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Watch Objects Transform Into Each Other in Vignettes

April 21, 2017 by RSS Feed

Watch Objects Transform Into Each Other in VignettesWatch Objects Transform Into Each Other in Vignettes

Vignettes ($2.99) by Armel Jestin is a relaxing, zen-like exploration game about shapeshifting objects. If you enjoyed other recent titles like Polycolor, KAMI 2, and Cosmic Express, then you will love what Vignettes has to offer.

Life gets pretty stressful, and I’ve been feeling the pressure lately. Fortunately, I am able to take reprieve in video games across a multitude of platforms, including iOS, which is always on me thanks to my iPhone. Though sometimes I need to vent my frustrations through destructive games like CATS, most of the time I prefer to unwind with something peaceful and calming, such as a puzzle. I heard about Vignettes coming to iOS for a while now, and it was definitely a head-turner because of the unique concept, which is, at least to me, a combination of exploration and puzzle. Now that it has arrived on iOS, I can assure you that it does not disappoint.

Watch Objects Transform Into Each Other in VignettesWatch Objects Transform Into Each Other in Vignettes

Visually speaking, Vignettes features a gorgeous minimalistic aesthetic that works out well for what the game is. The graphics are mostly flat, but the objects themselves are able to rotate, so it’s more like a mix of 2-D and 3-D in one. There are hardly any shadows though, so there’s a lack of depth in terms of layering. Vignettes’ objects are pretty simple in terms of their appearance, though you will find more complex items the further you get, but the way they morph into other objects when you hit the correct angle is seamless. The colors used in Vignettes is a nice mix of both soft pastels and bold, vibrant hues that make everything stand out nicely. Color is a big part of Vignettes as well, since it helps dictate the overall mood and tone of objects that you’re working on, and the transitions from color-to-color are fluid. Animations are smooth in the game, so there was no lag on my iPhone 7 during my testing. The game also has a rather soothing ambient soundtrack in the background (it changes depending on the object in front of you), which will help put your mind at ease and allow you to focus, and there are some whimsical sound effects that tell you when an object has changed. Overall, the developer did an excellent job in terms of the visual and audio design for Vignettes.

Vignettes starts off with a treasure chest on the screen, and on your first launch, this chest will morph into other perspectives as you rotate it with your finger. But after this initial experiment, you just tap on the chest to open it and find the last object that you dealt with previously, or the very first object that the game introduces you to, which is a telephone. From there, you just move and rotate the object until you get the proper angle at which the object transforms into another item, and you just keep going until you are able to uncover them all. A line of circles along the top of the screen will tell you your current progress, with found objects being represented by a larger circle. I’m not sure how many objects there are in total to discover in Vignettes, but you can see a map of your object progress by tapping on the button at the bottom of the screen. This lets you check out what the current object branches out into, and if there’s anything left to find, you’ll know because of the “?” symbol. Sometimes you’ll have to think about what the next object may be before you shift into it, because for the most part, the objects are related somehow.

The controls in Vignettes are incredibly simple and intuitive. Since all you are doing in the game is rotating objects (until you get the shifting angle), you just need one finger to do so. You can drag your finger anywhere on the screen to rotate and twist the object in that direction. You can even use two fingers to rotate it in the 2-D plane. On top of the seamless transitions into other objects, you can interact with each item by just tapping around. Sometimes interactions will change the colors on the screen (affecting the mood and tone), or you hear different sound effects and other cool things. It’s important to interact with the objects because there are also hidden secrets that you can find only through interactions, so if you’re a completionist, make sure to tap, tap, tap!

Watch Objects Transform Into Each Other in VignettesWatch Objects Transform Into Each Other in Vignettes

Again, if you want a hint as to how many objects the current one can transform into, just tap on the button at the bottom for an object map. You can also tap on the other buttons to view the item collections (portraits with all related objects that you’ve found), hidden secrets, go back to the start (telephone), or access the game’s menu.

I believe I’m still pretty early on in Vignettes, but so far the experience has been a pleasant one. I love the unique art style of the game and how everything just flows and melds together without missing a beat. The music is tranquil and perfect after a long day, and the controls are intuitive and responsive. Vignettes may appear simple on the surface, but the game is much deeper than that once you start, and it ends up being hard to stop. Plus, the interactions with some objects provide fun extras, such as rescuing cute cats, time travel, selfies on a mountain, and more. They’re not exactly obvious, but part of the fun is discovering all of these secrets for yourself.

