iPod Touch\iPhone\iPad -- Ongoing App Sales

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This is a continuation of this previous thread. Since it was getting very close to the 5,000 thread mark, I figured it was time for a reset.

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. :)


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



YouTube Video Reviews



Apple Game Center
Apple Game Center allows you to keep a friends list, track your in game achievements, and compare with your friends. Many games are starting to support this. Currently this only runs on iPod & iPhone, but an update will be coming soon that enables this for iPad users.

Make sure to checkout the official CAG Game Center exchange thread. You can post your game center name and see the names of your favorite CAG'rs. You can also exchange OpenFeint & Plus+ names there.



Important Notes:

  1. Make sure to check for periodic updates either in iTunes or on your iOS devices. 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 re-downloaded 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 page. 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 iOS device, 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 using one of the repair guides on iFixit to repair it yourself. Apple Stores have been known to give discounts if you bring in a iOS device that they will not fix since it's not in warranty. This discount however is very small.
  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. Griffin Technologies and Zagg are also very good.
 
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[quote name='eliter1']My University library checks iPads out to students and I gave it a try. I don't see the point to it other than to watch Netflix. I rarely see people in class with them and even then they are simply looking at a PDF or slides. I am a PC guy and I would much rather spend the money and get a Macbook Air or Pro instead of the iPad, I see no point to it.[/QUOTE]

Like many others, there will at some point be an app that you interact with where you have a moment where you'll get it.
 
You can now order the iPad 2 via apple.com... I got through all the way until "Place Your Order," but I decided not to do it. I'd much rather just take my chances in person. Plus, I didn't like the estimated delivery... even if it was inaccurate.
 
I've had the iPad 2 in my cart a few times but haven't pulled the trigger. I'm definitely going to get one (yes, I absolutely see the point of it for me, and want it more then a laptop), but I really would like to see the colors in person before deciding. Also, I'm chomping at the bit to have it, so I might just take some time off and go to the nearest Apple store....

Also, in for Enigmo 2, and by the way it's a universal app!
 
Don't Drop 2 is now FREE for your iPhone, too.
"A simple game play with gripping graphics, animations and sounds. All you have to do is guide the dripping water droplets from the wall with moving brick layers and into the seepage and guide them home into the bucket. Make sure that it doesn’t fall outside the bucket, collect the target number and unlock different stages. As the stages are unlocked so are the new game plays for you. Pointers and boosters will help you as well as divert you and test you to the limit till you reach your target points.
Also collect the sand-clocks in the timer mode to stay in the game as long as you can or otherwise it’s an end to your endless journey.
Enjoy the graphically pleasing wall backgrounds coupled with amazing music and sound effects to make the entire experience an overall fun."

Neon Knight is also currently available for nothing.
"The most gorgeous racing game is coming! Mysterious space, gorgeous neon car, colorful lighting, gorgeous tail light running across the starsky, all come to challenge your visual nerves! Come and experience the stunning light effects and the brand new features never seen before."

Reiner Knizia's High Society is on sale for .99 for the first time.
"High Society is a card-based auction game of great deals and careful brinkmanship based on the tabletop eurogame by Reiner Knizia.
Every player starts the game with the same amount of money to spend on luxuries and recognitions, but whoever spends the most money loses, no matter what they collected!
High Society is based on the same very successful MobileEuroCard gaming engine that was used in Reiner Knizia's Money, also produced by RPGnet. Simple gestures allow you to examine your own hand and the bids of your opponents. Everything is animated, for a colorful play experience."
 
[quote name='mrsilkunderwear']... business folks who do not want to take their laptops with them. It is light, easy to use and convenient but it is also extremely overpriced.[/QUOTE]

It was this for me. We had to get them at work for testing and support purposes because faculty were using them, and it ended up completely changing how I do my job. It's become this digital notebook that I carry around with me that I keep all my notes and project tracking stuff on, and that I can use to demo projects we're working on (I work in IT on web development stuff). Literally end up passing it around a conference table sometimes so people can put their hands on test versions of projects. It's much more convenient for most of this than using a laptop.

Fact that it plays some decent games was just a fringe benefit ;-)
 
My wife claims that her iPad is the greatest gift I have ever given her. That means it outshines the Movado watch she received for her birthday and the $6.8k rock I gave her for our engagement.

So men... buy your woman an iPad. She'll love you forever.
 
As someone posted earlier, there will probably be an app or genre of apps that will come along that will make the iPad a must buy based on the experience. For me it is the music production apps. There are some amazing apps out there for creating and recording music on the go. They are fantastic on the iPhone, but the screen-size gets prohibitive to work-flow a lot of the time. Suddenly the iPad looks like a great alternative, and with camera connection kit, you can now use USB devices with it (i.e. MIDI controllers, etc). It's not going to replace my regular DAW, but for immediate and portable sketching of music ideas, as well as performance possibilities, it's a game changer.
 
I will second the wives love the Ipad thing. My wife comes home every night and grabs the Ipad and our pug and then sits in the rocking chair most of the rest of the night playing. She has never been a gamer yet she cant stop playing with the Ipad. I think there are so many games that are just so simple and easy that girls who tend to flock towards more casual experiences anyways(No offense to you hardcore gamers out there that are girls, but girls do tend to flock to it)that it just clicks with her.
 
So, will the ridiculous people lining up now only be the kind of people lining up at an Apple store?... leaving Best Buy, Target, etc, nice and empty(er) when the time comes.
 
