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What Harry Potter: Wizards Unite can learn from The Order of the Phoenix game

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
What Harry Potter: Wizards Unite can learn from The Order of the Phoenix game

The big news in mobile gaming last week revolved around everyone's favourite boy wizard. That's because Harry Potter: Wizards Unite was announced. It's an AR game built by Niantic. So that's the creators of Pokemon GO taking on one of the most beloved popular cultural phenomena of our time. Now, while other websites might be writing articles speculating about what the game might look like, and taking guesses at when the game is actually going to come out, I thought I'd do something a little different. After all this is App Spy, and we love to do things a little different around here. So I'm going to take a look at the Harry Potter game that Wizards Unite should copy. It is, in my humble op…

The 5 best games for iPhone and iPad this week - November 10th

News By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
The 5 best games for iPhone and iPad this week - November 10th

Oh thank whoever you like to thank for things, it's the end of the week. We can all curl up for two days and not have to face the horrors of being a grown up or having to put trousers on. What a delight. What a fine gift from our capitalist overlords. But before we slink away to the safety and comfort of our respective blanket forts, there's time for one more chunk of content. And as it's Friday that means that it's time to round up the best games that have landed on the App Store this week. As usual you can click on the emboldened names of the games below to download them. And if there's anything you think I've missed, feel free to stick your own suggestions in the comments all the way do…

Everything you need to know about South Park: Phone Destroyer for iPhone and iPad

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
Everything you need to know about South Park: Phone Destroyer for iPhone and iPad

Well, Thursday has rolled around, and the big release this week is South Park: Phone Destroyer. It's not your typical free to play tie-in game though, it's actually a pretty impressive card scrapper with some nice ideas. Which made me think that I should probably do something telling you everything you need to know about the game. After all, that's definitely the sort of thing that someone might Google, getting me them sweet, sweet SEO hits and what not. You can click on the emboldened name of the game below to download it. And if you've got any questions you want answered, feel free to chuck them in the comments section at the bottom of the article and we'll do our best to answer it with…

The best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right now - November 8th

News By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
The best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right now - November 8th

Look out of your window. You see that grey fuzz? That's Wednesday that is. It's come to get you, to claim you for its own. You're going to be dragged kicking and screaming to the Wednesday cave whether you like it or not. That said, there is one way to stop the inevitable from happening. You could buy yourself a cheap iOS game. And it just so happens that I've provided you with a list of the five best iOS games that are on sale at the moment. What a coincidence. As usual you can click on the emboldened names of the games below to download them from the App Store. And if you've got your own suggestions of games that might keep Wednesday at bay, feel free to stick them in the comments sectio…

Which is better, the Xbox One X, or the iPhone X? You might be shocked by the answer

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
Which is better, the Xbox One X, or the iPhone X? You might be shocked by the answer

You know what, I'm not even going to try and beat around the bush with this one, because let's be honest, that's not what you expect from me. It's time to have the show down to end all show downs, it's time to decide which is the best piece of new kit that came out recently that's got an X in its name. On the one side you've got the iPhone X, the tenth anniversary edition of Apple's world destroying mobile phone. On the other side you've got the Xbox One X, which as far as I can tell is a large, expensive doorstop. Sure, the new Microsoft console might have more X's in its name, but does that really matter? Well that's what we're going to find out, in a little piece of content I like to ca…

The best hints, tip, and tricks for Sonic Forces: Speed Battle

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
The best hints, tip, and tricks for Sonic Forces: Speed Battle

Well, a new Sonic game has come out on the App Store, and it's not a total heap of garbage. In fact, it's actually a really interesting take on the auto-runner. There's a big multiplayer twist here, and it makes for some pretty darn thrilling races. But there are some hints and tricks that are going to make sure you're always coming out top of the leaderboard. And because we like you here at AppSpy, we thought we'd round them up in one handy guide. And if you've got your own tips to throw into the mix, feel free to do it in the comments section down at the bottom of the article. Go on, you know you want to. The basics In simple terms, Sonic Forces is all about getting across the finish l…

Create your ideal fantasy hero in Questland

Preferred By AppSpy Staff, 6 years, 4 months ago
Create your ideal fantasy hero in Questland

If you love fantasy RPGs and somehow missed out on Questland, we’re here to remind you that Gamesture’s first-person RPG is here, waiting for you. The game has all of the trappings of the perfect RPG fix—a wealth of impressive collectible armor and weapons, epic quests, and, of course, some quality crafting. Now’s the perfect time to jump into Questland if you haven’t tried it already. Questland puts the spotlight on character customization, allowing you to determine everything from your character’s hairstyle to facial features. The game’s eye-catching hand-drawn art style really stands out, especially once you start collecting powerful gear that…

The 5 best games for iPhone and iPad this week - November 3rd

News By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
The 5 best games for iPhone and iPad this week - November 3rd

It's Friday, and when it's Friday we like to round up the best games that have come out on the App Store this week. So guess what? That's exactly what we're going to do. No messing about here today. If you want to download any of our selection, you can click on the emboldened names of the games below. And if you think we've missed anything out, feel free to let us know in the comments section at the bottom of the article. Final Fantasy Dimensions 2 A neat FF game that sits somewhere between Squeenix's mobile output and a fully fledged title. It's a lot of fun, and it cuts back on a lot of the wandering around that some people find off putting about the series. It's full of retro charm, in…

