So Apple is calling the iPhone 5 “The biggest thing to happen to iPhone since iPhone.” Like, hate, or ignore Apple’s iOS devices, they have had a tremendous impact on mobile phones, and I feel their impact on mobile gaming has yet to be truly felt.
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Republique – From iOS to Mac and PC
Reqpublique, a horror/action/survival game that was originally intended to be a AAA iOS title, is going to have Mac and PC ports, and all three platforms will have their strengths played to – it won’t be just a iOS port where your finger is swapped for a mouse or a trackpad. Of course, the Kickstarter goals have to be met first.
Gameloft Reveals N.O.V.A. 3
Gameloft has given us a brief look at their upcoming sci-fi First Person Shooter (FPS) N.O.V.A 3 via a YouTube video and an in-character news story. Now while a Mac port was not specifically mentioned, The fact that N.O.V.A. 2 is in the Mac App Store gives me hope.
Botanicula Now on App Store, Humble Bundle, GOG
Botanicula was officially made available by Amanita Design today, through Humble Bundle, GOG.com, and through the – Mac App Store. Amanita Design is behind Machinarium, a critically acclaimed point-and-click adventure game also available for Macs, and bundled with the Humble Bundle. Botanicula is a point-and-click adventure and puzzle game set in a very lush and beautiful environment.
Angry Birds Space – Mac Review
Rovio has launched its latest strategy/puzzle game in the popular Angry Birds franchise across multiple platforms today. Angry Birds Space is out on iOS (iPhones, iPads, iPod touches) and it’s also available on ..drumroll please.. Mac OS X, for $4.99 (US) right now on Apple’s Mac App Store.