Temple Run 2: Imangi's Next Big Mobile Gaming Hit

It is undeniable that Imangi has really made an impact on mobile gaming with their initial game launch called Temple Run. It revolutionized the runner class for mobile gaming and thus spark a new era in that particular niche. Many developers have worked on cashing in on the craze and have since then seen countless number of games that are themed in a similar way. Disney and Imangi have even teamed up and launched a special edition to the game called Temple Run Brave for the Animation Movie Brave, where the idea was pretty much similar to the Original Temple Run but with added tasks such as shooting targets with your arrows as you try to outrun the demon bear known as Mordu through the forest. 

Temple Run 2 is a fresh new out look on the game and Imangi has successfully made the Sequel just as entertaining if not more. Here's what one can expect from Temple Run 2.

Obstacles look similar but with a few new twists

While sticking to the basic principles of the original game, Temple Run 2 is yet again put in a scene where a daring explorer would be scurrying from cave while being chased by a mad demonic ape like creature that is out to gobble him up. The game starts off at an easy pace and eventually picks up speed the further you get into the game. You'll be tasked with collecting coins and power ups as you run, slide, jump, and ride miner carts down a tunnel to avoid various obstacles that are out to hamper your escape. 

 Using the device's Gyro and accelerometer, you can dodge obstacles by tilting your device to the left or right. Swipe gestures are still one of the key factors, and so is collecting gold coins. 

It is the new environment, that makes this game so much more entertaining, even if the gameplay is still essentially the same with the first Temple Run. The once dark and murky swamp has now given way to a picturesque mountain path that is reminiscent of The Great Wall of China. Here you'll find yourself sliding down ropes, swinging left to right collecting coins, jumping across fast moving rivers and waterfalls, skipping past broken bridges and sliding under temple ruins and over spiked booby traps and fire jets along the way. In the mines you'll be forced to ride the mining cart and tilt your way across perilous crossings and broken rails while ducking under broken mine shafts. 

Watch out for those power-ups and tricky miner levels

In the mines, you'll be riding a cart along a beaten track. You'll have to be quick on your wrist and reflexes as you need to lean and duck to collect coins and avoid obstacles or broken tracks. The wrong turn could leave you face first on a dead end or crashing to the unknown depths of the cave below. 

What has been quite a welcome feature in the game is the easy resurrection option which is available immediately after a mishap and costs a gem (collectible within the game) for the first save and two for the second and so forth. You also dont need to buy the head start upgrades as once you have enough coins, the option is readily available on screen as you start the game, without the need to buy in the store to get the upgrade like in the first Temple Run. Upgrades are available nonetheless from boosting the time limit on various options like the magnetic capture of coins or gaining protective shields, speed boosts etc. With 10,000 coins, you can even choose a new character to run. 

Upgrade your existing character or simply choose a new one

The further you get into the game the faster the pace gets and this is where things tend to become rather tricky. There can be some instances where you might think that the road continues up ahead but end up flying off the screen as that signals a dead end cliff hanger situation that you should swipe left or right to avoid.  

Overall, Temple Run 2 is definitely a well designed game, with the new elements making it quite fresh and appealing is proving to be a worthy successor to the original Temple Run Game. It has no issues in terms of gaming in both IOS and Google Android Devices and even plays more smoothly than the first. Best part about it is that it is free to download for both as well. 

Till Next Time...

-Metz- 

PS. I am curious as to how everyone is scoring on their Temple Run 2 Games :) Do post them here in the comment field, or if you have any tips on how to better play that game please do share them as well :) 

Google Play Reco's: Sector Strike

I have just gotten hooked on a new great time waster that is quite a marvel to play especially at times when you just can't seem to do anything else but sit back and wait for that plane to arrive, which is usually the case with Cebu Pacific during the evening flights.

The game is called Sector Strike by Clapfoot Inc, which puts you in control of a futuristic fighter jet which you shall be controlling with your finger and guiding it through different levels of enemy sectors and dodging a myriad of bullets. Upgrades can be done through collection of resources from every enemy you get to shoot down or if you feel like you want to get the upper edge but have no desire to wait it our you'd have the option to pay the extra dollars for it. I also love the fact that there are no advertisements that are in the way of the gameplay and it is free to download and play. 

In terms of controls, Sector Strike is able to deliver a very touch responsive game and the graphics are pretty decent. You can get power ups, coins and square resources with every enemy you get to shoot down. Power ups provide a shield for a single hit. Each power up collected gives you an upgrade on your fire power from rocket, laser, and circling shield drone, all of which get activated in that chronological order. But as mentioned if you get hit you loose all of them instantly and will have to work your way up again to get them back, unless you have another passive ability upgraded that enables you to store a power up. You also get to collect coins in the form of gold sparklers and square resources which are needed for a higher upgrade and for the passive ship abilities and skin changes. The trick to get through a game is to really focus on avoiding all of the kamikaze ships and the bullets which are slow moving enough to get around and shoot them down before you find yourself backed up to a corner. 

