Here are my 3GS optimized games that use shaders. Dark Raider S Dark Raider is a remake of the classic Atari/Amiga game, Time Bandit. Explore a fantasy world full of castles, tombs, py… $0.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsDark Raider is a remake of the classic Atari/Amiga game, Time Bandit. Explore a fantasy world full of castles, tombs, pyramids, arenas, mazes and forests. Unlike other twin stick shooter games, Dark Raider features fully interactive environments with puzzles, and large levels with secret areas.Dark Raider (3G)S is a specially enhanced version of Dark Raider which takes advantage of your new iPhone 3GS's and iPhone 4 graphics capabilities. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★NOTE: THIS VERSION REQUIRES AN IPHONE 4, IPHONE 3GS OR THE NEW IPOD TOUCH 3RD GEN WITH 32 or 64 GB. For older phones and ipod touches, get the regular version from the App store.I see a lot of people rating this low because they don't read the requirements!★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★The game uses high dynamic range, deferred rendering with unlimited number of dynamic lights, and per pixel lighting using normal maps. These are effects normally only found in console and PC games.... but IT'S RUNNING ON YOUR PHONE at over 30 fps! Dark Raider 3GS has the most detailed and impressive graphics of any iPhone game to date, and is the best way to show off your phone and make your friends drool!★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★New CHEAT MODES:Unlock cheats by finishing the game on different difficulty levels. Cheats include faster shotgun, free weapons, and god mode.★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★GAME FEATURES:• 16-20 hours of gameplay• 3 difficulty levels• 25 minutes of mood setting music• 3D immersive sound• Amazing dynamic lighting. Light torches to see better in the dungeons.• 360 degree movement and twin stick aiming.• Unlock new areas and level up your hero!• Variety of weapons including pistol, shotguns, grenades, rocket launcher, flame thrower, fireballs, blades.• Avoid fireballs, blades, and spike traps, and crush enemies with sliding blocks.• Nonlinear gameplay lets you pick which locations you want to play first.• Explore a fantasy world full of Castles, Tombs, Pyramids, Arenas, Mazes and Forests.• 64 progressively difficult levels spread across 8 unique locations.• Your goal is to collect keys and treasures while defending yourself from the neverending hordes of Ancient keepers. Find the exit and make it out alive to advance.• The more you play, the bigger and badder the world gets! • Combination of environmental puzzles and combat, with emphasis on combatCONTROLS:Pick your style! Each method provides a unique gameplay experience....• Accelerometer - plays like a first person shooter• Single Analog Stick - plays like an older retro game• Twin Stick - plays like a modern shooter such as iDracula or Geometry Wars• Accelerometer + Stick - plays like LabyrinthTRAILER:View the exciting game trailer at www.tinyurl.com/DarkRaiderTrailerMore RPG Games:Doodle Chopper, Puppet Jump, Puppet Sprint, Puppet Labyrinth, Super Soccer Kick 3D, Super Football Kick 3D, Pocket Farm, iFishing, iFishing Saltwater, Dark Raider, Dark Raider S, Blue Skies 3GS, The Guy Game, The Girl Game Information Seller: Genre:Action, Adventure, Role Playing Release:Aug 06, 2009 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating: (19) Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal (Shaders for bump mapping and HDR) Blue Skies 3GS BLUE SKIES 3GSBlue Skies is an award winning helicopter shooter arcade game that has been on the App Store since Au… $0.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsBLUE SKIES 3GSBlue Skies is an award winning helicopter shooter arcade game that has been on the App Store since August 2008. The 3GS enhanced version has per pixel bump mapping and amazing dynamic animated water that demonstrates the true power of the new iPhone/Ipod 3GS! Besides being a graphical showcase, Blue Skies is a fun and addictive game as well!This game is historic because it is the first game to use the pixel shader features of the iPhone 3GS. (Released on July 22nd)NOTE: THIS VERSION REQUIRES AN IPHONE 3GS OR 32/64 GB IPOD TOUCH 3RD GEN. FOR OLDER DEVICES BUY THE REGULAR VERSION OF BLUE SKIES! