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Pitfall for iOS

By Activision $0.99 Editors' Rating

Editors' Review

Download.com Staff Jun 24, 2014

Pitfall challenges you to guide your runner through the jungle, all the while avoiding obstacles and collecting as much treasure as you can. You'll find the hours melting away as you lose yourself in this challenging and invigorating endless running game.

Pros

Variation: This game takes the basic endless running game and adds a few twists of its own. For instance, there are plenty of different obstacles to overcome and landscapes to run through. Plus, your perspective changes at different points, which adds an extra layer of challenge to the task of guiding your character safely.

Fast-paced: Everything comes at you quickly in this game, even from the beginning. Luckily your controls are sensitive and responsive enough to let you maneuver where you need to go. And as you develop your reflexes, the obstacles start coming faster and more frequently, so there's never a dull moment in this adventure.

Cons

High prices: Packages of diamonds available as in-app purchases for this game are pretty pricey, with package options ranging from a Handful for $1.99 to an Overflowing Cartful for $99.99. While these purchases aren't necessary to allow you to keep playing, you probably won't be able to advance very quickly without spending some money.

Bottom Line

Pitfall is based on a classic runner game, and it's been adapted for iOS impressively. The app is free to download and play, and especially if you're already a fan of this type of game, you'll quickly find yourself hooked. But you don't need experience with any type of game in particular to enjoy this app, and the mechanics are easy enough that even novice users will catch on quickly.

Full Specifications

What's new in version 1.5

Bug fixes.

General

Release May 13, 2014
Date Added May 13, 2014
Version 1.5

Operating Systems

Operating Systems iOS, iPhone OS 4.x
Additional Requirements None

Popularity

Total Downloads 571
Downloads Last Week 11
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Developer's Description

On this, his 30th Anniversary, take control of Pitfall Harry once again in PITFALL!, inspired by the 1982 Classic that started it all, now re-envisioned and re-booted on iOS!

Escape the wrath of an angry volcano while collecting ancient treasures in PITFALL!, an adrenaline-fueled, free-running adventure set in a deadly jungle with twists and turns that will always keep you on your toes. As the iconic Pitfall Harry, test your skills by racing through jungles, caves and native villages while avoiding death-defying obstacles such as fiery volcanic flames, tumbling ancient artifacts, and narrow cliff side pathways. Challenge your reflexes by jumping, sliding, and using your deadly whip to take out classic PITFALL! foes like rattlesnakes and scorpions while avoiding the death grip of a crocodile's jaw as you swing across ravines. Make sure to always keep a watchful eye as danger lurks around every corner!

FEATURES
- The "Free Runner" evolved! Navigate through constantly changing environments as you make your way through narrow trenches, dark caverns, and cascading waterfalls with cinematic camera angles.
- Level up and trade in your loot for a trove of game changing powerups that can be used to enhance your experience and customize your wardrobe.
- Top your friends' scores on Twitter and Facebook and stake your claim as the real king of the jungle!
- Easy swipe and tilt controls allow you to jump right in!

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