100% Toys

It’s almost the end of the year, so here at Pocket Gamer we’ve been allowed to bring in games! True enough, we’ve got loads of mobile games strewn about the place, but tradition dictates that we entertain each other with dice, counters, a game board and pretend money.

But for some reason we tend to flinch when our video games are placed within the ‘toy’ bracket. Perhaps we don’t like the childish connotations that come with the word toy, but really there’s no reason for us to balk at the concept.

The likes of Monopoly, Cluedo and Game of Life have provided the foundations for a great many adventure and strategy games, while Jenga, Uno and Pass the Pigs capture the essence of quick, physical games that translate so well to the mobile platform.

Toys are an intrinsic link to our past and a valuable learning tool. If it weren’t for a youthful fascination with toys, we’d probably never have developed our interest in video games, so we thought that Christmas was the perfect time to look at 100% Mobile Toys. It’s playtime!

The 100% Toys

Trivia Mega Pack (Mr Goodliving) Trivial Pursuit Genus and Trivial Pursuit Music together in one game. Both of these games will keep you by your mobile for hours. Trivial Pursuit Genus Edition is the new classic edition for mobile. Trivial Pursuit Music Edition is the digital music revolution. Get ready for some hugely addictive gaming action. Read the Trivia Mega Pack review
Pass the Pigs (THQ) Try your luck using pigs as dice! Players must throw two model pigs, how the little porkers land will determine your score. Each turn lasts until the player rolls the pigs in a way that wipes out their current turn score or they decide to stop their turn. The top hog is the first player to score a total of 100. Read the Pass the Pigs review
Jenga (I-play) The famous game for family and friends, is now coming to mobile. The unpredictable, quick playing, tactical game that combines suspense and risk-taking, where mounting anticipation comes to a crashing climax. With sophisticated physics, intuitive console controls and a multitude of play options, this hopes to grab you to your mobile for hours. Read the Jenga review
Disney Board Games Master (Disney) Disney Board Games Master offers a trio of boardgame classics - Reversi, Checkers, and Four-in-a-Row - in an all-new format made just for mobile. Play in single play or in the content-rich, 27-level campaign against three AI's with distinct mindsets that take the game in different directions every time. 18 self-standing puzzles, lots of customisable features and more make this old-skool game suite ever-new! Read the Disney Board Games Master review
Uno 2 in 1 (Player X) Uno Challenge faithfully recreates the classic card formula. Match the colours, numbers or symbols to get rid of your hand. Watch out! If you can't make a match, you'll have to pick up another card. Uno Freefall combines the card game with an arcade puzzler. Match the falling tiles and use special tiles to unleash huge chain combos. Read the Uno 2 in 1 review
Etch-a-Sketch (Player X) Explore the mysterious world of Doodle Caves and guide the loveable Knobbie on his quest through mystical arcade action. Also features crazy drawing game modes. Play. Create. Share. Be Inspired. Read the Etch-a-Sketch review
Monopoly Here & Now (EA Mobile) The seminal property tycoon boardgame gets a modern twist. Again. Now under the EA Mobile banner (previously released by Glu in 2006), this new version features all-new locations from today's world. Read the Monopoly Here & Now review
Monopoly (EA Mobile) With all the original locations, tokens and rules, Monopoly recreates the flavour, feel and deal-making action of the world's most popular boardgame. The game features the boardgame's fresh new look for 2008, including for the first time Monopoly's very own currency. Choose from all your old favourite tokens, get deal making and own it all to win! Read the Monopoly review
The Game of Life (EA Mobile) Pick a car, choose your character and get ready for the highs and lows of The Game of Life. Do you want to take the path of education or jump straight into a career at the bottom of the ladder? Whether you're a doctor, a rock star or an accountant, your goal is to secure your financial future and retire in comfort. But be careful, landing on the wrong spot could cost you a fortune! Read the The Game of Life review
Cluedo (EA) As an aspiring journalist, you must solve the mysterious murder of Black. Search his fabulous house in the hills and uncover the secrets that his devious guests are hiding and record clues with a Crime Map. Discover who did it, where, and with what weapon to earn stars and advance your journalism career. Was it Mustard in the study with the candlestick? Discover the secrets!
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Four ways to get 100% from your mobile gaming

100% Mobile isn't only about delivering the best games. The service also offers a whole host of new ways to get hold of them.

You don't have to pay a one-off charge for your mobile gaming thrills. 100% mobile has plenty of ways for you to enjoy the entertainment on your own terms.

Try Before You Buy: Not sure if the game's really what you're after? Then download a completely free demo version to test it out first.

Discover this now on the O2 UK www.100percent-mobile.com portal or check out our handy 'How to' guide to try b4u buy on 100% Mobile.

Pay Per Play: Remember those arcade machines at the seaside? This is just the same principle. Rather than stumping up the whole price up front, you just pay a small fee for each time you play a game.

Discover this now on the O2 UK www.100percent-mobile.com portal or check out our handy 'How to' guide to pay per play on 100% Mobile.

Rental: Faced with a long train journey and think you'll be able to finish the game in a day? Why not simply rent the title for 24 hours?

Discover this now on the O2 UK www.100percent-mobile.com portal or check out our handy 'How to' guide showing you how to rent games on 100% Mobile.

Subscription: The perfect option for people who want to change games every couple of days, the subscription model allows you to pay for the days you want the game. You can cancel at any time.

Discover this now on the O2 UK www.100percent-mobile.com portal or check out our handy 'How to' guide to subscription on 100% Mobile.

Note: 100% Mobile is currently only available to O2 customers in the UK. Hopefully we'll see more of it soon!