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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-04-11

Play as a jumping dinosaur and clear obstacles, set a timer or reminder with a tap, and battle evil aliens at the edge of the universe with today’s collection of apps and games.

Steve | Widget Dinosaur Game
iPhone
iPad
Steve | Widget Dinosaur Game

Steve | Widget Dinosaur Game

Calm Sea Enterprise, S.L.

Play as a jumping dinosaur and avoid obstacles in Steve.

It’s for anyone who wants a quick gaming fix.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Steve is always there for you, just waiting to be played at a moment’s notice. He conveniently resides in your notification center. All you have to do is add him as a Today widget by scrolling to the bottom of the screen and tapping on the “Edit” button. The next time you swipe down, tap on Steve and go for a high score.

If you seem to never have time for gaming, Steve is your type of game. You’re able to start a game in an instant.

It obviously lacks depth due to the limited screen real estate. You also have to pay to unlock characters.

1TapAlarm
iPhone
iPad
1TapAlarm

1TapAlarm

Shiny Frog di Matteo Rattotti e C. S.N.C.

Set a timer or reminder with just one tap with this productivity app.

It’ll help you get things done.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

Tap any point on the wheel to set and instantly start a timer. If you need a timer to exceed one hour, you must make a full rotation. To reset the timer, tap the icon in the middle of the wheel. The app includes three slots at the top of the screen for separate timers, the ability to pause timers in landscape orientation, and loads of notification sounds to choose from.

Apps should make the little things in life easier, and 1TapAlarm does just that.

1TapAlarm has pretty much everything you could ask for from an alarm app, but it’s just that. An alarm app. It’s not a stopwatch.

DUO! Pairs & Brain Fitness Game
iPhone
iPad
DUO! Pairs & Brain Fitness Game

DUO! Pairs & Brain Fitness Game

Adam Nasri

Stimulate your brain with DUO!

It’s for those who enjoy memory games.

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

DUO! is unlike any memory game you’ve ever played. Sure, you’re still required to tap on cards to flip them over, memorize their positions, and match pairs, but that’s where the similarities end. Each level offers a new and exciting challenge, where you must achieve specific goals, utilize wild cards, follow cards as they are shuffled, and much more. You’re awarded bonus points for creating matches consecutively, which will help you achieve a perfect rating and unlock new levels.

Gamers of all ages are going to enjoy DUO! You can even send challenges to friends and family to see who has the best memory.

Like any memory game, it has elements of chance. With the elements of chance comes frustration since you must achieve perfect ratings in order to continue to unlock levels.

CosmoJoe
iPhone
CosmoJoe

CosmoJoe

Futujoy

Battle evil alien invaders in CosmoJoe.

It’s for fans of space shooters.

FREE ($0.99) For a limited time FREE ($0.99) For a limited time
Why we picked this?

CosmoJoe has received a distress signal from a planet on the edge of the universe. Evil alien invaders are taking over the place, and only you can stop them. Tilt to steer CosmoJoe around the screen, and tap to fire your weapons at the colorful creatures. You’re able to pick up new weapons and swap them out with a tap, and earn combos from perfectly laid traps. The game includes 50 levels, five themes, and 14 weapon types.

CosmoJoe is cute and colorful. If you’re looking for a pick-up-and-play game to sink some time into this week, this is it.

It can be a tad difficult to take aim at your enemies due to the tilt-based controls. It takes some getting used to.

Rock(s) Rider - New Generation for Current iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - (HD Edition)
iPhone
iPad
Rock(s) Rider - New Generation for Current iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - (HD Edition)

Rock(s) Rider - New Generation for Current iPhone, iPad and iPod touch - (HD Edition)

ECA-Games

Ride your bike over crazy ramps and traps in Rock(s) Rider.

It’s for fans of Trials-like gameplay.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Kick-start your bike and hold on tight, because you’re in for a wild ride. You must successfully navigate through complicated environments by controlling the speed and angle of your bike via on-screen controls. Take bets and move quickly as possible in order to earn the big bucks. Each level is loaded with crazy objects like catapults, lifts, ramps, and other movable traps. The game includes a total of five environments, 64 levels, and 150 challenges.

Rock(s) Rider features console-quality graphics and gameplay, so just put on some headphones and enjoy.

If you can’t complete levels, the only way to unlock additional ones is via in-app purchase.