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Apps That
Went Free on
2016-11-01

Embark on a dark and mysterious journey, slide blocks into their targets, and map your mind with today’s collection of apps and games.

Blicke
iPhone
iPad
Blicke

Blicke

Bivis

Slide blocks into their target zones in Blicke.

It’s a colorful logic puzzle game.

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

Blicke’s casual approach may make it seem easy at first, but it’s nothing of the sort. The goal is to get each colored block into its matching target zone with a swipe. Blocks only stop sliding when they run into a wall or another block. You’ll have to utilize both walls and other blocks in order to achieve your goal. The game includes 84 handmade levels to complete.

If you’re a fun of casual games, Blicke is about as casual as they come. It doesn’t contain any move counters or timers.

There aren’t any hints or ways to skip levels you’re stuck on.

Dream-X
iPad
Dream-X

Dream-X

Pavel Tarabrin

Map your mind with this powerful productivity app.

It’s the perfect app for helping you visualize your thoughts.

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

No matter how big or small the idea, Dream-X will help you realize it in visual form. You’re able to choose from two different themes and then get right to your mind mapping. Start off with a single idea and then branch out from there. You’re able to create new branches by selecting the idea you want them to branch off from and then tapping and holding on a spot on the screen. Each branched off idea can be color coded, include photo and message, include a task or subtask, and sport an icon. You’re able to freely rearrange your ideas just by dragging them around the canvas. You’re also able to export your mind maps and share them via email. The app includes tutorial videos and samples to help you get started.

If your thoughts are too complicated for a simple notepad, give Dream-X a shot. It provides structure and visual aid for your best and craziest ideas.

The app can be a little cumbersome to use, so make sure your ideas are worth it.

Tesla Wars - II
iPhone
iPad
Tesla Wars - II

Tesla Wars - II

Pavel Tarabrin

The followup to the smash hit tower defense game, Tesla Wars.

It’s for those who enjoyed the original but want more firepower.

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

Just like the original, your job is to keep the faceless invaders from reaching your Tesla tower. This time, however, bigger and more powerful weapons are at your disposal including six auxiliary turrets. The main tower still is the most powerful, allowing you to strike down your opponents by tapping and holding your finger on them to send off an electric charge. By completing various goals and ensuring no invader reaches your tower, you’ll be rewarded with cash. The cash can be spent on upgrades and special attacks. The game includes a total of 80 levels, and a survival mode.

If you enjoy tower defense games, you have to give Tesla Wars II a try. It’s quite challenging since the invaders can come at you from all angles.

If you didn’t enjoy the original, Tesla Wars II will do nothing to change that. It follows the same formula.

Hiversaires
iPhone
iPad
Hiversaires

Hiversaires

David Mondou-Labbe

Embark on a dark and mysterious adventure in Hiversaires.

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

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Hiversaires won’t hold your hand. You’re dropped straight into the dark labyrinth of Hiversaires without any direction or instruction whatsoever. It’s your job to discover clues that will help weave your way through the corridors and out of the darkness. It’s probably best that you actually draw a map out while playing the game in order to keep things straight.

If you remember the good old days of point-and-click gaming, this is your game. It’s a completely textless world.

Without a menu or hint system, things can get confusing.

Gif Me! Camera
iPhone
iPad
Gif Me! Camera

Gif Me! Camera

pierre gougelet

Create and share animated GIFs with Gif Me.

It’s for those who love sharing on social media.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

Gif Me allows you to capture video three different ways: normal, multi-record, and stop motion. You’re also able to import photos or videos from your library. During the editing process you’re able to add and cut out frames, add filters, adjust the lighting, apply text and stickers, change the playback speed, and add a frame.

If you like to create and share, Gif Me will help you get it done. It’s absolutely loaded with features.

The only reason to skip this one is if you already have a GIF creator or have no interest in the medium.