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Escape a Nightmare in Onirim, a Solitaire-Style Board Game

April 10, 2017 by RSS Feed

Onirim - Solitaire Card Game ($0.99) by Asmodee Digital is yet another board game that has been turned into a digital game for your mobile device. If you liked other titles such as Potion Explosion, Sushi Go!, and Exploding Kittens, then Onirim is a perfect addition to your digital board game collection.

Board games — we all love them, but let’s face it, sometimes it’s just hard to play them because you can’t get enough people gathered up in person to play them when you want to due to conflicting schedules or you just don’t want to plan everything out. This is the problem I personally have with board games, so I just end up not playing them as much as I’d like to, even though I enjoy them and the interaction I get with others while playing. This is one of the biggest reasons why I end up playing more video games over board games, because I can enjoy them myself without much fuss. So naturally, when I see popular and current board games getting brought over to digital versions, I’m intrigued, as it’s my chance to try out a board game I otherwise wouldn’t have even heard of. Having the digital versions also has helped me discover these games and go out to buy the physical versions to play at social gatherings too, so it definitely helps having a virtual board game as a “sampler,” per say. And as a fan of solitaire-style card games, Onirim certainly piqued my interest.

Visually, Onirim is gorgeous with the original painting-like artwork style, which is pulled directly from the Onirim base game. So if you’ve played the real game before, then you will recognize everything in an instant. The art looks hand-drawn and is beautiful to look at, even for newcomers, and the nightmares are somewhat mesmerizing and hypnotic. The color palette of Onirim features dark and gloomy colors that contrast nicely with the bright and vibrant colors of the colored cards themselves, so everything stands out as you play. Animations are fluid and smooth in the game, so there is no lag on my iPhone 7. The game also has a hauntingly atmospheric soundtrack that is a nice addition to a once physical-only board game and is also fun to listen to. The sound effects feature realistic card sounds, which just makes it feel even more realistic. Asmodee Digital has been doing a great job with their virtual board game releases, and Onirim is just another fantastic addition.

If you have played Onirim before, then you will be familiar with this game’s only mode, which is the base game in solitaire mode. Unfortunately, for die-hard Onirim fans, Asmodee Digital does not plan on adding expansions to this version of the game, so you are only going to have the base game solitaire mode available on your iOS device. However, the base solitaire version is great for quick-play sessions, so this does not bother me too much. For anyone who is a newbie to Onirim, the game is a unique take on solitaire. Players will be a Dreamwalker that is lost in a mysterious labyrinth, and the only way out of it is to discover the oneiric doors before the dream runs out — otherwise, you’re trapped forever.

With this in mind, the goal is simple: work against the game and find the eight doors before the deck runs out of cards. There are two doors for each color of card in the deck, and the ways to earn them are by playing three cards of the same color in a row, or discarding a key card in your hand when you draw a door card. However, there are also the devious Nightmare cards that are lurking in the deck as well, which trigger tough decisions when drawn (discard your hand, discard top five cards of the deck, discard a door or key card if available). The goal is to get all eight doors before you’re out of cards in the deck, which is much harder than it looks.

Controls in Onirim are simple and intuitive, though it does take a bit of time to get used to everything if you’re new. To play a card, just tap-and-drag it to the playing area, which is like a ribbon. After you have played enough cards, you can scroll through it horizontally if you want to see what you played. If you’re not able to play the card, it just goes back to your hand. Like solitaire, you can’t play a card if it has the same symbol (sun, moon, or key) as the last card you put in the stack. To discard an unnecessary card, just drag it to the discard pile in the bottom right corner. Any time a card is moved from your hand, you draw another card from the draw pile so you always have five cards ready. If you throw a key card away, you’ll be able to see the next five cards in the deck and rearrange them to a better order, as well as discard one (hopefully a nightmare). When you draw a Nightmare card, you’ll have to make a tough choice, and if you draw a door card, it will go into the “reshuffle” pile, you draw another card, and then anything in the reshuffle stack goes back into the deck. Everything in Onirim is automated, so it’s easy to learn the game even if you’re completely new to it.

For newcomers, the game does take a bit of getting used to, but once you understand the rules, it becomes rather addictive and hard to put down. And because of the intricate rules, there is quite a bit of strategy and depth to the game. There is also a statistics section that lets you know how you’re doing in the game since you’ve started, in case you’re wondering about your game records.

I’ve been playing Onirim over the weekend and have been thoroughly enjoying it, despite still not winning a game just yet (have come close though!). I love the beautiful visual style and music, and the fact that everything is mostly automatic makes it easy to see what’s happening and understand. It’s a bit disappointing that the developers don’t plan on adding the expansions to this version, or even adding more game modes in the future. But if you’re looking for a great solitaire game for quick sessions, then Onirim is a pretty good fit for the price of a dollar.

