Skylanders SuperChargers Review for iOS

Activision is allowing gamers to take Skylanders anywhere they want with the release of Skylanders SuperChargers for iOS devices. Are you ready to enjoy the flexibility of playing one of the best family games of the year on your mobile devices? Read on to learn more.


Skylanders SuperChargers has Kaos up to his old shenanigans once again in Skylands. Kaos has created a new weapon called the "Doomstation of Ultimate Doomstruction" that he plans to use to destroy Skylands once and for all. Players are now in charge of a powerful group of Skylanders called 'SuperChargers' who have the ability to use vehicles during battle. The series has never been more immersive, and the new abilities allow players to travel across air, land and sea with the addition of customizable new transportation options.

The new release on iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Apple TV comes equipped with a new cloud save feature using iCloud to allow seamless continuity between multiple Apple devices. This is a great feature that allows you to easily play while on the go without having to tote around all of your toys in the process. All players have to do is login to their iCloud account and the game will save automatically. The ease of use makes it even simpler to move between your iPad, Apple TV and iPod than ever before.

The best part of Skylanders SuperChargers on iOS devices is that the game is the exact same experience as the one on consoles. Players do not lose anything in regard to visuals or gameplay but instead gain the benefit of portability. The iOS release also allows gamers to compete in four-player racing and two-person co-op adventures through the Apple Game Center. For those on Apple TV, Skylanders SuperChargers allows you to engage with others online who are using it on their iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.

The Skylanders Starter Pack for iOS devices (iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Apple TV) comes with everything gamers need to get started in their adventure. Players will get the game, the Portal of Power with embedded Bluetooth controller, two SuperChargers and one vehicle. However, players can also download the App to play Skylanders SuperChargers and purchase their content digitally.

Skylanders SuperChargers features a well-written story and intriguing gameplay full of challenging puzzles, fun mini-games, and inventive combat. The ability to bring the intricately designed toy vehicles to life in Skylanders SuperChargers adds an entirely new spin on the series while maintaining the elegant charm that the franchise is known for. The touch-screen controls are responsive during the action-packed gameplay which is complimented by the title's visually stunning graphics.

All-in-all, Skylanders SuperChargers is a solid release on iOS devices. Gamers who want more flexibility with moving between their Apple devices and the portability of playing while on the go will be very pleased with the latest release of Skylanders SuperChargers. To learn more, visit the official Skylanders SuperChargers website.

Score: 9 out of 10
Reviewed for iPad