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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-01-07

Explore your surroundings, mix up your favorite songs, and crush the raiding heroes with today’s collection of apps and games.

Air Scratch HD
iPad
Air Scratch HD

Air Scratch HD

Fabio Policarpo

Scratch and apply effects to your favorite songs with Air Scratch HD.

It provides a whole new way to enjoy your music library, whether that’s alone or in a party setting.

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

Air Scratch HD is a virtual pickup deck that allows you to manipulate your favorite songs in real time. Choose any two non-DRM songs from your library, and then hit play. You’re able to scratch each pad by sliding your finger across them. Songs can be modified with filters and effects, and you’re able to change the speed and loop beats. The app also includes automatic beat detection, beat syncing between decks, and the ability to record and load mixes.

If you want to tinker with your music, this is a great way to do it. Air Scratch HD even allows you to blast your new creations over AirPlay or Bluetooth.

If most of your music library is protected by DRM, this one won’t be of much use to you.

Wicked Lair
iPhone
iPad
Wicked Lair

Wicked Lair

Stefan Pratter

Build deep dungeons and spawn vicious creatures to defeat the heroes from above in Wicked Lair.

It’s for fans of tower defense and dungeon building games.

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

Wicked Lair allows you to be bad. Instead of playing the hero, it’s up to you to build up your dungeons to fend off the invaders from above and eventually destroy their town with your own attacks. You’re able to choose from nine distinct dungeon types and unleash more than 100 different creatures. Set devious traps, attract powerful boss creatures, and, when things get really hairy, support your creatures by casting powerful spells.

If you’re tired of the same old tower defense game, look no further than Wicked Lair. It provides a rather unique experience thanks to its genre-mashing mechanics.

Like other games in the genre, it can take a bit for the action to really kick in. If you’re impatient, this may not be your game.

Localscope - Find places and people around you
iPhone
Localscope - Find places and people around you

Localscope - Find places and people around you

Cynapse

Explore your surroundings like never before with Localscope.

It’s great for frequent travelers and those who want to discover something new.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Localscope allows you to find interesting places nearby using geo-tagged data from multiple search engines, social networks, media sharing services, and other apps. You're able to search for something specific or just browse around. Your results can be seen on a map or through an augmented reality view. The app also includes directions, imperial and metric units, Uber integration, and the ability to share what you discover via Twitter, Facebook, Messages, WhatsApp, or email.

Whether you want to find that diamond in the rough in your own city or know where the best place to eat is while traveling, Localscope is your guide.

If you’re without an internet connection, Localscope will be of no use to you.

Chain Breaker
iPhone
iPad
Chain Breaker

Chain Breaker

Alexey Tarasenko

Break chains and other objects to help a proud knight rescue the magic cow in this endless runner.

Thanks to its unique mix of gameplay elements, it’s really for both fans of high score and physics puzzle games.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

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.

Chain Breaker has a brand new holiday theme, so if you’re feeling festive, download this one today.

Like a lot of endless runners these days, you can spend real money to continue your journey, which makes competing for high scores kind of pointless.

DailyArt PRO
iPhone
iPad
DailyArt PRO

DailyArt PRO

Moiseum

Get inspired by works of art each and everyday with DailyArt.

It’s for those interested in paintings and the artists who create them.

$4.99 $4.99
Why we picked this?

This is a dream come true for anyone who loves art. Every day you launch the app you’ll see a classic work of art. Tap on it to get a closer look. Each entry includes the name of the piece and the artist who created it, the year it was created, a thorough breakdown of the story behind it, its current location, and its dimensions. You’re able to share your favorites via social media, or simply save them for later viewing. The app also allows you to go back and time and search the archives.

If you’re fascinated by the history of art, download DailyArt today. It’s simply fantastic.

The app is universal, so it can be used on any iDevice, but those with smaller screens simply won’t be able to appreciate the works of art as much.