May 25, 2013

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Pocket Players Podcast #20: Physical vs. Digital

TPP Logo 3Tonight we debate over which is the superior form of portable game distribution, now and in the future.

Also, we have your news for the Vita, 3DS, and mobile games.

Fortnight Question
What game storyline has moved you the most?

We’re still accepting nominees for
The Ultimate Handheld Hero!

May 24, 2013

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Pixel Kingdom Review: Free to Play Friday

Pixel Kingdom TitleGuest post by Portable Platypus

Smartphones are rife with many a simple game, but simplicity should not be mistaken for a lack of depth. Often developers make the mistake of trying to incorporate too many complex ideas into their games which can end up doing more harm than good. On the flipside, there are plenty of games that do too little and wouldn’t hold the attention of a toddler.

Games are fun when they focus on a few core elements and perfect them. Pixel Kingdom (for iOS and Android) isn’t muddled down with unnecessary, incongruent mechanics and features fun and simple – but not shallow – gameplay. Continue reading…

May 23, 2013

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The Pokke Village Hunters #3: A Farewell to Tri

In this episode, we take a tour of the Monster Hunter Tri / Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate locations and lament the closing of the Tri Wii servers.

May 22, 2013

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Rymdkapsel Review – 2013: A Space Strategy

Rymdkapsel 5I would call Rymdkapsel minimalist, but that would belay the level of depth it actually offers. This is just one of those titles I was drawn to at first glance. The minimalistic but colorful graphics, the Tetris-style room placement, the strategy; it all came together to make for a uniquely addictive experience for PlayStation Mobile and PS Vita (and coming to iOS and Android in July).

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