Let's face it - there is something about shooting off a slingshot and breaking things that is just plain old fun. Let's Break Stuff for the BlackBerry PlayBook lets you do just that. Armed with only your slingshot, you'll go through various levels firing at glasses, bottles, plates and more as you try to just, well, break stuff. You'll have to hit 100% breakage on each level to progress, which isn't as easy as it seems. Overall this is a great time killer and an awesome way to vent out some daily frustrration. Let's Break Stuff is available in BlackBerry App World for $1.99. A free lite is also available.

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3D flying shooter Pirate Wings has made its way to the BlackBerry PlayBook. The game has been available on iOS for quite some time, and this is a direct port of that version (as noted by the "turn your iPhone" notice I got during the tutorial). Pirate Wings puts you inside a Star Fox-like ship while you race around 3D environments collecting powerups and firing off missles and mines.

Features include: 

• Races mode with 9 race circuits, 3 different environments (Canyons, Underwater world, Outer Space), 5 characters and 12 ships available for 3 levels of difficulty. Use your lasers, missiles, mines and boost to finish first.
• Story Mode where you'll discover the incredible adventure of Raoul, a canyon pilot who will ally with the space pirates to avoid the trap of the defiant commander Burp in 13 original missions.
• Ghost mode to improve your lap time and compare your scores online.

I'm really digging the game thus far. The controls are a bit tough at first, but once you get the hang of it they aren't too bad. We'll have a full review coming along shortly, but if you want to check out Pirate Wings for yourself, you can grab it for $4.99 in BlackBerry App World.

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Looking to load up your BlackBerry PlayBook with some games? If so, XIMAD is currently having a massive sale right now on all their greatest hits for the BlackBerry PlayBook. Yup, someone at the XIMAD office went a little nutty and dropped all prices down to the low, low cost of $.99 cents. Go getchoo some while the sale lasts!

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Gaming has never really been something that BlackBerry was known for. We've had the old-standby Brickbreaker since the start as well as a few good games here and there, but we never had the "latest and greatest". When the BlackBerry PlayBook was released, BlackBerry fans everywhere were overjoyed and gaming on the BlackBerry platform changed forever. With the new hardware, we could now have our share of great games as well. Things have come a long way in the last year, and moving forward to BlackBerry 10, it looks like they won't be slowing down.

At BlackBerry World 2012 this year there was a huge BlackBerry 10 vibe, but more so there was a great buzz about gaming. Plenty of big game companies like Marmalade and Gameloft were showing their support and excitement for the BlackBerry 10 platform, and that itself is truly something to look forward to.

As BlackBerry 10 approaches, more and more game companies are getting on board and either making new games for the platform, or porting existing titles over since RIM has been making it so easy to do so. Keep reading and we'll take a quick look at what we can expect for gaming on BlackBerry 10.

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We first heard about Lara Croft and the Guardian of light quite a while ago, but it's been sitting high on my "want" list all along. Today we get a nice surprise as the game is finally available for download in BlackBerry App World. I've only been playing it for a few minutes, but I can already say I'm hooked - and totally pumped to play through it.

Join Lara as she ventures deep into the jungles of central America in search of the Mirror of Smoke, a powerful artefact from a lost age. Whoever wields this item holds the future of mankind in his hands, with the power to rid the world of light. With the Mirror now in the hands of Xolotl, the God of Darkness, Lara and Totec, the Guardian of the Mirror, have until sunrise to defeat him or else plunge the world once again into an age of darkness. 

The 3D graphics are awesome and it runs super smooth on the PlayBook. If you're at all a Tomb Raider fan (and honestly, who isn't?) then you should definitiely pick this one up. Grab it for $3.99 in BlackBerry App World.

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CrackBerry's guide to the best free apps for your BlackBerry smartphone.

Looking for the best free BlackBerry apps? You've come to the right place. There are loads of great free apps for your BlackBerry that are just a few clicks away. There are great media apps like Slacker Radio and Pandora, utilities like BeBuzz and Dropbox, social networking apps like Twitter, Facebook and foursquare, and many more. While your device has some great stuff out of the box, you'll surely want to load up some more apps before long. Keep reading and we'll check out some of the best free BlackBerry apps to get you started.

