Fifteen new releases in this round up of Xbox Indie Games. As the number of releases is still quite high (15 in 3 days) we are slightly changing the format of these round ups as they take a few hours to write every couple of days. So instead of covering each game in detail we will now cover the better games in more detail and the not so good games in less detail.
Must Try Releases
Doppelganger is a 2d side scrolling shooter similar to the classic arcade game Defender. The twist is you now control two space craft on two worlds which you can change between at any time to shoot the alien craft before they capture the humans. Presentation, graphics and music are all done very well and the two craft/world idea brings something new to the table to make it stand out. Doppelganger costs 80 :MSPoints: and is worth checking out. More information can be found here and a trailer on page 2.
Gerbil Physics 2 is the squeakquel (sorry couldn’t resist) to the very good physics game Gerbil Physics which we reviewed here. The gameplay is essentially the same, get the blocks of Gerbils below the yellow line by blowing up, pulling and disintegrating them. Part 2 sees various improvements on the original including new locations to visit and some new ways to cause destruction. Fans of the original or newcomers should definitely check this one out. Gerbil Physics 2 costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here, a trailer can be found on page 2.
Paipa is a puzzle game set in Victorian times. You are onboard a ship and must keep the water pressure under control by connecting pipes on the left of the screen to pipes on the right. You do this by rotating pieces of the pipe to make a connection which reduces the pressure. Graphics and presentation are good and the sound effects work well with the game. A nice puzzle game and well worth checking out! Paipa costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here, a trailer can be found on page 2.
Consider Trying
3 in 1 – game compilation is a collection of three mini games; Dodge, Hit and Repeat. The games are very simple to play, dodge for example requires you to avoid a number of balls for as long as possible. Graphics are minimal but are presented well. 3 in 1 – game compilation costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here.
Avatar QuizCall – Africa 2010 is the latest variant in the QuizCall series which has questions based on the 2010 World Cup. If you are a footy fan you will find some good trivia to answer. Support for up to four players is supported and is ideal for a quick bash during half time in the matches. Avatar QuizCall – Africa 2010 costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here.
GET TO THA CHOPPA!!1 is a simple yet funny game. Zombies are up to their old tricks again and you must escape to a chopper before they catch you. Along your journey you must shoot zombies, dodge missiles and jump mines in order to progress. Graphics are done well and the music is decent. If you are a fan of this genre it is worth checking out. GET TO THA CHOPPA!!1 costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here and a trailer on page 2.
Meltdown Moon is a puzzle game that plays like a match three style game but instead of boring crosshairs etc you match them by controlling a character on a JETPACK! Jetpacks are teh win and the twist makes a nice change. The game is fun to play and graphics and presentation are done well. Meltdown Moon costs 80 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here.
Modern Pirate Hunter: Ep 1 is an arcade style shooter set on the open seas. You must destroy waves of enemy ships with upgradeable weapons. There was a game on Playstation Home earlier this year which is very similar but this game plays much better. Modern Pirate Hunter: Ep 1 costs 240 :MSPoints: and more information can be found here.
MoonShine is a trading based strategy game set in the 1920s era prohibition. You can buy and sell various alcohol and hire larger warehouses to stash it all in. Presentation is a little basic but it works fine, music is done well with appropriate music for the era. MoonShine does cost 240 :MSPoints: though which is a little expensive. More information can be found here.
Try If You Must
Amazing 8bit Ball is a very basic 8 Ball style application. Waste of time.
Bit Crunch is retro style game where you must locate the key and return it.
Coastal Defence is an awful awful game, just avoid.
Lone Gunner is a twin stick shooter that I found disorientating.
Quarry is an up to two player ‘who can collect the most’ style game.
The MANLY Game for MANLY Men is another Old Spice Challenge entry.
Updated Titles
Titles that have received a software update or price change are Retrofit – Overload and Bingo Party.
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