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Apps That
Went Free on
2017-12-12

Turn your iDevice into a mobile editing studio, swing through alternate dimensions, and tend to a virtual reindeer with today’s collection of apps and games.

Floof: Rope Swing Hero
iPhone
iPad
Floof: Rope Swing Hero

Floof: Rope Swing Hero

Scott Haley

Swing around deadly obstacles and through wormholes in Floof.

Fans of one-touch gaming.

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

Floof is all about timing. At the beginning of each level, you’ll be provided with a target time and number of swings. Tap to launch your rope through the air and attach to any surface. Tap again to release at just the right time and use physics to reach your destination. One wrong move and you’ll have to start over. The game includes 40 levels, varying physics, and retro music.

You enjoy minimalist graphics and indie games.

You’re more into action games.

Steampunk Puzzle Physics Game
iPhone
iPad
Steampunk Puzzle Physics Game

Steampunk Puzzle Physics Game

RevampSoft

Get the ball into the container below in Steampunk Puzzle.

Fans of physics-based puzzle games.

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

Steampunk Puzzle is fun for the whole family. It requires you to get a single ball into the container below by moving, flipping, and generally manipulating steampunk-inspired parts of all shapes and sizes. The game includes more than 300 levels of varying difficulty and Game Center leaderboards.

Your idea of fun is crazy physics and complex gameplay.

You’re easily frustrated. There’s lots of trial and error.

History Events
iPhone
iPad
History Events

History Events

Monkey Taps

Learn about or get reminded of important events in history with this reference app.

Historians.

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

Want to drop knowledge bombs on friends and family? Download History Events and learn about important events that occurred around the world. Each event includes a short description, date, and the ability to share. Set up a daily reminder window along with how often you want to receive the push notifications. When a push comes through during the day, give it a swipe and view a new event.

You’re a history buff.

You’re not interested in being bugged by push notifications throughout the day.

PicShop HD - Photo Editor
iPhone
iPad
PicShop HD - Photo Editor

PicShop HD - Photo Editor

esDot Studio Inc

Turn your iPhone or iPad into a mobile editing studio with this powerful photography app.

iPhoneographers.

$4.99 $4.99
Why we picked this?

Whether you're a professional photographer or just enjoy messing around with filters, you'll love the selection of tools PicShop has to offer. It includes a handful of editing options, loads of customizable filters and effects, frames and overlays, fun stickers, and the ability to add text or draw right on top of your photo. You can also share your finished product via email, Facebook, or Twitter with a single tap.

You’re in the market for a mobile editing suite.

You’re interested in a camera app. This one is all about editing.

Elf Pets® Virtual Reindeer
iPhone
iPad
Elf Pets® Virtual Reindeer

Elf Pets® Virtual Reindeer

The Elf on the Shelf CCA & B LLC.

Adopt and care for a virtual reindeer in Elf Pets Virtual Reindeer.

Children.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Your little one is going to love caring for their own virtual pet reindeer. Santa’s sleigh isn’t able to fly because he doesn’t have enough able reindeer yet. Your child must feed, clean, love, and play with their reindeer in order to get it ready for Christmas. As they perform the different actions, they’ll earn badges that will add Christmas spirit to the Christmas Magic Meter. Earn enough to help Santa’s sleigh soar!

You want to get your child into the spirit of Christmas.

Your child is under the age of six. They may not be able to navigate the app on their own.