Be a Champion Dwarf in the Hack-n-Slash Action of Runic Rampage
November 20, 2020 by RSS Feed
Runic Rampage ($3.99) by Crescent Moon Games is an over-the-top action adventure game featuring angry dwarfs who are ready to kick some butt. If you enjoyed games like ICEY and Kick Ass Commandos, then Runic Rampage is a good fit for you.
When life gets stressful and frustrating, I take my anger out in video games. I mean, causing mayhem and destruction in a digital world is much better than doing so in reality, right? I usually prefer relaxing games, but sometimes I just have to start bashing stuff in with a giant hammer. When I saw Runic Rampage on the App Store, I was intrigued, as it has a top-down dungeon crawler feel to it (think Diablo III, which I put in way too many hours for), so I had to check it out. If you feel the same way as I do, then Runic Rampage is definitely a fun way to pass the time.
ICEY
X.D. Network Inc.
Kick Ass Commandos
Anarchy Enterprises
Visually, Runic Rampage has a rough-and-gruff aesthetic to it, which is fitting considering you're smashing things up as a big, tough dwarf. The game is rendered in 3D with some fairly detailed graphics that remind me a bit of older computer games. Runic Rampage has a top-down perspective that's similar to games like Diablo III, so players can see a big area at once, and prepare for incoming waves of enemies. The character models for your dwarf and the various monsters you'll encounter are distinctive and full of detail. The environments range from dry and dusty deserts to lush forests to frosty tundras, and the color palette matches the themes well.
Animations in Runic Rampage are smooth and fluid on my iPhone 8 Plus, so there's no issues with lag or choppiness. However, sometimes I feel the game moves a bit slowly, with the way your dwarf moves and attacks. But this may be due to the fact that I'm used to much faster-paced games like Diablo III, so I digress. The original soundtrack is just as medieval as you'd expect for an action adventure game involving dwarves and monsters, and the sound effects are fun to hear. The best part about Runic Rampage though, is the over-the-top comical violence. We're talking about fake cartoon blood splashing all over the place while you smash your foes in with a hammer.
While Runic Rampage is an action adventure game, everything is level-based and also procedurally generated. With Runic Rampage, players take on the role of Grimbard, who is the last champion of dwarfs. He must embark on a quest to find the missing rune stone fragments. Once the fragments are put together, you'll uncover the truth behind the kingdom's downfall and Grimbard has the power to change the destiny of his nation.
When you start the game, there's a tutorial stage that shows you all of the basics behind the game, including controls and how to find your objective. The goal in each stage varies, but it usually involves objectives such as defeating all enemies, getting to the treasure chest at the end, or defeat challenging bosses. The game also has a bit of exploration involved, with secret areas to find and discover on your own. Depending on your performance, up to three medals can be earned on each stage.
Controls in Runic Rampage are simple enough, but take some time and practice to get used to and master. In the bottom left is your virtual, fixed joystick for movement. This allows Grimbard to move freely on the screen. The compass at the bottom indicates where your objective is, so it's best that you follow it (unless you don't mind exploring every nook and cranny). The buttons in the bottom right allow you to dash and attack.
The magic behind Runic Rampage are in the combo of buttons to perform various types of attacks. For example, if you tap on the hammer and then the dash button, you'll do an uppercut. Tapping the hammer button twice and then the dash does a spin attack. You can also long-press the hammer to do a charged heavy attack that dishes out much more damage, but leaves you vulnerable for a brief amount of time.
Eventually, some enemies can drop certain runes that you can use to add elements to your attacks. For example, I found the fire element from the tall red goblins in the beginning of the game. To activate these spells, just tap on the button above the hammer, and then that elemental spell gets added to your melee weapon. These only last for a short amount of time, though, so you'll want to save them for worthwhile battles if possible.
In the top left corner will be your health bar. If this is fully depleted, then it's game over and you'll have to try the stage again. Below the red health bar is your orange experience bar, which tells you how much experience is needed to reach the next level. Each time you level up, you gain a skill point that can be spent to upgrade your attack (damage), defense, agility, or greed (money drops). Like typical RPGs, experience points are earned by defeating enemies, and money can be acquired from fallen foes and breakable objects in the environment.