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First Angry Birds and Bejeweled, and now Plants vs. Zombies is coming to the BlackBerry PlayBook? The trifecta of casual gaming is nearly complete! While we did get a quick look at it during CES, EA has announced that the home-defense/gardening strategy game is now available on RIM's tablet. Unfortunately, there still isn't a live link in BlackBerry App World. 

The game includes 50 levels, throughout which you need to pick and chose from an array of defensive plants that attack hordes of ill-equipped zombies. Some have snorkeling gear to get through the pool, others have pole vaults to get over your Wall-nuts, while others still have bungee cords to bypass all of your carefully placed plants. Collect sunshine points as they randomly pop up so you can keep planting, and collect cash to upgrade your armory of vicious flora.

No word on pricing yet, but I would expect it in the $7 range. It's worth it, trust me. EA's blog post is pasted after the jump. 

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Looking for an awesome game to jam away on this weekend for your PlayBook? Head on over to BlackBerry App World and grab Pew Pew if you haven't already. If you've ever played Geometry Wars then this vector shoot em will bring back memories and will have you wasting a good many hours trying to unlock ships, win medals and get the highest score on the leader board. After having played the iOS and Android versions, it's pretty awesome to have it arrive on the BlackBerry PlayBook and just like on those platforms, it's available for free. Retro gaming style at its finest.

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When popular titles from other platforms make their way onto BlackBerry we tend to get rather excited, and for me that was definitely the case when Backbreaker 2 Vengeance arrived in BlackBerry AppWorld for the BlackBerry PlayBook. For those unfamiliar with this title it is a football game but with its very own style, you aren't playing team verse team but instead it is a 1 on 1 style game play.  You can chose whether to take an offensive stance in which you need to avoid getting tackled and make it through some obstacles to score a touchdown or you can go for the defensive approach and prevent the computer from being able to score on you. 

The game utilizes both on screen controlls as well as the gyroscope of the device so you will have to tilt the device from side to side to control where your player goes. With the on screen controls you can juke left and right as well as spins in each direction, and if you are feeling really good about passing the defenders you can showboat a little as well for some extra points.

What I like most about the game is that you aren't playing a four quarter full length game here, but instead quick little matches so if you want to pick it up for a few minutes and then put it back down you are able to do so. For only $2.99 you can have yourself a game with amazing graphics, interactive game play and hours of fun. Hit the link below for full details and to grab a copy for yourself.

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During the past couple of weeks Magmic has been churning out not only OS 7 themes but games as well. Their newest edition, Blackjack King BETA, is an awesome card game that looks and feels just like their successful Texas Hold'em King Live application. As this is a BETA there a couple of bugs but they are encouraging you to send in your feedback before its official launch.

Blackjack King plays great on my BlackBerry Bold 9900 and overall is perfect for passing the time. Animations are smooth and I seem to be on a winning streak unlike other casino games I've played where the dealer always wins. It comes packed with a ton of features including earning achievements and trophies and choosing between the regular game or their daily challenge. You have the choice of purchasing chips or logging into your account each day to earn chips for free.

Features

• Daily Challenges
• Achievements
• 30 Stylish Avatars to choose from
• 8 standard decks
• Twitter integration to share your scores with your followers

It's compatible with BlackBerry 8520/30, 93XX, 9500, 97XX, 98XX, and 99XX and is FREE in BlackBerry App World while its in Beta. With its great graphics, seamless play and hours of fun, what more can you ask for? Be sure to check it out before all your achievements are reset. Just note you'll need to create an account first before you can play.

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If you're looking for a game to keep you busy over the Christmas holiday season then why not try the fruit slicing and dicing game, Fruit Ninja Bash by Pepper.pk. The game premise is that you're a Ninja off to on a quest to slicing all the fruit across China that have been poisoned by the evil spirit Orochi. You must restore all the fruit gardens back to their former glory. So, let's get those finger sharpened and get swiping slicing some fruit.

There's Story Mode where you are a Ninja on the quest. Beware the bombs that get thrown into the mix. Slice three bombs and it's game over. You are also given five lives. If you fail to slice a fruit then that's a life gone. You can also rack up combos by slicing three or more fruit in one swipe. You will also find a pepper thrown in the mix that will give you 100 points if you can get it.

