nature of 'casual' gaming with mobile devices. I'm not sure this is the first racing game to attempt this, but it is clearly the most high profile release to give it a go.
MechWarrior Tactical Command coming on Sept. 27
Personae Studios announced that MechWarrior: Tactical Command will be releasing for iOS iPad in 2 weeks. This is a tactical game set in the BattleTech universe. The developers have stated they are "staying close to the original mechanics of the BattleTech board game in order to appeal to both newcomers and fans of the MechWarrior series alike". It appears that the game will have a single player mode with a campaign, but there is no mention of multiplayer in the press release.
Promo codes available for new 'Reversi' style game
BGG user mightysteed created a post where they are offering promo codes for their new game that gives a "social twist" to Reversi. It sounds like Reversi that you can play with Facebook friends or email contacts. If you're interested in a code, go post in his thread./pic1173341.jpg)
Eclipse is still being worked on
Just to frustrate readers annoyed with our posting of Infinity Blade: Dungeons and the no news relating to its release, here's more for you! Never say we don't care! Brad talked with the fine folks at Big Daddy's Creations on their progress with the iOS version of Eclipse. The official response? "Nothing except we're still working on it." So there!
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David NeumannUnited States
Whitefish Bay
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In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Wednesday nights tend to be "BIG RELEASE NIGHT" for iOS games as the games get released in New Zealand and then spread through the Apple servers through the night. These releases usually hit the US at around 11pm Eastern Time. This will be something I'll try to put together every Wednesday and I'll focus on boardgaming (or at least turn-based) titles. That said, I may throw out a few other big releases that might be happening that week.
Before we get into any releases happening tonight, we will mention an older one that we neglected to mention previously:
App Releases
Demons vs. Wizards - Magic Card & Dice Game
Released on 09/05/2012 for iPad only, this card and dice based game bills itself as a game played in taverns in fantasy settings, where magic at the tavern was outlawed. It is a 5=10 minute turn-based card and dice game with a heavy fantasy theme added. There is an AI, so solo play is supported. Also, there is a 'tabletop' version where two players can play against each other on the same device. The icon has a d20 pictured, so that has to be worth something, right? Check it out on the app store.Guardian Cross
We mentioned this Square Enix card-based RPG a few weeks back and now it has appeared in the app store. It appears to have some sort of free to play model. We will certainly take a closer look and let you know our impressions. You can get it on the App Store
Fortune City
Releasing tonight for iOS Universal, this looks to be a roll-and-move game similar to Life where you can build houses, make money on stocks, or have hilarious events that happen to you, such as being robbed. Ho! Ho! I'd tell you to get more info on the App Store, but there isn't much there. Well, you can look at pictures, anyway.
Infinity Blade: Dungeons finally releasing?
Infinity Blade: Dungeons was originally revealed at the March 2012 event where the new iPad was introduced. Since then, however, there has been relatively little heard about the project. Rumors are circulating that today is the day, and it's being released to coincide with the announcement of the iPhone 5. Also prompting speculation is the price cut on both Infinity Blade and Infinity Blade 2. We'll see. You can find both Infinity Blade and Infinity Blade 2 on the App Store now.
UPDATE:Epic Games just confirmed on their forums that there is no news right now about IB: Dungeons. Looks like we'll have to wait a bit longer for this one.
Fieldrunners 2 HD
Fieldrunners 2 is a really fun and polished tower defense game for iOS iPhone and the sequel to the popular Fieldrunners (go figure). Well, instead of offering a Universal Update for that game, Subatomic Studios is releasing an iPad only version of Fieldrunners 2 tonight. The price in NZ is $10.99NZD, which should be $7.99USD. Forsuckerscustomers (like me) who already bought the iPhone version, $7.99 might be a bit much (although they do promise some iPad only features, like new towers). For those who waited, however, it will be waiting for you tonight around 11pm Eastern time.Zombicide Companion App
The companion app for Zombicide has been released. It looks to feature many helpful tools to assist in playing Zombicide.
You can check it out on iTunes
Thu Sep 13, 2012 1:39 am
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David NeumannUnited States
Whitefish Bay
Wisconsin
In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Ticket to Ride Pocket Free
To celebrate the announcement of the iPhone 5 today, Days of Wonder has announced that Ticket to Ride Pocket for iOS iPhone is free for the next 5 days. If you haven't picked this one up yet, now is the time! Get it on the App Store.
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David NeumannUnited States
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In life you have to do a lot of things you don't f*cking want to do. Many times, that's what the f*ck life is... one vile f*cking task after another.
