NOVA released today on iTunes

You play as Karl Wardin, an ex-space marine who has been reactivated to investigate some strange alien activity. The Earth has depleted its natural resources and can no longer sustain life, forcing humanity to live on nearby orbiting colonies. Sounds cliche’ I know,  but the story line is actually quite decent.

With Earth no longer able to sustain life, huge artificial satellites called “near-orbitals” were constructed for people to live on. To protect themselves, the near-orbitals banded together to form N.O.V.A., the Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance. Now, a strange alien threat has emerged from the darkness of space. A Marine ship, which was reported missing a week ago, has suddenly reappeared and is headed directly for the near-orbitals, ignoring all communications . Against his will, retired Marine hero Karl Wardin is forcefully returned to active duty to prevent mankind’s annihilation.

N.O.V.A. was just released today on iTunes – as one of the most anticipated FPS shooters for the platform. The graphics are stunning and the gameplay is smoother than any other game in the genre (FPS) on the iDevice. It is obviously deeply influenced by HALO – however it is a very well done copycat with a bit of it’s own flavor to give it it’s own identity. NOVA is available now in iTunes for $6.99 – definitely worth checking out. Stay tuned for our hands on review coming soon.

Here are some of the features packed into the game:

SINGLE-PLAYER CAMPAIGN

• 13 insane levels
• 5 radically different environments, from the real to the fantasic – jungle, snow mountains, spaceship, bunker, and an alien city
• 6 weapons: Assault rifle, shotgun, sniper rifle, handgun, rocket launcher and plasma gun – plus grenades & machine gun turrets in certain levels
• An intense drama sustained by transitional cinematics and character voices
• Full 3D rendered environments enhanced by highly detailed graphics
• 3 control schemes
• Customizable interface

MULTIPLAYER MODE

• Play locally or online via Wi-Fi or Local Bluetooth connection
• 1-4 player Deathmatch (1-2 players via Bluetooth connection)
• 5 different maps
• Play against your friends or the entire world through Gameloft LIVE!
• Worldwide leaderboards in the game & on the official website , www.near-orbit-vanguard-alliance.com

[Source:iPhonefreakz]