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Best of iOS News: From Blobster to Pocket RPG

Gamasutra rounds up the latest news in the world of App Store gaming, featuring standout releases like Blobster, Pocket RPG, 9mm, and Sissy's Magical Ponycorn Adventure on the iPad.

Danny Cowan, Blogger

July 19, 2011

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[Gamasutra rounds up the latest news in the world of App Store gaming, featuring standout releases like Blobster, Pocket RPG, 9mm, and Sissy's Magical Ponycorn Adventure.] - Crescent Moon Games Launches Pocket RPG for iPad Rimelands and Gears developer Crescent Moon Games adds a Diablo-like dungeon crawler to its App Store catalog, boasting multiple character classes and unlockable skills. - Space Invaders Infinity Gene Creator Unveils New Game "Reisuke Ishida, the man behind Taito's acclaimed Space Invaders Infinity Gene revival for iOS/PSN/XBLA, is working on a new title called Groove Coaster, which the Japanese developer promises will be 'an exhilirating next-gen groove game'." - Chillingo's Latest: Physics Puzzler Blobster Prolific App Store publisher Chillingo's latest offering is Blobster, a well-received and fast-selling physics puzzler from developer Divine Robot. - Classic RTS 'Z' Gets iOS Port The Bitmap Brothers' comedic real-time strategy title Z arrives on iOS, complete with all content featured in the original 1996 PC version. - Smartphone Physical Controller iControlPad Now Shipping "After numerous teases, delays, and no-shows from multiple accessory manufacturers, smartphone owners finally have a gamepad accessory in the iControlPad, which is now shipping to preorder customers." - Gameloft's 9mm Now in App Store Taking its cues from Max Payne and the Grand Theft Auto series, Gameloft's 9mm boasts a series of slow-motion shootouts and brawling sequences. - Five-Year-Old's Debut Game Sissy's Magical Ponycorn Adventure Arrives on iPad "The iPad version of Ponycorn Adventure is a faithful adaptation of the original Flash game, featuring HD crayon drawings, full voice acting, and five collectable Ponycorns."

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Danny Cowan

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Danny Cowan is a freelance writer, editor, and columnist for Gamasutra and its subsites. Previously, he has written reviews and feature articles for gaming publications including 1UP.com, GamePro, and Hardcore Gamer Magazine.

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