February Game of the Month (and January winner!)

LaurenSalad · February 2012

Greetings Community!

We are happy to announce the winner for the GameSalad Game of the Month January...(drum roll, please).....

Congratulations to CheeseMan!

Check out and comment on our blog feature on CheeseMan here:

Now, onto Game of the Month February! We are excited, as always, to see your submissions!

A few reminders again about how it works:

Each month for a one- two-three week time period, I will open a “sticky” forum thread for submissions. And the end of the month, the GameSalad team will choose its favorite and announce the winner within the first week of the next month.

We will contact the winner via email within the last week of each month. Each winner will be asked to complete a Developer questionnaire. I will use this information to create a developer bio and to craft a blog post that promotes your awesomeness!

We will feature the Game of the Month in dedicated Facebook, Twitter, and GameSalad.com blog posts.

The Ground Rules:

Submission:
Apps must be posted within the sticky thread in order for it to be considered
You can submit your app for multiple months (for example: you release updates and would like the game to be reconsidered)
We prefer that you submit with a Youtube video of gameplay/trailer

Contacting the Winner:
In order to be featured, winners will have one week to submit answers to a questionnaire (for us to compile a featured bio).
Preference (if applicable): App has a “Lite” version ready for Arcade upload

Let the submissions begin and keep those great games coming!

Lauren

beefy_clyro · February 2012

Congrats Hicham

firemaplegames · February 2012

Congrats man!!!

Rittenhouse · February 2012

Well this is my first go at this, but here goes nothing!

Here's my GS submission: SIMPLY WIZARD!

On the app store! I can send you a promo code, of course! :P

SIMPLY WIZARD Description:
Unleash your magic touch with this fast-paced, action-packed adventure. Defend the oppressed villagers of Noggityland from an unrelenting barrage of raining cannon balls and worse! Collect gold, unlock new worlds and even visit the town shop to buy powerful spells. Do you have the wizardly reflexes to save the day?

Features

* Fast-paced, Addicting Gameplay
* Unlock New, Colorful Worlds
* Win Gold & Buy Powerful Spells
* Fun Story with Quirky Characters
* Catchy Original Soundtrack
* Many Secret Unlockables

LiquidGameworks · February 2012

Congrats Hicham! Moving GS forward in the field of platforming.

AppFueled · February 2012

Congrats Hicham! This is quite the accomplishment since there were so many strong entries this month. Well done.

@Rittenhouse I know you are the only entry so far but I favor your game. Really like the art style and the simplicity of the concept.

- Gamesalad

- App Advice

- Addicted Gamers

MediaBros · February 2012

Hi there Everybody, Congrats to Cheese Man! Wow I love Simply Wizard! That looks awesome

Rittenhouse · February 2012

Wow.. I got so wrapped up in making sure I posted Simply Wizard right that I totally forgot to congratulate CheeseMan! Awesome app!

@8bitgrenade Thanks for the support! When we sat down to plan Simply Wizard, we wanted to make sure it was simple in gameplay and universal to all. I think we got it

... however, my next game.. I'm going to do something so complicated that will either come out awesome.... or crash every iPad on earth. lol We'll see how it goes!

@mediabros Love it! Great style!

quattro · February 2012

Hey everyone,

First of all Congrats to Cheese Man! Loved your game.

So im announing my first game. Panda vs. Ninjas is available on the App Store. You can find it in here

Description
The ninjas cut down all the bamboos. That's why there is nothing left for the Panda to eat. Help the starving Panda to take revenge from the ninjas.

Panda vs. Ninjas takes the classic puzzle game into a whole new level with 360 degree rotating world. Make your own strategy in 60 different levels. Change the gravity by touching the right or the left side of the screen and kill the ninjas. You'll face new puzzles as you progress and it gets harder and harder as you play.

Features
- A brand new type of puzzle
- 360 degree rotating world
- 60 challenging levels
- Free new levels with updates
- Easy to learn controls
- Cute graphics
- Hours of fun

www.quattro-games.com

Riffel · February 2012

Congrats to Cheese Man!

Papa Trick is available on the App Store. You can find it in here

Dindin loves to collect coins of all kinds. But Crock the king raise taxes so high that no one has more coins. Help Dindin to complete the collection!  The best game you've downloaded! 5 worlds to explore. Very colorful and funny. Easy to play. Secret level!  RETINA DISPLAY

Thanks to DBA

8BitAvrin · February 2012

Congratulations to Hicham with Cheeseman! =D>

Here's my submission;

Lightspeed Bit Bit is a futuristic retro neon stylized arcade game that's for dedicated gamers and casual gamers who like to be challenged. The simple one finger control makes it easy for anybody to pick up and play, but the challenge varies depending on your skill and what mode you're playing. Lightspeed Bit Bit has three unique game modes.

Bit Bit Mode: This is the main mode of the game. There are three difficulties-Easy, Medium, and Insane. Your ship loses a little bit of health every second and also when you collect the wrong color bit. You must collect bits that match the color of your ship to add to your health and score. Your ship randomly changes color and each ship has its own personal chiptune music theme. There are also power-ups that randomly appear. There is a Gamecenter leaderboard for each difficulty.

