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Best of iOS news: From RayStorm to Magic 2013

Gamasutra rounds up the latest news in the world of App Store gaming, featuring standout iOS releases like RayStorm, Asphalt 7: Heat, The Act, Magic 2013, and more.

Danny Cowan, Blogger

June 26, 2012

1 Min Read
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[Gamasutra rounds up the latest news in the world of App Store gaming, featuring standout releases like RayStorm, Asphalt 7, The Act, and Magic 2013.] - Taito's Arcade Shooter RayStorm Arrives In App Store Originally released in arcades in 1996 (followed by the launch of a popular PlayStation port) Taito's RayStorm hits iOS with redesigned controls and revised difficulty settings. - Dragon's Lair-Inspired Adventure Title The Act Now On iOS "The Act [is] an exciting new interactive comedy that makes gaming feel like playing a classically-animated movie. Take control of Edgar, a humble window washer, and help him on his quest to save his job, rescue his brother, and woo the woman of his dreams!" - Kickstarter Projects - Alpha Colony: A Tribute to M.U.L.E. (DreamQuest Games) "M.U.L.E. Returns is an Android and iOS app that offers the exact same gameplay as the original M.U.L.E. -- it even goes so far as to offer a series of 8-bit skins as downloadable content." - Asphalt 7: Heat Out Now From Gameloft The latest entry in Gameloft's long-running mobile racer series boasts six gameplay modes and graphics optimized for Retina displays. - Wizards Of The Coast Launches Magic 2013 Wizards of the Coast's newly updated card game Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers boasts a lengthy campaign and hundreds of unlockable cards. - Trailer: Gasketball (Mikengreg) "Gasketball is a puzzler in which players must bank a basketball off of level geometry in order to make trick shots. It's quite stylish, and the unlimited-ball 'Let It Ride' mode also looks like a fun little diversion."

About the Author

Danny Cowan

Blogger

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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