This game is definitely one of the surprises we saw from GDC 2010 and yesterday, it arrived for both the iPhone and the iPad with the latter getting some cooler features. IUGO’s puzzler ESCAPE: Norm’s World XL launches for FREE*:

This puzzle game should be a breathe of fresh air for IUGO fans. It’s a step out of their “comfort zone” by going for minimalist color and design instead of the eye popping colors. Don’t fret though because the game’s totally fun just like many of their iPhone games!

Features:

• Endless levels and gameplay
• 3 difficulty levels for replayability
• Unlimited Easy puzzles are FREE!
• Medium and Hard levels are 99¢
• Simple controls for all ages
• Minimalist graphics for maximum appeal
• Unique cerebral game play complimented by relaxing audio and visual effects
• Surprisingly addictive!

iPad Specific Features:

• Versus mode: challenge a friend in a race to solve the puzzle (IAP)
• Co-op mode: Collaborate with a friend to solve the puzzle (IAP)
• 2 camera angles to choose from (single player mode)
• 2 characters to choose from: play as Norm or Norma
• Enhanced UI for larger interface and multiplayer modes

If you missed it, here was our preview video for the game. I don’t know about you but I jumped on this game as soon as I first saw it appear on the store. I most definitely think you should too!