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Apps That
Went Free on
2020-04-26

Survive aboard a crippled space station, cleanse an ancient curse, and hang out with Talking Carl with today’s collection of apps and games.

Talking Carl
iPhone
iPad
Talking Carl

Talking Carl

Tayasui.com

The one and only Talking Carl is ready to hang out. Are you?

Children of all ages.

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

Carl is an adorable little red creature with an appetite for interaction. You’re able to poke, pinch, tickle, spin, and even strike him with lightning. Just be warned, he’s not overly fond of that last one. Carl’s also a talented musician, as he’s able to play a wide variety of instruments. You’re able to speak into your iDevice’s microphone as well and have Carl repeat what you say in his own unique way.

Your child loves interaction. There’s no one like Carl.

You’re easily annoyed. As long as someone is talking to Carl, Carl never stops talking.

Alien: Blackout
iPhone
iPad
Alien: Blackout

Alien: Blackout

D3PA

Try to stay alive aboard a crippled space station in Alien: Blackout.

Fans of horror and the Aliens franchise.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Alien: Blackout takes place between the films Alien and Aliens. You get to play as Amanda Ripley, the daughter of Ellen Ripley, as she takes command of a crew while attempting to stay hidden from the vicious Xenomorph within the space station. The crippled control system allows you to follow the crew using surveillance cameras and motion tracking, and you’re able to interact with hatches and other systems via the holographic map. Your choices have consequences, and how you command your crew ultimately determines the outcome of the game. Alien: Blackout also includes a survival mode for hardcore players.

You enjoy atmospheric games. With its strategic elements and jump scares, you’ll be sucked in.

You’re more of a casual gamer.

3rd Grade Math Practice
iPhone
iPad
3rd Grade Math Practice

3rd Grade Math Practice

Peekaboo Studios LLC

Get ready for standardized testing with 3rd Grade Math Practice.

Parents and teachers.

$1.99 $1.99
Why we picked this?

3rd Grade Math Practice will help prepare your child for state mandated math tests. They’re able to work through test questions covering topics on a 3rd grade level including algebra, angles, critical thinking, order of operations, and word problems. Test results will reveal where your child is struggling and where they shine, and you can share them with a teacher or parent via email. The app includes the ability to choose specific common core standards to practice as well.

You’re interesting in helping your child improve upon their math skills.

Your child isn’t anywhere near a 3rd grade math level.

BACKFIRE
iPhone
iPad
BACKFIRE

BACKFIRE

Joel Rochon

Cleanse an ancient curse in Backfire.

Hardcore gamers.

$0.99 $0.99
Why we picked this?

Backfire is a test of will. You’re tasked with exercising demons using a ship that only fires backwards. The ship will move and shoot on its own. Simply tap to send it off in your desired direction, and tap rapidly if you got caught by a enemies. The game includes eight unique weapons, four epic boss battles, and dozens of ways to upgrade your ship.

You enjoy games like Geometry Wars and have no problem dying over and over.

You’re more of a casual gamer.