iPhone and iPod Touch Games -- Ongoing Sales

Status
Not open for further replies.

ryanflucas

CAGiversary!
Feedback
21 (100%)
Gamecenter ID adds:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=272367

This is a continuation of this previous thread. Since it reached 5,000+ posts making a new thread is easier to read through.

Post any deals you find, recommendations, requests for deals, etc. Please keep things as civil as possible. There's no such thing as a bad deal post and reviews are opinions. :)


Apple iPhone & iPod Touch games in the App store are constantly going on sale. While I originally posted games and prices in this post, it's become almost impossible to keep up with it all. Feel free to post in this topic on good deals and games you enjoy. Developers are also encouraged to join in, especially if they are running promos or sales.

If you want to check out a particular game, try the following review sites, or ask in here so fellow CAG's can assist you.

Price Drop Sites

App & Game Review Sites


Important Notes:

  1. Make sure to check for periodic updates either in iTunes or on your iPod\iPhone. For each release of new firmware, there's usually a bunch of games updated right afterward.
  2. Some applications also go on sale by their authors when they reach 1 million download and similar milestones.
  3. Apps often have specials the day before, during, and after holidays, regardless if said game/app is related to the holiday.
  4. Newly released apps will often have a % or dollar amount off for a limited period of time to gain a large following quicker. While browsing the app store you can go to a particular type or genre and order according to release date. This can make finding new app discounts faster.
  5. Make sure to backup your purchases in iTunes to CD/DVD for safe keeping. You can do this by clicking File-->Library-->Backup to Disc. Then choose all purchases, applications only, and full or incremental backup. How often is up to you, but I do this monthly, or more often if I buy a lot of apps.
  6. Apps can be redownloaded without incurring an extra charge if you previously purchased it. This is good if you have a crash and forget to backup your purchases. I don't know if this is a permanent feature so backing up regularly is still important.
  7. I strongly advise not to buy iTunes Gift Cards by 3rd parties unless you know they can be trusted. Retail stores, receiving cards as gifts, etc are the best ways. There are many credit card scams, stolen cards, hacked cards going around, especially on Ebay.
  8. If you are the victim of a iTunes Card scam or get your account locked due to one not all hope is lost. Apple has been fairly lenient on these issues. Call Apple directly at 1-800-MY-APPLE, or check the iTunes Store support site. Also going to your local Apple Store to discuss it can help. The account locking is an automated process and can be reversed. This can take time so be cautious if you use gift cards from 3rd party sources.
  9. If you somehow break your iPhone or iPod Touch, you have some options. If you bought the Applecare warranty it should be covered for most items. If your Applecare ran out or you don't have one, try these sites for do it yourself replacement parts & fixes.
    iFixit Touch Repair Guide ; iFixit iPhone Repair Guide ; TechRestore
  10. Using a screen protector can extend the life of your device. Most stores carry these, but they can be hard to install. The best I have personally used are made by a company called Power Support. They have both clear and anti-glare protectors. They are easier to install because the protector is a firm yet thin piece of plastic. Two come in a pack, average price I've seen is $20. They have an Ebay Store that might save you a few bucks.
 
Last edited by a moderator:
A few notable $0.99 sales:

349895.png


Gameloft's GT Racing: Motor Academy ($4.99 -> $0.99)

http://itunes.apple.com/app/gt-racing-motor-academy/id347349895?mt=8

626088.png


Konami's SILENT HILL The Escape (US) ($4.99 -> $0.99)

http://itunes.apple.com/app/silent-hill-the-escape-us/id300626088?mt=8
 
Are these discounts and stuff online only or can you get them through the App store off the iPod Touch? I am getting a 64gb iPod touch for my birthday (Oct 28th) and was just curious.
 
[quote name='GenPirate']Are these discounts and stuff online only or can you get them through the App store off the iPod Touch? I am getting a 64gb iPod touch for my birthday (Oct 28th) and was just curious.[/QUOTE]

That's where people usually buy from, the iOS device itself.
The online App Store and the App Store is the same thing.

If you buy off online, you either need to re-download it on your device or transfer it through iTunes.
So it's less of a work to buy it from App Store on your iOS device.
 
[quote name='Fire_Thief']I only buy on my computer so I never have to worry about losing my apps.[/QUOTE]

You can always connect your device to your computer and press the sync button.
 
Recently released to a 4/4 on SlideToPlay, I recommend Game Dev Story. It's a hefty $4 but it's a nice little sim game where you hire a staff and make video games. Not a LOT to it, but it's entertaining and addicting as hell. Whoever made it a gameplay conceit that you HAD to start a new project while your last big game was shipping and reporting sales was a genius. Means that to see how you did, you have to be foot deep in the next big money making scheme. Hard as hell to pull yourself away.
 
I can vouch for Game Dev Story too. First night I got it, I played until 3:30 in the morning and I got it around 11 PM. Thank god my class was cancelled the next day, otherwise I would've been dead tired. I'm actually hesitant to go back to playing until the weekend. Don't wanna up late playing that game and then be dead tired for class the next day.
 
