As classic industry defining games go, Wolfenstein 3D was right up there with the best and now thanks to some love for the iPhone by the legendary game guru and co-founder of id John Carmack, its made it’s way to Apple’s portable platform. At first one might think that first person shooters and a touchscreen device don’t mix well. The modern form of FPS requires accurate quick motions across 3-axis which is not easily produced without a keyboard and a mouse or even a dual thumb-stick joypad. Wolfenstein 3D however comes from an era where aiming was just facing in the right direction without the ‘free look’ that most shooters adopt today. This means that the control scheme for Wolf is much simpler and in fact makes the transition to the iPhone well.

The iPhone port is a great example of a classic game, that when given some attention is as addictive to play now on a modern device than it was originally. Complete with an austere soundtrack, laughing Nazis and boss fights that are almost impossible even on the easier settings. For those that are too young to remember and play Wolfenstein 3D originally, it may seem a little backward compared to the Call of Duties and some of IDs newest shooters, but play with it for a bit and I guarantee it’s a keeper. With some 60 original levels to blast your way through, solid controls to suit any kind of player and the pure visceral thrill of blasting Nazis with a chaingun, what more could you ask for? For £2.99 it’s a nostalgia trip that not only brings a smile to your face, keeps you glued to your iPhone or iPod Touch but also stands up to the test of time. Own a true classic in a modern form, you won’t regret it. Check out the gallery of screen shots and the video play through after the break if you need more convincing.

 

One Response to “iPhone App Review: Wolfenstein 3D”

1. iPhone App Review: Wolfenstein RPG | Pixelated Geek says:

   September 6, 2009 at 4:01 am

   [...] years, Wolfenstein has to be my favourite. It all started with Wolfenstein 3D which recently got a port to the iPhone which we loved. Those of you with phones other than an iPhone maybe familiar with the most recent [...]

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