I recommend giving Onirim a try if you are a fan of the physical game or just enjoy solitaire-style card games in general. Onirim is available on the App Store as a universal download for your iPhone and iPad for just $0.99. There are no in-app purchases.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 04/10/2017

April 10, 2017 by RSS Feed

Hyperburner , Todokit - Todo List, Task Manager, Daily Planner , Linia and more

Universal:

Hyperburner ( $2.99 → Free ) Patrick Cook Hyperburner is all about skill and precision. As the pilot of a high-speed spaceship, you must successfully navigate through dangerous courses using quick swipes. You’re able to adjust the sensitivity of the swipes, and you can steer in either landscape or portrait orientations. Just make sure to avoid colliding with anything in your way. The game includes six zones, and the ability to unlock new ships.

Todokit - Todo List, Task Manager, Daily Planner ( $0.99 → Free ) Picup Inc. No matter the task, Todokit will help you get it done. You’re able to add a new project with a downward swipe. Projects can be color-coded and have a parent. You can then add tasks with different levels of priority and urgency. Projects can be synced across all of your devices using iCloud.

Linia ( $1.99 → Free ) Yari D'areglia Linia’s gameplay is refreshingly unique. Your job is to recreate the color sequence at the top of the screen by tracing a line through colored shapes. The difficulty is that the shapes don’t just stand still; they’ll revolve around each other, change shape, slide behind each other, and more. It’s up to you to time your moves and catch the shapes in the right order. The game includes 80 levels.

Zenge ( $0.99 → Free ) Michal Pawlowski Zenge is void of points, timers, tutorials, move counters, and rating systems. They’re just a distraction from the art and sound. The idea is to slide puzzle pieces together in order to complete the image. The only thing stopping you are the puzzle pieces themselves since they can block each other out if put into place too soon. Take your time. Relax. Enjoy.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 04/09/2017

April 09, 2017 by RSS Feed

Wax for iPhone - Own your Record Collection , Shower Savvy , Magnifier Flash - A magnifying glass with light and more

iPhone:

Wax for iPhone - Own your Record Collection ( $2.99 → Free ) Richard Myers Wax allows you to add records by scanning a barcode, searching by name or artist, or by entering the information manually. The app will retrieve every little detail including cover art, genre, style, release date, and more. All of the data is editable, and you can even record your sleeve grade and attach notes if necessary. Records can be organize into crates, shared, and searched for via Spotlight. You’re also able to create a grab list for records you want to purchase.

Shower Savvy ( $0.99 → Free ) Neil Sardesai By taking long showers, you’re not only wasting water but also lots of energy. Reduce your impact by timing your showers with Shower Savvy. At first launch the app will ask you the flow rate of your shower head along with your target duration. If you don’t know your flow rate, that’s fine, it’ll provide you with a household average. Then every time you shower, start the timer from your iPhone or Apple Watch. Shower Savvy will calculate the gallons used and chart the data. It also keeps track of your average shower duration and your longest shower.

Universal:

Magnifier Flash - A magnifying glass with light ( $0.99 → Free ) Tekton Technologies (P) Ltd. Sometimes the simplest apps can be the best. Magnifier Flash proves that point. It allows you to zoom in on your subject at up to 6x magnification, and you can light it up with your iDevice’s LED flash. You can even snap a photo of what you’re looking at while zoomed in to save it for later.

PhotoTangler - Best Collage Maker to Blend Photos ( $2.99 → Free ) Solid Eight Studios LLC PhotoTangler doesn’t require any professional photo editing experience to achieve great results. Simply import related photos or take new ones from within the app. You’re able to crop photos down if necessary. PhotoTangler will automatically apply a fade, which can be adjusted in a variety of ways. Layer as many photos as you like before finishing off your work of art with a background color and text.

CALC Swift ( $1.99 → Free ) QApps LLC CALC Swift is a multi-functional scientific calculator that’ll make your daily calculations a breeze. It features both standard basic and scientific calculation functions, which can be accessed with a horizontal swipe. It includes more than 50 advanced functions in all. A history log allows you to pull up numbers at any time and copy them for use in other apps. CALC Swift also includes a widget, Spotlight search, Apple Watch support, and colorful themes to choose from.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 04/08/2017

April 08, 2017 by RSS Feed

Wi-Fi Widget , Portrait painting HD , Cursed Treasure 2 and more

Universal:

Wi-Fi Widget ( $1.99 → Free ) Puppy Ventures, Inc. Wi-Fi Widget is one of those apps you never knew you needed. You’ll first want to launch the app and store your Wi-Fi password since it can’t access it on its own. Then make sure to add the widget to your lock screen. Any time you want to see what Wi-Fi connection you’re on, how fast it’s operating, or share its password, simply access your lock screen. Tapping on the widget can bring you straight into Wi-Fi Settings on your iDevice as well.

