LNA Studio’s new iOS game, Blowing, is one of the few recent games to really try something original. It’s a cute, casual little game application and the unique twist it offers on the usual control options is a great hook.
Like most casual games, Blowing is based on a simple concept. It’s time to nosh, but you’ve got some extremely unappetizing guests trying to score a free meal. Well, they’re unappetizing in theory, but these creepy crawlies (ants, ladybugs, and snails) are pretty darn cute. To protect your snacks, you blow the bugs away—literally.
The game’s controls are very simple and very unique. Blowing uses an innovative control system which utilizes your iPhone’s microphone. Blow into the microphone, and see the baddies get virtually blown away.
Aside from the novelty, the game offers the sort of casual playability that makes simple mobile games so addictive. The animation is great, and there’s enough variety in scenes to keep players coming back for more.
The graphics are very cute, and their simplicity doesn’t outweigh the good game design. When bugs get blown away, they don’t just fly indiscriminately off screen. They also bump into and otherwise interact with other virtual objects. It’s a nice touch that gives this game polish.
Plenty of content, great design, and innovative controls make Blowing well worth its $.99 price. It’s compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, for iOS 4.1 or later. It’s a perfect little summertime game!
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Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Price: $.99
Reviewed at version: 1.1.2
Developed by: LNA Studio
