The latest craze in mobile games is the free runner, which many smartphone and tablet owners have likely played if they're fans of Temple Run or Jetpack Joyride.
The genre features a character who automatically zips through environments while players carefully tap or swipe their touchscreens to dodge obstacles and grab power-ups to "run" as far as possible.
Studio High Voltage Software -- known for the Nintendo Wii series The Conduit -- attempts its own charming twist with the Apple iOS title Le Vamp (3.5 stars out of 4), a fun adventure featuring a cute star and complex yet exciting action.
Le Vamp follows an innocent vampire boy who yearns to go outside and play. However, his appearance scares the local townspeople, who chase the young vampire through the forest.
While Le Vamp automatically sprints across the forest, it's up to players to make sure he keeps ahead of the mob, avoiding obstacles such as streams that might slow him down.
Unlike most free runners, where players are performing very simple tasks to keep moving, Le Vamp is more sophisticated. Players must fling Blood Pigs to Le Vamp to keep up his energy, or tap rays of sunlight to block them from his view. Players also swipe tree trunks to create runways over streams or quickly tap piles of pumpkins to clear the path.
The game requires players to perform several different gestures at faster speeds as Le Vamp ventures deeper into the forest. It's enjoyable, but some might be turned off by the complexity.
Le Vamp sports an experience and upgrade system similar to Jetpack Joyride, where players complete certain in-game tasks to earn stars and advance in rank. They can also unlock items such as special gear or abilities to give them an added advantage.
Between the colorful art style, adorable lead character and more challenging mechanics, Le Vamp is a delightful addition to any smartphone or tablet.
Source : usatoday
The genre features a character who automatically zips through environments while players carefully tap or swipe their touchscreens to dodge obstacles and grab power-ups to "run" as far as possible.
Studio High Voltage Software -- known for the Nintendo Wii series The Conduit -- attempts its own charming twist with the Apple iOS title Le Vamp (3.5 stars out of 4), a fun adventure featuring a cute star and complex yet exciting action.
Le Vamp follows an innocent vampire boy who yearns to go outside and play. However, his appearance scares the local townspeople, who chase the young vampire through the forest.
While Le Vamp automatically sprints across the forest, it's up to players to make sure he keeps ahead of the mob, avoiding obstacles such as streams that might slow him down.
Unlike most free runners, where players are performing very simple tasks to keep moving, Le Vamp is more sophisticated. Players must fling Blood Pigs to Le Vamp to keep up his energy, or tap rays of sunlight to block them from his view. Players also swipe tree trunks to create runways over streams or quickly tap piles of pumpkins to clear the path.
The game requires players to perform several different gestures at faster speeds as Le Vamp ventures deeper into the forest. It's enjoyable, but some might be turned off by the complexity.
Le Vamp sports an experience and upgrade system similar to Jetpack Joyride, where players complete certain in-game tasks to earn stars and advance in rank. They can also unlock items such as special gear or abilities to give them an added advantage.
Between the colorful art style, adorable lead character and more challenging mechanics, Le Vamp is a delightful addition to any smartphone or tablet.
Source : usatoday
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