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!NEWSDoodle/retro version now available! Search for Doodle Chopper on the App Store.STORYYou are a new recruit at the elite Blue Skies Air Force Academy. Master Sergeant Harris is teaching you to fly a helicopter when the evil Hans Kraven interrupts and begins invading your country! It is your job to prevent Hans and his eccentric henchmen Bruno, Rachel, and the mysterious ninja Takeshi from world domination.FEATURES- 30 Levels of addictive search and destroy action- Pick up bonus health, gas, and cash from downed enemies.- Use cash to research better weapons in the R&D lab.- A pulse pounding soundtrack of 10 techno rock songs- 10 different weapons including missiles, bombs, lasers and fireballs.- Save at any point, play through story at your own pace.- Arcade mode for instant action and unlimited levels- 3 difficulty settings- Rain and weather effects- 5 hours of gameplay in story mode- Random level generator for unlimited fun!- High production values and top notch sound effectsDEVELOPER NOTESTo pause the game, click the power button on top the device or tap at the top in the middle to open the in game options.JOIN THE FAN COMMUNITY-On Facebook at www.facebook.com/RockingPocketGames-On Twitter at twitter.com/RockingPocketMORE RPG GAMES:Doodle Chopper, Puppet Jump, Puppet Sprint, Puppet Labyrinth, Super Soccer Kick 3D, Super Football Kick 3D, Pocket Farm, iFishing, iFishing Saltwater, Dark Raider, Dark Raider S, Blue Skies, Blue Skies 3GS, The Guy Game, The Girl Game, Asteroids 3K Information Seller: Genre:Action, Arcade Release:Aug 05, 2009 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating:Unrated Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal (Shaders for water and bump mapped terrain) The last 4 use shadow mapping for realtime depth compared per pixel shadows Puppet Jump 3D Lite (bluetooth + internet multiplayer) Chris Egerter Puppet Jump 3D is a cross between Little Big Planet and Doodle Jump. NEWS: Use the new BRAG button to brag about yo… Free Buy Now Watch Media DetailsPuppet Jump 3D is a cross between Little Big Planet and Doodle Jump. NEWS: Use the new BRAG button to brag about your height on Facebook and Twitter! Be sure to get the other two games in the puppet series, Puppet Sprint and Puppet Labyrinth! USER QUOTES "Kicks Doodle Jump's butt!" "Fantastic take on the whole jump genre" "Graphics and art style are some of the best on iPhone" "League of its own" FEATURES Jump ever higher on platforms while collecting Puppet Points which can be used to customize your puppet and surroundings. As you get higher you'll encounter moving and breakable platforms to test your leaping skills. Customization is extensive with the ability to change your puppet's body, hat, eyes, mouth, material and choose from 10 different backgrounds to give almost a million unique combinations. The game has bluetooth local multiplayer and internet based through Game Center. MORE GAMES Mech Pilot, Real Zombies, Zombies The Last Stand, iFishing, Puppet Jump, Fishing Hits, and more! Visit www.RockingPocketGames.com JOIN THE FAN COMMUNITY -On Facebook at www.facebook.com/RockingPocketGames -On Twitter at twitter.com/RockingPocket Information Seller:Chris Egerter Genre:Arcade, Kids Release:Feb 19, 2010 Updated:Nov 21, 2012 Version:2.5 Size:30.4 MB TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating:Unrated Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal Puppet Sprint 3D Chris Egerter Puppet Sprint 3D is a cross between Little Big Planet and Pig Rush or Canabalt. Be sure to get the other game in the s… Free Buy Now Watch Media DetailsPuppet Sprint 3D is a cross between Little Big Planet and Pig Rush or Canabalt. Be sure to get the other game in the series, Puppet Jump! Jump over holes while moving between two lanes, and avoid the wooden crates that will slow you down. Collect Puppet Points along the way which you can use to unlock new costumes and scenes. Challenge your friends to see who can sprint the farthest before falling! Controls are easy, just use the arrows to move between lanes and anywhere else to jump! Customization is extensive with the ability to change your puppet's body, hat, eyes, mouth, material and choose from 10 different backgrounds to give almost a million unique combinations. Puppet Sprint is also an impressive technical achievement, with full per pixel shadow mapping even though it is not natively supported on the iPhone. Custom shaders were written for 3GS that let objects cast shadows on themselves and everything in the scene. This is the same shadow technique found in console games on Xbox 360 and PS3. This game features stunning graphics on iPhone 3GS that are unlike anything you've seen (unless you've played our other game, Puppet Jump!) Online