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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-03-15

Guide a ball of light around obstacles, journey through a two dimensional world, and slice numbers down to their prime factors with today’s collection of apps and games.

Splashtop Personal for iPhone
iPhone
Splashtop Personal for iPhone

Splashtop Personal for iPhone

Splashtop Inc.

Access your Mac or PC remotely from your iPhone or iPod touch with this business app.

It’s perfect for those who want to operate and utilize computer apps and files on their iDevices.

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

You must first install the free companion software on your home computer. Splashtop will then be able to automatically discover and connect as long as you’re on the same Wi-Fi network. Once connected, you’ll be able to access and view files on your computer, watch videos, play games, and listen to music remotely.

If you need to access files on your computer often, Splashtop 2 will help you get the job done.

All of your devices have to be on the same Wi-Fi connection in order to utilize Splashtop 2. If you want to access your computer from anywhere, you’ll need to purchase a subscription.

Factor Samurai - Multiply and Divide your way to Times Tables Mastery
iPhone
iPad
Factor Samurai - Multiply and Divide your way to Times Tables Mastery

Factor Samurai - Multiply and Divide your way to Times Tables Mastery

Third Rail, LLC

Cut numbers down to their prime factors in Factor Samurai.

Factor Samurai provides a fun way to practice times tables.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

You get to play as a sword-wielding samurai, and your job is to cut all of the numbers down to their prime factors. As the numbers are thrown at you, you must first decide if they can be factored into smaller values. If not, just let them be. Some numbers will need to be broken down multiple times, so be ready for some intense slashing action. The game includes three difficulty settings, and leaderboards via Game Center.

Whether you want to improve your own mental math skills or have a child that needs to work on their times tables, this is a fun way to go about it.

You won’t find any objects like bombs or multipliers to mix up the gameplay. Just numbers.

The Lost Ship
iPhone
iPad
The Lost Ship

The Lost Ship

Syntaxity Inc.

Embark on your very own treasure hunt in The Lost Ship.

It’s for fans of classic point and click adventure games.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Uncle Henry has always enjoyed the thrill of treasure hunting, and that excitement was instilled in you at an early age. Race against time to help Uncle Henry discover a long lost pirate ship that was allegedly blown on to an island shore in the Caribbean waters. To do so you must pick the correct paths, solve puzzles, and search through old structures with just a tap. A built-in hint system will assist you when you’re stuck, and a dynamic map will ensure you won’t simply go running around in circles.

The Lost Ship is about as classic of a point and click adventure game as you can get. Well, that’s if you look past the beautifully rendered beach and jungle scenes, but why would you want to do that?

The Lost Ship is a bit short on content. If you want a big, sprawling adventure game, this isn’t it.

Almost Impossible!
iPhone
iPad
Almost Impossible!

Almost Impossible!

Daniel Counsell

Guide a small ball of light on a dangerous journey in Almost Impossible.

Fans of side-scrolling platformers will love this one.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Almost Impossible’s retro future graphics will draw you in, and the gameplay will keep you coming back for more. Tap on the sides of the screen to push the bouncing ball of light forward and backward, and avoid everything that isn’t a platform. It sounds easy, but it’s almost impossible to complete the 50 levels.

If you’re looking for a challenge, you’ve found it. Almost Impossible has everything you could ask for from a platformer.

It’ll cost you to skip levels.

A Noble Circle
iPhone
iPad
A Noble Circle

A Noble Circle

Amirali Rajan

Guide a noble circle through a two dimensional world in A Noble Circle.

It’s one of those games that just has to be experienced.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

A Noble Circle is from the creator of A Dark Room and The Ensign. If you’ve played those games, you’ll have a better idea of what to expect from A Noble Circle. If not, you have to try it anyway. On the surface it’s a high score game that has you moving a circle higher and higher with taps. But as you progress, a rather unique story will unfold right before your eyes.

There’s really nothing else like A Noble Circle in the App Store. Sure, it contains elements from games you’ve played before, but its combination of storytelling and advanced techniques is unique.

It’s artsy. It’s challenging. It’s unique. But it’s not for everyone.