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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 10/04/2017

October 04, 2017 by RSS Feed

Just Ski , Lexile Book Finder , Animated 3D Origami and more

Universal:

Just Ski ( $0.99 → Free ) Farseer Games LLC Just Ski is the perfect pick-up-and-play game. You won’t find any distracting menus or UI elements here. Just launch and ski. To control the skier, swipe your finger up and down the right side of the screen. An upward swipe will cause the skier to jump and spin. A downward swipe will cause the skier to spin faster. Clear canyons and always land on your feet to complete each run.

Lexile Book Finder ( $4.99 → Free ) Rodrigo Corbelli Lexile Book Finder is the perfect tool for the classroom. Point your iDevice’s camera at the barcode of any book and Lexile Book Finder will search its database of more than 500,000 books to discover it. The app will present you with the DRA, GRL, and Lexile levels. Books can be added to the in-app library, which allows you to add notes.

Animated 3D Origami ( $2.99 → Free ) Sergey Burlakov Animated 3D Origami will delight anyone who gives it a try. It includes more than 100 traditional origami patterns to choose from, covering everything from animals and insects to clothes and containers. Each pattern includes step-by-step written instructions and animations to follow.

Spin Spell ( $1.99 → Free ) Vermont Digital Arts LLC Spin Spell finally makes spelling fun. Your child must navigate a ball around 3-D mazes and collect the correct letters to spell the word at the bottom of the screen. They’ll receive bonuses and achievements by collecting letters sequentially and avoiding the wrong ones. The game includes 25 pre-made levels, 30 spellings lists, adjustable controls, and the ability to create spelling lists and levels.

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It's Time to Get REKT! in This High Octane Stunt Driving Game

October 03, 2017 by RSS Feed

REKT! ($1.99) by Little Chicken Game Company is a high-octane stunt driving arcade game where you get to wreck awesome cars by doing tricks. If you enjoyed racing games like Offroad Legends 2 and the like, then you're going to get a kick out of REKT!

When times get tough, I like to take my mind off of things with a little destruction and mayhem in my video games. For me, it's the best way to kill some time and de-stress, plus, who doesn't want to see some digital chaos every now and then? While I'm not always into racing games (Horizon Chase being the main exception on iOS), I liked the idea and concept behind REKT!, as it isn't your typical racer. There are no other opponents to race against, just the clock. Plus, the game looked reminiscent of TRON, so I had to check it out for myself. After spending some time with it, I must say it doesn't disappoint.

$0.99

Offroad Legends 2

Dogbyte Games Kft.

Free

Horizon Chase - World Tour

Aquiris Realidade Virtual LTDA

Visually, REKT! looks gorgeous with the unique and futuristic low-poly aesthetic. Everything is rendered in 3D so it's rather immersive once you get things going. As I mentioned, the arena where you do your stunts in is a bit TRON-like, which appeals to me. It's packed with various ramps, loops, hoops, and other things to do your tricks on while having neon light trims along the edges. The color palette in REKT! ranges from vibrant and bright hues to more muted shades, so it's a nice mix.

Animations are smooth and fluid, with frame rates of 60FPS, so I experienced no lag issues on my iPhone 8 Plus. REKT! also has an adrenaline-pumping soundtrack that is sure to get you in the mood to do crazy tricks and smash things. In terms of visual and audio design, I think the developers did a pretty good job.

In REKT!, there's only one game mode, and that's pretty much a free-for-all. You pick the car you want to use (you start off with only one) and then hit the arena. The main objective is to rack up a high score, and you earn points by doing all kinds of stunts and tricks with your chosen car. The more things you do, the more points you earn.

Each round has a time limit of 60 seconds, so you are racing against the clock. There are clocks that you can collect to extend your time, but you have to be fast. More cars get unlocked once you reach a certain point threshold, and the type of vehicle you drive can impact how you earn points. So it's important to use these cars as you get them.

Controls in REKT! are as simple as they come. The car accelerates automatically, so you don't have to worry about that. To steer left or right, just touch the screen in the direction you want to go in. To come to a stop, just tap on the bottom center area for the brake button. If you tap-and-hold the brake button, the car eventually reverses.

