Find out why people love these free apps
Natalie Dean | Entertainment Editor
Apps can make life so much easier, and they can also be a great way to waste time in between assignments or Zoom meetings. These latest apps can provide much needed entertainment any time of day, and most have received high ratings and reviews. From all the different app stores available, these are just a few of the hottest games and apps out right now.
Games:
- “Tetris” ⏤ The world’s famous block puzzle game, now with daily challenges and group matches.
- “The Sims Mobile” ⏤ Create a unique online world with customizable characters, homes, friendships and lifestyles.
- “8 Ball Pool” ⏤ With one vs. one matches or eight player tournaments, any fans of pool can enjoy playing this game.
- “UNO!” ⏤ The popular card game has gone virtual, now with leaderboards and real time matches.
- “Two Dots” ⏤ A puzzle game that propels two dots through an artistic world.
- “Super Mario Run” ⏤ Control Mario’s running by tilting the phone, and help him navigate all the different worlds in the game.
- “SpongeBob: Krusty Cook-Off” ⏤ Put those cooking skills to the test in this fast-paced cooking game.
- “Tangle Master 3D” ⏤ Try to detangle the ropes by trying out all the possibilities.
- “BitLife”⏤ In this creative life simulator, people can pick and choose exactly how their life goes, and see how everything pans out.
- “Hello Neighbor” ⏤ A combination of a puzzle, adventure and horror game, players’ stealth and skills will be put to the test.
Outdoor:
- “Footpath Route Planner” ⏤ Track a long walk or short run with this app and its customizable navigation.
- “AllTrails: Hike, Bike, & Run” ⏤ Discover all the hiking, biking and running trails in any area.
- “Topo Maps+” ⏤ This app provides a reliable and portable map for any destination.
- “Wavve Boating- Easy Marine GPS” ⏤ Stay safe in the water with this navigation app, or mark a few favorite boating spots.
- “harbor: home safety made easy” ⏤ Emergency preparation and SOS responses.
Creativity:
- “Auxy – Music & Beat Maker” ⏤ A music maker with beats, loops, sounds and effects.
- “Sway: Magic Dance” ⏤ Motion effects and AI filters.
- “Smule Social Karaoke Singing” ⏤ A karaoke app available with over ten million songs.
Media:
- “Libby, by OverDrive”⏤ Library e-books and audiobooks.
- “Tubi” ⏤ Stream movies, TV shows and other content.
Contact the author at ndean17@wou.edu
