There’s a vast amountĀ of misguided elitism in theĀ gaming community, usually from caustic ignoramuses who can’t comprehend other people’s opinions, and it can get pretty disheartening. Many peabrains busy themselves with the notion iPhone titlesĀ aren’t for “proper” video game fans. This is balderdash and, with 25+ years of gaming experience behind Mr. Wapojif, weĀ know what we (and he) isĀ on about. So there!
Alto’s Adventure is a fine example of how effective iPhone games can be. It’s simplistic, stylish, addictive, utterly charming, and highly immersive. “But is it VIOLENT!?!?” the children scream. No. Now shut up and go and do your homework!
Alto’s Adventure
Unfortunately, iPhone games have developed a bad reputation as manyĀ demand annoying micro-transactions. The ones which doĀ are usually the free-to-play ‘uns, soĀ if you delve deep into your pockets and fork out, like, Ā£3 you can bag something like Alto’s Adventure.
Thankfully, Snowman’s excellent little game is free fromĀ further demands for more money leaving you to tap and gesture your iPhone way to glory.
For your money you get a gloriously relaxing and enjoyably endless runner (your snowboardingĀ character, Alto, always moves to the rightĀ no matter what), which throws in your direction the chance to do tricks and take canny risks.
All of that isĀ in an attempt to build a high score. Along the way you complete missions and unlock new characters and items.
For a video game to be as relaxingĀ and enjoyable anĀ experience as this, whilst simultaneously being almost entirely bereft of violence (ubiquitous in 99% of most video games), is quite the achievement.
The subtle use of graphics (never too showy, insteadĀ lifted at times with sunsets, thunderstorms, and the catastrophic event of nightfall) and music really make the game, which was only released a month ago, a potential cult classic.
Alto’s Odyssey
There’s also the sequel, Alto’s Odyssey. This lovely slice of excellence builds on its predecessor in many ways, but really ramps up the sense of relaxation and wonderment. We recommend the sequel over the first outing, but Alto’s Adventure really is a fantastic gem not to miss out on. Hey, get both!