global leaderboards and forums through OpenFeint are included. More RPG Games: Doodle Chopper, Puppet Jump, Puppet Sprint, Puppet Labyrinth, Super Soccer Kick 3D, Super Football Kick 3D, Pocket Farm, iFishing, iFishing Saltwater, Dark Raider, Dark Raider S, Blue Skies, Blue Skies 3GS, The Guy Game, The Girl Game, Asteroids 3K Information Seller:Chris Egerter Genre:Kids, Racing Release:Mar 12, 2010 Updated:Mar 12, 2011 Version:1.4 Size:33.4 MB TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating:Unrated Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal Super Soccer Kick 3D Test your soccer skills in this addictive little game with fantastic 3D graphics! Flick your finger to kick the ball and… $0.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsTest your soccer skills in this addictive little game with fantastic 3D graphics! Flick your finger to kick the ball and shatter the glass targets in the goal. Play through 6 rounds from varying distances, each with 10 kick attempts. Earn the most points possible in each round and compare your scores with friends and others on the online global leaderboard.This game is simple but satisfying for soccer fans that need a quick game to play.Game Includes:- Highly polished gorgeous 3D graphics- Innovative flick control- Global online scoreboard- Real soccer sounds- Crowd reacts to your performance- View your kicks from different camera anglesMORE GAMESMech Pilot, Real Zombies, Zombies The Last Stand, iFishing, Puppet Jump, Fishing Hits, and more! Visit www.RockingPocketGames.com Information Seller: Genre:Arcade, Sports Release:Jan 14, 2010 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating:Unrated Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal Super Football Kick 3D Have you ever watched a football game and wondered how a kicker could miss such an easy field goal attempt? Now is your … $0.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsHave you ever watched a football game and wondered how a kicker could miss such an easy field goal attempt? Now is your chance to show them how it's done! Test your skills in 6 rounds from varying distances, each with 10 kick attempts. Earn points based on the accuracy of your kick and compare your scores with friends and others on the online global leaderboard.This game is simple but satisfying for football fans that need a quick game to play.GAME FEATURES- Highly polished gorgeous 3D graphics- Innovative flick control- Global online scoreboard- Real football sounds- Crowd reacts to your performance- View your kicks from different camera anglesDEVELOPER NOTESHigh scores are saved Game Center's online global leaderboards, so you need to enable that when you first start the game.JOIN THE FAN COMMUNITY-On Facebook at www.facebook.com/RockingPocketGames-On Twitter at twitter.com/RockingPocketMORE GAMESMech Pilot, Real Zombies, Zombies The Last Stand, iFishing, Puppet Jump, Fishing Hits, and more! Visit www.RockingPocketGames.com Information Seller: Genre:Simulation, Sports Release:Jan 05, 2010 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating:Unrated User Rating: (1) Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal kcur Well-Known Member Feb 19, 2010 746 0 0 US #23 kcur, Mar 17, 2010 I think warpgate is going to have 3gs specific graphics, but its not out yet Osmiral Well-Known Member Nov 19, 2009 1,975 0 0 #24 Osmiral, Mar 17, 2010 What developers should do is add a 3GS graphics option through in-app purchase for like $0.99, then be able to toggle it on and off. They would probably make good money that way. deiden26 Well-Known Member Sep 23, 2009 472 1 0 #25 deiden26, Mar 17, 2010 and get plenty of pissed off reviews from 3gs customers who don't want to pay extra for a slightly nicer looking game. TheSporkWithin Well-Known Member Jan 16, 2010 928 0 16 College student, studying English/Japanese lit. #26 TheSporkWithin, Mar 17, 2010 They wouldn't *have* to. I'd love such an option, but really I think it has more to do with the revenue they'd expect to generate from such optimization versus the time it would take to optimize it thusly. Random_Guy Well-Known Member Apr 6, 2009 8,418 0 0 Australia, mate! #27 Random_Guy, Mar 17, 2010 Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars. Dark_Messenger Well-Known Member Oct 3, 2009 193 0 0 #28 Dark_Messenger, Mar 17, 2010 Sorry dude. I was sarcastic but non the less you should give ol enviro a try. The first time i fired it up and gave it a go was a epic piece of iphone gaming history for me. Not to mention how much a laughed and really