The money you earn can be spent on various upgrades for Grimbard. These include new weapons, weapon upgrades to make them more potent, spell upgrades, and more. In typical fashion, the stronger the upgrade, the more expensive it will be. But earning money in the game is not too hard, just a tad grindy.
A hack 'n' slash RPG with over the top action combat.
The Good
Runic Rampage is packed with a lot of good stuff that should satisfy anyone seeking an action adventure dungeon crawling game. The visuals look good and have a lot of fine details and textures, while the soundtrack is original, fun, and fitting for the theme. The controls work out well enough, and the button combos can lead up to some awesome and powerful attacks. The different objectives and bosses add variety to the game, and with plenty of upgrades for Grimbard, there's a lot of reason to keep coming back to this game.
The Bad
My only issue with Runic Rampage is the fact that it feels like the movement and action can be a tad slower than I'd like, when compared with games like Diablo III. They may not be the same thing, but that's just what I'm used to with top-down dungeon crawlers. It would also be nice if the controls were customizable, in case players prefer certain spots for button touch zones. Also, the joystick is fixed, and it won't follow your thumb around, so you're stuck in that spot for movement. Hopefully these can be fixed in the future.
The verdict
Runic Rampage is an excellent little hack-n-slash dungeon crawler experience that's worth picking up if you're a fan. The graphics are a tad rougher than I would like, but it works out well enough. The music is fun, controls work decently enough, and the gameplay is challenging with a lot of upgrades to unlock. I just hope to see the addition of customizable controls in the future, as I think that would help out a lot of players.
You can find Runic Rampage on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $3.99. There are no in-app purchases.
8.3
OVERALL
Replayability 9
Game Controls 8
Sound/Music 8.5
Gameplay 8.5
Graphics 7.5
Runic Rampage
Crescent Moon Games
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Afterlight 2 Emphasizes Ease of Use Photo Editing
November 20, 2020 by RSS Feed
Afterlight 2 ($2.99) by Afterlight Collective is an all-in-one photo editing experience. If you enjoyed using the original Afterlight, but wished it could be improved, then Afterlight 2 is for you. It's similar to other apps, such as the original Enlight and Halide.
Ever since I got my original iPhone back in 2008, I grew a strong passion for mobile photography. Even though the cameras back then were crap compared to what we have now, I just loved having a camera in my pocket with me everywhere I go. When the iPhone 4 came out, the cameras started to show huge signs of improvement and they just continued to improve each and every year after that. Now we have the iPhone 8 and iPhone X, and our pocket cameras are almost comparable to DSLRs at this point. Throughout the years, I've tried pretty much every big photo editing app, and I hit a point where I needed a break for a while. But when I saw Afterlight 2 on the App Store, I had to grab it and give it a spin. It does not disappoint.
Afterlight 2
Afterlight Collective, Inc
Afterlight
Afterlight Collective, Inc
Enlight
Lightricks Ltd.
Enlight Photofox
Lightricks Ltd.
Halide - RAW Manual Camera
Chroma Noir LLC
Afterlight 2 features a simple and clean design that makes it incredibly intuitive to use. The app utilizes a dark theme so that all of the focus is placed on your photos during the editing process, and all of the tools you may need are laid out in an organized fashion. The icons for all of the various settings are iconic and recognizable at a glance, even though it's all labeled as well. For those on newer devices, Afterlight 2 provides haptic feedback once you finalize an edit, which is nice. If you are looking for a powerful photo editor without a complicated interface, then Afterlight 2 fits the bill.
When you launch Afterlight 2, the app displays your Camera Roll images by default, with the newest images at the bottom. You can scroll up to go through older photos, and tapping on one lets you see the image in full resolution. You can change it to an album at any time as well. At the bottom, it also tells you what number that photo is out of the total images in your Camera Roll, which can be rather useful. To edit the selected image, just tap on "Use."
