''Touchgrind'' is a series of skateboarding simulation games developed and published by Swedish studio

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. The first game released for

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on October 15, 2008, with a version for

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released not long after the product's launch on March 31, 2010. A sequel, ''Touchgrind Skate 2'', was released on November 21, 2013 for both iOS and

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devices. The game allows players to control a variety of different skateboards to complete tricks and score points or take part in competitions to beat your high score. Following the success of the game, a spin-off series titled ''Touchgrind BMX'' was released on May 26, 2011, with a sequel ''Touchgrind BMX 2'' being released on April 11, 2018. A second spin-off, ''Touchgrind Scooter'', was released on June 10, 2021.

Gameplay

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. Tricks can be completed by using different finger motions, such as releasing the front and then back finger from the screen to complete an

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or swiping the front finger downwards to do a flip. Points are earned for completing and combining different tricks, as well as for using map elements such as ramps and rails. Different boards are available to unlock, with certain boards having special attributes. Touchgrind Skate 2 introduces a number of improvements to the series, including challenges, board customisation and a turn-based multiplayer mode.

Reception

''Touchgrind''

The original ''Touchgrind'' received above-average reviews according to the

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'' wrote of the original game, "Touchgrind is a fun, challenging application that takes a different approach to the skateboarding genre. Casual gamers who are used to glitzy stunts and stunning visuals won't find it here. Instead, players who seek difficulty and realistic physics will enjoy the exacting and addictive nature of the game." ''AppSpy.com'' noted, "IllusionLabs clearly worked hard trying to translate everything great about skate culture into their game. Aside from a slick skate themed presentation, the skateboard itself has been recreated with stunningly realistic physics for an iPhone game."

''Touchgrind BMX''

''Touchgrind BMX'' received "generally favorable reviews" according to the review aggregation website

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''Touchgrind Skate 2''

''Touchgrind Skate 2'' received "favorable" reviews according to Metacritic.

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