+ Universal App $0.99 Our Review By Dan Lee on February 10th, 2012 Rating: :: APOCALYPTIC Battle and race futuristic craft in an alternate world Developer: Price: $0.99 Version Reviewed: 1.1.1 Device Reviewed On: iPad Graphics / Sound Rating: Game Controls Rating: Gameplay Rating: Replay Value Rating: Overall Rating: Protoxide: Death Race is a hovercraft racer in the vein of WipEout or Nintendo’s F-Zero franchise. The game features an impressive 3D engine but this comes at a cost, as the game rarely thrills in terms of speed, and the enemy AI isn’t particularly potent. Protoxide: Death Race is set in an alternate world “after 2012,” where abandoned cities are controlled by violent gangs and the only way issues are settled is via high-speed racing with no rules. It’s here where the game’s single-player campaign mode starts, as the player takes control of a new racer who wants to climb the ranks. Read More

I’m sure the top story this week is 9mm from Gameloft, but I’m going to mention Pocket RPG, the latest offering from Crescent Moon Games.  This stylish RPG should be a treat for anyone that likes dual stick games or rougelike offerings.  I just wish they would have released the iPhone version first.  Racing seemed to be a prevalent theme this week.  If you enjoy futuristic jaunts you should check out Protoxide: Death Race from HeroCraft.  On the other hand, if you just want to cause havoc in the current era, Reckless Getaway might be more your style.  Finally, those that are more interested in proving their skills than causing any damage at all should consider Xtreme Wheels, a trial bike game that offers some really intense graphics given the game’s style of game play. – HeroCraft is probably most well known for some creative and fun puzzle games, but now Read More