Portrait painting HD ( $1.99 → Free ) Evolution Games LLP The collection of 1,187 paintings can be broken down by style or by name. You can also search for specific paintings by artist. You’ll find only the best paintings from prominent artists like Van Gogh, da Vinci, Vermeer, and Monet. Paintings can be saved as favorites for quick access later on, and you can even save them to your library.

Cursed Treasure 2 ( $1.99 → Free ) Armor Games Inc It’s not often that you get to play as an evil overlord, so make sure to relish this opportunity. In Cursed Treasure 2, it’s up to you to defend your gems from the likes of knights, druids, ninjas, and all the other greedy heroes that consider themselves “Warriors of Light” by erecting towers and casting spells. Towers can evolve from three basic types as the evil in you grows stronger, and you’re able to master 30 different skills. The game also includes 21 levels, and a night mode where the darkness works against you.

Outland - Space Journey ( $0.99 → Free ) Vito Technology Inc. Outland is a collection of 20 time-lapse videos that will take you on a space journey. The collection includes everything from the winds of Jupiter to the ISS flying over Earth to the liftoff of ExoMars 2016. Each time-lapse video includes serene background music, a short description, and a date and time overlay. It’s best if you can hook your device up to your TV to truly enjoy the experience.

Kids Puzzle Animal Game for Kids Apps for Toddlers ( $2.99 → Free ) Eggroll Games LLC After choosing a scene, cork board cutouts will begin to appear. Your child must drag and drop the pieces into place to fill each cutout. Once complete, the scene will become animated and they can tap on different items and characters to see what happens. The game includes 11 scenes to enjoy, and a new baby play time mode.

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Runtasty, Stormcrow, Hype Type, and other apps to check out this weekend

April 08, 2017 by RSS Feed

In this week’s edition of our Apps of the Week roundup, we’ve got a great selection of apps and games for you to check out this weekend. The picks include a new healthy recipe book, a Twitter client for tweet storms, and a fun app for adding animated text to your photos.

Runtasty

Looking for a new healthy eating app? Check out Runtasy. The app, from the folks who brought you Runtastic, features 40+ free healthy recipes and kitchen hacks. Want a low-calorie healthy treat to satisfy your sweet tooth? Need a quick post-workout recipe to fuel the gains? Pop open your Runtasty app and head to the market. The ingredients are practical, the recipes are simple and your belly will be happy. Each recipe features a breakdown of all your macronutrients, and the interface makes for easy navigation with large, crisp photos. Runtasty is available for free.

Stormcrow

Stormcrow is an app that allows you to write and publish properly-threaded tweet storms. Each new paragraph is posted as a new tweet, with numbers automatically added in so you don’t have to worry about them. By default, it uses the leading number with parenthesis style but you can change this in the Settings. When you’re ready to publish, Stormcrow publishes each tweet back-to-back with just one tap. Other features include easy links, quick editing and more. Stormcrow is available for $2.99.

Hype Type

There are already thousands of photo editing apps in the App Store, which should tell you something about my decision to include Hype Type. This app allows you to add animated typography to your images with a few simple taps. Simply snap your photo or video, enter your text, pick your style and color schemes, position the text, and save or export your masterpiece. Hype Type is available for free (with some IAPs).

Pixel Drifters

Pixel Drifters puts you in the driver’s seat of a fun and addictive nostalgic arcade racer in which you must drift your way around a variety of obstacles and tight corners. Collect coins, earn combos, complete missions, and unlock an entire fleet of vehicles. Features include 30 different vehicles to collect, dozens of missions to complete, and you can record and share your gameplay. Pixel Drifters is available for free (sixth some IAPs).

Onirim

Onirim is a solitaire card game. You must work against the game to gather the eight oneiric doors before the deck runs out. You can obtain door cards either by playing cards of the same color three turns in a row or by discarding one of your powerful key cards when a door appears from the deck. In both cases, you will have to decide the best use of each card in your hand and carefully play around the Nightmares. Those cards are hidden in the deck and will trigger painful dilemmas when drawn. Onirim is available for $0.99.

More apps to check out

• Clips: Apple's new video creation app is now available on iPhone and iPad
• Apple's free app of the week: Toca Life: School

Apps updated this week

• iOS users can now broadcast 360-degree videos on Periscope
• Facebook launches AI assistant in Messenger to all U.S. users with suggestions based on chats
• Starbucks rolls out iMessage app for gifting digital cards with Apple Pay support
• Apple Music 2.0 for Android brings iOS 10 style interface, integrated lyrics & more
• ESPN releases revamped Apple TV app with on-demand content, live streams & more

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