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Vermes on Mars is a popular 2D Sci-Fi Shooter game developed by Aztlan Games. In this game, you have to control four unmanned vehicles on Mars. These vehicles are used to patrol the area and search for minerals. The developers are currently offering this game for free. So save $0.99 by downloading this game directly from iTunes store.

iTunes Link: http://itunes.apple.com/app/vermes-on-mars/id452255147?mt=8

Overview:

Vermes on Mars is a action-laden 2d game with
* a multitude of very beautiful, procedurally generated levels,
* an exciting and inspiring gameplay experience,
* a unique and stunning visual look and feel,
* a great soundscape and electronic-orchestral score, and
* an excellent input scheme with a very nice touch!
In each level four unmanned intelligent vehicles are placed at the player’s disposal. The player is supposed to find and neutralize each worm that hides in the soil, while collecting the priced materials, which can be found on the terrain. The difficulty varies during the game and always delivers a challenging and entertaining experience. There are different species of worms on Mars, ranging from snappish sandworms to stampeding rockworms and scorching fireworms. Each of the player’s bots can be upgraded and can be replaced with more efficient vehicles while the game progresses.

New in Version 1.1.0
– a brand-new survival mode
– increased performance and stability
– improved security of save-state (unfortunately you might lose your progress for the sake of security)
– new leaderboards for 2012
– iOS 5 support
– iPad Retina support
– improved controls
– german localization
– in app purchases (scroll right on the level select screen)

Game Play:
In the year 2098 the Geologic Industry, a jaint corporate entity, is driving a resettlement project on the Mars. The Martian soil is rich in valueable materials and became the target of profit maximization. So Geologic Industry send four unmanned vehicles to harvest the precious elements, while the terraformation of the planet is still in progress. These vehicles are used to patrol the area and search for minerals. The game has dozens of levels and in each level the players must move their tanks around the environment in search of worms hidden randomly throughout the terrain. While you get close to a worm it will burst out of the ground and attack the tanks.

Our Review:
Vermes on Mars needs 26.3 MB free space on your iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad. The whole patrolling process works very nicely with the iOS touch controls. But some times the game’s controls get a bit complex when many worm attack at a time. To move the tanks you can tap anywhere on the device screen to move their tanks and group together at that point. You can also draw a line on which the tanks will automatically space themselves. A very challenging game, but the difficulty is well balanced. Sometimes you may get stuck on any level for so long. But take the challenge to overcome. The graphics interface is also good to play. So you may try this game as you can get it for free.

Requirements: Compatible with iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch (3rd generation), iPod touch (4th generation) and iPad. Requires iOS 4.0 or later. This app is totally free to download from iTunes.

Current Version: 1.1.0
Size: 26.3 MB

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