Swipe vertically in the air to do a front or back flip, and swipe horizontally for the car to spin. When you tap-and-hold in the air, it forces it to stop spinning or flipping, which is what you should use if you want to do a perfect landing.

Even though the controls are pretty easy to learn, the game requires a bit of practice to fully master them. And once you know the controls like the back of your hand, then doing sick tricks and racking up the points is no big deal.

The only annoying thing about REKT! is the fact that there's pretty much just one free-roaming arena. However, to keep things fresh and interesting, you'll have three challenges to strive for before the start of each round. These include goals like "Perform a drift," "Crash through some boxes," "Get a perfect landing," and more. Once an objective is completed, you earn some blue coins and a new challenge presents itself.

But what are the blue coins for? When you have enough of them, then you can spend them for a chance to win a new car. However, since the cost is pretty high (1000 per spin) and challenges only give like 30 at a time, it will take a while to accrue enough.

REKT! is an arcade racing game where you can burn some rubber and do crazy tricks with cool wheels.

The Good

REKT! is pretty much a fun time waster arcade game. The graphics are pretty sharp for what it is, and the 60FPS is rather impressive. I love the futuristic design of the arena, which provides great contrast with the modern aesthetics of the vehicles that are burning rubber in it. The soundtrack is engaging and fun to listen to. Controls are intuitive and work out well for the gameplay, but mastering it is still a challenge. The game mechanic is realistic and fun, as you can perform cool tricks without expensive consequences. And while the arena stays the same, the missions keep things interesting and give you motivation to try out new things.

The Bad

While REKT! is a fun little game, it's not perfect. I wish there were more arenas, because going through the same one over and over gets stale after a little while, even with the challenges. I also think that the price for the "Spin and Win" is a tad high, considering that the quests only get you about 30 coins each.

The verdict

Overall, REKT! is proving to be a nice distraction throughout the day. It takes skateboard style tricks and applies them to rad looking vehicles for a unique gameplay concept that ends up being fun and hard to put down. Controls are simple enough for anyone to pick the game up and play it, but mastering the tricks takes time and practice. It's also rewarding to watch the points rack up as you hang in the air and spin or flip (or both), and the unlock-able cars just provide more motivation for players.

My only complaint is the lack of arenas, but the developers have said that more are coming in the future, according to their app description. Hopefully these come sooner rather than later, and I look forward to checking them out.

I still recommend giving REKT! a try if you're in the mood for some addictive driving chaos in arcade game form. REKT! is on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $1.99.

8.8

OVERALL

Sound/Music 10

Game Controls 9

Gameplay 9.1

Graphics 8.5

Replayability 7.5

$1.99

REKT!

Little Chicken Game Company B.V.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 10/03/2017

October 03, 2017 by RSS Feed

Cesium Music Player , Dungeonism , Fog of World and more

iPhone:

Cesium Music Player ( $1.99 → Free ) Mike Clay Cesium focuses on music playback. It taps into your locally stored music library and divides it into artists, albums, songs, and playlists. Swipe left and right across sorted listings to play music, add it to your queue, and shuffle it. The app also includes customizable tabs, a Today widget, night mode, and landscape orientation support.

Jotalicious ( $0.99 → Free ) Erik Eggleston Jotalicious allows you to create lists just like you’re jotting down notes. The first line you type will turn into your list name. Each additional line will be an item on that list. The best part is, you don’t even have to type out your lists. You can dictate items on your list by saying an item name and “New Line” after each item. It really speeds up the process. Jotalicious also allows you to attach amounts to items, define the store the item is located at, and categorize items.

Universal:

Dungeonism ( $1.99 → Free ) Jeffrey Fal Dungeonism takes elements from classic rogue-like and turn-based games, and combines them in a delightfully engaging way. Guide your hero through zones with randomly generated elements using only taps. Collect coins to obtain new gear and experience point drops to level up your character. Battling enemies isn’t strictly a turn-based affair. Engaging from different angles will help you deal more damage while ensuring you don’t get cornered.

