Just noticed that and wanted to share Paperboy: Special Delivery A veritable classic from the golden age of video gaming returns to a new route on the iPhone/smartphone/mobile platform!… TouchArcade Rating: $0.99 Buy Now Watch Media DetailsA veritable classic from the golden age of video gaming returns to a new route on the iPhone/smartphone/mobile platform! The arcade game you remember from the 80's has been brought back to life with updated graphics and a new Story Mode with more forgiving game-play mechanics. As the Paperboy, you'll fight for customers against the enigmatic "Grifter." Successfully deliver papers to the customers on your route, scoring bonus points for landing papers directly in their mailbox. You'll have plenty of obstacles to contend with along the way: avoid dogs, cars, burglars, breakdancers, trash cans, runaway lawnmowers and more! As you play through the story, you'll acquire different skills and abilities - like yo-yo and multi-paper throws - to get help you through challenging areas. Pay attention for clues as the story unfolds - will you get the girl? Who are the mysterious paper barons trying to muscle in on your turf? All will be revealed in this humorous, nostalgic and faithful re-creation of the 80's classic!FEATURES- An update that retains the humor and core gameplay of the original 80's stand-up arcade classic- Easy controls make pick-up-and-play a snap: turn left/right, speed up/slow down, throw papers. - Funny, engaging storyline set in the 80s, supported by new obstacles, gameplay enhancements and characters. 20 story levels in all!- A NEW, easier STORY Mode in addition to CLASSIC Mode - just like the original!- Refined artwork and graphics make for a deeper, richer and more 3D experience than ever before.- Develop your paperboy character by unlocking 10 special skills and abilities in Story Mode such as the yo-yo throw or multi-paper throw.- GAME CENTER LEADERBOARDS Hit bullseye deliveries and other obstacles to get higher scores and dominate the global leaderboards.- Special Halloween theme in the story mode. Trick unsubscribers by smashing their windows!FOLLOW US atTwitter - @glumobilefacebook.com/glumobile Information Seller: Genre:Action, Arcade Release:Nov 04, 2010 Updated:Nov 30, -0001 Version: Size:0.0 TouchArcade Rating: User Rating: (5) Your Rating:unrated Compatibility:HD Universal undeadcow Well-Known Member Dec 4, 2010 9,493 2 36 Houston, TX #2 undeadcow, Apr 26, 2011 My recent purchase of this ensured it would quickly go free for everyone else, you are welcome. Kylescorpion Well-Known Member Apr 21, 2010 1,121 0 0 #3 Kylescorpion, Apr 27, 2011 *tries something* Can you buy legendary wars? Kthxbai! Lol Anyways I downloaded this earlier and I probably won't play it often but it's always nice to relive a childhood game from time to time. Creepshow Well-Known Member Feb 10, 2011 1,334 0 36 #4 Creepshow, Apr 27, 2011 Thank you for sharing this! I've been tempted many times to grab this. ninjackid Well-Known Member May 27, 2010 9,380 2 38 #5 ninjackid, Apr 27, 2011 Awww, thanks man!!! You're a trooper. Ain't he a trooper? *snatches the free game* awp69 Well-Known Member Oct 30, 2009 8,249 0 36 Greenville, SC #6 awp69, Apr 27, 2011 Used to pump quarters in this back in the arcades. But remember playing it in a compilation and didn't get the same feeling as I did then. Picked this up for free and I'm actually enjoying it again. Not a bad re-make. Nothing special but definately worth the price of .... nothing. crex Doctor of Game of the Week-ology Oct 18, 2010 7,679 10 0 Everywhere and Nowhere #7 crex, Apr 28, 2011 Just got my copy! bluecomb84 Well-Known Member Dec 16, 2010 233 0 0 Debt Collector Long Island, NY #8 bluecomb84, Apr 28, 2011 I've been looking at this game for quite some time but the reviews about the controls really swayed my purchase. I picked this up tonight and regret to say the reviews were correct. There are 3 types of controls: button, tilt and joystick and all 3 are difficult to use. I used to play the original for hours and the idea is spot on, but the controls make the difference. I'm glad I was able to try it but unfortunately it just seemed unplayable to me. awp69 Well-Known Member Oct 30, 2009 8,249 0 36 Greenville, SC #9 awp69, Apr 28, 2011 The controls aren't great, but to me at least, it's far from unplayable. But everyone has their own opinion. That's why all games should have lite versions. Freebie deals work too! Stealthy Monk Well-Known Member Apr 12, 2011 64 0 0 #10 Stealthy Monk, Apr 28, 2011 I have to agree....looooved this one back in the day but can't get the controls to feel right...with so many good games this one went out as fast as it came in. At least there's still miss pacman! Either way thanks op for the heads up/trip down memory lane. Syyap Well-Known Member Apr 28, 2011 71 0 0 #11 Syyap, Apr 28, 2011 Finally Glu have made this game become free...thanks to Glu (You must log in or sign up to post here.) Show Ignored Content Share This Page Tweet Your name or email address: Do you already have an account? No, create an account now. Yes, my password is: Forgot your password? Stay logged in
*tries something* Can you buy legendary wars? Kthxbai! Lol Anyways I downloaded this earlier and I probably won't play it often but it's always nice to relive a childhood game from time to time.
Used to pump quarters in this back in the arcades. But remember playing it in a compilation and didn't get the same feeling as I did then. Picked this up for free and I'm actually enjoying it again. Not a bad re-make. Nothing special but definately worth the price of .... nothing.
I've been looking at this game for quite some time but the reviews about the controls really swayed my purchase. I picked this up tonight and regret to say the reviews were correct. There are 3 types of controls: button, tilt and joystick and all 3 are difficult to use. I used to play the original for hours and the idea is spot on, but the controls make the difference. I'm glad I was able to try it but unfortunately it just seemed unplayable to me.
The controls aren't great, but to me at least, it's far from unplayable. But everyone has their own opinion. That's why all games should have lite versions. Freebie deals work too!
I have to agree....looooved this one back in the day but can't get the controls to feel right...with so many good games this one went out as fast as it came in. At least there's still miss pacman! Either way thanks op for the heads up/trip down memory lane.