Apps That
Went Free on
2020-06-28

Doodle Jump was one of the very first mega-hit games in the App Store, and it has continued to delight gamers across the world thanks to its myriad of content updates. Guide Doodle the Doodler on a bouncy journey upwards using highly precise tilt controls. Tap to blast baddies, grab power-ups, and watch the personal records of friends and family fall as you climb higher and higher. The game includes 11 worlds with unique themes to explore, multiplayer, and tournaments.

Sonic Forces pits you against other players from around the world to find out who is the master of speed. Play as Sonic, Tails, Amy, Knuckles, Shadow, Rouge, and other characters from the Sonic the Hedgehog universe. Speed around tracks and swipe to move from lane to lane to collect coins and avoid dangerous traps. Unleash attacks on unsuspecting foes and push them into Badniks and other obstacles to slow them down. Aim for dash pads and grind rails to get a boost and be the first to cross the finish line. The game includes loads of unlockable content and upgrades, iconic locales, and online leaderboards.

Asphalt 8 has become the go-to arcade racer for mobile gamers. It’s loaded with more than 220 officially licensed vehicles from Mercedes, Audi, Ferrari, Ducati, Ford, Chevrolet, and Lamborghini, all presented in gorgeous detail. Race along perfectly rendered tracks while drifting around corners and trading paint with your opponents. You’ll find more than 400 career events to participate in, 1,500 mastery challenges, six game modes, and thousands of ways to customize your rides.

Crossy Road may have many imitators, but thanks to its refined controls and adorable art style, you’ll never experience anything quite like it. Tap to leap forward one space at a time and swipe to change directions. Move quickly across the busy roads and treacherous rivers to avoid being flattened or washed away. One wrong move and it’s all over. Collect the coins spread throughout the levels to unlock new characters with different environmental effects. Crossy Road also includes a local multiplayer option, a sticker pack, and Apple TV support.