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Every Second Counts in RunGunJumpGun, a Twitchy Platformer

November 15, 2016 by macjeff

RunGunJumpGun ($2.99) by Gambitious Digital Entertainment is a frantic, fast-paced twitchy reflex platformer that is as flashy as it is fun. If you enjoyed games like Blitz Breaker, then chances are high that you’ll get a kick out of RunGunJumpGun.

Since I grew up in the early ‘90s, platformers are one of my favorite genres when it comes to games, as that was mostly what I played back then. But of course, in this day and age, sometimes just having a classic, traditional platformer isn’t interesting enough if you’re looking for something different. In recent years, there’s been a rise in the twitch reflex games as well, at least ever since Super Hexagon hit the App Store. I was a big fan of the twitch reflex games, even though I am not as skilled as many other players, so naturally, when you combine twitch reflex with platformer, I can’t resist. When I saw RunGunJumpGun on the App Store, I knew I had to check it out for myself because it seemed to be right up my alley from the screenshots and game description.

Visually, RunGunJumpGun is a flamboyant display of retro pixel art graphics and vibrant colors (think Super Metroid), and I love it. The visuals just take me back to my childhood in front of my Sega Genesis, where I spent a lot of time on whatever platformers and other games my parents got me. Despite the pixelated art style, RunGunJumpGun is packed with incredible amounts of detail, from the textures of the environments to the highlights and shadows of objects and hazards that are scattered about. It’s clear that the developers put a lot of care into the aesthetics of the game, from the merciless level layouts and the character sprites. As I mentioned, the colors in the game are bold and vivid, which makes them give great contrast to the black background in the game. For all of the flashiness of the light and particle effects, the animations in RunGunJumpGun are incredibly smooth and fluid, so I had no lag on my iPhone 7. Plus, the animation for when you die and have to restart at the last checkpoint you reached is seamless, so sometimes you don’t even realize that you restarted. The soundtrack for the game is also top-notch, as it is a quirky and upbeat mix of hip-hop, electronic, and movie score vibes, so there is definitely something in here for everyone.

RunGunJumpGun is a level-based game, and at the moment there are three different worlds that each have their own unique challenges scattered all throughout the levels, and there are about 40 stages in each world (over 120 levels total). The goal is simple: get from the starting point to the end goal by jumping and using your jetpack and shooting whatever happens to be in your way while collecting the “Atomiks” along the way, which you need a certain amount of in order to unlock the next worlds. While the objective sounds simple enough, you’ll need to muster up all of your skills and reflexes to get there, as the game is like a mixture of VVVVVV, Hotline Miami, and Super Meat Boy in one. If you want a real challenge, there is also a Marathon Mode that you can unlock to compete for a global high score.

The controls in RunGunJumpGun are simple, intuitive, and incredibly responsive, which is a must for a game that depends on your fast reflexes. Since your character runs automatically, you’re in charge of everything else. Just tap on the left side of the screen to activate your jetpack and fly, and make sure to tap on the right side of the screen to shoot your gun and get rid of obstacles that are in your path. Since the game is a sidescrolling autorunner, you’ll also need to make sure that you’re fast enough to keep up, because if you fall behind too much, you die and have to restart from your last checkpoint (raggedy flag markers). On top of that, you have to make sure that you avoid things like spikes and spinning saw blades when you fly, and make sure you blast away obstacles that prevent you from moving forward when you come up to that point. There are a lot of things that you need to watch out for at the same time, so the game is rather challenging, but crazy addictive because you just get determined to get past that point where you keep dying. With all of this in mind, it’s great that RunGunJumpGun has such responsive controls, because you have to be quick on your toes to succeed here.

I’ve just started playing RunGunJumpGun, but I’m loving it so far, but be warned — this game is not easy. In fact, it will take a bit of practice before you can fully get the hang of it, but the end result is rather rewarding. Even though I find myself getting a tad frustrated at some parts in the levels, I can’t help but keep trying, because the graphics are beautiful and the music is awesome. And with such simple controls, there is not much of a steep learning curve when it comes to mastering the game, aside from getting your timing and precision right, of course.

