STP: Shoot-‘em-ups aren’t exactly in short supply on the iPhone, but at $0.99, who doesn’t have room for one more? And as far as these games go, Ring Blade is certainly worth a buck for fans of the genre, thanks in no small part to its simple, well-implemented gameplay and a distinctive, tribal art look.
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There's something to be said for small games. While many developers are looking to throw lots of options and modes in a game to give it more, you occasionally stumble upon the team that kept things simple. Ring Blade, developed by MindTrip Studios, is simple. At a buck, it's also cheap. All a simple, cheap game needs to do is be fun for a little while.
This tribal take on shoot-em-ups seems like it would be pretty refreshing, but some basic flaws keep this from being a prime time-waster.
