Christmas is right around the corner, and in the spirit of giving we’ve noticed a great many developers have been discounting their apps and games. With no new releases to look forward to this week (the App Store team take five days off over the holidays) now is a great time to look at existing apps that may have passed you by, and to nab a festive bargain.
Here’s a quick rundown of some of the best items currently on sale, split into apps and games because there are so many. Remember that, although accurate at the time of writing, these prices could change at any time – so always double check before buying.
Apps
We’ve found four great apps worthy of your attention that are much more affordable right now. Castro 2 in particular is a favorite of ours, so check it out if you’ve not had the chance before!
Castro 2 – was $5/£5, now $2/£2
Castro lets you track lots of podcasts at once without getting overwhelmed.
Halide – was $5/£5, now $3/£3
Halide is a groundbreaking camera app for deliberate and thoughtful photography.
Meditation Studio – was $4/£4, now FREE
Whether you want to reduce stress, ease anxiety, improve sleep or boost confidence, it’s all here.
Deliveries – was $5/£5, now $3/£3
Deliveries helps you keep track of all your packages, so you always know when they’re going to arrive.
Games
There are so many good games on sale right now we’re completely spoiled for choice! If you’ve got any downtime ahead over the holidays, pick up a any of these ten high-quality bargains and you’ll never be short of something to do. The Room Three is our pick of the bunch, as it’s a fantastic game with wide appeal that very rarely goes on sale.
INKS – was $3/£3, now $1/£1
INKS updates pinball for a new generation. See our review!
Mini Metro – was $5/£5, now $1/£1
Mini Metro is a game about designing a subway map for a growing city.
The Room Three – was $4/£4, now $2/£2
A physical puzzle game within a beautifully tactile world. See our review!
Jaipur – was $5/£5, now $1/£1
Jaipur is a fast-paced card game for two players with a blend of tactics, risk and luck.
Old Man’s Journey – was $5/£5, now $2/£2
A story game about life’s precious moments, broken dreams, and changed plans. See our review!
Euclidean Lands – was $4/£4, now $1/£1
A beautiful puzzle game with unique mechanics that blends isometric architecture and turn-based movement.
Oceanhorn – was $8/£8, now $4/£4
Set sail and embark on an epic journey. Grow from a boy to a legend.
Transistor – was $5/£5, now $2/£2
Experience a science fiction action RPG like no other!
Vignettes – was $3/£3, now $1/£1
An accessible, colorful experience for all to enjoy, filled with playful interactions and hidden secrets.
After the End – was $4/£4, now $1/£1
Get ready to flex your mental muscles and be wow’ed in After The End: Forsaken Destiny.