Apps That
Went Free on
2014-02-06

Your job is to mix the colors at the bottom of the screen in order to get them to match the planets orbiting the big star at the top. The color you need to match is indicated by the springy looking line connected to an orbiting planet, and you can see how your mix is turning out by watching the big star. To mix your colors, just slide your fingers up or down on their circles. As you progress through the game things really start to speed up, so be ready! The game includes six different levels, and leaderboards via Game Center.

You’re able to participate in slalom, skating, ski jumping, ice hockey, curling, biathlon, sledges, and snowball fight events. Each event features a flick-based mechanic to control your character and other elements. You’ll earn experience points for winning events, which will help you unlock 40 different power-ups. The game also includes local multiplayer, daily challenges, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

You’re able to mix and match the hundreds of different effects, shapes, overlays, and borders to create something wholly unique. They can all be applied in real-time, or you can snap a photo and do all of your handiwork after the fact. Photos can be taken using the front or back camera on your iDevice, and you can pinch to zoom in on your subject. When you’re finished, share your creations via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram, or email.

In the land of Toca Cars there are no rules. Your little ones can simply put their finger to the screen and watch as their car follows it around. The entire environment is made up of 100% recycled cardboard, so crashing into objects will just send them flying around. Oh, except for that annoying little dog that chases the cars around. Your child better watch out for him! The game includes two drivers to choose from, the ability to edit their own world, and a quick restore option.

Crowman and Wolfboy run together in tandem all on their own, so it’s up to you to control all of their other movements. You’re able to jump, fly, climb, smash, and change directions via intuitive swipe controls. Try to collect light orbs to push back the darkness while going on the hunt for hidden items. The game includes more than 30 levels, loads of addition content, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

You’ll need a trakt.tv account to fully utilize checkTrakt, so make sure to sign up for a free one using the link within the app. You’re then able to add shows to your already watched collection or those you want to see. checkTrakt provides you with the tools to discover new content based on personal recommendations and what is trending, or you can just search for something specific. The app also provides detailed episode information, allows you to share what you’re watching via your favorite social networks, and alerts you when a new episode of your favorite show is about to air.

InitiativeBoard allows you to track initiative and damage/hit points in your favorite tabletop games, allowing you to drop that pencil and paper entirely. You’re able to customize the markers by adding the names of each player and foe, and then just drag them onto the grid. You’re able to organize your games in up to five campaigns with ten players each.