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App reviews for action games

105 results
  • Review
    Tank Hero

    Fun action-arcade app intense but not stressful.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Real Steel

    Movie tie-in a disappointing, by-the-numbers fighter.
    AGE
    12
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    SoulCalibur

    Best features of popular console game missing from app port.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Temple Run

    Quick reflexes needed to survive Indiana Jones-like chases.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Mr.Oops!!

    Quick reflexes needed to save stick man from violent demise.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Frontline Commando

    Bloody combat game targets your wallet.
    AGE
    14
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Batman Arkham City Lockdown

    Gritty action game heavy on violence and feels repetitive.
    AGE
    15
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Grand Theft Auto III

    Ten years after original release, it's still not for kids.
    AGE
    17
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Call of Duty: Black Ops Zombies

    Intense violence as expected; surprisingly average gameplay.
    AGE
    17
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Blood & Glory

    Gladiator-themed combat game works best with in-app buys.
    AGE
    15
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Infinity Blade II

    Action-heavy sword game adds depth; still for older teens.
    AGE
    15
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Age of Zombies Anniversary

    Undead shooter isn't as lively as you'd hope.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Zombieville USA 2

    Violence is nonstop but cartoony in zombie shoot-'em-up.
    AGE
    14
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Contract Killer: Zombies

    Bloody horror game strongly pushes in-app purchases.
    AGE
    16
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Modern Combat 3: Fallen Nation

    Well-made shooter, but keep kids far away.
    AGE
    17
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    HighFlyer Death (i4)

    With violence and poor controls, skydiving game falls flat.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Dark Meadow

    Spooky, violent, with plenty of eye candy; older teens only.
    AGE
    16
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    SHADOWGUN

    Shooter has expected blood, mini-game breaks, nice graphics.
    AGE
    16
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Jetpack Joyride

    Fly high on a machine gun while trying not to die.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Zombie Gunship

    Unique, slower-paced zombie shooter played from the air.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Eternity Warriors

    Take out demons in bloody hack-and-slash action game.
    AGE
    14
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Cordy

    Terrific platform game that hooks you, then demands you pay.
    AGE
    7
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Whack Zombies

    Frustrating whack-a-mole-style game misses target.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: Android
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Tower Defense: Lost Earth

    Well-done strategy game about defending your base.
    AGE
    12
     
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    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty

    Fun comic book action, but lacks originality and length.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2011)