StoneLoops! of Jurassic by PlayCreek is an addictive action puzzler for the iphone/ipod touch that is simple, and fun. The game is inspired by predecessors such as Puzzle Bobble, Zuma, and Bejeweled. The gameplay is simple: a chain of colored stones is pushed along a path. You lose the level if the stone chain reaches the skull at the end of the path. You control a cannon at the bottom of the screen that shoots colored stones at the chain. Three or more of the same colored stones will break from the chain. Through this simple mechanic, you can create chain reactions that not only yield you more points, but causes various power-ups to appear. The power-ups vary, but become essential in the later stages to clear large parts of the stone chain.
The game is fair in gradually amping up the difficulty. As players progress, the stone chain becomes quicker, the stone chain paths becomes more complicated, and new stone colors get introduced. The presentation is impressive, with vibrant colors and different stage themes. Though the music is a little repetitive, the sound effects are lively. There are also additional flourishes such as achievement trophies, bonus stages, and an alternate game mode. It is currently an absolute bargain for 99 cents in the app store. All said, great fun and even better value.
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