I highly recommend checking out RunGunJumpGun if you are a fan of twitch reflex platformers that are reminiscent of old-school classics. You can find RunGunJumpGun on the App Store as a universal download for the iPhone and iPad for just $2.99. There are no in-app purchases.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 11/14/2016

November 14, 2016 by macjeff

FocusList: daily planner & focus timer based on timeboxing and pomodoro technique , Parker Planner , Animal Pre-K Math and Early Learning Games for Kids in Preschool and Kindergarten Premium and more

iPhone:

Parker Planner ( $1.99 → 1 ) Parker Planners The app's main view allows you to see upcoming events for the day, any notes and ideas you may have, and any tasks you need to complete all at once. You're also able to view each of the three separately. Tap once on an open spot on your calendar to add an event or tap twice to add more details. The app syncs with your iPhone's built-in calendar or any of the other popular online options. It also includes multiple themes to choose from, icon badging, and sound effects.

iPad:

Faces iMake - Right Brain Creativity ( $2.99 → 1 ) iMagine Machine Israel LTD Faces iMake provides hours of entertainment. Your child can build their own face collages by simply dragging and dropping objects onto the canvas. Objects range from toys and musical instruments to candy and food. All of their artwork can be saved or shared via a variety of methods. The app also includes background music, a music player, and video lessons.

Universal:

FocusList: daily planner & focus timer based on timeboxing and pomodoro technique ( $2.99 → 1 ) Vojto Rinik FocusList will not only help you plan your day but also accomplish more during it. Start off by adding all of the tasks you want to accomplish for the day. By default, each task is allotted 30 minutes to complete. You’re able to change the allotted time by swiping left and right across the task. Then hit the “Start Working” button at the bottom of the screen and do what needs to be done. The app will tick away the time and alert you when it’s break time. You’re also able to review stats to see how efficient your day was, and change the Pomodoro and break times.

Animal Pre-K Math and Early Learning Games for Kids in Preschool and Kindergarten Premium ( $3.99 → 1 ) Eggroll Games LLC Your little ones get to explore the farm with Lily and the cute animals. Each of the eight sections stars a cute farm animal, and your child must help them complete the task at hand. Games range from counting and classifying objects to comparing shapes and naming colors. A professional narrator will guide your child along the way and provide positive reinforcement.

Paintlogue - Painting, Watercolor, Brush & Drawing ( $3.99 → 1 ) Nine Curves The app includes seven watercolor filter presets that can be applied to any photo in your library. The presets are fully customizable, allowing more control over the finished product. After a you’ve applied a filter you can compare your newly transformed photo against the original by tapping on it. The app also includes 23 border options to choose from, and the ability to add a signature to your work.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 11/13/2016

November 13, 2016 by macjeff

OrgChart - Organization Chart & Contact Management , Brain Wave Headache Relief - Advanced Binaural Brainwave Entrainment , Reminders Widget and more

iPhone:

OrgChart - Organization Chart & Contact Management ( $2.99 → 1 ) Hao Li OrgChart simplifies the process of organizing large teams or personal databases. It allows you to create tree structures in a snap without the need to draw the connections. All the work is done for you. All you need to worry about is the details like unit names, sizes, layouts, colors, and properties. The app includes a ton of customization options and the ability to create an unlimited number of tree structures, so it can be used for just about anything. It also allows you to export your charts and share them in a variety of ways.

Best Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Guide Pro ( $1.99 → 1 ) WebSoft Ltd Best Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Guide includes six different sections: Guide, Application, Single Oils, Oil Blends, Aromatherapy, and Oils for Weight Loss. Each section includes detailed information to ensure you get the most of out your essential oils. You’re able to browse through categories, search for something specific, add notes, and save your favorites. The app also includes an essential oil store.

Universal:

Brain Wave Headache Relief - Advanced Binaural Brainwave Entrainment ( $0.99 → 1 ) Banzai Labs Brain Wave Headache Relief offers advanced brainwave entrainment therapy. You’re able to select from daytime and evening programs, and choose a soothing background sound to accompany them. Then hit play and allow the app to sync your brainwaves to the deeply relaxing low frequency alpha, theta, and delta waves. The app also allows you to adjust the signal intensity and save your settings for later use.

Reminders Widget ( $1.99 → 1 ) Crater Tech LLC Reminders Widget enhances the way you use reminders. It taps into the native Reminders app in order to pull any entries you’ve already created. You can then access all due or overdue reminders from a convenient Today widget. The widget also allows you to create new reminders, sort reminders, scroll through groups, and complete reminders.

Chain Breaker ( $0.99 → 1 ) Alexey Tarasenko The knight will go speeding along on his own, so it’s up to you to ensure the path ahead is safe. Platforms and other objects that the knight can safely make it across are suspended by chains and other objects. You’re able to manipulate them with swipes and taps to create new paths. Your enemies can also be dispatched or avoided using the same methods. The game includes a variety of power-ups to earn and hidden treasures to discover.

