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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-02-10

Solve tricky logic questions, go on a spooky adventure, and learn your ABCs using virtual PLAY-DOH with today’s collection of apps and games.

PLAY-DOH Create ABCs
iPhone
iPad
PLAY-DOH Create ABCs

PLAY-DOH Create ABCs

PlayDate Digital

Learn your ABCs using virtual PLAY-DOH in PLAY-DOH Create ABCs.

It will help any young child work on their reading and fine motor skills.

FREE ($2.99) For a limited time FREE ($2.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

With PLAY-DOH Create ABCs, your child will be reading and writing in no time. The app teaches your child to recognize letters, write letters using the proper stroke order, and associate letters with sounds through fun activities. After correctly tracing each letter, your child has the chance to create and customize a related object or creature. Just like real PLAY-DOH, they can mash and squish their creations when finished. The app also includes support for multiple profiles, progress reports, and the ability to share your child’s creations.

If you want to give your child a head start on their ABCs, this is a fun way to do it. The curriculum was developed and reviewed by preschool education experts.

The app’s extremely large, taking up more than 1.5 GB of storage space. Make sure you have the room.

easy! A deluxe brainteaser!
iPhone
iPad
easy! A deluxe brainteaser!

easy! A deluxe brainteaser!

Jan Essig

Solve tricky logic questions in the given timeframe in Easy!

It’s a great way to train your brain.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Easy! is easy to learn, but impossible to master. You’re provided with five terms for every question or statement. Swipe right if you think the term fits the question or statement and your answer is true. Swipe left if you think it’s false. For every turn, you get three seconds to think it over. One wrong answer and the game is over. You also receive a single pause for when you need that extra moment.

If you’re looking for something to get your brain going, Easy! is the answer. Its simple interface allows you to just jump right in.

Each game is very short. This isn’t something you’ll be sitting and spending time with.

Orca Puzzles for Kids Jigsaw Wonder Edition
iPhone
iPad
Orca Puzzles for Kids Jigsaw Wonder Edition

Orca Puzzles for Kids Jigsaw Wonder Edition

Eggroll Games LLC

Put together spectacular nature puzzles in Orca Puzzles.

It’s for the whole family.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

You won’t be able to resist the wonder of this jigsaw puzzle game. Each of the 30 jigsaw puzzles features a breathtaking orca photo to reconstruct. The jigsaw puzzles can be broken up into as few as four pieces and as many as 24. You’re also able to choose whether or not you want a colored background and outline hints. What more could you ask for?

If you love puzzles, you need Orca Puzzles on your iDevice.

The game doesn’t include any competitive elements. You’re simply able to put together puzzles at your own pace.

Spirit Walkers (Full)
iPhone
Spirit Walkers (Full)

Spirit Walkers (Full)

G5 Entertainment AB

An adventure game inspired by the legend of a hiker-attacking ghost living in the forest.

It’s for casual gamers who want to explore and solve puzzles at their own pace.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Maylynn and a group of friends have gone on an investigative trip. Their adventure starts to unravel when one of the friends gets injured. It’s up to you to help the group make it safely home by overcoming an ancient evil and save the souls of the innocent by solving nearly 20 ingenious puzzles. The game will also take you through 32 different locations to advance the spooky storyline. Achievements can be earned through Game Center as well.

Spirit Walkers is completely void of timers, allowing you to enjoy the intriguing story without being rushed along. It’s great for both short and long gaming sessions.

Some of the puzzles are a little tricky, and you can skip them if you want to avoid being hung up, but you can’t come back to them later on.

Spirit Walkers HD (Full)
iPad
Spirit Walkers HD (Full)

Spirit Walkers HD (Full)

G5 Entertainment AB

An adventure game inspired by the legend of a hiker-attacking ghost living in the forest.

It’s for casual gamers who want to explore and solve puzzles at their own pace.

$4.99 $4.99
Why we picked this?

Maylynn and a group of friends have gone on an investigative trip. Their adventure starts to unravel when one of the friends gets injured. It’s up to you to help the group make it safely home by overcoming an ancient evil and save the souls of the innocent by solving nearly 20 ingenious puzzles. The game will also take you through 32 different locations to advance the spooky storyline. Achievements can be earned through Game Center as well.

Spirit Walkers is completely void of timers, allowing you to enjoy the intriguing story without being rushed along. It’s great for both short and long gaming sessions.

Some of the puzzles are a little tricky, and you can skip them if you want to avoid being hung up, but you can’t come back to them later on.