Along the bottom is the toolbar with your five categories of editing tools: Crop & Rotate, Adjustments, Filters, Art, and Double Exposure.
Crop & Rotate has your basic cropping tools with various aspect ratios (including Golden). Afterlight 2 also tells you the dimensions of the photo if the crop is applied (Golden is 3872x2398 for example), which is helpful in case you need to know the pixel size. The sliders for precise adjustments, such as the Straighten tool, give you exact numbers and don't move too much once you release your finger from the screen, which can be an annoying issue with some photo editing apps.
In Adjustments, you'll find all of the necessities, such as Curve levels, Brightness, Contrast, Vignette, Saturation, and more. But there are some new things, like Selective Saturation, where you can increase or decrease the saturation levels of eight different colors. Doing this can create unique looks in your images, if that's what you're going for. There's also Gradients that can alter the tone of the image too, which I like. No matter what you're trying to go for, Afterlight 2's Adjustment tools will help you get the perfect look.
The Filters in Afterlight 2 are a bit different from the original app. While there are some default filters available, the magic is in the collection of filters that are submitted by other photographers. To check out what's available to download, just tap on the "Collection" tab and then hit "Browse." From here, you can check out what filter collections are available to download, and the best part is that they're all free. You can tap on a collection to preview the filters.
At the moment, there are only five filter packs available to users. However, the developers plan to update the content every month, and it will always be free to download. If your filter collection is a bit too unwieldy, you can remove filter packs.
When you find a filter you want to use, just tap on it to apply the effect to the photo. A slider at the bottom allows you to adjust the intensity of the filter, so you have full control over how your images come out.
If you want to add some artwork to your image, you have two options in Afterlight 2: Add Text or Artwork. Text is pretty straightforward — just type what you want to say, and then choose the alignment. Then you can change the opacity, color, adjustments, and font. The Artwork option includes adding quotes, stickers, and botanicals. These have the same options as text when it comes to colors and other fine tweaks.
The final tool that Afterlight 2 includes is the Double Exposure effect. This is when you blend two photos together, and you can adjust the opacity and blending options to create a more subtle effect if you want.
As you make multiple edits to an image, you may start to lose track of what you've done. At the top of the screen is a History button, where you can view all of the changes you've made since importing the photo. You can go back however much you want and make new edits.
When you're done, just tap on the "Done" button to apply finishing touches like frames. You can choose the image quality (small 800x495, medium 1600x991, or max 3872x2398 on my iPhone 8 Plus), and then tap where you want to save or send to. It's an easy and seamless process and again, gives you full control over how the final product comes out.
A powerful, full-featured photo editing experience
The Good
Afterlight 2 is a good follow-up to an already great photo editing app. In this version, the process feels more streamlined than its predecessor, and there's many more tools to use to create stunning images. I also like the fact that there will be free content added each month, because it helps keep the app fresh and gives you more reason to keep using it.
The Bad
I think Afterlight 2 is an excellent app, but I'm not sure if it's completely necessary for those who are satisfied with the original version. It also doesn't include everything that the original had, such as round borders and certain filters. If you're a fan of those, then perhaps sticking with the original Afterlight is enough. Hopefully the developers bring back some classic tools and frames from the original to satisfy those who miss them.
The verdict
As a mobile photographer, I'm appreciating all of the tools that Afterlight 2 offers. It has a nice, simple design that is easy and intuitive to use. The process of choosing your photo and then jumping into the editing process is seamless and edits render quickly. I just hope that the developers bring back some things that are missing from the original app, and I look forward to new filter packs in the future.
I recommend Afterlight 2 if you want a fast and powerful photo editor that anyone can use. You can find Afterlight 2 on the App Store for your iPhone for $2.99.