Shibuya I think was free recently wasn't it? is that that one where like bars come down and you match the color or something? I thought it sucked lol and deleted.
 
[quote name='aznguyen316']Shibuya I think was free recently wasn't it? is that that one where like bars come down and you match the color or something? I thought it sucked lol and deleted.[/QUOTE]

Yes it's the game you referred to and yes I believe on the October 2nd, 2010.
Well the game seems to be a bit polished, and it was actually quite fun.
 
[quote name='iKilledChewbacca']Angry Birds Halloween is AWESOME !

They even added all new mini video clips :D

plus its only 11.2 MBs ! so it doesnt take a crap ton of space .[/QUOTE]

This still not on US app store? i cant find it
 
The hidden object game The Mystery of the Crystal Portal is on sale for .99 through the weekend (http://itunes.apple.com/app/the-mystery-crystal-portal/id341329826?mt=8).

"Embark on a brain-bending adventure that's full of unique hidden object fun. Journalist Nicole Rankwist has always been close to her archaeologist father. So when her father goes missing, Nicole knows she has to find him. After all, he had apparently just made a discovery that could "change the course of humanity". Join Nicole as she searches the globe on an eye-popping quest to find her father and discover the truth behind the Crystal Portal. Featuring innovative hidden object gameplay, an intriguing storyline, stunning full-screen graphics, and more, The Mystery of the Crystal Portal is a thrilling escape for the whole family."
 
I'm sure it's been stated, but I just want to put in another huge vote for Catapult Madness! It's just plain HILARIOUS. lol

It's currently free, so grab it before it goes up!
 
[quote name='XClaude']I'm sure it's been stated, but I just want to put in another huge vote for Catapult Madness! It's just plain HILARIOUS. lol

It's currently free, so grab it before it goes up![/QUOTE]I don't find it funny at all, but I downloaded it upon reading your post and I've been playing it for the past 30 minutes. It truly is a very awesome game, because I am sooo picky.
 
Holy shit buy Reckless Racing right fucking now!!!!! This game is crazy awesome! Great tracks, awesome details, online play (wifi or 3G), etc

Seriously, drifting around a turn with the ass end of the car hanging off a cliff knocking over the orange cones and road signs is fucking rad. Yes, I said rad.
 
[quote name='MrOlympiaSC']I don't find it funny at all, but I downloaded it upon reading your post and I've been playing it for the past 30 minutes. It truly is a very awesome game, because I am sooo picky.[/QUOTE]

Not even the bean power up? :bouncy:
 
[quote name='Malik112099']Holy shit buy Reckless Racing right fucking now!!!!! This game is crazy awesome! Great tracks, awesome details, online play (wifi or 3G), etc

Seriously, drifting around a turn with the ass end of the car hanging off a cliff knocking over the orange cones and road signs is fucking rad. Yes, I said rad.[/QUOTE]

Yes, it is sweet!
 
Yes, Catapult Madness is quite addicting even after I have passed 70k feet. Is there even a "goal" in this game or just plain fun watching the poor defenseless maiden get pummeled?

Jetball just dropped to free again!! For those that don't have it already, GET ON THIS! It's one of the best arkanoid/breakout games for the iphone/ipod!

http://itunes.apple.com/app/jet-ball/id347411354?mt=8

The newest FAAD is Facefighter. A rather awkward but fun "boxing" game.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/facefighter/id318542965?mt=8

Submarine Buster is also free currently, it's quite awesome retro fun!

http://itunes.apple.com/app/submarine-buster/id395683033?mt=8

Tomacow is a fun cartoony tower defense game and just dropped to free!

http://itunes.apple.com/app/tomacow/id314197186?mt=8

Orbium is currently free for those that enjoy a fun puzzler with rotating balls. :lol: haha

http://itunes.apple.com/app/orbium/id376402382?mt=8

Toyshop Adventures is a new adventure/logic game and is currently free. It looks promising but I have not had a chance to testdrive it yet. It's made by the same guys who made Transformers G1 so I'm looking forward to playing this one.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/toyshop-adventures/id388469326?mt=8

Tiptop is another new game that's currently free. It's an escape game using lines drawn by the user as a path for the helpless... reminds me of that Kirby game on the DS.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/tiptop/id394086343?mt=8

ActionChess just dropped to free, it's a mashup of tetris and chess, mild fun for those moments on the train or bored.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/actionchess/id309543463?mt=8

And last but not least is Sentinel: Mars Defense. As the name suggests, it's a tower defense game but with a cool Starcraft'esque looking theme. It's a fun TD game for those that can't get enough TD games on their devices. :razz:

http://itunes.apple.com/app/sentinel-mars-defense/id305974985?mt=8

That's it for my morning update. Aren't you glad I consolidated all that into one post? :)
 
Last edited by a moderator:
[quote name='Stry-ker']This still not on US app store? i cant find it[/QUOTE]

Yeah I know, But i have had the app for 3 days ....:roll: but we cant talk about how i got it early on CAG. but trust me I am going to purchase it through he app store .
 
