The Controller Online writes:
"Having one of the most sought-after toys/video games on the market, it was only a matter of time before Activision found another way to cash in on the Skylanders name. Last week they found a way in the form of the mobile game, Skylanders Cloud Patrol, which is available on the iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad for 99 cents. It may be a departure from the RPG genre like the console versions, it’s designed just as smart and will keep your kids busy while on the go."
Chris Buffa (Modojo): 2012 was an excellent year for iOS and Android, with a variety of outstanding games debuting on a weekly basis. Since the smartphone and tablet markets advance at such a rapid pace, 2013 should easily surpass the last 12 months. That said, we dug the cracked crystal ball from the attic, dusted that sucker off and peered into its mystifying depths to deliver these predictions for the New Year.
Despite the abundance of Skylanders offerings hitting the market right now, Activision Mobile VP Greg Canessa told GamesIndustry International that the publisher isn't too worried about burning customers out on the brand, Guitar Hero-style.
it's making all the money. I wouldn't be worried either at this point. Maybe in a few months, but not right now.
Exclusive to Kindle Fire, Game Features First-Ever In-App Purchase of Skylanders Toys with Immediate Character Unlock and Physical Toy Fulfillment