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Byte – Is it too late for Vine to make a comeback?

Last week the creator of Vine launched Byte, a brand new 6-second viral video sharing platform for iOS and Android. So naturally, we decided to take a look, and here…

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Easy Game Brain Test – Maybe the hardest game to find…

Easy Game – Brain Test (by Easybrain) for obvious reasons is probably the hardest game to find on the internet. WHO in their right mind could have possibly thought that…

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Playing with Buildbox 3 – is it worth it?

If you clicked on this article wondering what we – a site specializing in mobile game reviews – have to say about one of the most expensive pieces of game…

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Where to start learning game development

“How do you learn game development?” It’s a question we are often asked by new developers or people who are interested in either creating their own games or joining the…

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That guy you see in every casual game…

If you play a lot of obscure casual games, you may have noticed there is this one guy who keeps appearing in all these different games being developed by different…

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The difference between a clone and a rip-off.

We recently had this really amazing discussion with one of the game developers who follow us on Twitter over the difference between a clone of another game and a rip-off……

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2048 Balls 3D – And the addiction continues…

2048 Balls 3D by Voodoo & SILA is a game which at this point should probably be bottled and sold at your local drug store – this game mechanic is…

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Grasshopper Review – Lean JavaScript no strings attatched

There are a lot of ways you can learn to code in 2019. With an abundance of resources online, it is almost difficult to know where to start, which is…

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How to make Buildbox using Unity 3D

Buildbox was and still is an incredibly popular piece of game development software. Its simple drag and drop interface allowed people with no prior game development skills to create best…

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By far the cutest rhythm game available on Nintendo Switch

From the creators of my current keyholder, Muse Dash is now available for Nintendo Switch, and it would be an understatement to say we’re a little excited! For those of…

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Bumpin’ Dungeon now available on iOS and Android

Bumpin’ Dungeon (by Moby Pixel) is now available on iOS and Android for you to puzzle your weekend away. Set in a beautifully animated 2D world Bumpin’ Dungeon will satisfy…

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Cheese Guard – Now available on Android

Cheese Guard is the latest game by indie developer, Ashley Spencer-Phillips. The game revolves around Chris as he tries to protect his cheese-filled fridge from swarms of hungry rats. On…

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Our interview with Rockhead Games the developers of Starlit On Wheels!

As some of you may remember, one of the first reviews we ever conducted on Edamame Reviews was actually with Rockhead Games the creators of the mega cute “Starlit” series…

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BitSummit 2019 Interview with Fukudanuki the developer of CUBE GARDEN

Here we are, back with yet another interview from BitSummit 2019, the largest indie-game festival in Japan! This time with Fukudanuki the creator of CUBE GARDEN. Before we start we’d…

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BitSummit 2019 Interview with Caramel Column the developer of NetOff

Here we are, back with yet another interview from BitSummit 2019, the largest indie-game festival in Japan! This time with Caramel Column the creator(s) of NetOff. Before we start we’d…

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BitSummit 2019 Interview with Vallynne the developer of Shores Unknown

Here we are, back with yet another interview from BitSummit 2019, the largest indie-game festival in Japan! This time with Vallynne the creator(s) of Shores Unknown. Before we start we’d…

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“The only thing I miss is Siri!?” – Switching from an iPhone 7 to the Pixel 3a XL

As most of you probably already know, Edamame Reviews is a mobile gaming review site for iOS and Android games. As game reviewers, we are all required to use a…

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Our interview with George Brookfield the founder of Squid Networks

Recently, we and a lot of the mobile gaming community we work with were approached with a very interesting proposal, “Would you like to get Paid to play games?” …although…

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Is Apple killing its own ecosystem?

It is no secret that iPhones are getting more expensive in 2019. Although the same thing could arguably be said about the top new Android flagships on the market, this…

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My Aviary – Take a break from your day with this bird focused idle game

My Aviary is a relaxing idle game about birds for Android and iOS. Your goal in My Aviary is to grow and fill each scene with wonderful birds and plant…

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Dull Things No Life

Dull Things No Life is a Run & Jump avoider game where you aim for the goal by operating a speeding red bike. The stage on which your motorbike speeds…

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TikTok accounts with under 1K followers getting deleted in April!?

