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Apps That
Went Free on
2015-12-10

Block annoying ads and trackers, solve a dark mystery, and experience a story like no other with today’s collection of apps and games.

Content Blocker+
iPhone
iPad
Content Blocker+

Content Blocker+

Dynamic App Design LLC

Get rid of annoying ads and trackers with Content Blocker+.

It’s really for anyone running iOS 9.

FREE ($1.99) For a limited time FREE ($1.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Today only: Unlock the full potential of Content Blocker+. Simply tap the upgrade link at the bottom of the main screen and confirm your action. You’ll then be able to whitelist sites, block comments, block custom fonts, and block images. Tired of wasting data, speed, and battery life on unwanted content? Then install and enable Content Blocker+ today. The process is really simple. Just launch the Settings app, tap on Safari, tap on Content Blockers, and then enable Content Blocker+. There’s nothing left for you to do but enjoy the Web as it was intended. It just works.

If you have upgraded to iOS 9 and don’t yet have a way to block ads and trackers, download Content Blocker+ today. Unlike similar apps, it’s not overly aggressive and it won’t break your favorite websites.

Thanks to its most recent update, Content Blocker+ is pretty much perfect. The only reason to skip this one is if you’re not running iOS 9.

Preschool & Kindergarten Game
iPhone
iPad
Preschool & Kindergarten Game

Preschool & Kindergarten Game

TINYHANDS APPS EDUCATIONAL LEARNING GAMES FOR BABIES TODDLERS AND KIDS CORP.

A collection of educational games for your child.

It’s intended for children in preschool and kindergarten.

$9.99 $9.99
Why we picked this?

The app is based on the proven Montessori learning method, helping your child develop spelling, writing, and reading skills through a variety of fascinating games. It includes eight categories, with more than 200 interactive worksheets. The curriculum was developed and reviewed by preschool education experts, ensuring your child a rich and fun learning experience.

If you want to help your child develop fine-motor skills and get ahead, this is the app for you. It’s aligned with the Common Core Standards.

The app contains outside links. Even though they require a series of actions to activate, you may not want to leave your child alone too long with the app.

The Room
iPad
The Room

The Room

Fireproof Studios Limited

Get ready to experience one of the most beautiful and mysterious puzzle games to ever grace the App Store.

It’s ideal for those who enjoy brain teasers over fast-paced action.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Apple’s iPad Game of the Year 2012 winner traps you within a dark and unsettlingly realistic room and won’t let you out until you have solved every last puzzle. Just put some headphones on, turn down the lights and get sucked into the immersive atmosphere. The puzzles themselves will guide you along and challenge your senses. When you’re finished unraveling the mystery, check out the sequel which just hit the App Store today. You won’t be disappointed.

If you like solving complicated problems, The Room is your game. It combines realistic visuals with mind-bending puzzles like no other game before it in the App Store.

Due to its ridiculously good looking graphics, older iPads will struggle with rendering.

Learn Colors App Shapes Preschool Games for Kids
iPhone
iPad
Learn Colors App Shapes Preschool Games for Kids

Learn Colors App Shapes Preschool Games for Kids

Eggroll Games LLC

Your little one can learn to identify colors and shapes with this memory matching game.

It’s the perfect addition to your collection if your child enjoys playing education games on your iDevice.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

We’re recommending Colors Memory Match today because it’s easy for your child to just pick up and play thanks to its relatable card system. Various amounts of cards will appear on the screen face down. Your child can tap on them to reveal what’s on the flip side. They must find all of the matching pairs of colors and shapes to complete each game. When tapped on, your child is able to hear the color or object pronounced.

If you have a young child that likes playing games on your iDevice, they’ll love Colors Memory Match. It’s loaded with adorable animal characters to play with, and the professional narration will guide them through every step of the process.

If you have a child over the age of seven, this game probably won’t challenge them enough. It’s a pretty straightforward matching game.

PRY
iPhone
iPad
PRY

PRY

Tender Claws LLC

Experience a story like no other in this highly interactive digital book.

Pry is for those open to new reading experiences.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

There’s nothing else like Pry in the entire App Store. It tells the tale of James, a demolition expert who has returned home from war only to have his vision fail him and his past haunt him. You’re able to experience his life by pulling open his eyes, tearing apart his memories, and trying to grasp his streaming thoughts. That all may sound rather obscure, but trust us, it’s worth the ride.

If you enjoy new entertainment mediums, you have to check out Pry. The way the content is presented is absolutely fantastic.

If you prefer classic stories, just stick with your books. This is part movie, part book, and part adventure game.

Atomic Ball HD
iPad
Atomic Ball HD

Atomic Ball HD

Meritum Soft d.o.o.

You’re going to be breaking a lot more than bricks in Atomic Ball.

It’s for fans of Brick Breaker-style arcade games.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

This just may be the most stylish Brick Breaker-style game you’ll ever play. Guide your paddle around the screen in order to bounce the ball into the highly interactive objects. Try to collect the power-ups and credits that fall while avoiding the power-downs. The game includes more than 90 handcrafted levels, 30 power-ups, touch and tilt controls, voice narration, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

If you want pure arcade goodness, Atomic Ball delivers. It’s eye-popping visuals and crazy power-ups will keep you coming back for more.

If in-app purchases infuriate you, skip this one.