As promised, each Thursday is probably the biggest day on the App Store in terms of new, updated and discounted apps for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. App Recap aims to cover as many of these App Store happenings as possible, as part of a comprehensive roundup that goes alongside the more in-depth app coverage that Lory, Christian, Cody and our other writers provide throughout the daytime. We’ve covered a lot today, so dive right in ahead…
New Apps
Warhammer 40,000: Carnage, part of the popular Warhammer series, pits you as a legendary Space Marine
that must run and gun through hordes of enemies in a fast-moving
side-scroller. The battle game packs an impressive number of features:
over 500 iconic wargear items, fireteam missions, free expansion packs
and more. Warhammer 40,000: Carnage is $6.99 on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.
From the creators of Hipstamatic comes Cinamatic, a new app for creating short 3 to 15 second films
with custom filters. A number of filters are included with the app, and
additional ones can be purchased from the shop. Videos can then be
shared directly to Instagram, Vine or Facebook. Several other features
are included. Cinamatic is $1.99 on the App Store for iPhone, specifically optimized for the iPhone 5s.
If you are a fan of video games, Pixeldb
is a new hidden gem worth a look. The app serves as a pocket video game
database, providing everything from game descriptions and reviews to
video content and personalized lists. The app sources its content from
Giantbomb.com, with a sleek and clean user interface. Several platforms
are covered, from Xbox One and PS4 to iOS and Android. Pixeldb is free on the App Store for iPhone.
Guide lost citizens to freedom and discover forgotten dreams in Kiwanuka,
a new game with everything from human bridges to seemingly impossible
obstacles. Use a magical staff to tower and climb throughout your
journey in an environment full of fire, ice and rocks. The game sounds
interesting and has unique graphics to boot. If that sounds like fun,
Kiwanuka is $1.99 on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.
2-bit Cowboy
is a Western action platformer game with graphics that resemble classic
Gameboy games. The app instantly reminds me of playing Pokémon Blue on
my Gameboy Pocket when I was growing up. In the game, tackle challenges
and track down bad guys to earn rewards, find hidden loot and more.
2-bit Cowboy is 99 cents on the App Store for iPhone and iPad.Also new: Adobe Voice (Free), SoulCalibur: Unbreakable Soul (Free), Swipecart ($1.99)
Updated Apps
Viber was updated today with enhancements to the way the app handles photo, video and location messages. A number of general bug fixes were also made, bumping the popular cross-platform messaging app to version 4.2.1. Viber, which lets you share photos, videos, voice messages, locations, stickers, emoticons and more, is free on the App Store for iPhone.
IMDb Movies & TV was
also bumped to version 4.2.1 today as minor bug fixes were made. Just a
few weeks ago, the app received TV listings in the United States,
Amazon Prime availability and more in a larger update. IMDb, useful for
everything from movie showtimes and trailers to TV listings and recaps,
is free on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. Think of it as the ultimate Netflix companion.
Talisman is a new fantasy adventure game, one that Lory recently positively reviewed,
that was updated today to resolve an issue with incorrect character
purchases and a bug “where House Rules chosen from the main menu were
reset when starting a game.” Talisman, a game in which you embark on a
quest for the ultimate treasure, the Crown of Command, is $6.99 on the App Store for iPad.
Icebreaker: A Viking Voyage, a
critically acclaimed and award-winning puzzle game, has been updated
with 40 brand new levels, a new boss fight, new side quests and all new
achievements. The game is also now universal with iCloud compatibility.
The free update pack ensures extra replay value for the game, and pushes
the app to version 1.2.0. Icebreaker: A Viking Voyage is 99 cents on the App Store for iPhone.Also updated: Yahoo News Digest (Free), Instapaper ($3.99), GoodReader 4 ($2.99)
On Sale Apps
Ubisoft has discounted Assassin’s Creed Pirates to
99 cents for the first time since the app was released last December.
In the game, engage in brutal naval combat and build up your crew and
ship to become one of the most feared pirates in the Caribbean. Explore
the vast array of islands in the Caribbean as you embark on a quest for
legendary treasure. Assassin’s Creed Pirates is 99 cents on the App Store for iPhone and iPad while discounted.
Alayer is
free for the first time ever. The image editing app has a streamlined
workflow and useful tools for adding layered effects to photos,
including the ability to selectively blur and erase texture overlays.
Add textures, lens flares, effects, light leaks, gradients, color
adjustments and more with Alayer to fully customize your photos. Alayer
is currently free on the App Store for iPhone while it is discounted, with a regular price tag of $1.99.
Draw Breaker HD
is free for a limited time to celebrate the launch of Lumena. In the
game, you must prevent Professor Blockowski and his block army from
turning the world square based on classic brick breaker gameplay. There
are 16 unique monsters to battle and over ten different power-ups across
five episodes and nine unique rounds. Draw Breaker HD is free on the App Store for iPad.Also on sale: Draw Breaker (Free), FileCentral for iPhone (Free) and WikiLinks (Free)
Let us know what you think about Thursday’s selection of featured apps in the comments section down below. If you come across any other new, updated or discounted apps, do share too. We’ll keep this post updated regularly throughout the day if there are any other important App Store developments.
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