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Tales of the Tiny Planet ($1.99) by Pixelsplit is a one-touch physics puzzle game that is reminiscent of the classic Rolando games that were once popular many years ago. If you enjoyed other games like Pigeon Wings or Motif, then you'll get a kick out of Tales of the Tiny Planet. It's a great game to help take your mind off of things.

Life's been rather stressful for me as of late, so I've been spending more time with video games across various platforms. However, most of my gaming time is still on my iPhone, just because my phone is always with me. My favorite genre to play are puzzles, since they keep my mind sharp but they're still relaxing to play. Plus, they're easy to put away if I need to do something else. While it feels like I've played almost every puzzle game, I'm always looking for more. So when I saw Tales of the Tiny Planet, I was intrigued and had to get my hands on it. It's definitely a title that does not disappoint.

$1.99

Pigeon Wings

Ignacio Schiefelbein

$1.99

Motif.

Tarik Canturk

Visually, Tales of the Tiny Planet sports a rather cute and minimal artistic approach. Everything is rendered in 2D, though there are subtle yet gorgeous backgrounds that add some depth overall. The foreground remains focused and sharp, and there's plenty of basic geometric shapes everywhere, yet the planets are oddly adorable. The colors range from soft pastels to muted, earthy tones to more vibrant shades, so it all meshes together well and is appealing on the eyes. Animations are smooth and fluid, with no lag on my iPhone 7. The soundtrack is rather whimsical, and the sound effects are delightful. Overall, Pixelsplit did a fantastic job with the visual and audio design of Tales of the Tiny Planet.

Like other puzzle games, Tales of the Tiny Planet is level-based. At the moment, there are five chapters, with 12 stages in each, so there's 60 puzzles for you to solve with the initial download. However, the developers have put a "Coming Soon" marker, indicating more stages will arrive in a future update.

The goal of each level is pretty straightforward: guide the planet along the stage and reach the portal to move on to the next area and reunite with friends. However, it's easier said than done, of course, especially when you throw in spikes, enemies, and other dangers into the mix. Players are able to earn up to three stars on each stage, depending on how fast they complete it. There's also a time limit, as shown in the upper left, so you'd better be fast.

The controls in Tales of the Tiny Planet are as simple as they come. On each stage, players are in charge of all of the moving parts, which activate all at once with a long-press. You have to figure out the movement patters and time everything perfectly in order to get the planet character to the portal. And with the countdown, timing is critical, especially if you're a perfectionist and need three stars for every level.

While Tales of the Tiny Planet looks easy, it's rather challenging. There isn't much time on each stage, so you have to learn the patterns and then be quick on your toes. There will be a lot of replays to do if you're going for three stars, and it instills that "just one more go" mentality, so there's a bit of replay value.

Tales of the Tiny Planet is a cute and endearing physics-based puzzler that is sure to delight everyone in the family.

The Good

Tales of the Tiny Planet is a cute game that is enjoyable for anyone. The graphics are colorful and endearing, with a charming soundtrack to listen to as you play. The controls are perfect and optimized for touch screens, requiring just one touch. Despite the cutesy appearance, Tales of the Tiny Planet is challenging, even for seasoned puzzle fans, because of the limited amount of time you have to finish a stage. There's plenty of content for the initial price, so it's a decent enough value.

The Bad

While Tales of the Tiny Planet is overall a great little game, it can get a bit frustrating. If you are not the type of person who wants to replay a single stage multiple times in an attempt to meet the three star requirement, then it may be too difficult.

The verdict

Even though I only started with Tales of the Tiny Planet earlier today, it's been quite enjoyable so far. I am a sucker for physics puzzle games, so I knew that I had to get this one, and I'm not disappointed! The planets are lovely, and the game mechanics are fun and challenging. This is definitely one I'll be returning to time and time again, and I eagerly await more levels in the future.

I highly recommend Tales of the Tiny Planet to anyone who appreciates a good physics-based puzzle game. Tales of the Tiny Planet is available on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $1.99. There are no in-app purchases.

9.2

OVERALL

Game Controls 10

Graphics 9.5

Sound/Music 9

Gameplay 9

Replayability 8.5

$3.99

Tales of the Tiny Planet

Pixelsplit

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OPUS: Rocket of Whispers (Free) by SIGONO is an exploration game that also features a rich narrative. If you're the type of person who enjoys good storytelling, such as Old Man's Journey and OXENFREE, then you will like what OPUS: Rocket of Whispers brings to the App Store.

