The era of the Great Depression wasn’t a happy time in America’s history, so it’s a somewhat courageous setting for a time management game given that the genre’s tendency towards colorful and lighthearted stories. Garage Inc, a new release by developer TransGaming, puts the player into the shoes of Angelo Martin, an average joe who decides to open an auto shop during these tough times. Unfortunately, while the game’s presentation is top-notch, the gameplay lacks enough real challenge to keep the player interested.
Oh, Video Game Hero. One of these days you might try not approaching that old dilapidated building that inevitably turns out to be haunted. Of course, you don't have much of a choice in Codeminion's Phantasmat. Don't let the well-worn plot device fool you, though. In a genre where so many games are rushed to market, Phantasmat is a breath of fresh air. The developer's respect for the hidden object audience, coupled with a clear understanding of what this audience likes and doesn't like, makes buying this game a no-brainer.
Let’s face it, most can only dream of making it to a professional soccer team. Soccer iCon looks to enhance that experience allowing players to take on a role as a wannabe professional player in this simulator for the iPhone and iPad.
Puzzle games are a dime a dozen on the iPhone but how many out there are fruit themed? Not many? I thought so. The upcoming iPhone and iPad title Fruit Frenzy has fruit everywhere, and it’s become so chaotic that players will need to organize it before it fills the screen entirely.
After years of success on other platforms, Majesco has finally decided to give Facebook gamers a little taste of Cooking Mama. Thankfully, not a single slice of quality feels lost in the social conversion.
Welcome to the Virtual Villagers 5: New Believers walkthrough on Gamezebo. Virtual Villagers 5 is a simulation game played on PC and Mac created by Last Day of Work. This walkthrough includes tips and tricks, helpful hints, and a strategy guide to how to complete Virtual Villagers 5.
Rappin’ Granny, as you might expect, is about a granny. One who raps. And also wraps. Better put, it’s about a hip-hop granny with a boat load of gifts that need to be delivered to her many, many grandchildren. It’s sort of a music/puzzle hybrid, with a silly premise and sillier presentation. But it also feels more like a basic concept than a full-fledged game and won’t hold your attention for very long.
having spent a few days with the game, it seems safe to say that developer Lakoo might have wanted to take another month or two to work on this English port. It's certainly a decent game, but the various limitations that consistently crop up prevent it from having much real appeal.
