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Released: 17 Nov, 2010

Reviewer: Andrew Nesvadba

Version: 2.0.1 Size: 26.9 MB

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They Need To Be Fed

$0.99

Action Games2.0.1YoYo Games Ltd

PROS

Smooth gravity based platforming.
Unlockable secret levels.
Interesting and challenging achievements.

CONS

Easy to finish in a relatively short sitting.

VERDICT

They Need To Be Fed takes something as simple as attempting to jump between platforms and transforms it in to a fun mechanic all by itself; a charming title to play.

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By and large, one of the biggest challenges in most platformers is mastering the game's jumping mechanics to navigate an increasingly complex environment. Whether you're timing your jump to land just before making a kill or attempting to reach that elusive power-up, it's a struggle we've all shared. They Need To Be Fed by YoYo Games simplifies things by preventing players from being able to 'fall', but in its place is a gravity system that's just as likely to challenge your timing and dexterity.

There's no shooting or bad-guys per-se, but environmental hazards such as homing missiles, spikes, lasers and deadly orbs form an array of obstacles that need to be avoided if you're going to feed your cute little creature to the monster at the end. The game's touch controls are easy enough to master, however flinging yourself between platforms results in the gravity shifting around your player and trickier levels will require you to learn how to manipulate your flight path to reach a safe landing point.

The clean silhouetted visuals are stark and simple in contrast to the bold colored backgrounds that are matched with a jazzy background tune that will be stuck in your head all day long. Each level features a number of gems that can be collected to unlock new chapters, but once you have 99 gems you'll unlock the 'x' levels - a series of short levels with alternate puzzles that could easily have had chapters of their own.

Outside of spending your time attempting to complete all the achievements, They Need To Be Fed won't take players too long to finish, but for a game this fun it's a complaint hardly worth mentioning as what you do get is almost as good as it can get.

App Store Info

Run and jump through 7 crazy worlds to feed the monsters. It doesn't matter which way you go: You can't fall off because of the 360° gravity. Jump from rotating planes to moving ones, avoid dangers and collect diamonds.Each world has 7 exciting levels and a special "x" one to unlock. Do you have what it takes to perfect every level?Features:* 7 worlds to explore* 360° gravity gameplay* Over 50 levels to play* Physics-based platforming* 25 challenging achievements* Slick visuals* Fantastic soundtrack by Jake AlmondThe monsters are waiting for you! Yummy...