Since its launch back in September, Game Center has encouraged us to compete against anyone worldwide on our wireless wonders. Nevertheless, there's a wealth of titles out there with awesome multiplayer modes that don't tap into Apple's social gaming network.
These oft-overlooked gems provide brilliantly competitive fun over online wi-fi, allowing you to test your mettle against the international community without the publisher incorporating Game Center.
But which are the Top 5 multiplayer iPhone games NOT on Game Centre?
There's no doubt in Qi's mind that this social lot should keep you and your iPhone friends - wherever they may be - entertained throughout the festive season.
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Tilting a marble through a maze may seem like a simple concept, but Illusion Labs's compulsive title raises it to an art form. With four player wi-fi possible from the get-go, what better way to get the New Year ball rolling? |
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Not only is Let's Golf! 2 the tidiest and most charismatic golf sim on the App Store, but it also sports seamless wi-fi multiplayer. Head-to-head match play and four-player stroke games are available for fans of the Westwood. |
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Gameloft's take on the Halo-style space marine shooter, N.O.V.A. 2 packs an impressive ten player wi-fi mode. Gorgeous graphics and frantic action guarantee you the best online deathmatch experience on iPhone. Frag 'em and tag 'em. |
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And carrying on the sporting theme, Gameloft's esteemed footballing franchise smashed one into the roof of the net last season. Thanks to its FIFPro licence, Real Soccer 2010 boasts 245 teams over 8 leagues. Oh, and online multiplayer...naturally enough. |
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Tapulous's addictive rhythm-action title has you tapping and shaking along to your favourite pop tunes. Extra songs and themes can be downloaded in-app, ensuring that the tap-happy multiplayer party never has to end. Be careful not to get too carried away with the Bieber, mind. |
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