This Week’s Must-Have iOS Games: Age of Zombies, Worms 2, Word Solitaire & More!

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Featured in this week’s must-have iOS games is the much-anticipated Age of Zombies – the new game from Halfbrick Studios. The creators of Fruit Ninja and Monster Dash bring us their biggest adventure yet, which sees the return of Barry Steakfries – the tough-as-nails commando who loves nothing more than to shoot up zombies.

Also earning a place on our list of favorites this week is Gun Bros, another shoot ’em up from Glu that features non-stop 3D action as the ‘Bros’ attempt to protect the cosmos from the evil ‘T.O.O.L.’ organization, who are set out to enslave the universe.

Word Solitaire: Aurora is a unique word puzzler that puts an interesting, intellectual twist on the classic Solitaire card game, and another of our favorites this week. Instead of cards that feature numbers, you play with cards that feature letters, and you must drag and drop to arrange them in to words.

See our full list of favorites after the break!

Age of Zombies($2.99) Universal – Games

Shoot up ninjas, mummies, and cavemen as you experience life in the boots of Barry Steakfries – a commando with no fear. The evil Professor Brains has sent hordes of the undead to the furthest reaches of time to destroy mankind, and it’s up to you to stop him with the assistant of a wide variety of weapons and explosives. Also features a bonus survival mode to take your zombie-blasting skills to the next level, and Game Centre leaderboards and achievements. Described as “the definitive action-comedy experience,” Age of Zombies is one of the most enjoyable shooters on iOS.

Gun Bros(Free) iPhone – Games

The evil T.O.O.L. organization has gone haywire, and from the darkest levels of the criminal underworld, it’s set its sights on harvesting the rare element ‘Xplodium,’ in an effort to create the world’s most powerful weapons to enslave the universe. Two field operatives, code-named Percy and Francis Gun, have made it their mission to protect the cosmos and take out T.O.O.L. before it’s too late. Our second shooter of the week boasts non-stop 3D action, insanely powerful weaponry, and Game Centre integration that lets you team up with friends from your ‘brotherhood.’ Overcome waves of T.O.O.L. enemies that continue to come at you in insanely intense battles, and see if you’ve got what it takes to take those repugnant space bullies down.

Word Solitaire: Aurora($0.99) iPhone – Games

A must-have for word game fans, Aurora is the long-awaited sequel to Word Solitaire, and features a 250-level campaign that will keep you hooked for months. Drag the lettered cards on to each other to arrange them in to words, and complete each level by using all of the letters provided. Featuring unique and addictive gameplay, with high-resolution Retina display graphics, Game Centre integration, and all-new twists with wildcards that will spice up your gameplay. Compete against users around the world in the daily puzzle, and the comprehensive tutorial will teach you the game in no time.

Worms 2: Armageddon($4.99) Universal – Games

Grab your grenades and bazookas and prepare for battle, as those loveable little worms are back and they’re bigger and better than ever, with new weapons, new customization options and of course, more explosions. With a campaign mode featuring 30 single-player missions, and a multiplayer combat mode that lets you battle with friends, Worms 2: Armageddon is the best Worms game yet! Boasting multiple game modes, new game styles, Plus+ integration, and various difficulty levels. Get ready for the ultimate in turn-based strategy games.

Linkoidz($1.99) Universal – Games

After crash landing on an alien planet, you must fight off the Linkoidz onslaught with only your gravity gun and trusty energy shield in this new arcade puzzle game that’s out of this world. Featuring 3 different arcade modes and 30 challenging missions, an endless mode that offers non-stop adrenaline fuelled action, and a sprint mode for a short, fast-paced puzzle. With Game Centre integration, graphics optimized for the Retina display, and OpenFient leaderboards and achievements.

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