A recent update of the game brought about Arcade mode where you just enjoy playing the game with no quest. You still have to avoid the bombs and you still have five lives. 

Fruit Ninja Bash is currently on sale through App World for $0.99. So, hurry while the price cut is still available.

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Contest: The developer of Fruit Ninja Bash, Pepper.pk, has sent us 50 free copies to pass on to you guys! To enter, leave a comment below. The contest ends Sunday at midnight PST. Good luck!  

After its original release for the Storm2 way back when, Tank Recon 3D recently made its way to newer touchscreen BlackBerry 7 devices. It has been a big hit all the way, and now those of you looking to get some action on the BlackBerry PlayBook can do just that as Tank Recon 3D is now available in BlackBerry App World. Put yourself in the drivers seat as you take out enemy tanks, planes, guns and more. Rock out in the campaign or survival mode and see if you're up to the challenge. 

Features include:

• Real-time 3D graphics.
• 2 Campaigns with 4 missions each.
• Instant action with Survival and Ambush Mode.
• 3 difficulty levels (Normal, Hard and Mental).
• 14 different enemy units.
• 6 different power ups.
• Save and resume your game.
• Choose between sound effects or music.
• Use your own music for the soundtrack by using a Media Player Playlist.

Tank Recon 3D is available now in BlackBerry App World for $4.99. Keep reading for some screen shots.

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Tank Recon 3D first popped up over a year ago for the BlackBerry Storm2 and after a long overdue update is now available for the BlackBerry Bold 9900/9930, Torch 9810 and Torch 9850/9860. This first person tank shooter features real-time 3D graphics that make it one of the most fun games on the platform.

Piloting your new advanced tank, code named Alpha, you will be shooting it out with various units such as tanks, planes, AT guns and more. Fire your main cannon and watch as the enemy explodes into pieces. Use your guided missiles to bring down enemy planes or anything else that needs blowing up!

Tank Recon 3D allows you to choose between Mission and Survival mode. Jump right into the action with Survival mode and see how long you can survive. The longer you last the harder the enemy units become. When you're done, submit your high score to the Internet for bragging rights.

Play Story Mode to go on various missions that will ultimately decide whether you defeat the Evil Hepion forces or explode trying. Playing through the missions takes time and is no easy task but fortunately the game supports saving your progress at any point. If you do manage to complete the missions, try them again but this time choose Hard or even Mental!

I've been rocking Tank Recon 3D on my Bold 9930 for a few days now and I absolutely love it. The touchscreen controls are easy and super responsive and the game features loads of replay value. A new version for the BlackBerry Playbook should be on the way very soon as well. Hit the link below for more info.

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If you've ever been out at a long all-night party, BBQ, frat part or whatever - you know that there are times you want to rock out some new drinking games but just aren't sure what to play. You have some comitted to memory, but playing them over and over gets a bit dry. Enter The Ultimate Drinking App for BlackBerry. This free app will leave you wondering no more. Enter the number of people playing and some other info and the app will throw back some suggested games complete with easy to understand rules. With over 100 games this app is certainly going to be the hit of your next party. Remember kids - you must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol.

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If you're into bubble shooter style games, then XIMAD has just what you are looking for. Their latest game, Ninja Shooter is now for BlackBerry smartphones and features classic bubble shooter aspects using panda bears and ninjas this time around. Like all XIMAD games thus far, the graphics are well done and gameplay can range from easy to hard. From their press release:

Prepare for hours of fun with this creative twist on the classic game Bubble Shooter! The feud between Pandas and Ninjas is very old. So old in fact, that no one remembers when it started. We do however remember what’s more sacred… The Panda. And that just means one thing, those sneaky and violent Ninjas NEED to go! With your help, we can get rid of the nasty Ninjas, preserve our lovely peace-loving Pandas, and protect their freedom! Match three or more Ninjas of the same color to remove them from the field, earning points for each removed ninja. Pandas will turn to ninja of any color and can help you to win the game! Good luck and let the fun begin!

Ninja Shooter is available now in BlackBerry App World for only $1.99, hit the app world link below for the full run down of available devices.

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