Fake news is everywhere, it cannot be avoided, which is why we are doing out part to spread it just a little further! …Nah! Just Kidding! 😂 Hey! I’m the…

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Android Games Feeling Slow? It’s Probably Loading Ads…

It is no secret that games in 2019 are packed with Ads. New mobile game publishers seem to be springing out of nowhere almost every day, and they all seem…

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Fillette – The most innovative color game! Try your Color ability

Fillette (Fill your Palette) is a game about solving color puzzles by following hints given by your guide. Remove all the color tiles using hints given by your guide and…

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Eternal Concord Interview with Dunamis Games

||| Who are you? What’s your story? And why are you making games? From a young age, I cherished playing video games. As a child I wanted to know everything…

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Routz – The path finding strategic puzzler!

Routz is a unique and challenging puzzle game. You have 60 seconds to reach the goal while collecting points and avoiding the enemy. Casual gamers will enjoy its quick yet…

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We’ve changed a lot of things recently…

We’ve changed a lot recently… If you are a long time reader of Edamame Reviews we would like to stop and take a moment to say thank you. Without you…

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Reddy – A simple captivating casual game

Reddy is a simple casual game you can play anywhere, anytime for just for a couple of minutes or for longer if you so choose. It is fun and captivating…

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Squat Rack Defender – A mobile action arcade game!

Stop the massive rush-hour gym crowd from taking the only squat rack in the gym! Squat Rack Defender is a fast paced pixel art game inspired by classic arcade games. Defend your squat rack as long as possible and climb to the top of the leaderboards. Don’t let anyone reach your squat rack!

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Sky Duels – The development story

Sky Duels is the arcade style flying game you’ve been longing for – redesigned for mobile. With more than 20 aircraft to play, sharp controls, an enjoyable gameplay loop, and bright and attractive visuals, flying on your mobile device has never been more fun.

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Existence vs. Annihilation Logic (E.V.A.L) – The World’s First Drawing Auto-Runner!

The Story “With the ever-accelerating pace of life, the future of mankind depends on pushing lots of buttons really fast. My name is E.V.A.L. I am the Existence vs. Annihilation…

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Swing Skills – Rope Swinging Madness

Do you like fast-paced arcade games with toucans, tigers and… toothbrushes? Wait, What!? Swing Skills is a fun rope swinging game where you swing a toucan and a host of…

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How to block Ads in apps for free on iOS and Android! …but is it safe…

“To anyone and everyone reading this article, CAUTION! The app we are about to show you has been tested and does do as advertised (i.e. block Ads within apps) however,…

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Ready for a battle of life and death?

Revenant Knight is a hardcore action game that has a DARK SOULS vibe. You control a knight that must defend the tombstone of a lady from enemies that are drawn…

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Wait? Did someone just hack TikTok?

It seems… Almost every social media in existence, (excluding the tiny ones no one uses), seems to be struggling with a bot problem… Instagram slowed this problem a bit by…

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RotatorX – now available for iPhone and iPad

ROTATORX was originally released as a VR game. But don’t we all love pancakes? So we ported it to the flat screen. It’s a very unique and atmospheric endless runner…

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Dino Trumps – Battle it out in this prehistoric card game built for 2018

Dino Trumps is a collectible free-to-play card game for Android. Battle against the computer or face off against other players in casual or ranked matches. There are 79 different dinosaurs to collect…

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Hidden Object Incidents – I Spy a Beautiful Adventure!

Put your searching skills to the test! Hidden Object Incidents is a game for everyone, bringing fun, simple gameplay to your phone or tablet. When her ship is badly damaged…

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Demon of Justice – Classic arcade gameplay designed for a modern audience

Demon of Justice is my first published game on the Google Play Store and was designed to be the ideal customer-friendly mobile game. It has plenty of content, features easy…

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How A VPN Can Improve Your Gaming Experience

You may have been thinking of ways of improving your gaming experience and wondering if you really need a VPN. We are not going to answer that question with a…

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Alpha Gradient – Brain Game

Alpha Gradient is a game which will challenge your mental ability through patterns and gradients. With a combination of gradients and random blurring, a series of patterns and challenges will be…