The Thursday Find, our weekly iPhone and iPad recommendation - The Muscle Hustle

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
The Thursday Find, our weekly iPhone and iPad recommendation - The Muscle Hustle

Okay it's Thursday. Normally I'd kick things off with some epic preamble about literally nothing, but I don't want to do that today. Instead I'm just going to hit that content hard. And that content is the Thursday Find. Click the emboldened name of the game below and you'll be able to download it from the App Store. Disagree? Add a comment in the comments section. Sweet. We are good to go. The Muscle Hustle What would happen if you crossed wrestling with marbles? Well a lot of people would say you were crazy. They'd say you'd gone too far. Others would call you a maverick, a visionary, the sort of person who could lead us into a golden age of mash ups between pretend sports and childhood…

Indygo lets you explore one man’s experience of depression

News By AppSpy Staff, 6 years, 4 months ago
Indygo lets you explore one man’s experience of depression

Renowned painter Thomas Perry is a man teetering over the brink of despair. Having eschewed the outside world, he now lives entirely within the cramped confines of his workshop. His only interaction is through letters exchanged with his girlfriend Anna and his psychiatrist. Months pass in misery. That’s the cheery concept behind indie publisher Fat Dog Games new point-and-click release, Indygo. The doom and gloom is intentional, though, as this was designed by a small team of Polish artists to provide an insight into depression. You take control of Thomas, solving puzzles using the various objects scattered across his studio. Over the course of the game, you uncover more about his h…

The best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right now - November 1st

News By Harry Slater, 6 years, 4 months ago
The best games on sale for iPhone and iPad right now - November 1st

Somehow, for reasons unbeknownst even to me, it's Wednesday again. It's at times like these it's best not to think too deeply into the passage of time. Just accept the inevitable and move forward. After all, that's what time is going to do anyway. With it being Wednesday, it's time for us here at AppSpy to round up the five best games that are currently on sale on the App Store. And I'll tell you what, there are some gems out there this week that you should definitely be picking up if you haven't already. As usual you can click on the emboldened names of the games below to download them from the App Store. And if you've seen anything you think should be included in this round up of the fin…

Is Dreamworks Universe of Legends suitable for younger mobile gamers?

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 5 months ago
Is Dreamworks Universe of Legends suitable for younger mobile gamers?

Have you ever wondered what a team-up between Po from Kung-fu Panda, a dragon from How to Train Your Dragon, and another character from a third Dreamworks property might look like? No? Me neither, but some people probably have, and they're who I'm writing this content for. That's because Dreamworks: Universe of Legends came out last week. It's a free to play casual RPG featuring heroes from a whole bunch of Dreamworks animation properties. And it's quite a lot of fun, if you're into that sort of thing. But there are a few nooks and crannies that people who are unfamiliar with the genre might have trouble with, especially if they're younger players. And since that's pretty much who the game…

The best hints, tips, and tricks for Squashy Bug for iPhone and iPad

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 5 months ago
The best hints, tips, and tricks for Squashy Bug for iPhone and iPad

Squashy Bug, as you might be able to tell from the title, is a game about a Squashy Bug. You're not trying to squash the squashy bug though, you're trying to stop it from getting squashed. All the while attempting to increase your high score. It's a pretty simple thing, but there are a few tips and tricks that we've collated during our time with the game that are sure to push you even higher up the leaderboards. And since we're all good eggs here at AppSpy, we figured it'd be a very good idea to share them with you. If you've got your own hints that you'd like to share then feel free to hurl them into the comments section at the end of the article. And if you don't, well that's fine too. Y…

The best hints, tips, and tricks for Squashy Bug for iPhone and iPad

Feature By Harry Slater, 6 years, 5 months ago
The best hints, tips, and tricks for Squashy Bug for iPhone and iPad

Squashy Bug, as you might be able to tell from the title, is a game about a Squashy Bug. You're not trying to squash the squashy bug though, you're trying to stop it from getting squashed. All the while attempting to increase your high score. It's a pretty simple thing, but there are a few tips and tricks that we've collated during our time with the game that are sure to push you even higher up the leaderboards. And since we're all good eggs here at AppSpy, we figured it'd be a very good idea to share them with you. If you've got your own hints that you'd like to share then feel free to hurl them into the comments section at the end of the article. And if you don't, well that's fine too. Y…

Latest MU Origin update empowers pets with evolutionary skills

Preferred By AppSpy Staff, 6 years, 5 months ago
Latest MU Origin update empowers pets with evolutionary skills

As the autumnal conkers are dropping from the trees, publisher Webzen is dropping yet another update to its groundbreaking MMORPG MU Origin. This time, there’s a battle royale, temple blessings and pet perks to play with. First to mention is the addition of a pet skill system. This is available if you’ve completed the Faith War quest, and applicable to all pets level thirty and above. You can unlock and upgrade skill slots, with a maximum of four for a fully levelled pet. The skills themselves are useful defensive, passive and offensive effects that come in three grades – Magic, Rare and Epic. They can also be upgraded using Elemental Stones, so you can now supe up your…