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Mike Lata
About

Mike Lata

Mike was born in Poland but moved to California at age 9. Mike has graduated from Chico State with a degree in journalism in spring '10 and lives in Cupertino (Apple headquarters) currently. He hopes to continue writing about games and technology and loves his iPad. He got it as a graduation gift along with an iPhone 4 but the iPad is Mike's real device of choice. Mike also owns an iMac (that has bootcamp and OS X), a Windows laptop, a Wii, and a Dreamcast. Mike also has a passion in film and enjoys training mixed martial arts. He also loves history especially reading about the battle of Stalingrad or ancient warriors like the spartans. Mike's personal blog is http://mlata26.wordpress.com and he has previously written for Nodpad, TheAppera, and Appmodo. He currently writes for Appadvice and Tablets.com. Follow Mike on Twitter: @Stirolak123 Or feel free to e-mail me: Mike@appadvice.com
Latest from Mike
Megan And The Giant Hits The iPhone

Play hide-and-seek around the streets of London in family-oriented game Megan and the Giant. This game has you controlling Megan from a top-down perspective. It also offers stealth action and exploration.

Mike Lata
N+ Knock Off Ninjascape Hits The App Store

Ever played N/N+ on Adobe Flash, PSP, or Nintendo DS? Check out the recent clone to hit the App Store, it's called Ninjascape. The game offers dozens of levels to play through and weighs in at less than 1 MB to download.

Mike Lata
Sentinel 3: Homeworld Gets A Massive Update

A recent update to Sentinel 3: Homeworld has added a whole new campaign to the sci-fi tower defense game. Along with this 1.2.5 update the game has had its price slashed. The update adds a whole new campaign available as an in-app purchase among other features.

Mike Lata
Companions Hits The iPad

If you enjoy dungeon-crawling RPG games with heroes to control in an epic quest to destroy an evil god, check out Companions. This is an iPad exclusive on the App Store that is available for $4.99. The game combines tactical gameplay with exploration and is reminiscent of 90s computer WPRGS.

Mike Lata
Awakening - Moonfell Wood HD Hits The App Store

A new hidden object game has been released for the iPad by Big Fish Games. Awakening - Moonfell Wood HD is a sequel to Awakening: The Dreamless Castle HD. This game has you guiding Princess Sophia on her journey to find her family and friends in a mysterious castle.

Mike Lata
To-Fu: The Trials of Chi Hits The App Store

To-Fu: The Trials of Chi is the latest game to hit the App Store for iDevices (including an HD version) that offers quirky and innovative platforming. The game lets you control a To-Fu by stretching and slingshotting him across platforms and walls. There are tons of levels to overcome and hours of fun.

Mike Lata
Kami Retro HD Hits The iPad

If you enjoy puzzle games in the style of Lemmings, but with fast-paced platforming gameplay, check out Kami Retro HD. The game has been available on the iPhone and now an HD version for the iPad is available. This is the perfect time to get into the action.

Mike Lata
In Case Of Fire Hits The iPhone

If you enjoy puzzle games with 2D-platforming gameplay check out In Case of Fire. The game is a bit reminiscent of the Exit games by Ubisoft. You have to escape danger and make it to the exit while overcoming obstacles. There are currently 32 levels to play through with more to come via updates.

Mike Lata
Dead Space Updated To Version 1.03

If you own the iPhone version of Dead Space or Dead Space for the iPad, be sure to grab the latest 1.03 update. A new survival mode has been added along with a pulse rifle and a nightmare difficulty level. Dead Space is a horror adventure set in deep space with console-like graphics and gameplay.

Mike Lata
MotionPortrait's ZombieBooth App Gets Updated

Do you want to turn a photo of your face into a zombified version? Would you like to share the photo or video of what you look like as a zombie? Check out ZombieBooth and ZombieBooth HD. Both versions got a recent update with added features.

Mike Lata
Diversion And Diversion HD Now Available

Endless runner fans rejoice. A new endless-running platformer has hit the iPhone with 3D graphics and great level design. Diversion is available on the App Store for a temporary price of only $.99.

Mike Lata
Donut Games Releases Mexiball As A Universal App

A new puzzle game has hit the app store called Mexiball. The game a universal app and comes from Donut Games. You have to sort out, roll and connect colored balls to progress through 80 levels. The game also offers multiple solutions and the ability to submit scores online.

Mike Lata
Chillingo's Red Ball 3 Hits The NZ App Store

If you enjoy strange and bizarre platformers with physics-based gameplay, check out the latest title by Chillingo called Red Ball 3. The game has you controlling a red ball through 20 action-packed stages and is part of a series for the iPhone. As you progress in the game, you will also be collecting stars and trying to make it to the flag signaling each level's end.

Mike Lata
WWDC Party List App Updated To 1.1.0

Are you planning on attending the upcoming WWDC 2011 event? There will be plenty of partying going on in the lively San Francisco downtown scene. Check out the Party List app to get the location of these great events.

Mike Lata
IntelliVocab For SAT Released

A new IntelliVocab app has been released and this time it is geared to study for the SAT exam. IntelliVocab for SAT is a vocabulary-based app that includes over 600 common words, used in competitive exams. There are also practice sessions with customized words based on expertise level.

Mike Lata