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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-01-26

Shred halfpipes, let your child star in their own picture book, and race faster than a snail’s pace with today’s collection of apps and games.

Escargot Kart
iPhone
iPad
Escargot Kart

Escargot Kart

Caps Lock Solutions

Go screaming down hills and up ramps in this crazy racer.

It’s challenging. Think Flappy Bird.

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

Where you’re going, there’s no need for breaks. You get to take control of a small kart and race it through fun toon-shaded environments. At the beginning of each level you’ll have a chance to time your boost and speed out of the gates. Then put a thumb on each side of the screen to control left and right movements of your kart. Utilize rockets, parachutes, and springs in order to make it to the finish line any way possible. The game includes new heroes to unlock, 24 levels, and MFi gamepad support.

If you’re tired of the same old thing, you have to give Escargot Kart a try. It’s loaded with challenges, and you won’t find a single in-app purchase to get in your way.

Escargot Kart is difficult. Like, throw your iDevice across the room difficult.

Pocket HalfPipe
iPhone
iPad
Pocket HalfPipe

Pocket HalfPipe

Peter Leary

Hit the half pipe and test your skating skills with this arcade game.

Dude, you don’t even have to be into skateboarding to enjoy this one.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Drop into the half pipe and throw huge tricks to climb the leaderboards. The button in the bottom left corner allows you to catch huge air and perform flip tricks with a flick, and the button in the bottom right corner allows you to grab different areas of your board. You’re able to create combos by performing both actions together. Above all else, make sure to get that board back under you to avoid tumbling down the pipe. The game includes four modes, the ability to personalize your character, unlockable content, and achievements and leaderboards via Game Center.

There’s a lot to see here. If you’re into to personalization, customization, and unlockables, this is your skateboarding game.

You won’t find any open environments. It’s all about the pipe.

Peek a Boo Farm Animals Sounds
iPhone
iPad
Peek a Boo Farm Animals Sounds

Peek a Boo Farm Animals Sounds

OkiPlay Educational Apps & Preschool Games Ltd

Your child gets to be the main character in this interactive picture book.

It’s intended for children ages five and under.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

You’re able to put your child right into the experience by choosing any photo from your library. You’re also able to add friends and family if you like. Then join your child on a journey across the farm while identifying animals and objects. Subtle movements provide clues on where to tap next, allowing your child to really get into the whole experience.

The app is loaded with bright illustrations by popular children’s book artist, John Abbott, ensuring your child will stay engaged. The app is also completely free of outside links and data gathering systems.

It’s intended for you children. If your child doesn’t fall within the age range, they won’t get much out of the experience.

Fotoffiti - turn photos into graffiti
iPhone
iPad
Fotoffiti - turn photos into graffiti

Fotoffiti - turn photos into graffiti

amioli

Unleash your inner Banksy with Fotoffiti.

It’s a lot of fun to futz around with.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Turn any one of your photos into wall graffiti with this photo effects app. You can choose a photo from your library or take a new one within the app. Then just pick a paint color and watch as your new artsy image shows up on the wall. The app includes four wall options, a wide variety of shapes to utilize, 10 fonts to choose from, and loads of color options.

If you’re feeling artsy, Fotoffiti is worth a look today. It’s remarkably easy to use, and the results are fantastic.

The app is limited in content, and there’s no way to expand it via in-app purchase.