I highly recommend Vignettes if you are looking for a distinctive and placid object exploration puzzle game. You can find Vignettes on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $2.99. There are no in-app purchases and there is even an iMessage sticker pack to boot.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 04/21/2017

April 21, 2017 by RSS Feed

Earthlapse , Golden Trails 2: Hidden Object Adventure (Premium) , DRAW 3D JUNIOR :LEARN GEOMETRY & CREATE 3D MODELS and more

iPhone:

Deep Sleep Aid - You just got Knocked Out! ( $0.99 → Free ) Prajnu, Inc. Put on a nice set of headphones, sit back and relax, and hit play. Deep Sleep Aid will produce relaxing background music for you to ease into. You’ll then hear a female or male narrator guide you to sleep. The track is about 30 minutes in length and can be looped in case you need more time. Every morning you’re able to rate your sleep and take notes if necessary.

iPad:

Golden Trails 2: Hidden Object Adventure (Premium) ( $4.99 → Free ) VADZIM KAMKOU Henry’s granddad has been accused of being a pirate and has been condemned to death as a result. It’s up to you to help Henry collect the tools that will save his granddad while uncovering all sorts of secrets buried in exotic locations. Each scene has a variety of objects to discover, and the faster you work, the more points you’ll score. Just try to avoid mindlessly tapping the screen, as it will freeze up and cost you valuable time. Bandits will also enter the scene at random, and you must tap on them to fire and protect yourself to earn extra hints.

Universal:

Earthlapse ( $0.99 → Free ) Jetson Creative LLC Earthlapse provides you with a whole different view of our beautiful planet. You’re able to swipe across the screen or just allow the planet to rotate all on its own. Seven stunning views are available, and while you gawk at the blue dot, you’re able to listen to eight relaxing space soundtracks. Earthlapse also doubles as a nice weather station and desktop clock.

DRAW 3D JUNIOR :LEARN GEOMETRY & CREATE 3D MODELS ( $2.99 → Free ) Arjun Gupte The app starts your child off by having them create simple geometry like triangles and squares. As they progress, the lessons will introduce them to more complex 3-D geometry like icosahedron and tetrahedron. Guided views provide more than 50 levels of Euclidean geometry, and dozens of step-by-step videos are available as well. Your child is also able to create models on their own and share them with the world.

Anim8:3D Character Animation Made Easy ( $4.99 → Free ) Arjun Gupte Anim8 allows you to animate five fully rigged 3-D characters including bipeds, a dinosaur, and a quadruped. Models have up to 30 points of articulation, and can be manipulated with simple gestures. Onion skinning allows you to see previous poses and plan out your next poses. You’re able to record and share your animations via Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube.

DayCost Pro - Personal Finance, Money Manager ( $2.99 → Free ) LingLing Chen It takes mere seconds to record a transaction in DayCost. Just swipe down on the screen, pick a category, enter an amount, and swipe up to record. You’re also able to attach a payment type, photo, and note to your transactions. DayCost allows you to create a budget and view graphical reports to keep your finances in check. It also includes passcode protection, iCloud support, and the ability to create custom categories.

Anodia: Unique Brick Breaker ( $2.99 → Free ) Clueless Little Muffin Keep the ball in the air by continuously sliding your paddle under it via touch or tilt controls. Try to collect power-ups while avoiding all of the power-downs that come streaming down. The game includes more than 150 levels loaded with all kinds of crazy objects to destroy, more than 20 power-ups and power-downs, two modes, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

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See Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars

April 20, 2017 by RSS Feed

See Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo StarsSee Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars

CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars (Free) by ZeptoLab UK Limited is the latest game from the same developers who brought you the Cut the Rope series of puzzle games. If you have been waiting for a new game from ZeptoLab that’s not only different than their usual fare, but also brings cute cats into the mix, then look no further than CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars.

When I’m under stress, I like to take a break from reality and chill out with video games. While my usual remedy is a relaxing puzzle game, sometimes I feel a bit more destructive and want to take my anger out on something, which is why I turn to games. While I was never really into things like BattleBots, I know many people are, and I will admit, it can definitely be fun to watch robots fighting each other to the death. I remember growing up when Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots were a thing, and it was always fun to watch others play or even participate yourself if you could get your hands on the toy. No matter what you’re into, it is just downright satisfying to watch two robotic things just fight each other, so when ZeptoLab announced CATS, I was intrigued — not only did it feature battle bots, but cats pilot them. Seriously, what’s not to love here?

See Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo StarsSee Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars

Visually, CATS is stunningly beautiful. The game definitely has a cartoonish aesthetic to it, but that’s to be expected from a game that involves battle bots and cats. Despite the cartoon-like style, there’s a lot of polish involved in here, as you can tell from the incredibly detailed environments and even the facial expressions of the cats themselves. The color palette in CATS has a nice range of muted earthy tones to bolder and more vibrant hues, but no matter what you’re looking at, the game is certainly packed with a lot of eye candy. All of the parts that you can unlock and collect to build your battle bots with have their own distinctive appearances and quirks, so no stone is left unturned when it comes to the game’s details. Animations in CATS are buttery smooth and fluid, and the classic rock soundtrack adds some fun tunes to your hilarious cat battle bot action. Sound effects are just as you’d expect from a game involving customizable battle bots, so it’s all in good fun.

CATS is an arcade-like battle bot brawler, where you can participate in Quick Matches against other bots or go in the Championship Tournamnent. The quick match mode lets you do one battle at-a-time, and if you can get a win streak going, then you have the opportunity to earn boxes with more parts for your battle bots. As far as the championship mode goes, you have to win a certain number of matches out of a set in order to be promoted and move on to the next ranking. However, if you are able to meet the win threshold, then you will also have the opportunity to get bonus boxes that can contain powerful new parts to work with. The meat of CATS is in the bot building, customizing, and upgrading. When it comes to matches, they are automatic and the players have no control in terms of how their bot moves, so the only way to even have a say in the outcome is to make sure you strategically build the best battle bot with the parts you have.

The controls in CATS are simple enough, especially since there is no user input during battles. When you want to customize your bot, just tap on it, which is found in the center of the screen. Then you can scroll through your available parts in a ribbon along the top of the screen, and just tap on the body, weapons, or tires you want to see to view details about it. Each part has a varying amount of health, attack, and power. The power is determined by the body, which also has a set number of health points. The health points can be increased by equipping tires, and your attack increases depending on the weapon you choose, though you’ll have to keep in mind the amount of power a weapon requires too. To equip a part on to your chosen body, just drag it on. Eventually you can fuse parts together to make one piece stronger, and sometimes a piece will offer bonuses when they’re equipped on certain bodies. When you’re satisfied with what you’ve built, just tap on the button to return to the main screen, where you can try out your new creation in a Quick Match or Championship Tournament

See Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo StarsSee Hilarious Battles Ensue in CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars

Unfortunately, as I mentioned earlier, the battles in CATS are mostly determined by how you built your bot, as well as a bit of luck, so users have no control over how they turn out aside from how they built their bots. Still though, the battles can be quite hilarious to watch, as bots may flip over and be rendered useless or be propelled backwards, or other funny outcomes. After a certain amount of time, bulldozers are revealed on both sides of the screen, and whoever gets hit by the bulldozer first will lose the battle automatically. The health for both bots will show up at the top of the screen, similar to a fighting game.

CATS is a purely player-versus-player (PvP) game, so all of the Quick Match and Championship fights are against other players’ creations. So if your bot appears as an opponent for someone else who is playing, and you win, you also get coins and rewards for successfully defending. On top of everything, the game does have a betting feature where you can place bets on a match, and if you bet correctly, you can get a super upgrade on the part you bet. Unfortunately, after the first tutorial bet, you aren’t able to see which bot is taking the lead in bets, so it becomes a 50–50 chance of winning. But if you like to take chances, this game is full of them.

I’ve only just started CATS, but so far I’m enjoying the experience, aside from the somewhat annoying tutorial in the beginning. I wish that the tutorial was optional, or at least gave you the option to edit your battle bot before your crazy uncle enters you in the tournament, because I was losing constantly for having a bad design and had no opportunity to fix that. Aside from that, the game is gorgeous to look at, the music is fun, and there are a ton of customization options available for you to create your ultimate battle bot. I just wish that there was a way for you to control your bot in battle, but this auto battle mechanic does mean it’s easier to play this game in short bursts throughout the day, at the very least. Plus, it’s just fun to see what you can come up with when it comes to the parts that you manage to get a hold of. I do find the timers for boxes to be a tad frustrating, but the gems that you need to unlock them faster are not too hard to get, but of course you can buy them through in-app purchases if you’re impatient (this is a free game, after all).