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Sorry, we missed PAX AUS 2018!!! 😱😱😱

If you follow our Twitter you may have noticed we were invited to PAX Australia 2018… Thanks to the super generous team behind the PAX events, we were invited to…

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Graveyard Smash – A Spooky Pinball Internship

With the job market like it is, sometimes you have to settle for an internship… and sometimes that internship is at a cemetery run by ghosts! Graveyard Smash is a…

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WarWest: A Very Fun And Exciting Game

WarWest: A Very Fun And Exciting Game Unlike some video games, WarWest offers exciting adventures and challenges. Players can join their skills together to compete in battles against other teams,…

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OffShore Surf Game: Surf is Up Brooo!

Are you in love with surfing or the surf lifestyle? Get into the vibe of a surfer’s life, catching waves like a pro while trying to avoid all the other…

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Defend the Cake – A Deliciously Strategic New Spin on Tower Defense

Defend the Cake is a deliciously strategic tower defense game where you defend castles made of cake from armies of bugs that are coming to steal a slice. Unlike most…

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Tips on How to Keep Track of All Your Favorite Gaming News

So many video games, but not enough time to play them all? Well, you’re not alone! You know what’s even worse – when a particular game goes unnoticed, and you…

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Centiplode – Can you beat the retro garden beasties?

Growing up in the 80s was fabulous. We had great music, great films, questionable clothes… but also great video games! Nowadays retrogaming has become very popular and has also fallen…

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Live-streaming just got a whole lot easier on iOS and Android, but will it work?

You would be hard pressed to find a gamer who hasn’t at least heard of Twitch in 2018. Live streaming seems to be the hottest form of media at the…

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The crazy internet speed at Tokyo Game Show 2018 😱

Ask 10 people and we’d bet you 10/10 wouldn’t associate Tokyo with slow internet connection speeds… The internet connection speed at Tokyo game show was a disaster. Throw 1/2 a million internet…

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Publishing and localizing your game in Japan may be a lot easier than you think

For developers wandering Tokyo Game Show before the actual show begins (i.e. on the two business days beforehand), Tokyo Game Show is filled with business opportunities, some of which you…

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Ramen + HP Omen – It’s a Pun Ok…

Having free food handed out to you by HP Omen at a game show is one of the least expected and most exciting experiences we (and many others) had at…

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If all you want to do is play fun video games, check out the indie booths

Although growing rapidly, indie games are sort of still in a niche market when it comes to large-scale gameshows… For us, this seems kind of strange considering most of the games…

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The blockade at Tokyo Game Show 2018

Buying limited edition merchandise is going to be hard no matter what game show you happen to visit, but when competing against 500,000 other participants all wanting something to take home, things…

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The process of setting up & heading home… 👷‍♂️👷‍♀️

If you’ve ever visited a world-class game show (such as Tokyo Game Show), you are probably already well aware that corporations centered around gaming like to go BIG! …and when we…

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Cosmic Gravity – Creeping Horror Meets Arcade Action

Remember games like Asteroids, Tempest, Pac-man, and other single-screen arcade games? Games with mechanics that are simple to learn but take time to master and focus almost exclusively on surviving…

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Shapeuku – A New Type of Puzzler

Shapeuku is Picross meets shapes. Featuring a similar setup to the traditional Picross genre, it has an interesting twist which makes it stand out and is set in a refreshing,…

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Wait, you’re not a developer? Then who are you!?

If you read our article: (“Game Reviewers” In Japan Are Well… Different…) You should already realize just how many media-related people were at Tokyo Game Show 2018. In case you…

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Game Development in 8 bit is well… crazy…

One of our greatest finds at Tokyo Game Show was bumping into an Indie Developer who develops his games in actual 8 bit. For anyone wondering, his game will be…

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Even more incentive to play mobile games on Android… in Japan…

You may have already seen our Tweet, but Google Play Points – a service designed to give players one point for every 100-Yen they spend either on Google Play or…

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Awesome cosplay everywhere! But so hard to get around…

Cosplay is a big deal when it comes to game shows. Game shows are one of the main places where cosplayers can go their hardest and well… We underestimated the…

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Super MiniGolf – Intense mini golf action with more explosions than necessary

