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Finally I have finished the new promotional video for Puzzle Blox Arcade! and managed to upload it to YouTube. Hope you like it

The final release of Puzzle Blox Arcade! should be just a few days away now. Stay tuned!

Hi folks!

If everything goes well then this is the final beta of Puzzle Blox Arcade! The full release should be available on Google™ Android Market pretty soon then

Changes in Puzzle Blox Arcade! 2.0.3:

• Fixed various layout issues in the high score dialog and list view
• Support of Android 1.6 “Donut” including all screen resolution types
• Improved online error reporting

You can download the latest release of Puzzle Blox Arcade! here:

http://android.rabold.org/download/PuzzleBloxArcade-beta-2.0.3b.apk

Or via SlideMe.org or AndAppStore.com.

Sorry, but I cannot provide any updates for the Google™ Android market yet as this is a pure beta version. However, all former and new purchases of Puzzle Blox will be able upgrade to this version for FREE once it is officially released to the market.

Enjoy!

I have just uploaded another beta update to Puzzle Blox Arcade!

A lot of issues have been fixed and various parts of the game and menu structure have been polished. Here’s a short change list:

• Improved touch screen reaction and precision
• Automatic update notification (can be disabled via Options screen)
• Open Puzzle Blox web site in case Google™ Android market place cannot be found on the device
• Better support for non-official Android ROMs (alternative versions of the Android operating system like CyanogenMod and others)
• Online error reporting can be disabled via Options screen
• Lowered default high scores
• Some animation effects overhauled
• Stability improvements
• Optimized file size

You can download the latest release of Puzzle Blox Arcade! here:

http://android.rabold.org/download/PuzzleBloxArcade-beta-2.0.2.apk

Or via SlideMe.org or AndAppStore.com.

Sorry, but I cannot provide any updates for the Google™ Android market yet as this is a pure beta version. However, all former and new purchases of Puzzle Blox will be able upgrade to this version for FREE once it is officially released to the market.

Enjoy!

André

Puzzle Blox Arcade!

Hurray! It’s done

After endless hours of work I have prepared a sneak preview of Puzzle Blox Arcade! for you. It’s feature complete though it still requires a lot of testing and bug fixing. If you like then you can download the beta version from the link below:

http://android.rabold.org/download/PuzzleBloxArcade-beta-2.0.1.apk

Note that you have to install it manually on your device as Puzzle Blox Arcade! is not yet available on Android market. For a short how-to please consult the support web page.

I’m eager to hear some feedback from you! Don’t hesitate to contact me either via the about page or directly via email. Hope you enjoy the beta and here are some more screens for you:

Have fun!

André

Update September 30th: Puzzle Blox Arcade! beta is available via slideme.org and andappstore.com now, too.

Today I have some news about the upcoming Puzzle Blox release! I got a lot of interests in it so here’s what I can share with you so far. The new Puzzle Blox will come in two flavors:

• Puzzle Blox - All the Puzzle Blox you already know including two new play modes Arcade and Challenge, new graphics, new sound effects, more levels and more fun. This upgrade will be available for FREE for all existing users of Puzzle Blox.
• Puzzle Blox Arcade! - Completely FREE game including the brand new unlimited Arcade play mode. This is not a demo or trial version but a full game! And it includes over a dozen of demo levels of the original Puzzle Blox game. Puzzle Blox Arcade!

New game modes:

• Arcade!: The screen will start filling with blox continuously. Remove groups of three or more adjacent blox by tapping the screen before it fills up completely. Try tilting and twisting your mobile to regroup the blox to achieve even bigger combos! Ideal for casual gaming in the tram or while waiting for your lunch.
• Puzzle: Classic Puzzle Blox with 100 tricky levels to solve in 4 difficulties. This is Puzzle Blox at its best!
• Challenge: Puzzle mode is not challenging enough? Then try playing against the clock, solve levels with only a minimum of moves, achieve big combos or beat the high scores in this brand new game mode.

New graphics and two completely new themes:

• Aztec takes you to the legendary treasures of Middle and South America.
• Retro was designed in the spirit of golden video games era in the 80th and turns your mobile into a classical handheld gaming device!

The new Puzzle Blox and Puzzle Blox Arcade release is expected to hit Android market within the next few weeks. Currently I’m polishing the graphics and game play and will start a Beta phase very soon. While waiting for the final release check out some teasing screen shots below:

Hope you enjoy

André

Martin from thisandroidlife.blogspot.com has posted a pretty nice review of Puzzle Blox yesterday. It’s always nice to hear that people actually like what I’m doing. You might want to check out his blog for continuous news about the Android platform, new rumors, phones and app reviews.

Have fun!
André

Today I have uploaded a very small update to Puzzle Blox Lite before Im leaving for vacations tomorrow. Not much new here but the file size has been slightly reduced for faster download and installation. It is available from Google Android Market. Alternative locations and app stores will be updated one after another.

A major update to both Puzzle Blox and WiFi Buddy is still underway and I promise to upload a video and some teasing screen shots after I’m back from my camping trip I received some valuable feedback the last weeks and now working hard to get everything implemented and polished. Hope you will enjoy the update!

Enjoy!
André

Hi folks! I’m working on the next major update for Puzzle Blox which will incorporate new game modes, more levels, some new graphic sets and a new icon. Latter one I like to show you today:

What do you think of it? Like it? Hate it? Tell me your opinion!

Like the new icon design?

• Yes, absolutely!
• Still needs some work...
• Naaa, it hurts my eyes!
• Honestly I don't care!

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