Obstacle Mode: Your goal in this mode is to reach the finish line. Each level has 3 stars that can be collected if you want to challenge yourself. Watch out for the cosmic blocks, they do massive damage.

One Bit Mode: This mode is locked until you meet or surpass a certain score on Bit Bit Mode. This mode has the same concept as Bit Bit Mode, except there's only one difficulty…….Brutal. Your ship changes color every time you get the correct color bit, but if you get the wrong color bit…..it's gameover…….until you press restart.

Lightspeed Bit Bit is a fun & intense game with quick and smooth one finger controls that has unique immersive gameplay. This is a game that you can pick up and play anytime. I'll see you on the leaderboards.

When the ship changes color, the game changes, and the music!

3 awesome game modes!
Neon!
Fast gameplay!
Simple controls!
Sharp graphics!
Retro arcade!
Challenging!
Space!
Bits! Bit bits! Bit bit bits!
Colors!
Exciting!
Arcade!
Power-ups!
Obstacles!
Online leaderboards!
Personal high scores!
Endless fun!
Huge particle effects!
Minimalistic retro sound fx!
Awesome chiptune music!
Oh my!

Lightspeed Bit Bit was released on 01-29-2012. Update 1.1 is coming very soon and includes; a score font that matches the rest of the game, a combo system, and a little optimized tweaking to the Obstacle mode layout.

Development, graphics, music, concept, & design by: Me/Future Newb Apps

error123 · February 2012

Here is my submission, Running Bean,

its a fast paced endless runner with 4 power ups and colorful graphics

part12studios · February 2012

Congrats to cheese man.. very smooth action.

Ok so here goes my first attempt also. game is called Zen Hopper you can see the trailer here

it's available for iOS and Android.. (itunes and amazon)

some highlights:
- Two exciting game modes: “Belt Ranking” and “Endurance”
- Game adjusts visual quality according to your device for optimal Zen responsiveness
- Performance Benchmark Score to see how your device is performing
- Game Center leader boards to see who is most Zen (iOS)
- Special Ending for those who complete the Belt ranking challenge

you can see more here also

Thanks
Caleb

LeonardDeveloper · February 2012

These entries look great!

Ive decided to unveil thatim working on a fully pseudo 3d game, that should be ready for march and I hope it will win!

MPCav · February 2012

Here's my submission for game of the month!

- Single player campaign mode across 20 different levels across 5 different worlds!
- On-line leader boards for competitive play!
- 2 players on 1 iphone - engage your friends in intense battles!
- Blends old skool game mechanics to create something fresh and new!
- Cool retro soundtrack!

mu-kowAPPS · February 2012

My first submission for this month.

Tap That App

or

Tap That App HD

Tap That App is Free and is extremely simple. is an iphone adaptation of the popular kids toy "Bop it"

check it out!

i may post another app once the update is approved.

MarkOnTheIron · February 2012

Here's my entry for this month:

Aetherium II - The Voyage

Screenshots:

Immerse yourself in this beautiful game. Find your way to your home planet by successfully completing all the levels and trying to earn 3 stars on each one. But don't think it will be that easy some levels require both strategical and tactical thought to solve it.

« Captain’s Log: 12 January 2328 - 07:45 AM:
Finally! Those pesky aliens won’t be a problem anymore. But... there’s a long way to my home planet. Will I ever be able to reach it ?
Well... it’s worth a try...»

200 levels:
- 100 "Avoid the Edges" levels: where you try to reach the red squares without hitting the walls.
- 25 "Classic Mazes" levels: where you try to find your way in a maze.
- 25 "Doors Mazes" levels: where you try to find your way in a maze by opening some doors that stand in your way.
- 25 "Tunnels Mazes" levels: where you try to find your way in a maze where the only openings to the end are small tunnels.
- 25 "First Person Mazes" levels: where you try to find your way in a 3D maze.

• 200 levels
• 600 stars to collect
• Game Center Leaderboards

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Free GS demos: High score and ; ; ; ;

Asobu_Games · February 2012

Hey guys, this is a bit late as I missed the deadline last month! My submission is called 'One Giant Leap'

Strap on your space suit and shoot for the stars! Recent meteor activity has uncovered a treasure trove of rare space gems on the moon! It's the perfect opportunity for a young, brave intergalactic space traveler to strike it rich!

But you'll have to overcome near insurmountable dangers if you are to succeed. Everywhere you look there are are asteroids, missiles and even UFO's out to get you! You'll have to rely solely on your trusty jet-pack if you want to make it home alive. Good luck!

One Giant Leap features bright colorful graphics, 10 exciting stages, and a challenge mode to really put your skills to the test.

*Recommended for iPhone 4 / iPhone 4S

I can provide a promo code, just give me a shout!

codemates · February 2012

Here's my entry for this month's Game of the month.