Imagine a world riddled with dull and characterless mini-golf mobile games that all feel the same by the end of the last hole. Pretty easy to imagine, right? That is…

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Publishing to Nintendo Switch in Japan

This article must be read with a grain or two of salt, and a healthy dose of skepticism, so please keep that in mind as you read what we are…

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Where are all the casual games? Our thoughts on Tokyo Game Show 2018

If the two companies that come to mind when you think of mobile games for iOS and Android are Ketchapp and Voodoo, you’ll probably fail in Japan… We already knew that the…

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“Game Reviewers” in Japan are well… different…

Before the event starts at 9:30 to 10:00 everyone (yes everyone) is required to wait in line. Press are given a special press entryway which is just as flooded as…

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Finally we’re rolling out articles from Tokyo Game Show

If you were expecting fancy articles published live from the grounds of Tokyo Game Show 2018 we have probably already failed to deliver what you were expecting… But after being pushed…

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Fruit Escape: Draw Line

Everyone knows, solving puzzles is a real pleasure… So solving funny and amusing puzzles by drawing should be a double pleasure, shouldn’t it? This is exactly what we want to…

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Four Seconds – A timer and simple rule, stop it at exactly four seconds.

Four Seconds is a simple game based on a very simple rule: stop a timer as close to four seconds as possible. A modern version of stopwatch games people used…

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Eden Isle – Do you feel like escaping?

Wish you could escape the daily grind? Want to take a vacation from your life but don’t have the time or money? Help is at hand! You can download Eden…

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BestLuck – Top Paid No.1 Puzzle in U.K / No.3 in U.S App Store!

BestLuck is a mystery emotional atmospheric adventure game. In the infinite growing forest, the girl is the only component to find a path. As you arrive at each stage, solve the puzzle…

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Lazaretto – Creepy, atmospheric thriller for fans of classic Survival Horror!

Lazaretto is an immersive first-person indie survival horror game that puts players in the shoes of an urban explorer – whose investigation of a creepy abandoned quarantine island turns into a strange, surreal and dangerous adventure. Atmospheric and surreal, Lazaretto offers a glimpse of a bizarre world beyond human consciousness.

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Dodge: The Catch – Survival with a Twist!

Dodge: The Catch is simple in concept but difficult in gameplay. The idea? Dodge the dots as they move across the screen. The catch? Don’t lift your finger from the…

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STRIKER – A Real Challenge!

Do you always get excited about playing “hyper-casual” games on your mobile device? Since the creation of hyper-casual games, a lot has changed, more innovation in terms of gameplay and game…

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Pinball Fantastic – The Cutest Pinball Game Ever!

Did you know pinball was banned in the US for almost 40 years? Since coin-operated pinball was invented in 1931, it has gone through many eras and changes. Pinball Fantastic…

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Chain Circles – How many waves can You survive?

Are you tired of playing complicated games that sometimes take you longer than an hour just to understand what’s going on? Chain Circles is an endless 2D game with balls…

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Hexa Mosaic – A unique new puzzle game

If you are reading this, you have likely already played countless puzzle games so far and you are probably looking for something new. Well, look no further, because here it…

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Morse ChromoZone – A retro-futuristic pattern recognition game!

Do you remember the days when the internet and personal computer where a shiny new beacon of hope and unending possibility? When teleportation and flying cars were just a few…

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Brick Breaker addict? Check out TRI Breaker!

There is a common misconception that “Brick Breaker” was invented by Blackberry, and while it does hold the title for being the first mobile game pre-loaded on Blackberry phones in…

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Snowicks: Snow Battle – Big snow competition

What are your associations with the words winter and childhood? Of course, it’s a snowball fight! This activity is very fun, thrilling, and raises the competitive sporting spirit within us…

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Catum Lab – Generating millions of cats with unique traits at the touch of a fingertip!

To be released on August 28th, Catum Lab is a hyper-casual game where you generate cats, each with their own unique traits and rarity, simply by tapping. You can name…

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BaseballOUT! – Swing, Bat, and win the League!