Here is what Clapfoot has to say about their game Sector Strike:
A futuristic shoot ‘em up designed to challenge your reflexes and wits.

"...on its way to becoming one of the must-have Android game" - PartyHitsRadio

"If your a fan of games like Super R-Type, then this will be right up your alley–and best of all, it’s free!" - YourTechReport

A futuristic shoot 'em up designed to challenge your reflexes and wits. Sector Strike combines the mechanics of old school shooters and the aesthetics of modern 3D games.

Battle through relentless waves of AI drones in a campaign that will take you through 4 unique environments. Earn credits and upgrade your ship with new weapons, equipment, and abilities.

ADDICTIVE power-up system that will keep you coming back for more

UPGRADE your ship with over 20 weapons and abilities such as hellfire missiles and call for reinforcements.

ADVANCED GRAPHICS that will take advantage of your new mobile device

CLASSIC space shooter game mechanics familiar to retro gamers and fans of the SHUMP gendre

ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK from Boneyard Audio

CLOUD BACKUP SUPPORT ensures that you'll never lose your save game data again, even if you change your device!

COMPATIBLE with older devices like the Galaxy Ace

CUSTOMIZE your ship with custom skins

Gaming overall is quite smooth and quite entertaining, yet challenging enough to keep you hooked on it for hours. I personally got hooked cause every sector of the game always keeps me feeling that I am so close to finishing this sector, I just need to be mindful of the bullets and be smart at which ships I should shoot down first. It really is a game that'll keep gamers preoccupied for a long period of time at least till your wait is over and it's time to board that plane to head on home.

Till Next Time...

-Metz-

Google Play Reco's: Mutant Roadkill

I have been an avid fan of Temple Run since it got launched on the IOS platform and was even happier to find them on the android side of the fence. However, there would be times where I want that same thrill that they provided but in a different game setting. I craved for that same quality of gaming without sacrificing on the thrill and of course the graphics. Thankfully, the mobile game maker Glu had something up their developer sleeve and have come up with something that similar to that of Temple Run but is a bit more adrenalined up with guns, zombies, and vehicles.

Mutant Roadkill is basically your Temple Run game but instead of a person running and avoiding obstacles you are equipped with a vehicle. Your main task is quite similar too - Survive for as long as you can with whatever means possible. There are several upgrades that you can buy as you gain more coins. Missions also help increase your multipler score similar to that of Temple Run. This time around though you'll not only be avoiding obstacles, but you'll be smashing through zombies, side swiping freeloaders and shooting, zapping, tossing them around just to gain points and survive for as long as you can. The terrain also changes when you reach certain distances, zombies and obstacles get even more challenging and if you aren't well equipped or lucky it'll be a while before you get to see the other environments.

Here is what Glu has to say about Mutant Roadkill

Race through an apocalyptic wasteland overrun with mutants and other hazards!

In this free game Mutant Roadkill, race through an apocalyptic wasteland overrun with mutants and other hazards! Blast your way through city ruins as you try to escape a world overrun with danger. Drive as far as you can and compete against the world! Can you make it out alive?

Intuitive tilt and swipe controls make driving and shooting easy!

Blast your way through hordes of unique mutant types!

Use nitro boosts and electro shocks to increase your odds of survival!

Earn coins to buy better cars and power-ups!

Mutant Roadkill is a free game to play, but you can choose to pay real money for some extra items.

Download the free game today - Mutant Roadkill

This game is available on the IOS and Android Platforms and is compatible with devices that have similar or better specs than the Samsung Galaxy W(1.7Ghz Single Core CPU). I also think that it can play on devices that run on at least 1Ghz Single Core CPU but it unfortunately wont run on models that have the same specs as the Samsung Galaxy Y. Is this a game that'll get you hooked? If you are a fan of Temple Run type games than I guess this is a definite addictive game for you as well. Graphics are just as good, gameplay is pretty smooth. Only downside is that you'll really have to grind your way up to earn coins just to purchase the next vehicle upgrade or cash out real money if you are impatient. Overall, Mutant Roadkill is a definite must have on your Android Phone or Tablet as it is a fun way to pass time and is a a good alternative to Temple Run.

Till Next TIme...

-Metz-

Google Play Reco's: Indestructible

I know, it has been long overdue for another google play recommendation but for today I have an awesome treat for all you Android phone users out there. In today's recommendation I am highlighting a game that has kept me pre-occupied for the most part and has been an awesome time killer game for those long waits and sleepless nights. The game that has caught my fancy is called Indestructible.

The game concept of Indestructible is basically like your regular tank wars game but imagine it upgraded to a highly detailed playing field with advanced tank or in this case high powered pimped up vehicles pitted against each other to fight to the death. It offers several game modes where you are challenged to survive onslaught after onslaught of vehicle opponents set by the system or online with other players vying for control of their territory. With several upgrades and vehicle types to choose from, the gaming is sure to be quite endless. It's fun and easy to control but the downside is that you'll either have to grind your way to level up and gain coins to get those upgrades or simply cash in real dough if you are one of those impatient gamers.

