Common Sense Media Review
By Chris Morris
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Crashes are fiery but not grisly in racer with a twist.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 13+?
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Smash Cops
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Is It Any Good?
SMASH COPS is a game that has a single focus, but it does the job so well that you might brush past some of its flaws. Pursuing fleeing criminals is always fun -- and there's a visceral thrill that comes with forcing them off the road. The app also eliminates any camera issues by letting players view the action from the point of view of a news helicopter -- a nice way to add an element of drama to the game.
The "push" control schematic is a unique one that takes a little getting used to, but works in the end. And the graphics are fantastic. The downside is the missions eventually take on a sameness that will either leave you wanting more or wondering what the fuss was about. The answer, in large part, will depend on how quickly you've completed them.
App Details
- Devices : iPhone , iPod Touch , iPad
- Pricing structure :
- Release date : February 3, 2012
- Genre : Racing Games
- Publisher : Hutch
- Version : 1.01.01
- Minimum software requirements : iOS 4.2 or later
- Last updated : August 25, 2016
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