I recommend giving CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars a try if you’re looking for a fun, pint-size arcade battle bot game. You can find CATS: Crash Arena Turbo Stars on the App Store as a universal download on your iPhone and iPad for free with in-app purchases. The game also has an iMessage sticker pack for your enjoyment.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 04/20/2017

April 20, 2017 by RSS Feed

Cut the Rope: Magic , Pointillisted - Photo Artwork Generator , Duel 1st,2nd,3rd,4th,5th Grade Math Games For Kids and more

iPhone:

M Stopwatch - A Multiple Stopwatch ( $0.99 → Free ) Samuel Clark M Stopwatch is the super flexible stopwatch app you’ve been looking for. It allows you to add as many stopwatches as necessary, and customize each one with a title and color. Stopwatches can be rearranged, edited, and shared at any time. You’re also able to control all of the stopwatches at once. The app includes a variety of customization options as well including the ability to disable auto-lock, show badge count, and show lap times.

Universal:

Cut the Rope: Magic ( $0.99 → Free ) ZeptoLab UK Limited In his latest adventure, Om Nom has accidentally been teleported out of his box and into a world filled with magic, but his objective remains the same: Get the candy! An evil wizard is holding his sweet treats hostage, and it’s up to you to help him recover them. Being stuck in a magical world has its advantages, as Om Nom is able to transform into six magical creatures that will aid in solving complicated puzzles and reaching the delectable delights at the end of each level. The game includes a total of 160 levels.

Pointillisted - Photo Artwork Generator ( $0.99 → Free ) Eugene Liu Pointillisted allows you to create abstract art with ease. You’re able to choose from four different shapes: rectangle, circle, triangle, and hexagon. The complexity and scale of each point can be adjusted via sliders. Pointillisted even allows you to vary the size by color and isolate by hue, saturation, and brightness.

Duel 1st,2nd,3rd,4th,5th Grade Math Games For Kids ( $4.99 → Free ) Makkajai Edu Tech Private Limited With Monster Math Duels, no one is left out. It allows children from grades one through five compete against one another in math duels while keeping the difficulty level of the problems aligned. This ensures a balanced playing field. Children are able to compete locally on the same screen, via Bluetooth, or against the computer. While having fun they will be practicing and learning over 60 skills including addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, factors, and prime numbers. The game also includes detailed stat tracking.

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Strava makes it easier for weekend warriors to coordinate workouts

April 20, 2017 by RSS Feed

it's sometimes tough to schedule outdoor activities but strava's new events feature makes it easier.

strava, the self-styled social network for athletes, is getting better. on wednesday, it took the wraps off club events for ios and android, a social feature aimed at coordinating meetups between members. it’s a new component of strava clubs, informal groups of like-minded users. you can join a club from strava’s smartphone app, and once you do, you will see recent rides and runs logged by other members, a comment section, and a club widget that shows your club rides and runs on your blog or website. the update lets club administrators create events from the strava app and post event details with other club members. participants get alerts for new events and event details and can respond to event invitations and see route information. there is a new apple watch complication, in tow, too. it acts as a shortcut to strava’s companion smartwatch app. “bringing our club events feature to mobile is another way we’re continuing to help our community of athletes engaging with one another,” will lee, a product manager at strava, said in a statement. “from talking to club admins, we learned that they were looking for an easier way to plan group activities with members, especially on mobile. club events on mobile allow athletes in a club to quickly organize a real-world activity. bringing club events to mobile is our latest step to build thriving communities on strava.” the update comes on heels of strava 2.0, a redesigned smartwatch experience that added the ability to record and upload workouts without the need for a paired smartphone. it’s not the only improvement strava has made recently. in august, it gained beacon, a feature that lets users share distance, caloric expenditure, and speed in real time. in march, it added live segments, a cyclist-focused feature that serves up real-time audio and visual cues. some users have gotten creative with the app’s tracking capabilities. athletes in the u.k. ran 28 miles to plot the outline of a dragon in strava’s shareable map. the app is free to use, but the premium tier ($60) adds daily schedule and riding advice, plus plans tailored to take into account the time you have to ride and the date you want to achieve your goal. you get leaderboard filters (by age and weight), a workout effectiveness ranking (suffer score), a real-time emergency monitoring feature, the ability to download third-party routes, and more.
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