This is probably the most obvious, but the lack of an actual controller definitely hurts GRID and similar games. But it was constant thought during my time with GRID so much so that I valued the little battery indicator they provide on-screen. I rarely, if ever, “worry” about how long I’ve been playing when on a dedicated gaming device. The multipurpose use of a phone/iPad can sometimes be a hindrance.Īnd while none of this is the fault of GRID, its developers, or any other mobile game company, it does create a mental hurdle that exists when playing games on a phone. This could be as insignificant as missing a friend’s text to something a bit more important, like losing navigation services in an unfamiliar part of the world. In addition to losing a gaming device you are down a communication and lifestyle tool. However, for most, draining your phone battery represents something a bit more important. But in all of those cases, you swap out a fresh controller, or plug and play. The intentionally portable Switch or Vita might burn through its power supply quicker than you’d like. Sure, batteries on your controller might die. When playing on a modern console, power tends not to be an issue. And it really comes down to three advantages that traditional consoles currently own: power, control and comfort. However, we aren’t quite at the point that I’d call gaming on a phone and console comparable. And thus far, playing on an iPhone 8 plus, I haven’t had any performance issues.īut of interest to me is the implied larger question, have iOS games reached the point of true console parity? Stated another way: can you have an experience on an Apple device that’s similar to one on a traditional modern console?Īfter playing GRID: Autosport for iOS, my answer would be that it’s close. Most of the GRID console experience is here, including vehicle upgrades and sponsorships, various race types, and season-long objectives. It’s content heavy, featuring over 100 cars and circuits. The graphics are at least PS3/Xbox 360 quality and certainly among the best I’ve seen on this system. In regards to its overall quality, I can easily recommend the game for any racing fan who owns an iPhone/iPad. GRID: Autosport released for iOS devices a short time ago, touting itself as a “console-quality racing” title for the mobile platform.
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