[quote name='MSI Magus']BTW how do I check if my Ipad has the newest update or not? I know how to check games but not the Ipad itself.[/QUOTE]

should be : Settings App, General Tab, About Tab,Then just loook for "Version" and that will tell you.
 
[quote name='iKilledChewbacca']should be : Settings App, General Tab, About Tab,Then just loook for "Version" and that will tell you.[/QUOTE]

Thanks, it says I am still running 4.2.1, so now how do I update to 4.3?
 
lame, worms is only discounted on the ipad.... ive been waiting for the iphone version to come down to 99c for a while now.
 
[quote name='MSI Magus']Thanks, it says I am still running 4.2.1, so now how do I update to 4.3?[/QUOTE]

Just connect it to itunes, if you have it jailbroken then you will lose the jailbreak.
 
[quote name='iKilledChewbacca']Just connect it to itunes, if you have it jailbroken then you will lose the jailbreak.[/QUOTE]

Is 4.3 jailbroken yet? For real, not the alpha build.
 
[quote name='iKilledChewbacca']Just connect it to itunes, if you have it jailbroken then you will lose the jailbreak.[/QUOTE]

Hmmm see that is what I thought, but still no up date. Will have to check if there is a way to turn auto updates off or something.

Also another dumb question, when I first got my Ipad I played Robot Unicorn HD right off the bat and it created an account for me called something like "player 15453450" well now I have my own account...but it keeps logging me in open feint as "player 14234234" or whatever. I have tried pushing every visible button..but I can not seem to find a way to switch my account over on that game. Anyone know a way?
 
[quote name='MSI Magus']
Also another dumb question, when I first got my Ipad I played Robot Unicorn HD right off the bat and it created an account for me called something like "player 15453450" well now I have my own account...but it keeps logging me in open feint as "player 14234234" or whatever. I have tried pushing every visible button..but I can not seem to find a way to switch my account over on that game. Anyone know a way?[/QUOTE]

I also would like to know what's up with the "player 14234234" or whatever thing, I have made an account as Stimes but how do I delete the random number account? Never mind/thanks
 
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[quote name='Stimes']I also would like to know what's up with the "player 14234234" or whatever thing, I have made an account with as Stimes but how do I delete the random number account?[/QUOTE]

Just figured it out what you have to do is click the open feint button then click settings then scroll down and you will see the option switch account, click on that then select the new account. You will sadly have to do this for every game you played before creating an open feint account.
 
[quote name='Dimsdale'] iStunt Reloaded Pro[/URL] "iStunt is an addictive 2D Snowboard action-packed game with a strong emphasis on physics.
Traverse 60 different, surreal levels in an attempt to either score as many points as possible by pulling off amazing stunts (Stunt Mode) or getting to the finish line as quick as possible (Time Trial Mode). Achievements are included with OpenFeint!
Making things even more interesting is the occasional gravity inversion field which requires physically rotating the device 180-degrees to get back on track."

[/QUOTE]

If you guys like this game part two is on sale for this weekend only as an intro price of $.99
http://appshopper.com/games/istunt-2
 
After years of swearing I'd never purchase an Apple product, I went ahead and bought a 4th generation 32GB iTouch a few days ago. I was growing more and more tired of my Zune HD freezing non-stop, so I caved.

That said, I'm looking for some good, free games to download. I've already grabbed Fruit Ninja, Paper Toss, Skee Ball, Get Me Out, PAC-MAN, and Shift 2. Anyone have any recommendations for some other quality free games? Thanks in advance.
 
[quote name='SEH']After years of swearing I'd never purchase an Apple product, I went ahead and bought a 4th generation 32GB iTouch a few days ago. I was growing more and more tired of my Zune HD freezing non-stop, so I caved.

That said, I'm looking for some good, free games to download. I've already grabbed Fruit Ninja, Paper Toss, Skee Ball, Get Me Out, PAC-MAN, and Shift 2. Anyone have any recommendations for some other quality free games? Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]

Use this site(think they have an app you can use too)
http://appshopper.com/

Someone else listed it to help me awhile back and I love it. It lists every time a game is on sale, updated or marked down to free. I manage to snag 6-10 free games a day with it and usually 2 or 3 of them are worth my time or even amazing. As for stuff you can instantly grab for free, I believe that Mega Jumper is free and me and my wife have both poured a crap ton of hours in to it this week.
 
I am now a member of the iPad family.

...my first time standing in line for anything. A surprisingly enjoyable experience.
 
[quote name='Azuvidexus']No need to wait: Dungeon Hunter 2 iPhone & iPad are already at $0.99 until tomorrow midnight!
.[/QUOTE]

Awesome! I wasn't expecting it to go on sale until later tonight, thank you
 
[quote name='MSI Magus']Ipad version is still showing up at $6.99 for me.[/QUOTE]
I find that so weird especially since mine is already being transferred to iPad as we speak.
 
[quote name='MSI Magus']Ipad version is still showing up at $6.99 for me.[/QUOTE]

Shows .99 for me.

[quote name='Kush']I am now a member of the iPad family.

...my first time standing in line for anything. A surprisingly enjoyable experience.[/QUOTE]

Me too. Although my wait in line was 5 minutes! :)
 
[quote name='o0achilles0o']iBomber Defense on sale for $.99 Appshopper

Great reviews and it's universal. I may blind buy...[/QUOTE]

I just did! Tower defense with 1,000 reviews 90% of which are in the high range and a great graphics style....sold.
 
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