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Apps That
Went Free on
2013-12-02

Run, jump, and slide through colorful worlds as quickly as possible in BeaverTap’s fantastic platformer, Mikey Shorts. We also have a hidden objects adventure game, and a fitness app that makes losing weight a cinch.

Mikey Shorts
iPhone
iPad
Mikey Shorts

Mikey Shorts

BeaverTap Games, LLC

One of our favorite games of last year, Mikey Shorts will have you running, jumping, and sliding through colorful worlds as quickly as possible.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

You’re able to guide Mikey Shorts through the six colorful environments using crisp on-screen controls. You must touch all of the statues and turn them into real people in order to break through each of the checkpoint gates and reach the final goal. This is a speed run game though, so you’ll want to move as quickly and efficiently as possible. But while you’re at it, try to grab the coins so you can unlock new content. Sounds difficult, right? Well, it is, but you’re going to love every minute of it. The game includes two modes, 84 levels, hidden gold shorts to discover, iCade and Joypad support, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

It's A Cinch
iPhone
It's A Cinch

It's A Cinch

Jessica Talbi

Losing weight will be a cinch with this health app.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

You’ll need to provide the app with some profile information in order to help it calculate your calorie count for each day. You’ll then be required to record your activity and consumption throughout the day. Your calorie allotment for breakfast, lunch, and dinner will automatically tick away with each meal you record. Meals can be recorded manually, or you can search Cinch’s database of over 3,000,000 foods. The app also includes daily tips, weight management, meal planning, and the ability to share your favorite weight loss meals via Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Pinterest.

Red Crow Mysteries: Legion HD (Full)
iPad
Red Crow Mysteries: Legion HD (Full)

Red Crow Mysteries: Legion HD (Full)

G5 Entertainment

To save mankind, you’ll need to win the eternal battle between good and evil in this hidden objects adventure game.

$6.99 $6.99
Why we picked this?

You’ve been endowed with a special power to see other worlds. You must use your power to explore dark and eerie locations in search of clues and special items. Solve tricky puzzles to defeat the impending threat and preserve the world as we know it. The game includes 73 hidden object scenes, 25 mini-games, three chapters in six locations, three difficult settings, and achievements via Game Center.

Red Crow Mysteries: Legion (Full)
iPhone
Red Crow Mysteries: Legion (Full)

Red Crow Mysteries: Legion (Full)

G5 Entertainment

To save mankind, you’ll need to win the eternal battle between good and evil in this hidden objects adventure game.

$4.99 $4.99
Why we picked this?

You’ve been endowed with a special power to see other worlds. You must use your power to explore dark and eerie locations in search of clues and special items. Solve tricky puzzles to defeat the impending threat and preserve the world as we know it. The game includes 73 hidden object scenes, 25 mini-games, three chapters in six locations, three difficult settings, and achievements via Game Center.

Dark Nebula HD - Episode Two
iPhone
iPad
Dark Nebula HD - Episode Two

Dark Nebula HD - Episode Two

Palringo Limited

The second chapter in what we like to call the best adventure-based labyrinth game ever conceived.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Like the original, you’re required to tilt your iDevice to navigate your character through industrial environments and around all sorts of traps. You’ll want to move quickly, as your score is based on the time it takes you to complete each level. This updated version of the critically acclaimed original game includes six environments, 19 levels, and 25 enemies and obstacles,

Blip Blup
iPhone
iPad
Blip Blup

Blip Blup

ustwo games

Fill all of the tiles with color in this puzzle game.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Tap the screen to send out a pulse of color in every direction. You must fill all of the tiles in each level with color in order to move onto the next, but you also want to use as few pulses as possible. Barriers and other obstacles will come into play later on in the game, requiring you to think ahead before pulsing. The game includes 10 level packs, more than 140 levels, iCloud support, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

My Story School eBook Maker
iPad
My Story School eBook Maker

My Story School eBook Maker

MY STORY, LLC

Your children will love writing, illustrating, and narrating their very own books with My Story.

$8.99 $8.99
Why we picked this?

The app guides your child step-by-step through the entire creation process, allowing them to personalize each and every part of their book. It includes a variety of drawing tools and colors to choose from, the ability to take a photo or import one from the library, voice recording, and the ability to share the final product via email, Facebook, Twitter, or add it to your iBooks library.

7 Minute Workout Pro
iPhone
iPad
7 Minute Workout Pro

7 Minute Workout Pro

Fei Yang

Get a quick workout in wherever you are with this fitness app.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

You’re asked to perform 12 exercises in only seven minutes. Each exercise requires nothing more than your own body weight, a chair, or a wall. Exercises are performed for 30 seconds, with 10 seconds of rest in between. The app also includes text, image, and video instructions.