9.5
OVERALL
User Interface 10
Lasting appeal 9.5
iPhone Integration 9.5
Is engaging 9
Does it well 9.5
Afterlight — Photo Editor
Afterlight Collective, Inc
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Dabble in the Mysteries of the Arcane in Peregrin
November 20, 2020 by RSS Feed
Peregrin ($3.99) by Domino Digital Limited is a story puzzle game that mixes in elements of sci-fi, myths, and fantasy. If you enjoyed recent games like Deus Ex GO and Lara Croft GO, then you will like what Peregrin has to offer. It's another game that first made its debut on Steam, and is now available on iOS.
Life has been rather hectic for me as of late, so I like to turn to my trusty old remedy for relaxation: video games. Even though I get a kick out of total destruction sometimes (as with Runic Rampage), I vastly prefer relaxing with a good storyline and stimulating puzzles. When I saw Peregrin on the App Store, I was intrigued by the screenshots. Honestly, I had no idea about this game's existence before I saw it on the App Store, so I didn't play it on Steam when it came out in August. But now that it's on mobile, I can enjoy it on-the-go with my iPhone 8 Plus. This is one stellar puzzle adventure that doesn't disappoint.
Deus Ex GO
SQUARE ENIX Ltd
Lara Croft GO
SQUARE ENIX Ltd
Visually, Peregrin stuns with a gorgeous 3D rendered world that's full of nature and wonder. The game features a top-down perspective that makes it easy to see everything that's happening on the screen at once. There are over 60 different landscapes that players will find themselves in, and each one looks beautiful and is packed with an incredible amount of detail. While character models appear a tad smaller than I'd like, you can still easily recognize each model (of main protagonist Abi and the various creatures) from a distance. Peregrin features a wide range of colors, from bright and vibrant shades to muted, gloomier tones, depending on where you are in the story.
The music in Peregrin is originally composed to provide an atmospheric experience as you play. The track that plays in the background helps provide an overall dark and gloomy tone to the game, though the sound effects are rather whimsical. Peregrin also features a complete narrative that is voiced in English, and the dialogue is rich and immersive. It helps you get acquainted and attached to the characters that you'll come across in the story.
Peregrin is divided into five chapters, and each one plays like an episode and features various landscapes to explore. In Peregrin, players take control of the main protagonist, Abi, as she leaves her scavenger tribe to set out on a journey on her own in the wastelands of the divide. Along the way, she'll discover mysterious monoliths and weird artifacts that reveal the secrets of the fallen lands. It's an interesting, unique story and world, and Abi's arcane powers just add to the enigma of Peregrin.
Each chapter is made up of a collection of puzzles that lead right into one another. It's fairly linear, as you can't make progress without completing the current puzzle. You also can't go back and do a previous sector, unless you want to start the chapter over from the beginning. In each chapter, Abi navigates through a series of connected rooms, and there's always a puzzle to solve in it before she can advance.
Controls in Peregrin are simple and intuitive. To have Abi move, just tap on where you want her to go. If she's unable to go to that spot, you'll see a red indicator on the screen saying you can't go there. There's a large, monolithic stone that's somewhere on the stage, and Abi must reach it and activate it. Once it's activated, a light aura extends outward from the stone, filling in the gloom world with color and life.
When Abi is in this field of energy, she can use her arcane powers to take control of creatures, from animals to the divide's hostile guardians. To do this, just tap on the button in the top right corner and then tap a creature while Abi is in the aura. Each creature can do a different task, and their abilities are needed to solve the puzzles.
For example, the large troll is able to lift heavy objects like boulders and barrels. This provides Abi safe passageway, especially when the objects can block laser beams. If she takes control of a large frog-like critter, it can help lure other animals to certain spots or even activate switches from afar.
While the touch controls work well, if you have a MFi controller, you'll be glad to know that there's full support for them.
I mentioned hostile guardians. These guys are easily recognizable because of their shadowy, evil appearance and the dark, smokey mist that surrounds them. Once Abi enters their field, combat begins. Abi can approach a guardian and kill it, but if another guardian gets to her or hits her with a projectile attack, then she's dead.
There's a trick to combat in Peregrin. The moment Abi is in the dark mist, tap on the button to activate her arcane mind-controlling powers. Then select a guardian to take control of, and have it attack the others. But make your decision wisely — the combat sequences are puzzles themselves, as you need to find the correct sequence of actions to take them all out without getting hurt in the process.