couldnt stop either. One of my best buys. tomylee1 Member Mar 16, 2010 8 0 0 #29 tomylee1, Mar 20, 2010 prob BIA 2 seyoon Well-Known Member Jul 20, 2009 912 0 0 East Coast #30 seyoon, Mar 20, 2010 Only graphics wise: BIA 2, Need For Speed: Shift, Sway, Nova, 2XL X Games SnoCross, Labyrinth 2, Zen Bound, Puppet Jump/Sprint. There's probably more but these are just off the top of my head. I can't wait for Chaos Rings and more upcoming "optimized for new idevices" games. The iPad will have amazing "iPad only" games. One limitation that we have with iPhone games is the market to include the first gen iPhones. That's the bottleneck if devs want to make money. The iPad, on the other hand, has a good first generation specs so "iPad only" games would only get better from here on end. kalke Well-Known Member Jan 16, 2010 74 0 0 #31 kalke, Mar 20, 2010 2xl atv affroad got sick grahpichs! craigums04 Member Oct 27, 2009 17 0 0 NY, NY #32 craigums04, Mar 20, 2010 I am torn between GTA: Chinatown Wars and Enviro Bear 2010. Bok Choy Well-Known Member Sep 19, 2009 490 0 0 Student http://www.twitter.com/parkerewan #33 Bok Choy, Mar 20, 2010 I'd say 2XL ATV Offroad. wootbean Well-Known Member Feb 8, 2009 5,549 1 36 the next whiskey bar #34 wootbean, Mar 20, 2010 3d: NFSS/NFSU Touchgrind Labyrinth 2 Zen bound Retro-y: SIIG geodefense Eliss Edge HookChamp Random_Guy Well-Known Member Apr 6, 2009 8,418 0 0 Australia, mate! #35 Random_Guy, Mar 21, 2010 Grand theft auto: Chinatown wars. Fruho Well-Known Member Jan 11, 2010 1,502 0 0 Gameloft Employee Under Your Bed #36 Fruho, Mar 21, 2010 BIA 2 blew me away ElectricGrandpa Well-Known Member Sep 5, 2009 344 0 16 Game Developer Brampton, Ontario http://matt-rix.com #37 ElectricGrandpa, Mar 21, 2010 I actually think Aera might be the best looking game on the iPhone: Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel Either that or Labyrinth 2 or Zen Bound. HelperMonkey Well-Known Member Dec 16, 2009 632 8 18 Iowa #38 HelperMonkey, Mar 21, 2010 Delusionaltool gets 10pts for correctly answering "Ancient Frog." (Of course, I'm judging by my 1st gen iPod.) seyoon Well-Known Member Jul 20, 2009 912 0 0 East Coast #39 seyoon, Mar 21, 2010 Last edited: Mar 21, 2010 Ahh.... forgot about Aera. I agree, the game looks sick. Also add Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X for flying games. JKK Photography Well-Known Member Feb 27, 2010 71 0 0 /dev/null #40 JKK Photography, Mar 21, 2010 Same here. Aera is probably the best looking iPhone game out there. (You must log in or sign up to post here.) Show Ignored Content Page 2 of 4 < Prev 1 2 3 4 Next > Share This Page Tweet Your name or email address: Password: Forgot your password? Stay logged in TouchArcade - iPhone, iPad, Android Games Forum Home Forums Other Games General Game Discussion and Questions
What developers should do is add a 3GS graphics option through in-app purchase for like $0.99, then be able to toggle it on and off. They would probably make good money that way.
and get plenty of pissed off reviews from 3gs customers who don't want to pay extra for a slightly nicer looking game.
They wouldn't *have* to. I'd love such an option, but really I think it has more to do with the revenue they'd expect to generate from such optimization versus the time it would take to optimize it thusly.
Sorry dude. I was sarcastic but non the less you should give ol enviro a try. The first time i fired it up and gave it a go was a epic piece of iphone gaming history for me. Not to mention how much a laughed and really couldnt stop either. One of my best buys.
Only graphics wise: BIA 2, Need For Speed: Shift, Sway, Nova, 2XL X Games SnoCross, Labyrinth 2, Zen Bound, Puppet Jump/Sprint. There's probably more but these are just off the top of my head. I can't wait for Chaos Rings and more upcoming "optimized for new idevices" games. The iPad will have amazing "iPad only" games. One limitation that we have with iPhone games is the market to include the first gen iPhones. That's the bottleneck if devs want to make money. The iPad, on the other hand, has a good first generation specs so "iPad only" games would only get better from here on end.
I actually think Aera might be the best looking game on the iPhone: Subscribe to the TouchArcade YouTube channel Either that or Labyrinth 2 or Zen Bound.
Delusionaltool gets 10pts for correctly answering "Ancient Frog." (Of course, I'm judging by my 1st gen iPod.)
Ahh.... forgot about Aera. I agree, the game looks sick. Also add Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X for flying games.