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Free Apps to Download TODAY ONLY 11/12/2016

November 12, 2016 by macjeff

The Interactive Adventures of Sherlock Holmes , Maps of States in U.S.A. stickers by Şebnem , Baby Lava Bounce and more

Universal:

The Interactive Adventures of Sherlock Holmes ( $2.99 → 1 ) iClassics Productions, S.L. The Interactive Adventures of Sherlock Holmes brings Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s tale to life. In Scandal in Bohemia, the first of his Sherlock Holmes adventures, you get to experience over an hour of interactive stories. Pages are filled with more than 50 illustrations and 65 animations. Swipe, shake, and rotate your device to uncover all kinds of juicy secrets. The app also includes a variety of extras, more than 25 minutes of original music, and support for English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

Maps of States in U.S.A. stickers by Şebnem ( $0.99 → 1 ) MojiLaLa Maps of States in U.S.A. includes all 50 states. Each state is represented as a colorful outline. The stickers include the name of the state along with the abbreviation, which are artistically contoured around the outlines. Just peel and stick.

Baby Lava Bounce ( $0.99 → 1 ) Jared Bailey Baby lavas want nothing more than to live fast and die young. It’s up to you to help them do just that. Once a baby lava is released from the confines of the volcano, tap to bounce it off of the islands below. You can refuel the baby lava by colliding with things like palm trees, cars, cows, and more. Time your taps just right in order to ride up hills into the atmosphere and cover even more distance. Avoid the water at all costs.

Calendarium – Everything about this day ( $0.99 → 1 ) Idea Studio Calendarium helps you live in the present and the past. The top portion of the screen displays today’s date, the week of the year, sunrise and sunset times, and the number of days that have passed and are left in the year. The bottom portion includes all of the historical events and major holidays that occurred on this very day. Tap and hold on an event or holiday to share it via Twitter, Facebook, Messages, or email.

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Rushline, Feelca B&W, Delphi, and other apps to check out this weekend

November 12, 2016 by macjeff

This week’s Apps of the Week roundup features some great selections, including a new app for holding private conversations in public, a black & white photography app, and a strange countdown timer aimed at helping you get things done. And as always, we’ve picked two cool games for you to check out.

Rushline

Here is an interesting app called Rushline. The tagline is “private group messaging in public,” and it’s kind of tough to explain, but try to follow me. So you sign up for Rushline and pick topics to follow such as #sports or #startup. Then say another user who is working on a startup opens a Rushline with 1 or more of their colleagues. You’ll get a notification, access to the conversation, and maybe even have the chance to offer input. I know, it sounds like another discussion app destined to fail (see TalkShow), but you’ll never know if you like it unless you try it. Rushline is available for free.

Feelca B&W

This app is much easier to figure out. Feelca B&W is the latest entry is a string of successful Feelca-branded photo apps. As the name suggests, the focus this time is on black and white photography. There is no editing or post-filters/effects—just choose between 24 or 36 exposure film, tilt the manual focus dial and take your picture.  There is a timer, a function for adding a title, and of course you can share your photos. This app is available for $0.99.

Delphi

Steve Jobs famously said “Remembering that you are going to die is the best way I know to avoid the trap of thinking you have something to lose.” Delphi is kind of built on this notion. The app is, at a high-level, a countdown timer for your life. It sounds morbid, but the goal here is to help you put things in perspective, reduce procrastination/time-wasting, and focus on accomplishing things you want to get done. It’s not going to be for everyone, but again, you won’t know if you like it until you try it. This app is available for free.

SteamWorld Heist

The hit game that has won hearts on other platforms is now available on iOS. In SteamWorld Heist you command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts. It’s turn-based strategy with an action twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action. As the captain you will board, loot and shoot your way through enemy spaceships. This game is available for $6.99.

Mike Jumps

Looking for a simpler arcade/platformer-type game? Check out Mike Jumps. In this game you’ll run, jump, swing, and fly your way through 200 challenging levels. There are 6 characters, 250 items to wear, and you can share your favorites via iMessage stickers in iOS 10.Other features include Game Center leaderboards and iCloud support. This game is available for free (with in-app purchases).

More apps to check out

• For those who serve: Veterans Day specials crop up on App Store & Apple Music
• Apple launches new ‘iBooks StoryTime’ app on tvOS
• Apple’s free app of the week: Perchang
• This app lets you try out Touch Bar on Macs that lack a physical Touch Bar
• The Trail is a beautiful jaunt in the palm of your hand

Apps updated this week

• 1Password now supports Touch ID and Touch Bar on the new MacBook Pro
• Instagram update brings Boomerang features, mentions and links in Stories
• YouTube for iOS gains Dreamy filter, better search & interactive timestamp links in comments
• “Hey Siri, send Sébastien $100 using PayPal”
• Viber launches Public Accounts for brands, overhauls media menus in iPhone app
• WhatsApp for iPhone gains GIF search feature
• Snapchat update enables new gestures for sharing Snaps and using Lenses
• Google overhauls Gmail for iOS, adds swipe to archive/delete, Undo Send & more

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