Peregrin is a fantastic combination of challenging puzzles and strategic combat. The game also has achievements to obtain if you like to strive for perfection, and it's an overall joy to play.
A beautifully rendered adventure game with a mythical storyline.
The Good
For a game that only came out on Steam just a few months ago, I'm surprised at how fast it ended up on iOS. But I'm glad that it's available to play on-the-go, because the mobile version is excellent.
The visual style in Peregrin is gorgeous and it proves to be some fantastic eye candy. Seriously, the graphics are amazing and remind me of the GO games from Square Enix. I'm also a sucker for amazing game soundtracks, and Peregrin has that too. I'd recommend playing this game with headphones for a truly immersive and engaging experience, especially with the well done voice work.
The controls are simple and intuitive enough for anyone to play the game. Peregrin's puzzles are definitely ones that make you think, because the game starts off easy but things get tricky soon enough. The combat is distinctive and not as you'd expect at first, but the strategy involved makes you think before you move. The achievements help keep players motivated to keep coming back for more.
The Bad
While Peregrin is a great game, it's not perfect. I do wish that you could go back to previous stages without having to restart the chapter. And some of the puzzles get super difficult, so maybe having a hint system would be nice.
The verdict
While I may not have heard of Peregrin until recently, it's an excellent game that is worth your time. The game's graphics are top notch, and the music and sound is great. Plus, if you are one to appreciate great story and narrative, then the rich voice work is definitely worth listening to. Peregrin's puzzles and combat is a unique combination that proves challenging, and players will want to come back for more.
I recommend giving Peregrin a try if you're a fan of mythical fantasy and sci-fi themes with stimulating puzzles to solve. Peregrin is available on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $3.99.
8.9
OVERALL
Sound/Music 10
Game Controls 9
Gameplay 9
Replayability 8
Graphics 8.5
Peregrin
Domino Digital Limited
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Visit Surreal Dreamscapes in Ruya, a Charming Puzzle Game
November 20, 2020 by RSS Feed
Ruya ($0.99) by Miracle Tea Studios is a tranquil puzzle game that is perfect to unwind with after a long day. If you enjoyed recent titles like ERMO, Campfire Cooking, and PUSH, then you will love what Ruya has to offer.
I tend to think of myself as a person who gets worried and stressed out over almost anything, so you can only imagine how hectic life can be. When I'm feeling overwhelmed, I like to just sit down and play some video games. My preferred cup of tea for iOS games are puzzles, of course, because they're relaxing and stimulating. So when I saw Ruya, I knew that this was something I had to have. Needless to say, this one does not disappoint.
ERMO
Giuseppe La Torre
Campfire Cooking
Layton Hawkes
"PUSH"
Maciej Targoni
Visually, Ruya is beautiful with a simple and clean design. Everything is rendered in 2D, but the artwork seems to pop thanks to the subtle backgrounds. The setting of Ruya takes place in a world of dreams, so you get to see a variety of surreal landscapes. The color palette in Ruya ranges with a nice mix of soft pastels and bolder hues that provide nice contrast with the darker background shades. The ambient soundtrack is packed with tranquil nature sounds, such as rainfall, snow, and wind, so it's the ultimate atmospheric experience. The sound effects as you connect the pieces together are also soothing.
Like many other puzzle games, Ruya is level-based. There are eight chapters, with eight levels each. In the beginning of each level, you get to see a memory of Ruya's, so a story unfolds as you make progress.
Each puzzle must be completed before players can move on to the next one, so it's fairly linear. There are no hints either, but the game does not require any, as the entire experience is designed to help you relax.
The game does not have a star system, points, or even impose a time limit, so you can play at your own pace. The only restriction are the number of moves you're allotted per stage, but even this is not a big deal. The puzzles can get challenging, but they can all be solved within a few attempts.
