1.Dominion HD

http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dominion-hd/id364350308?mt=8

To start off, this game developed by Dot Matrix/Chillingo is better than EA Mobiles Risk, which itself was an amazing game. That says a lot.

Having multiplayer online functionality is what sets this game apart from its competitors. Apart from this the huge variety of maps, excellent graphics and simple game play is what makes Dominion HD a treat to play.

This is definitely one of the best, if not the best strategy board game available for the iPad.

 

2.World of Goo
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/world-of-goo-hd/id401301276?mt=8

This is a physics puzzler developed by 2D Boy which definitely works well with the iPad due to the accuracy of touch controls which make the game a lot of fun to play.

What you have to do is basically construct a structure using goo as the construction material so that it reaches the top of the screen to a suction pipe. It may sound easy, but it’s not. With advancing levels you need to really get you head working and start thinking out of the box.

This game doubles up as increasing your creative solving abilities as well as simultaneously making it fun in the process. In fact, you will feel a sense of accomplishment once you complete the structure.

 

3.Midnight Mysteries: Salem Witch trials.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/midnight-mysteries-salem-witch/id382373208?mt=8

Developed by Big Fish Games, this is definitely one hidden object game which is much better than generally bland and laughable games of the same genre.

It combines puzzle-solving, classic adventure elements and hidden object game-play into a spooky tale and beautiful game design.

The graphics on each of the levels is mind-blowing with high levels of attention to detail. It additionally offers bonus levels which helps in bringing back the excitement once the story mode is over.

This game is definitely a must buy because if you are into hidden object games you will find it thoroughly enjoyable and memorable.

 

4.Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChucks’s Revenge
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/monkey-island-2-special-edition/id376928597?mt=8

This adventure game developed by LucasArts definitely shows off the potential of the iPad. This game definitely sets a high gaming standard for games of its genre with excellent controls and brilliant features.

The original version of this game was itself award winning and the second part definitely builds on the predecessor’s reputation. The game definitely makes use of the large display with its brilliant graphics, audio commentary and hint system.

This game is a definite buy for adventure game lovers.

 

5.Spirits
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/spirits-for-ipad/id388636935?mt=8

Developed by Spaces of Play, this is a new take on an older game Lemmings and it definitely makes everything more fun with old classic game play, excellent graphics and creative designs.

The main aim of the game to take spirit like characters toward and exit portal using the special abilities they possess. The game’s 40 well designed levels are to be completed using abilities such as digging through the ground, making a staircase or even with a gush of wind.

This is another of those games in which game play and graphics are much better than the iPhone/iPod touch counterparts.

 

6.Mirror’s Edge
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mirrors-edge-for-ipad/id363311002?mt=8

Developed by EA Mobile this game with its sophisticated platform is definitely one of most serious games on the iPad.

It is a story based adventure and involves classic game-play with high speed running. With inventive controls, Mirror’s edge definitely has the right mix of reflexes and skill.

This game is one instance where the iPad’s version is better than its iPhone counterpart with additional features such as an online leader board and split screen multiplayer functionality.

 

7.Zen Bound 2
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/zen-bound-2-universal/id363308208?mt=8

With the initial version available on the iPhone, developers Secret Exit definitely had to come up with something immensely fun for the iPad.

They definitely delivered the goods and Zen Bound 2 provides same whip-smart game play with even more impressive graphics.

With the high levels of attention to detail, Zen Bound 2 is best played on the large screen of the iPad. It provides a one of a kind game play and is absolutely a game worth checking out.

 

8.Osmos
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/osmos-for-ipad/id379323382?mt=8

This has to be the most bizarrely entertaining game around. Developed by Hemisphere Games it is an unusual physics game which changes from the microscopic level to the astronomical level.

With various levels with gravitational attraction, mitosis and elliptical orbits this game is like something out of a science lecture.

This game is really entertaining and completely unique.

 

9.Scrabble
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scrabble-for-ipad/id363306776?mt=8

The classic board game has been transformed by EA Mobile into a beautiful iPad game.

Unique features about this game are local multiplayer functionality, ability to integrate with Facebook and most importantly cross compatibility with iPhone and iPod touch users.

You can perform all actions on the iPad which you could do with the actual physical version of the game such as manage your tiles, lay out words on the board or even look up words in a dictionary in built into the game. Scrabble may be a classic board game but the iPad definitely give it a modern twist.

 

10.Small World
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/small-world-for-ipad/id364165557?mt=8

Based on the phenomenally successful Small World fantasy board game with over 65,000 copies sold!

Take control of insanely fun fantasy race & special power combos, such as berserk hobbits, triton merchants, alchemist ratmen and dragon-master amazons to grab all the land you can in a world that is just too small to share with your opponents!

 

Happy Gaming :)

 

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