Jetpack Joyride for Android lands on the Google Play store

Jetpack Joyride, a fun-filled adventure game has made its way as a free app on the Google Play store. Initially launched for iOS last year, the game came to the Amazon Appstore just last month.

Developed by Half Brick Studios, creators of the highly popular slicing-dicing game Fruit Ninja, Android gamers can now play as Barry Steakfries,a disgruntled bureaucrat who breaks in to a secret laboratory and runs amok dodging dangerous objects like zappers, lasers, electricity fields and even guided missiles.

Barry is equipped with a jetpack powered by machine gun propulsions to begin with, that help him on his missions. Players will see themselves running and elevating most of the time. They can tap anywhere on the screen to allow Barry to ascend upwards and release to come back to the ground.. The game offers many interesting missions like 'high-five 10 scientists in a run' or 'run 500m without collecting coins' and much more. Completing three missions in a row takes upgrades barry's rank, that starts from 'Beginner'.

The difficulty creeps in when the game becomes speedier and challenges your reflexes as you cover more distance. Gamers can collect coins to purchase utilities from 'The Stash' which includes other jetpacks, snazzy outfits for Barry and can even stock up on items for later use. While running, players can also collect slot spin tokens that reward extra coins, a boost on the next run or even a second chance.

Players will get a boost of speed and power using the Lil' Stomper, Profit Bird and Crazy Freaking Teleporter, just a selection of the vehicles pickups available, all playable with one touch controls. These are upgradable with coin magnets or shiny gold plating to add more style.

So head on over to the Google Play store now and have a blast with Barry!

Check out the official launch trailer of Jetpack Joyride (iOS) to get an idea of what the game's all about.