So how do you play? Every stage features a different layout on the grid, and there will be some colored pieces to start with. If a piece is in a bubble, that means it takes two matches to clear it out, and the bubble nets you some extra moves, which can be rather helpful. At the bottom are colored characters to match with the game pieces on the board. A number on them indicates the amount of colored pieces you need to complete the puzzle.
At the top, Ruya appears and can add more colored pieces to the board if needed — just tap on an empty space for her to add a piece (this doesn't count as a move). There's also a specific pattern shown that you need to match when you connect like-colored pieces together for it to count. To connect the pieces together, just use your finger to trace a line through the pieces you want to use.
If the board fills up and there are no possible moves left, you lose a move and the board gets reshuffled. More moves are added if you pop the bubbles that pieces are in, and those don't count until they're popped, adding to the challenge.
Ruya is a fantastic gem of a puzzle game for those seeking a zen-like experience.
The Good
Ruya is a fantastic gem of a puzzle game for those seeking a zen-like experience. The game features adorable and endearing graphics that are colorful and appealing. The sound design is well done, adding an extra layer to the overall mood of the game. I love the dreamscapes that the game features, because it definitely helps me de-stress after a long day. While the gameplay is not completely original, the developers added enough differences in it to make it unique and distinctive from the competition.
The puzzles in Ruya go from simple to a bit more difficult at a gradual pace. However, every stage can be completed after a few tries, so it's never overwhelmingly difficult. This is a game that everyone can enjoy, and it's a wonderful way to just kick back and relax.
The Bad
While Ruya is an excellent game, it may not be challenging enough for those seeking something more stimulating. If that's what you're after, then you should probably look elsewhere. But if you just want a game to take your mind off of things for a bit, then this is perfect.
The verdict
I've only started playing Ruya this morning, but I fell in love immediately. The game's cute visuals are bound to melt your heart, and the music is delightful. Controls are intuitive, and the game does a good job of explaining how to play with the subtle tutorial in the beginning. Discovering Ruya's memories is a pleasant journey, and nothing feels overwhelming. The only thing that could improve this game is more levels in the future, so hopefully the developers have considered that. This is a game that I'm going to keep coming back to time and time again until it's finished.
I highly recommend grabbing Ruya if you're a fan of peaceful puzzle games. You can find Ruya on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $0.99. There are no in-app purchases.
9.1
OVERALL
Graphics 10
Sound/Music 10
Game Controls 9
Replayability 8
Gameplay 8.5
Ruya
Miracle Tea Studios
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Zach Gage's Flipflop Solitaire is a Fresh Take on a Classic
November 20, 2020 by RSS Feed
Flipflop Solitaire (Free) by Zach Gage is a new solitaire card game that breaks all the rules. You'll want to take all of your previous knowledge and experience with solitaire and throw it out the window. This is nothing like you've played before. If you enjoyed Gage's other games, including Spelltower, then you don't want to miss this new hit.
As a kid, I grew up with Solitaire on my computers. It was the quintessential computer game and one that everyone pretty much turns to when they need to kill some time back then. It's a definitive card game, but let's face it — the original gets boring after a while. That's why when Gage released Sage Solitaire a few years ago, I was eager to give it a try as it was a fresh new take on a classic. Sage Solitaire ended up being one of my favorite mobile games for a while, and it still holds up well. But when Gage releases a new game, I have to have it. And boy, this one is another surefire hit.
SpellTower
Zach Gage
Sage Solitaire
Zach Gage
Just like his other games, Flipflop Solitaire has a super minimal aesthetic to it, which I love. Everything is in 2D with a simple and clean design to it. The icons to represent each suite in the deck of cards is simplified yet iconic, and the colors are bold and vibrant. I also like the modernized typography with the rounded text, because it feels softer on the eyes. Animations are smooth and fluid on my iPhone 8 Plus. There's not much going on for music, but the sound effects are fun and whimsical. Gage has a style, and it clearly shows once again in Flipflop Solitaire.