GS Announcement thread:

Game trailer and gameplay video:

Really enjoyed working on this game since it's been a long journey as mentioned on the above post. If anyone wants a promo code, just PM me.

iTunes link -

Thanks GS!
Geoffrey

Braydon_SFX · February 2012

Here's my submission.

Penguin Pounce

Penguin Pounce is a challenging, physics based puzzle game. The player must help the penguin, Dapper Dan, get to his dinner, a fish encased in an ice block. Dan begins each level atop a pile of snow blocks, tires, TNT etc. Help Dapper Dan by removing each obstacle and let gravity drop him onto the ice block. But don't let him hit the ground!

Penguin Pounce Highlights
- 60 challenging levels spread across three beautiful landscapes
- Gorgeous Retina Graphics
- Playful Soundtrack
- Achievements to unlock as you play throughout the game

UnicornInvasion · February 2012

Flying Panda, Fly through the sky like a panda to find your baby panda. New Levels coming soon.

mu-kowAPPS · February 2012

The update of my game went through so here it is:

Construction Paper Tanks

iPAD

iPod Touch/iPhone

Fal01 · February 2012

Happy Chicken Co. Will Hilda find her way out of the giant maze and save the chickens?

ashtmj · February 2012

SZC: BeyondDead

The game won't be out till Feb 22nd, but I can give you guys a Promo code now if you would like one
(link will not be active till Feb22nd)

Part of the app store description:
Something has gone wrong with terraforming project 1470, and it's up to Tank and Vera, a team of mercenaries, to discover the truth. Travel to the Asteriae system and explore astroid facility in this massive open world adventure like classic SNES games of old!
SZC: Beyond Dead Chapter I features:
*totally customizable control systems, use intuitive touch screens to walk, jump and shoot, switch to classic old school buttons, or use some of each.
*Awesome auto save, play for 5 minutes or 45 mins, you start right where you left off no matter what
*tons of cool weapons, collect energy cells to buy new weapons and items and upgrade the ones you already have
*12 in-game achievements to test your skill
*awesome boss battles and puzzles

TouchTiltGames · February 2012

Here's my submission with Tiny Diggers on the iPad, and soon Mac.

App Store link:

Tiny Diggers is a fun, educational game for Preschoolers, aged 2-5, that puts your child in the seat of popular construction trucks. Drive an excavator while mastering numbers, a dumptruck while learning colours, and a bulldozer to discover basic shapes. Each truck's dashboard has fun and interactive movable parts, including a horn and a CB Radio. If your child wants a break they can always get their hands dirty in Free Play Mode!
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▸ FEATURES
✓ 3 different trucks to control
✓ 3 different games that teach kids about numbers, colours and shapes
✓ Free Play Mode - just dig, dump dirt and explore!
✓ Interactive environments
✓ Animated characters and dozens of sounds throughout the game
✓ No confusing menus or navigation

▸ GAMES
✓ Numbers: Drive an excavator and dig anywhere, then dump dirt on the number shown above the truck to progress.
✓ Colors: Drive a Dumptruck and dump dirt on the colour shown above the truck to progress.
✓ Shapes: Drive a Bulldozer and push dirt to the shape shown above the truck to progress.
✓ Free Play Mode: Choose your truck and explore with no objectives.

mELTINGsKYsTUDIOS · February 2012

Hi guys,
My game is still in review, so I'm not sure if this counts... But I would like to submit my game JumpShot Superstar.

Jumpshot Superstar is an arcade basketball game like no other in the App Store. You play the game the way you play basketball, your form and release matter. Shoot with good form and you can feel the "shooters touch". With 5 game modes, online leader boards, achievements, and full stat tracking, the fun never ends.

*It has 5 different game modes (PIG, StarShoot, 3Ball, Around the World, and HotSpot)
*Realistic physics
*Natural shooting motion and feel
*Game Center LeaderBoards
*Full Stat Tracking
*Cartoon styled HD graphics
*Kipp achievements.

HoneyTribeStudios · February 2012

Honey Tribe:Colony Collapse HD for iPad:

threepeasoup · February 2012

Not sure if its to late to post, but here is mine.

Muffin Cat vs The Undead

LaurenSalad · February 2012

Another month of great entries! I will be closing the submission period for February App of the Month at the end of the day on Thursday. That means only two more days to show off your awesome game. Good luck to all the developers and I look forward to announcing a winner soon!

lebiscuit · February 2012

here is my game :
BamboO's forest

Once upon a time somewhere in a forest, there lived a little spirit of nature,
named bamboo, he is wearing a coconut, the goal is simple, pass the ball to bamboo ...

"swipe" to be fast or "slide" to be more precise

Enjoy!

Game features:

* Easy to learn! your finger is the joystick
* Cool sound fx graphics !
* 22 levels for the moment, but soon, hundreds !
* next month : In-App solutions, etc…

android :
amazon appstore :Under Review
itunes : Waiting For Review

MPCav · February 2012

I could not edit my original post, so I've had to post it here. My app SpaceOff is now available on the AppStore, you can download it here:

It's great to see such strong competition! Keep it up everyone!!!

February Game of the Month (and January winner!)

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