Here are the highlights of Indestructible from Glu:

Featuring:

4-PLAYER REAL-TIME MULTIPLAYER ACTION
Including three unique multiplayer game modes: Capture the Flag, Death Match and Recover The Charge

STUNNING HIGH-QUALITY GRAPHICS
Advanced visual effects designed for the latest devices!

TONS OF UNIQUE ITEMS
Customize you vehicles with rocket launchers, laser guns, auto-cannons and more!

THREE ARENAS
All set in a gritty post-apocalyptic world. Battle with your latest vehicle creations!

ADVANCED PHYSICS ENGINE
Enabling awesome stunts such as flips and power-slides!

We've worked hard to bring you some of the best graphics available on Android, combined with the thrilling game-play of 4-player multiplayer action - all for FREE. We're constantly striving to make Indestructible the best multiplayer game on the market, so we really value your feedback.

Indestructible is free to play, but you can choose to pay real money for some extra items.

Use of this application is governed by Glu Mobile’s Terms of Use. Collection and use of personal data are subject to Glu Mobile’s Privacy Policy. Both policies are available at www.glu.com. Additional terms may also apply.

Just to show you exactly what I have been playing here's a sample of the gameplay itself. 

Indestructible is playable on most phone models that are similar to if not better than the Samsung Galaxy W(1.7Ghz Single Processor CPU) and other 1Ghz single core devices. It is also available on the IOS platform. Indestructible is definitely worth checking out, especially if you are the competitive type that likes to be king of the mountain and would most likely shoot anyone that would contest that title.

Till the Next Time...

-Metz-

Tech Tuesday: Atlantica Online - Best MMORPG for 2009

I got hooked by an online game last week and I guess will be hooked on it every weekend from this point on. The game that I can't seem to stop playing is the Online MMORPG made by Ndoors called Atlantica Online. I got so addicted to it for several reasons:

• Graphics is amazing. The moment I got to log in and got to see the layout of the game environment, I was pleasantly surprised as to how detailed it is from your character to the scenery.
  
• Huge Gaming Potential. I was blown away at the way the entire game is set up. One look at the map and you will realize how big Atlantica Online really is. The possibilities are enormous. You can be from level 1 to 120 and yet there will still be challenges to face.
  
• Friendly Community. The game play system is an environment that induces camaraderie and friendship. I noticed that the moment I logged in, people have been helping me through the system, guiding me and mentoring me as I learn the ropes. The quests and challenges make it in a way that once inside the game you will find that friendship and social networking is the most important skill a player has to have to survive.
• User Friendly interface and game controls. That is more ways says it all. I myself do not like game play that is filled with so many keys to remember. In Atlantica Online, the quests, community, and system layout is so easy to understand as everything is set up to teach you step by step. There is even AUTOPILOT for those like me who are so bad with directions in real life and worse in the CGI environment (this is actually my favorite since when a quest is to be conducted I simply click on AutoPilot and it moves to the location of where one should be completing the task, allowing me to sit back and enjoy the scenery as my character moves across the computer generated field.) There is even the City of Manila in the game in the South East Asia Region. That is just one region and a clue to how big the game is, cause Atlantica Online's Map is based on the World Map :)
  
• System Requirements isnt that high so people with a Windows Experience Index of a 3.0 can play the game without much of a hickup (of course graphics settings should be set to a low).
• Character Customization is endless. I found that I could dress up my characters and finding the money to do so is quite easy as long as you learn how to craft items :). Yup there is an online Marketing Business to help you get through the Atlantica Online gaming world. :) I really wish I could get all the gold I have out and turn it into real money hahaha.
  
• Lots of conversation. I have gained so many new friends in the game and chatting with them is a breeze. The game is Turn Based so you have time to literally chat with your opponent or allies during battles. It literally taught me how to multitask to a level that I never thought I could :).
  
• Lots of friendly competitions and fun inter player challenges to choose from. Like I said, it is endless game time in Atlantica Online.

Most of the people that I have chatted with in Atlantica Online are people just like me, adults that are looking for a quick and fun get away from reality where we can fulfill our fantasies of being beyond ordinary. I really like the game and best of all, it is free. The server am on is Thebes and that is just one of the many servers that Atlantica Online is using. Last time I played Thebes had over 100,000 players so you can imagine how many people like Atlantica Online. All you need is a nice comfortable place to play, good internet, and a laptop or desktop that has a decent graphics driver and you should be good to go.

Here is a trailer of Atlantica Online - Hope to see you guys there (am using my real name so do say hi when you see me ;))


PS. Did I mention that you can even get to own a city :) wickedly cool game and you wont really fully comprehend what I am saying till you get to try it out yourself. :)