You are encouraged to use these resources to describe Crayon Ball on the iPhone. Of course, you are welcome to take your own screenshots, videos, and write your own descriptions of the game, but these might save you some effort.

Video Resources:

Screenshots:

These screenshots were taken while playing the game, and they are full size and losslessly compressed pngs.

Requirements:

  • Crayon Ball works with iPhone 3G, the original iPhone, and iPod touch.

Press Releases:

May 29th, 2009 We've renamed ScribBall to Crayon Ball for both the desktop and iPhone versions. The below press releases are in their original form.

Dec 1st, 2008 (Shoreview, MN)
Howling Moon Software releases ScribBall 1.1 for iPhone and iPod Touch

Howling Moon Software has released ScribBall 1.1, an update to their arcade game for iPhone and iPod Touch. Utilizing simple touch controls with realistic physics, ScribBall is an addictive, yet easy-to-learn tumbling ball arcade/puzzle game. By leveraging the iPhone's unique abilities and interface, ScribBall makes full use of the tilt feature. As gamers move their iPhone from side to side, the balls will tumble and roll naturally as they fall.

ScribBall is the iPhone adaptation of the Mac version. Driven by a simple point-and-click interface, ScribBall is easy to learn. When a group of four colored balls touch, they will pop and an avalanche of new balls will tumble in to take their place. Quickly and strategically tap out a few balls to set up the next match even before they settle into place. If gamers are swift enough, they'll add to an ever growing combo.

Version 1.1 sports many new improvements and polish throughout. ScribBall now pauses and can be resumed when users receive a call. And by improving upon efficiency, the new version leaves room for more special effects; there are now three times as many particles. ScribBall boasts a variety of special effect balls, such as the explosion ball, the wildcard ball, and the locked ball. These added elements were the most requested feature and have added a new level of game play.

Highlights include:

  • New special balls featuring explosions, wildcards, locked balls, and more
  • Realistic physics - balls tumble and roll as they fall
  • Easy to pick up addictive gameplay
  • Change the direction the balls fall by tilting your iPhone
  • Fun hand-drawn graphics
"This latest release adds variety and depth to the game," cites Andy Korth, co-founder of Howling Moon. "A lot of people missed the powerup balls from the Mac version, and I'm glad we've got them on the iPhone now. We've addressed the number one customer request by bringing in the special balls, and I'm sure everyone will love it."

Pricing and Availability:
To commemorate this update, for a limited time ScribBall 1.1 will be on sale for 99 cents (normally priced at $3.99 USD) and available exclusively through Apple's App Store.

Links: Based in Shoreview, Minnesota, Howling Moon Software is a privately funded company co-founded in 2008 by Scott Lembcke and Andy Korth. Both are alumni of the University of Minnesota, Morris, and graduated in Computer Science in 2007. With an focus on the Mac and iPhone platforms, Howling Moon's devoted to creating quality software. Copyright 2008 Howling Moon Software. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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Sept 16th, 2008 (Shoreview, MN)
Howling Moon Software announces an iPhone version of their popular Mac game, ScribBall.

ScribBall is an arcade/puzzle game with all of the addictive fun of the Mac version. The simple touch controls and realistic physics make for an easy-to-learn and intuitive game. Furthermore, ScribBall makes full use of the tilt feature, so as you move your iPhone or iPod from side to side, the balls will tumble and roll just like you'd expect.

Highlights include:

  • Realistic physics - balls tumble and roll as they fall
  • Easy to pick up addictive gameplay
  • Change the direction the balls fall by tilting your iPhone
  • Fun hand-drawn graphics
When a group of four colored balls touch, they will pop and an avalanche of new balls will tumble in to take their place. Quickly and strategically tap out a few balls to set up the next match even before they settle into place. If your fingers are swift enough, you'll add to an ever growing combo. This requires a bit of planning as every tap brings you closer to game over.

ScribBall for the iPhone is based off the Mac game of the same name. "Developing for the iPhone really challenged us to redesign our game, and we're really pleased with how we changed our gameplay to make the most of the features of the iPhone, and still working within the limitations of the small screen and processing power. In the end, I think ScribBall is more fun than ever!" said co-founder Andy Korth.

ScribBall is only $3.99 (USD) and available exclusively through Apple's App Store. ScribBall works with iPhone 3G, the original iPhone, and iPod touch.

Links: Howling Moon Software is a Minnesota software development company devoted to creating quality software with a focus on the Mac and iPhone. It was co-founded by Scott Lembcke and Andy Korth. Both are alumni of the University of Minnesota, Morris. They graduated in Computer Science in 2007.
Copyright 2008 Howling Moon Software. All Rights Reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer in the U.S. and/or other countries.

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