These ten apps from October are worthwhile
"Bad North": Tactical Island Adventure
In "Bad North" islands have to be defended again and again against Vikings. For this, the player must place his units wisely and distribute upgrades to them. In the ranks of the defenders, the commanders take on special tasks. If they fall in the battle, new warriors follow, which must first be revalued. Add to this playful depth in "Bad North" a minimalist and intoxicating graphic style. In addition, the tactical game on the smartphone can play outstanding.
For 5.49 euros, from Raw Fury: iOS, Android
"Hiitmi": Timely fitness
With "Hiitmi" you can quickly and easily create your own fitness programs. The app is above all an interval timer. The name of the exercise, possible repetitions and duration are given and then it starts. One voice reminds of the self-imposed time limit and the beginning of the next exercise. "Hiitmi" remains always clear and is easy to use, free and comes without advertising.
Free, from Christian Stocker: Android
"Postbox": control over messages
Google's app "Postbox" should help to be less distracted by your own smartphone. So you can determine which notifications you want to get displayed immediately and which not. The app then collects all messages and puts them together clearly. How often and when such an update is sent can also be set. Unfortunately, "Postbox" does not connect directly to the content to which the notification refers, but simply opens the app. That being said, it's a nice and simple idea that makes it easy to keep track.
Free, from Google Creative Lab: Android
"The Swords of Ditto": Save the world with a record
At first glance, you might think that in "The Swords of Ditto" you have to compete against monsters again in a classic fantasy world. This adventure is more modern though. The hero fights his way through suburbs and past fast food shops. Of course, there are still classic dungeons and loot. The arsenal is also idiosyncratic. If you are not in the mood for a bow and a sword, you can grab a record Frisbee or a magical golf club. These ideas and the outstanding look make "The Swords of Ditto" a charming role play. Unfortunately, the controller takes a bit of getting used to.
For 6,49 Euro (Android) or 6,99 Euro (iOS), from Devolver Digital: iOS, Android
"Photostack": photos adapted quickly
"Photostack" is a simple and useful app to edit photos. Multiple files at once can be customized. The sources are your own device, internet addresses and a cloud service. The images loaded in this way can be converted into various file formats with "Photostack". In addition, their size can be adjusted. A watermark can also be placed on his photos to protect them from being copied in the net. The app is free and comes without advertising.
Free, from Corbin Davenport: Android
"Takoway": A cute puzzle
To solve the puzzles in "Takoway", you have to play with the perspective. For what at first glance seems like an insurmountable obstacle may be easier to solve from another angle. The player accompanies the little octopus Tako during his escape. You will find many curious and lovingly designed characters that make "Takoway" an unusual puzzle game.
For 2.69 euros (Android) or 3.49 (iOS), from Daylight Studios: iOS, Android
"Gangsters 1920": Bank robbers on the trail
"Gangsters 1920" is an atmospheric detective game. The player gradually explores different spaces in search of clues. These either help to find the wanted bank robbers or to avoid dangers. The criminal hunt is presented in a special and minimalist style, but works well on the small screen. The same applies to the controller.
For 2.99 (Android) or 3.49 (iOS), from Sunlight Games: iOS, Android
"Knightfall": Always straight ahead
"Knightfall" is a simple action game in which the player has to give commands to his knight again and again. For example, if a monster blocks the way, he should make a sword strike. The simple gameplay makes it easy to get started and makes "Knightfall" an entertaining adventure in charming pixel-optics, which can sometimes only be started for a few minutes.
For 2.39 euros, from o3one kinetics: Android
"zCube": Because it was so nice
Anyone who had a PC with a reasonable graphics card in the nineties and experienced the first days of the virtual real-time strategy will be happy about "zCube". Because in a slightly more modern look, the game is strongly reminiscent of classics like "Red Alert" and "Age of Empires". Bases are built, units are produced and moved across the map. Everything comes in a minimalist but charming look and can be controlled well on the smartphone. However, the possibilities and playful depth are somewhat limited.
For 1.09 Euro, from Game Dev Team: iOS, Android
"Krystopia": Relaxed pondering
What makes "Krystopia" a special puzzle game is its presentation. Because a dreamy soundtrack and a mysterious environment accompany the player with the nuts that wait in "Krystopia". It is always about shifting things correctly or combining shapes to get to the next room. These are reminiscent of the hits "The Room" or "The Witness" and can also compete in quality and aspiration. With just under five hours of play time is also offered neat extent.
For 3.49 euros, from Antler Interactive: iOS, Android
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