With the initial download of Flipflop Solitaire, players get to play 1-4 suites for free. However, the 5 Suite and 1 Suite Extended modes are only available through the full game unlock, which is available for $2.99. It also includes backgrounds, different card backs, and color schemes. Honestly, the game is one of the best iterations of Solitaire yet, so I think it's well worth the money.
So what is Flipflop Solitaire? As Gage himself describes it, regular solitaire is about untying knots of unordered cards into clean, sequenced stacks. Flipflop Solitaire is like the reverse of that. In Flipflop, you take your knot of cards and tie it into other, maybe better knots. Eventually, you untie the knots you created into the final stack of rightly sequenced cards. The game gives players full, complete control over how the stacks are created, giving the game a lot more depth than you'd originally think.
Yeah, that sounds a bit confusing. But once you start playing the game, it begins to make much more sense. Even though you get 1-4 Suites for free, I highly recommend playing a few rounds of just one suite to get an idea of how the game plays.
At the top, you have four empty slots. This is where you stack up all of the cards in order, from lowest (Ace) to highest (King) value. Underneath these slots are your five card stacks. The top most card is face-up, while the rest of the stack is face down. You'll want to get these cards organized in their own stacks, and they can be stacked going down in value, up, or even both.
There are two extra cards that are tucked away at the bottom left area of the screen. These can be played at any time if needed. Adjacent to these cards is the Undo button, and a "?" button that shows you all possible moves you can make. In the bottom right corner is the deck that gets dealt when you need more cards, but once it's out of cards, it's out.
Unlike traditional Solitaire, where you must arrange stacks in proper order (put lower value card on top of another card), you can put a card of higher value or a different suite on top of another. For example, you can have "K, Q, J, Q, K" in a single stack, or even "2, 3, 4, 5, 4, 3, 4." You can break up stacks and move a cluster of cards together at once, but only if they are the same suite.
Controls in Flipflop Solitaire are simple and can work two ways. You can choose to drag a card or entire stack with your finger, but you have to make sure your finger is on top of the card that starts the sequence you want to move. The easier way is to just tap on cards or the top of stacks, which makes them auto-move to the spots that they can go to. The game also has haptic feedback if you use a device that supports it. I appreciate the haptics, because it feels like all of my moves are validated.
On top of the various game modes that you can play, Flipflop Solitaire has plenty of achievements to obtain. These give players a reason to keep coming back and playing the different difficulty levels. And like traditional Solitaire, if you can get all of the rightly ordered stacks at the top, then you get a fun animation for your efforts.
The maker of Sage Solitaire, SpellTower, TypeShift, Really Bad Chess, and more has a new form of solitaire for you.
The Good
Flipflop Solitaire is another great card game from Gage. The minimalistic design is appealing to the eyes, and the subtle sound effects are delightful. The gameplay mechanic is interesting and takes your previous experience of Solitaire and replaces it with a new, modern take. The free download gives you plenty of game modes to keep you busy, and there are a lot of achievements and other things to unlock. And if you need more flip flopping, then the full game unlock is fairly reasonable and well worth the cost.
The Bad
Honestly, I can't think of anything negative to say about Flipflop Solitaire. Perhaps just the fact that it requires you to forget everything you already know about a timeless game, takes those rules, and spins it all around. It does take a bit of getting used to, but once you get the basics, it's fun and addictive.
The verdict
I've only played a handful of rounds since downloading Flipflop Solitaire, but I can tell I'm in love with it already. The design is modern and colorful, with plenty of options for customization if you want to spice things up. The controls are intuitive and prove that this is a great iteration of mobile solitaire, and the gameplay is fun. Once you start, it's hard to stop playing. Flipflop Solitaire is one of those perfect mobile games to play when you have some downtime.
I highly recommend grabbing Flipflop Solitaire. You can find Flipflop Solitaire on the App Store as a universal download on your iPhone and iPad for free. A $2.99 in-app purchase unlocks the full game, and is well worth it.
9.6
OVERALL
Replayability 10
Graphics 10
Gameplay 10
Game Controls 9.5
Sound/Music 8.5
Flipflop Solitaire
Zach Gage
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