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Spectromancer Submitted to App Store
Apus Software and Three Donkeys have mentioned on their forums that Spectromancer for iOS was submitted to the App Store on August 7th, which means it should be released soon. Spectromancer is an online fantasy card game in which players assume the roles of mages battling each other by summoning creatures and casting spells. Oh, Richard Garfield is one of the brains behind it, by the way. Check out this video of the Windows version to get an idea of gameplay:
Frontline Tactics First Look
Pocket Tactics has a first look of the upcoming turn-based tactical shooter, Frontline Tactics. Frontline Tactics is a squad-based tactical strategy game that the designers are calling "Call of Duty Tactics". The developer, Full Control, is releasing the game for PC, Mac, iPhone and iPad and says the game will support solo play as well as asynchronous cross-platform multiplayer, and there will be coop and versus modes. Expected release is Q3 of 2012./pic1393358.jpg)
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Formula Feud on Hold
Hot on the heels of our recent announcement of the Formula D clone, Formula Feud, Asmodee has said that they will ask the app to be removed from the App Store. The app designer, Andre Lind, further commented on the thread saying that Asmodee has responded to their requests and they don't think they'll ever get to release the app. He followed that up with another post saying that they haven't given up releasing the app, but are looking to create new artwork for the game. We'll have to wait and see where this goes./pic1192695.jpg)
Stone Age Coming
You may have seen it hinted on the Hans im Glück Facebook page, but we can now confirm that they are working with a developer on an official iOS app for Stone Age. We can't yet reveal the developer. We will, however, when the beta goes live. Right now that is looking like September. Stay tuned./pic1393352.jpg)
Cities and Knights Submitted
Developer USM has posted on their Facebook page that Catan 3.0 for iOS, which includes the Cities and Knights expansion, was submitted Monday and should be available in the App Store within the next 10 days. Also included in the update are optimized computer opponents, improved layout, iPad retina graphics, and an extended tutorial. A lite version of the Cities and Knights expansion will be playable for free, with the full expansion available as IAP. The full Cities and Knights includes a short campaign and 7 different maps. You can get
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Fields of Fire app in Alpha testing
The designer of Fields of Fire, Ben Hull, recently commented that the iOS version is currently in the alpha test stage, but he's not sure what the timeline is moving towards beta testing.
Marvel: War of Heroes Coming
Publisher Mobage has posted some teasers about an upcoming iOS/Android card game based in the Marvel universe. Not much to go on so far, but the card art looks great. You can sign up at their site now to receive a limited edition card for your online deck. Game releases this fall./pic1393365.jpg)
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Thunderstone Submitted to the App Store on Aug 7
Zabu has submitted Thunderstone for iOS to the App Store last week, indicating that a release this week or next is likely. Delays in the app were apparently due to issues with the upcoming iOS 6.
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Judge Dredd: Countdown Sector 106 Released
Tin Man Games has released their Judge Dredd app for iOS Universal. The app description claims "It's an adventure game. It's an interactive book. It's an RPG." It sounds like the Fighting Fantasy books in that it's part Choose-Your-Own-Adventure and part RPG. You can grab it in the App Store.
All Talk Released
Pocket Gems has released this Taboo clone with LOTS OF AWESOME FEATURES! These features allow you to record your voice clues and send them to your friends to allow them to guess your secret word. There is an IAP system involved on top of the $2.99 price. You can check this out on the App Store./pic1393367.png)
Reiner Knizia's Masters Gallery Released
Skotos has released it's implementation of Reiner Knizia's Masters Gallery, which is simply Modern Art: The Card Game with artwork from classical masters rather than faux modernists. The game is for iOS Universal, but is single player only. The developer states that multiplayer is coming in a future update to the game. Check it out on the App Store./pic1393369.jpg)
Slapshot Released
Barnard Enterprises Technology has released Slapshot for iOS iPhone. Slapshot is described as a fast-paced card game for ice-hockey nuts. Each player controls a team and deals with trades, drafts and injuries. Available for an introductory price of $1.99 on the App Store.
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Hero Academy Updated
Robot Entertainment has updated Hero Academy to version 1.3. This version revises the tile system so it will not redraw the exact items swapped, Tribe Axe Thrower power increased, Tribe Witch corpse explosion does less damage, and more. check out the details on the App Store./pic1393368.png)
Ravenmark: Scourge of Estellion Updated
Witching Hour Studios has updated Ravenmark to version 1.09. This version has general bug fixes as well as several updates including adding IAP. Check out the App Store for the complete list of updates.
Combat Mission Touch Updated
Battlefront.com has updated Combat Mission: Touch to version 1.4. This update includes Scenario Expansion Pack #1, optimizations for smoother gameplay, and other minor bug fixes. Check it out on the App Store.
Arenas, Trial of Valor Updated
The turn-based strategy RPG Arenas, Trial by valor has been updated to version 1.3 by Emeryon Games. This version includes a new campaign/story mode as well as new loot, armor and weapon skins, and more. Check out the details on the App Store./pic1393361.jpg)
Khet 2X Updated
The iOS version of Khet 2.0 has been updated to version 4.2 by Schogini Systems. This updated the instructions and rules of play within the app as well as fixing a bug with scarab swapping. Check it out on the App Store.
Slay Updated
Sean O'Connor has updated Slay to version 3.2. Included in this update are a "Classic" theme, strength bars to indicate how players are doing, quick-scrolling of the map, and a new "Dusty" color scheme. Look for it on the App Store.
Matching with Friends Updated
Zynga has updated their head-to-head matching game to version 4.13. This update brings new bomb effects, new end-of-turn effects, and more. check out all the changes on the App Store./pic1393371.png)
Starbase Orion Updated. Again.
The folks at Chimera Software, who apparently never sleep, have released another huge update to their highly regarded 4X space strategy game, Starbase Orion. Update 1.1.6 includes tons of options regarding galaxy shapes, random or balanced maps, galaxy age, leaders, wormholes, AI, etc. Also, the game now tracks statistics over the course of each game, spying has been improved, and bugs have been fixed. Too much stuff to add to this post, so check it all out on the App Store.
Fistful of Penguins Updated
Crooked Smiles has updated their recently released iOS implementation of A Fistful of Penguins to version 1.1. This update incorporates rules/tutorial clarifications, fixes to the Mine! achievement, and more. Check it out on the App Store.
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Crooked Smiles Drops Price on A Fistful of Penguins For Gen Con
Crooked Smiles has dropped the price on A Fistful of Penguins for Gen Con. Now until August 19th, you can get the this newly updated app for a fistful of pennies. It's on the App Store now for just $0.99.
Thu Aug 16, 2012 8:32 am
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