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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-10-29

Help Hendrik rebuild his life, go camping with grandpa, and save the last king from impending doom with today’s collection of apps and games.

Finding Gnomes
iPhone
Finding Gnomes

Finding Gnomes

Peeking Peacock HB

Save a friend by completing tasks in Finding Gnomes.

It’s classic point-and-click goodness.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

An old friend has sent you a letter out of nowhere begging for help. In order to find your friend, you’ll have to hunt down a bunch of magical garden gnomes and return them to a witch. Make your way around the hand-drawn environments searching for clues and solving puzzles in order to save the day.

If you prefer classic point-and-click adventures, this is it.

Like most games in the genre, it can be a slog due to backtracking.

Onion Force
iPhone
iPad
Onion Force

Onion Force

Throwback Entertainment

Save the last king from impending doom in Onion Force.

It’s a hybrid tower defense/action game.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Onion Force combines the best elements of the tower defense and action genres to provide you with a rather unique experience. Before each battle you’re able to pick between three playable heroes, each with their own unique abilities. As your enemies descend upon the battlefield, tap to attack. The coins you collect can be used to erect one of eight different tower types to help defend your king. The game includes stylish cartoon graphics, 30 levels, and three difficulty settings.

If you want something more from your tower defense game, Onion Force has it. Not only is it stylish, it also has destructible environments, weather conditions, and varying terrain.

The bars on the sides of the screen detract from the gameplay.

Blown Away: Secret of the Wind
iPhone
iPad
Blown Away: Secret of the Wind

Blown Away: Secret of the Wind

Black Pants Studio GmbH

Help one very unlucky creature change his fortunes in Blown Away.

It’s a platformer that plays like a puzzle game.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Everything in Hendrik’s life has been blown away by the wind including his home. Help him recover the pieces and put his life back together by teleporting all around the environments. Hendrik shoes hold the power to teleport, but they need time to recharge, so you’ll have to time your taps properly. The game includes four worlds, 120 levels, and upgrades.

If you’re tired of running and jumping around levels, download Blown Away today. It’s quite unique.

There aren’t any shortcuts.

Camping With Grandpa
iPhone
iPad
Camping With Grandpa

Camping With Grandpa

Fairlady Media

Your little ones get to head out on a camping adventure with grandpa with this educational app.

It’s designed for children ages six through eight.

$2.99 $2.99
Why we picked this?

Camping With Grandpa is loaded with activities for your little ones to enjoy. Once they set out on their adventure they’ll get to read a compass, take a hike, identify animal tracks, and help animals get fed. Grandpa will guide them along the way, so you can just hand off your iDevice and let your child enjoy. The app includes seven educational mini-games, six interactive activities, and loads of fascinating videos about survival, camping, and wildlife.

If you want to give your child a head start, start with Camping With Grandpa. It includes loads of educational content.

Just make sure your child is within the age range. If not, the developers have a handful of other apps that are more suitable.