PopCap Games rolls out Peggle for Apple portables

May 12, 2009 12:54 GMT  ·  By

PopCap Games has released Peggle for iPhone and iPod touch, a title nabbing the Action & Arcade Game of the Year award (Zeeby Awards 2008). The highly addictive puzzle game is already available on Mac, PC, Xbox 360 and Nintendo DS. The iPhone version introduces revolutionary controls and even extra features. Read on to learn what those are.

“Want to be a Peggle Master? Take your best shot!,” PopCap Games begins the description of Peggle. “Shoot and clear all the orange pegs in the peg-busting phenomenon from the makers of the award-winning Bejeweled! You’ll reach Extreme Fever as 10 outlandish Masters help you rise to Peggle greatness. Conquer 55 levels and wield 10 Magic Powers in Adventure mode… and the fun is just getting started!”

“Put your skills to the ultimate test with 40 challenges, as you rack up bonus points and score style shots you’ll smile about for weeks,” the developer continues to describe Peggle. “Face off against friends and family in Duel mode. It’s an epic blend of luck and skill that msnbc.com calls one of the 'Top 5 most addictive video games of all time!'”

The main features of Peggle for iPhone and iPod touch include:

• Master 55 levels and 40 Grand Master challenges; • Pick your level in Quick Play or Challenge mode with a flick of your finger; • All new Extreme Precision wheel — fine-tune your aiming for masterful shots; • Cool new style shots (like Off the Wall, Double Long Shot, and Eye of the Pyramid) for racking up more bonus points; • New Trophy Room — revel in your growing collection of trophies; • Save and replay your hottest shots; • Play friends and family in Duel Mode; • Fully optimized for the iPhone and iPod Touch; • Listen to your own music while you play!

Download Peggle via iTunes ($4.99)