[quote name='Fire_Thief']I feel like buying a few apps like Knight's Rush and AB Halloween to celebrate my new iPod touch 4G 32GB.[/QUOTE]

You should! I have the same iPod and it's awesome. Hopefully you've been able to catch a few previous deals and just bought/downloaded through itunes if you had plans to buy an iPod touch ahead of time. I kick myself on skipping out on early deals but about 2-3 weeks before I knew I was getting a new iPod Touch 4G I scoured this thread and got in on deals before getting my Touch =D

You should also get Angry Birds original if you haven't.. and I can also recommend Cut the Rope.
 
Does anyone else still use Apperang? I've had some good luck with them and they just put up a promo for Angry Birds. Can't seem to get any apps to verify anymore though. Very irritating.
 
[quote name='JP']Does anyone else still use Apperang? I've had some good luck with them and they just put up a promo for Angry Birds. Can't seem to get any apps to verify anymore though. Very irritating.[/QUOTE]

I use apperang, just started using it actually. I find that if you go back later to verify or verify the next day it works. If it doesn't verify then you need to remove the app and reinstall it, and then re-verify. It should verify then.
 
Angry Birds Halloween is indeed awesome, and I'm very happy to give them some more money for something real (not a "skip a level" cheat). I love the bats skittering away too.

Catapult Madness, though, that game I don't get the love for. I deleted it after trying it for 15 minutes or so.
 
[quote name='jjz203']
Orbium is currently free for those that enjoy a fun puzzler with rotating balls. :lol: haha

http://itunes.apple.com/app/orbium/id376402382?mt=8
[/QUOTE]


Awesome, from the looks of it this one seems to be another entry in the Scarabeus/Gudeballs genre. It's such a rare genre, I don't think it even has a name ("Rotating Balls" has a ring to it though LOL). My wife LOVES these games, they're her favorite puzzlers. She's still hoping that the Scarabeus peopls do an update with more levels, she would buy it in a heartbeat.

Thanks for the heads up!
 
[quote name='jjz203']You're welcome. Glad to see my efforts are helping others. :) [/QUOTE] They definitely are. I'm new to this thread, since I just got my 4G 32GB Touch a week or two ago, but I've already grabbed several freebies on your recommendation, including Jetball and Toyshop Adventures today. Thanks very much and keep 'em coming! :applause:
 
[quote name='crunchewy']Angry Birds Halloween is indeed awesome, and I'm very happy to give them some more money for something real (not a "skip a level" cheat). I love the bats skittering away too.

Catapult Madness, though, that game I don't get the love for. I deleted it after trying it for 15 minutes or so.[/QUOTE]

I was very skeptical about that game but tried it since it was free. I was at the library doing some reading and decided to give it a try... Not a good idea! I got an achievement and decided to see what it was for and it was for playing the game for an hour:lol:!! Needless to say I like the game very much but now I'm behind on my readings. :cry:
 
[quote name='Fire_Thief']I feel like buying a few apps like Knight's Rush and AB Halloween to celebrate my new iPod touch 4G 32GB.[/QUOTE]

Dido.... Just got mine a couple of weeks ago. AB's is sweet and can't wait to get the Halloween one! Congrats and enjoy!
 
awesome. I just tried to update my iPod Touch 16GB 3rd gen (or 2nd gen) from 4.0 to 4.1, and it bricked. WTF. Right when i started downloading games too.
EDIT: has anyone experienced any of these problems or heard about them?
 
Morning update 10-22-10 :)

Angry Turtle Hero is new and currently free, looks like a fun sidescrolling "jump and eat" game.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/angry-turtle-hero/id398470722?mt=8

Paradise Island : Exotic is a new and currently free sim game.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/paradise-island-exotic/id396958695?mt=8

Doodle Invaders is a space invaders knockoff, but it's new and currently free so try it out!

http://itunes.apple.com/app/doodle-invaders/id395248408?mt=8

Simon Original is, ironically, a new and free clone of the good old childhood Simon game.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/simon-original/id398411576?mt=8

For even more nostalgia, download Human Bridge - The Classic which is also new and free currently! A take on the classic 80's handheld game.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/id398458048?mt=8

A new 3d runner game called Run Presto is currently free.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/run-presto/id393779643?mt=8

And as mentioned by 107proof yesterday, make sure to pick up Giant Moto while it's free!

http://itunes.apple.com/app/giant-moto/id363480418?mt=8
 
Last edited by a moderator:
[quote name='Malik112099']Reckless Racing is the SHIT! Seriously I expected more people in here to get it.

http://itunes.apple.com/app/reckless-racing/id386234787?mt=8[/QUOTE]

Meh it's ok. IMHO with all the great free and $0.99 racing games available already on the app store, I can't see myself paying $3 for another racing game that may get 5 minutes of my time. That's 3 great games I could buy instead. I'll wait for this to go on sale. If they came out with a remake of the pc classic Death Rally, then I may consider breaking my $0.99 rule on apps. :razz:
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
bread's done
Back
Top