Pass the Pigs trots out onto the iPhone

We took a look at the mobile version of Pass the Pigs about a month ago, and quite enjoyed the rather obscure bacon-backed casino antics. Now THQ Wireless has pushed the pork out onto the App Store, at £2.99, with a new accelerometer control added to the meat of the gameplay.

"The launch of Pass the Pigs marks a new commitment by THQ Wireless to bring casual, mass-market games to the mobile arena," said Adam Comiskey, vice president of THQ Wireless. "It's a hugely fun and entertaining game with one-button controls and we think fans of casual games will enjoy this quick-play format."

Using the new 'shake 'n roll' technology, the harder you rattle your iPhone, the more your porky friends will bounce about the screen and hopefully land you a winning score. Assuming your handset doesn't fly out of your hand and into the nearest wall.

The iPhone version of Pass the Pigs also brings a new mode to the brand: Pig´s Life. Here you'll encounter a unique 'life path' game mechanic taking you through four phases of a pig's life. Choices based on love, wisdom or money combine to unravel a variety of possible story combinations. As the players progress through the game, they can also unlock vibrant hats and disguises for their pig to wear, from Disco-Pig to Robo-Pig.

You know, it sounds just insane enough to work. Hit 'Buy It!' to find out.