Select a tracking price on the app details page.
Click on Tracked Apps to view your currently tracked apps.
When a tracked app reaches its target price you will be notified by email (set in your account) and a message will also be shown at the top right with the number of alerts.
PROS
- True retro-gaming in a modern guise.
- Ultra-fast platforming with puzzle elements.
- Excellent variety of regular, challenge and bonus levels.
CONS
- No social integration.
- No native iTunes support.
VERDICT
Platform fans looking to put their speedy reactions to the test will find Qwak to be an excellent challenge, while casual gamers will love the fun, bright and simple gameplay that's straight from the hey-day of platforming.
Video Review
Full Review
As an Amiga owner, I felt terribly ashamed to admit to developer Jamie Woodhouse that I'd never had a chance to play his game Qwak when it was released in 1993. However, as a title that was released by Team 17 in a budget bundle it was never given the chance it truly deserved. Thankfully, Qwak is now out on the App Store and after over 20 years this title has finally found a place it can shine.
Unlike most puzzle platformers, Qwak features fast paced gameplay that rewards quick thinking and quicker reactions to unlock as many bonuses as possible. Each of the game's 70 levels or 'scenes' features a series of locked gates, switches and other hazards to block your progress. Keys need to be collected to exit the level, but if you think quickly you can make your way around the level, eliminating enemies and gaining access to large rewards to boost your score. However, don't hang around for too long otherwise you'll cop a spiked ball to the head.
The art style is gorgeous, with the original pixel-art sprites being given a modern smooth look while retaining their retro appeal. The musical tracks have undergone a similar modern retooling. The lack of integrated social features for achievements or online high scores feels like a missed opportunity, but you'll be too busy dealing with randomly selected levels and various 'challenge' scenes to be too concerned.
Qwak is a boon for old-school and modern platform lovers alike and is perfect for putting your skills to the ultimate test.
App Store Info
A classic Amiga platform game, highly prized for it’s fast-paced, addictive game-play. Now re-envisioned for your iPhone or iPod touch, by the games’ original author. Are you ready for insanely addictive game-play, that will push your NINJA SKILLS to the limit?...
IN THE PRESS:
Touch Arcade called it ‘HIGHLY POLISHED ... a game platformer fans won’t want to miss’.
PLEASE FEEDBACK:
Send me Email! I made Qwak for you, and I'd love to hear from you, whether you like it, love it, hate it or have any questions or suggestions for me - send me an Email and I'll reply as quickly as I can. Look forward to hearing from you soon.
Email me: info@qwak.co.uk
Twitter: mrqwak
FEATURES:
Glassy, silky-smooth, 60 fps action.
Beautiful graphics you can almost eat!
Secret bonuses.
10 in-game tunes.
70 levels, split across 6 different worlds.
Updates
- Fixed save game issue on iOS4+
Languages
- English
Requirements
- Compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.
Requires iOS 3.1.2 or later
Screenshots
Comments (0)