Triphids iPhone Game Review

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Posted on 04. Feb, 2009 by iPhone App Reviewer in $1, 8 Star Ratings, iPhone Game App Reviews

Triphids: Dodging. Shooting. Arcade skills
Yes, another retro style arcade game. In Triphids you control a ship that goes around 360 degrees dodging and shooting at enemy spaceships and bosses. This app did surprise me as usually I am not a fan of this game style. Bring it into the modern gaming era and Triphids would be a hit. Triphids is a nicely done arcade shooter with two gameplay modes and multiple levels of difficulty.

The story mode is quite long and will leave you entertained for hours, although it can get really difficult. In my personal opinion story mode is better than perpetual mode and brings more value with the boss battles and flying through the solar system.

Graphics are decent but could be better, they’re still in the retro arcade style graphic with little 2D pixelated objects. Which is ok is you’re on for nastalgia but we want modern graphics now The spiraling graphics that give you the illusion that you’re travelling through space are perfect and add a nice experience to the game. As for sound, it’s actually pretty good, not annoying like many other arcade games.

All in all if you’re looking for a nostalgic arcade experience, Triphids is an excellent app and I strongly recommend it. If you’re not a fan of arcade games and love intense 3D graphics stay away. This is the perfect arcade game and the price of $1.99 is perfect!

Final Ratings:

Gameplay: 8/10 – The 360 degree shooting experience is a cool thing, lots of bosses and enemies to face.

Enjoyment: 7.5/10 – I enjoyed this mostly, but it does get boring unless you can advance in the game and continuosly beat your high scores.

Graphics: 8/10 – Could be better but it does provide a nice 2D look, the spiralling star background is pretty cool.

Sound: 8.5/10 – No complaints here, all is well.

Technology: 8/10 – You’re able to switch from portrait to landscape mode automatically. Touch controls are decent but could use a little touchup. Great demonstration of the iPhone’s ability of casual gaming.

Replay Value: 8/10 – Story mode is quite long with lots of bosses to beat!

Overall Rating: 8/10

Further Improvements: (note to the developer!)