Archive for the ‘News’ Category

11 Feb, 2009

Chuck Update Coming Soon

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

The latest version of Chuck adds:

30 new easy levels
15 user-created levels
iPod compatibility
Improved instructions
A couple minor UI improvements
Sounds in the level editor

We submitted Chuck v1.3 to Apple last night, so we expect the next version to arrive in the App Store on Monday at the latest.
Congratulations to the winners of our level design contest who each [...]

06 Feb, 2009

Chuck the Ball Level Design Contest!

Posted by: Tim Moser In: News

So, you’ve guided Chuck through a bunch of levels. You’ve gathered stars, avoided spikes, moved boulders, sunk marbles, and skated past black holes. It wasn’t always easy, but hey, you’ve got some mad finger-swiping skills.
- BUT -
Do you have what it takes to mastermind
a part of Chuck’s journey?
Makeshift Games is calling all Chuck fans to [...]

05 Feb, 2009

Chuck on Sale for $1.99

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

Chuck the Ball goes on sale today for just $1.99. Now you have no excuse. Hurry over to the App Store and get your copy today.

04 Feb, 2009

Chuck Featured in App Store

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

The stars have aligned (pun intended) and Apple has featured Chuck in the App Store.  We are super excited to see so many people play our game.  Player reviews of the game continue to be overwhelmingly positive and Chuck maintains a strong 4.5 rating.  Go Chuck go!

31 Jan, 2009

Chuck the Ball LITE – Available Now

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

We finally made it through Apple’s review process with Chuck the Ball LITE. In case you hadn’t heard, Apple is a little inconsistent when it comes to approving LITE versions of apps. Anyway, it’s here now, so what are you waiting for? Go get Chuck the Ball Lite and see what you’ve [...]

26 Jan, 2009

Chuck the Ball v1.2 Available Now

Posted by: admin In: News

The latest update brings an in-game level editor, improved menus, and a dramatically smaller install size.

Thanks to everyone who participated in our promo code giveaway over at Touch Arcade.  Your promo codes will be sent over shortly.
Be sure to visit Chuck in the App Store and over at chucktheball.com

21 Jan, 2009

Huge Chuck Update

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

Version 1.2 of Chuck the Ball is almost here.  We submitted the update to Apple today, so it should arrive within the next few days.  Once again, almost all of the features in this version are based on community feedback.  The biggest feature is a built-in level editor that allows players to create up to [...]

21 Jan, 2009

Chuck the Ball LITE

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

After much consideration, we have decided to release a free, LITE version of Chuck.  Our decision is based on two things:  First, Chuck is a great game and we are convinced that if people play it, they will want to buy it.  Second, the number of LITE version success stories increases daily.  Here’s hoping Apple [...]

16 Jan, 2009

Chuck the Ball v1.1 Released

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

Version 1.1 includes an all new play mode called Freeplay.  Freeplay is designed to provide a more laid-back style of play for beginners and casual gamers.  Thanks again to all the community members over at Touch Arcade for the valuable feedback.
Visit Chuck on his web site or in the App Store.

09 Jan, 2009

Chuck the Ball Available in the App Store

Posted by: jamesj3k In: News

For the last few months, we’ve been working on an iPhone/iPod Touch game called Chuck the Ball.  It’s a puzzle game that features a ball named Chuck, who’s trying to collect lost stars.
The game has 100 levels, in which you’ll help Chuck get the stars while snagging bonuses and avoiding hazards.  Level difficulty ranges from [...]


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