Fog of World ( $4.99 → Free ) Ollix As you travel, the app will record where you have been and clear up the map. You'll be rewarded with points for the area you have uncovered, which will allow you to level-up. You can also earn badges for visiting specific locations around the world. The app includes the ability to import GPX and KML files, sync and backup via Dropbox, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 10/02/2017

October 02, 2017 by RSS Feed

Voice Record - Memos , Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade , Fred O'Clock: Alarm Clock with Retro Games and more

iPhone:

Fred O'Clock: Alarm Clock with Retro Games ( $1.99 → Free ) Komperio Fred O’Clock will help you get your day started on the right foot. It includes a retro memory game that must be completed before you can begin your day. The snooze button won’t be able to save you anymore. Simply set the alarm with a right to left swipe across the clock face. Fred O’Clock doubles as a delightfully colorful bedside clock as well.

Universal:

Voice Record - Memos ( $3.99 → Free ) Li Wei Qiong Voice Record features a fresh, minimalist design and is yet somehow packed with features. Tap record and watch as the waveform dances to whatever it hears. Tapping the tag icon will place a bookmark in the recording, allowing you to easily jump to different points later on. Recordings can be played back at various speeds, and you’re able to repeat sections and even set a timer to stop playback after a specified duration. The app also allows you to share recordings or save them directly to your library.

Division Flashcard Match Games for Kids in 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade ( $2.99 → Free ) Eggroll Games LLC Division Flashcard Match Games is loaded with positive reinforcement. It will help your child learn to divide by having them play a variety of memory matching games. You’re able to choose the best number range for your child’s skill level, but no matter which you choose your child will be able to hear the numbers and equations as they are touched. After each round, they’ll receive positive feedback and balloon popping rewards. Hints are available along the way, and “Show Me” and “Peek” features make it even easier for young learners to enjoy.

Doomsday Craft ( $0.99 → Free ) Charles J. Carr Doomsday Craft offers enough bite-sized gameplay to last a lifetime. Doomsday has arrived, and the only way to escape it is behind the wheel of some crazy vehicles. Tilt your iDevice to navigate terrain that’s littered with obstacles. Aim for the speed boosts in order to stay ahead of the impending doom. While fighting for your survival, you’ll also want to pick up as much ore as possible, as it’s the only way to upgrade your vehicle or purchase new ones. The game includes 36 vehicles in all to unlock.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 10/01/2017

October 01, 2017 by RSS Feed

Cahoots! , ABC Star - Letter Tracing , GyrOrbital and more

iPhone:

Echo Dawn: Shattered Visions ( $0.99 → Free ) PixeLight Games Echo Dawn will take you down memory lane with its old school graphics and gameplay. You’re able to assemble your party by choosing classes for each of the four characters. Each character can be customized to match the way you want to play. Then lead your party across dangerous lands using an on-screen joystick. The turn-based battles require you to make strategic decisions with each of your characters in order to ensure victory.

iPad:

ABC Star - Letter Tracing ( $1.99 → Free ) habelnet ABC Star will put your child on the right path. You’re able to select from three lessons: Uppercase, Lowercase, and Numbers. Then hand your iPad off and allow your child to trace what’s in front of them using visual and audio cues. As they progress, a little egg in the corner of the screen will slowly grow and eventually hatch at the end. The app also allows you to skip ahead to any letter or number you like, and includes multiple colors to choose from.

Universal:

Cahoots! ( $1.99 → Free ) Josh Edwards In Cahoots, every decision you make has consequences. All players share a suit with another player. The trick consists of two cards from each player, and at the end of the trick the suit with the highest total wins. Whichever player has the suit scores the points. The idea is to work with whoever necessary to increase the score while making sure you don’t give your opponents too many points in the process. The game includes quick and match game modes, and an in-depth tutorial.

GyrOrbital ( $0.99 → Free ) Patrick Winchell GyrOrbital will get you moving. It utilizes your iDevice's gyroscope to allow you to search space for incoming missiles. You must spin your body in every direction to discover all of the missiles in open space. Then just tap or swipe across collections of missiles to target and wipe them out. Try to survive for as long as possible. The game includes leaderboards via Game Center, and the option to tweet your score.

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