The Sky Is Falling: Reverse one-button ‘bomber’ game. Oddly compelling but also overly difficult. Univ. 3/5 $0.99 http://t.co/FgOOKkzi
Tidy: Attempt to simplify/pretty up Facebook. Sluggishness, bugs & UX issues trip it up. A pity. 2/5 Free http://t.co/j6zAkFxO
Note that if you’ve an iCade, Retro Racing’s a solid 4/5—one of the best games when used along with that controller.
Retro Racing: Playable if slightly cramp-inducing overhead racer. Nice split-screen on iPad. Univ. 3/5 $1.99 http://t.co/V0ECsc3e
Silk (iPad): Visual toy. Ethereal audio and glowing visuals, but it gets old pretty quickly. 2/5 $1.99 http://t.co/IXmsx03g
Lunar Racer: Reminiscent of Tiny Wings smashed into Mario Kart. Fun, once you master the controls. Univ. 4/5 Free http://t.co/o7pGDBB7
Kings’ Corners: Tough but surprisingly compelling solitaire. Three difficulty levels and nice visuals. Univ. 3/5 Free http://t.co/svf4NjQE
DM1: Excellent drum machine for iPhone with varied kits and plenty of options. ACP issues, otherwise fab. 4/5 $0.99 http://t.co/rAfIuUHm
Tongue Tied!: Sweet, playable but frequently maddening runner game, where you control two linked dogs. Univ. 4/5 $1.99 http://t.co/XentKiiy
Ms. Particle-Man: Old-school retro-themed swipey arcade game. Amusing at times but can be frustrating. Univ. 3/5 $1.99 http://t.co/lSjPT3QR