I have always loved NES sports games, with their simplicity and personality-filled design and gameplay. Now games have been getting more and more complex with on-screen buttons, etc. that’s why I…

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Theo Space Miner – Check your skill in this puzzle game

Theo Space Miner is a physics and logic-based puzzle / arcade game for iOS. Your mission in Theo Space Miner is to collect minerals and fuel on planets full of space…

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Laser Mazer – Revolutionary AR/VR Action-Puzzler

Walk, dodge, crouch, hide, dance, and squeeze your way past deadly lasers in this revolutionary AR/VR puzzle game. Laser Mazer is played by moving around in the real world, so…

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Holy Shiitake! Mushroom Mayhem brings retro gaming action to iOS

At RocketLife, we have fond memories of playing classic arcade games like Space Invaders and Galaga. So we set out to bring back that fun in a pocket-size format. As…

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Ashi: Lake of Light – decipher unique & challenging puzzles by candlelight

Ashi: Lake of Light is a tranquil & challenging puzzle game that follows a firefly’s looping path across a candlelit lake before sunrise. Tap on floating lanterns to ignite and…

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Sumo Beat – Jump to the Music

So there you have it, a game with a triangle and spheres only. Some say “less is more.” but even if the game looks simple, it is not so simple…

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#MyDjStory by All Nighter Games

Ever wanted a good game with good hip-hop music? No, just me? …well, what do you expect? Growing up in the early 2000’s with internet radio and online multiplayer games……

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Number Descent by Dongi Studio

Stressed out from work? Need some quiet time and distraction? Number Descent is a hybrid color filling and number connecting game for your Android device. Inspired by the recent trend…

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Crazy Conveyors – Puzzle your way to become the Crazy Conveyor master!

Don’t let the bad fruit ruin the day, take control of the crazy conveyor belts to make the worlds best smoothies! The original idea for Crazy Conveyors came to me many years ago but it was only recently that I had the time to put it all together.

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Medieval Clicker Alchemy – Fantasy Clicker Game

Welcome to the world of Aventra! You will take part in this adventure as an Alchemist from the Enclave and brew different kinds of concoctions along your journey. Become a master potion maker through multiple levels and completing tasks!

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Rune Breaker – An innovative puzzle adventure

I have always loved games with rich stories and interesting characters. However, when you look at most casual mobile games, you usually find swift and action-packed gameplay, but not an appealing narrative. And while these games are often quite fun, sometimes it feels like they don’t actually bring anything new to the table.

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Balls n Bricks – Hard retro game

You have a turret that is constantly rotating, and your mission is to stop it at the right moment to shoot balls towards the bricks. After each round, bricks will…

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Enemy Unknown (Old School Space Shooter)

Old school arcade games, those were good days. Games that were simple yet can become very challenging the second you decide to go for a high score. That’s the vibe we…

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Face Smash – Free your Face

Face Smash is a game where your face is all you need to play. Through the front-facing camera of your Android device, the facial expressions of the player are recognized and become…

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Slyway – Challenge your brain to its limit!

Slyway is a fun puzzle game with gorgeous graphics. Designed for mobile devices, Slyway is free on Android, and a version of the game for iPhone is currently in progress and…

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Tap Tales – How rich can YOU get in this Idle Clicker game?

Have you been searching all your life for a way to become a Millionaire? Billionaire? How about being a Trillionaire… Nah, how about Quadrillionaire! Ok, ok… forget that! In Tap Tales you’ll become a Quattuorquinquagintillionaire

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Gratitude Tipping – Feel more at home, abroad

Gratitude Tipping is a new app aimed at making your life easier when you’re abroad. Whether you’re on a weekend break, away for business or traveling the world, Gratitude has…

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Taco Tower – Match 3 Madness

Taco Tower is a chaotic match 3 game for Android and iOS that features powerups from La Lotería, also known as Mexican Bingo. Level objectives can be barrel smashing, simple…

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Synchro Slide – Unique 3D Sliding Puzzle Game

Synchro Slide is a new sliding puzzle game for Android and iOS. In the game, players move two or more “sliders” into designated goal areas at the same time. It…

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FlashFlush – A new type of arcade game

Mobile games have revolutionized the game industry and are sweeping mobile smartphones everywhere as a nice and pleasant way to kill some time during the day and evening. In fact,…