Jason Hill writes: "It's fortunate that PopCap makes family friendly "casual" games rather than those insidious poker machines that pollute our pubs and clubs, otherwise we might all be a lot poorer.
PopCap's designers are masters at creating simple games that are incredibly addictive.
Peggle players will know first-hand how adept PopCap is at plugging into our base instincts. There's the beautiful balance of skill and chance that compels you to try "just one more time", the thrilling drum roll and camera zoom as the ball approaches its final target, and the exultant rendition of Beethoven's Ode to Joy as you complete a level."
Sometimes the week of new releases from casual publisher Big Fish Games is just missing a little much-needed magic. When that happens, Gamers-Association.com goes back to review and remind you of the best casual games ever made. This time, it's Peggle Nights.
XMNR: The Xbox LIVE Deal of the Week starting Tuesday, May 29 slashes a host of PopCap games in half. This includes addictive titles like Bejeweled 3, Peggle and Plants vs. Zombies.
The Quality index highlights the best pass 'n' play games on iPhone, and sits back for the fireworks.
The competition is fierce, as Jenga, Monopoly, and Scrabble fail to make the grade.
Peggle, DrawRace, and Connect 4 take the hotseats on this occasion.