These days, video games are considered art, although not without controversy. Honestly, I believe that if television shows and movies are a form of art and entertainment, then so are video games, no doubt about it. Most games may be a mindless activity to keep yourself busy for a while, but others contain deep and emotional storylines and character development that rival even a good book. While I don't have too much time to dive into a deep and lengthy game recently, OPUS did catch my eye on the App Store this week. Fortunately, I can say that it does not disappoint.

$4.99

Old Man's Journey

Broken Rules Interactive Media GmbH

$4.99

OXENFREE

Night School Studio, LLC

Visually, OPUS is beautiful, as the game features hand-drawn artwork that's packed with incredible detail. While the game is rendered mostly in 2D, it utilizes a top-down perspective, so there's a bit of depth to everything on the screen. And since the game takes place in the snowy mountains, the color palette is rather muted and gloomy with earthy tones and some soft pastels. Animations are smooth and fluid with no lag on my iPhone 7. There's an atmospheric soundtrack in the background that is fitting for the overall theme of the game, and the sound effects are rather realistic. Overall, the developer did a great job with OPUS in terms of visual and audio design.

Since OPUS: Rocket of Whispers is a story-driven game, players will be taken through a rather emotional roller coaster from the beginning. There's a lot of text and dialogue in OPUS due to the narrative, so a lot of reading is involved. However, the story is rather interesting, and it captures you from the get-go, though it does start off a bit slow. I also found the characters to be full of personality, even though the main character is a bit annoying due to his attitude.

Without giving away too much of the story, the basic premise is this: A boy (rocket engineer) and a girl (a witch) are the only two survivors of an apocalyptic plague. But it's up to them to build and launch a rocket successfully so that the souls of the deceased can return to the stars, as per their tradition of space burials. The land used to be quite prosperous, but now it's become a barren and cold wasteland with many artifacts and secrets to discover about their past.

Controls in OPUS are simple and straightforward, with the game telling you how things work in the beginning. To move, just drag your thumb on the screen in the direction you want to go. The game uses a virtual joystick for movement, but it is never in a fixed position, so it goes where your touch is. When there are items that you can interact with, there's subtle hints to indicate that fact, and you just tap on the object.

Since your main objective involves building the rocket, you'll have to put it together too, so there's a bit of crafting involved. And because the materials used affect the rocket, there may be some trial-and-error involved.

OPUS: Rocket of Whispers is a fantastic mix of exploration, story, and emotions. The controls are simple and intuitive, so it's easy enough for anyone to play. The game is a free download, and it includes the first part of the game (about an hour) so that everyone can give it a try. To get the full game, you'll have to get it through an in-app purchase of $1.99, and there are some additional bonuses you can get, like the Husky.

An emotional story driven adventure about two lone survivors trying to build a rocket to get back home.

The Good

OPUS: Rocket of Whispers is a true gem on the App Store. The game sports amazing and highly detailed artwork, and there's 30 different soundscapes that are relaxing and soothing to listen to. For those who appreciate a great story, OPUS has it, and it's captivating and immersive due to the great character personalities that are relatable. I think the first hour is good enough to give players a taste of the game, and it's well worth the two bucks to get the rest of it.

The Bad

OPUS: Rocket of Whispers is a pretty dang good game, but only if you like exploration and story. If you aren't fans of either of those, then there isn't much that this game can offer you. It's not an action-packed game, so if that's what you're seeking, then you'll need to look elsewhere. But honestly, even with the slightly slow beginning, this is worth trying at least.

The verdict

I only started OPUS: Rocket of Whispers this morning, but so far I'm loving it. I'm still going through the first part of the game, so I haven't unlocked the full version just yet. But the storyline is interesting, emotional, and the characters are relatable. Plus, the art is gorgeous and the music is delightful. Controls are simple to work with and aren't too fussy.

I recommend giving OPUS: Rocket of Whispers a shot if you want to dive into a game with meaning this weekend. You can find OPUS: Rocket of Whispers on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for free. There are in-app purchases for the full game unlock and other bonuses.

8.5

OVERALL

Game Controls 9

Graphics 9

Sound/Music 9

Gameplay 8.5

Replayability 7

FREE

OPUS: Rocket of Whispers

SIGONO INC.

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