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Best iPhone, iPad & Mac Apps Released In January 2012

January 31, 2012

The App Store continued its strong growth in January with 22,593 brand new iPhone, iPod touch and iPad apps introduced. Also adding to the Apple’s App Store count were 470 new Mac apps. Through a process combining qualitative and quantitative factors, we’ve identified the best from the bunch. You may have heard of some, downloaded a few and will hopefully discover a few surprises.

Clicking on a blue app title will take you to the App Store so you can learn more about the app and to download it. The first section is comprised of the best apps we found for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. Universal, by the way, means the app is optimized for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. The second section is for the best Mac apps released in January.

iPhone, iPod touch & iPad Apps

  • ASH II: Shadows (SILVER Edition) by Konami Digital (Games, Universal, $2.99): “The world of Aghaus is once again in peril, and the heroes of old must heed the call to partake on another dangerous adventure. Join Nicholas and Damien as they pursue new quests, discover ancient mysteries, and find unexpected new allies. With a brilliantly original tale to experience and stunning HD hand-drawn graphics, Ash II: Shadows will once again capture your imagination and take it to new heights.” The Gold Edition is also available for $4.99.


Ash II trailer
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  • Baseball Superstars 2012 by Gamevil (Games, Universal, FREE): “Step up to the plate for the best baseball experience on the App Store, now looking better than ever before in crisp HD! The sky’s the limit with level restrictions unlocked, upgraded batting and pitching moves, endless customization, new super players and more play modes. Whether managing a team to the championship or training a rookie to the Hall of Fame, you’re in control of it all.”


Baseball Superstars 2012 trailer
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  • Derby Days by Com2uS (Games, Universal, FREE): “Roll up your sleeves and start building the ranch of your dreams! Nurture your horses to be the best of the best and compete with neigh-boring horses. Breed your horse with your friends’ and customize them any way you want! Spruce up your ranch to provide ideal environment for your horse… With a stream pool and a corner track, there is no better place to call home for your horses. Watch them race in local derbies and compete for trophies in the championship!”


Derby Days trailer
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  • Dungeon Crawlers by Ayopa Games (Games, Universal, $1.99): “Take command of the Dungeon Crawlers team as they explore goblin-infested hallways, lava-drenched caverns, and other hostile environs in pursuit of loot, women, and monsters to crush. With gameplay drawn from the best of tactical RPGs and a personality inspired by action/fantasy comedy films, Dungeon Crawlers takes the tactics genre and injects it with fun 3D battles and much-needed humor.”


Dungeon Crawlers trailer
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  • Hank Hazard by Chillingo (Games, iPhone, $0.99): “So you thought Evel Knievel was the last of the daredevils? Guide Hank, encased in his hamster ball, through increasingly challenging stunt courses while collecting stars and secret coins. Varied game mechanics and incredible level design make Hank Hazard: The Stunt Hamster a supreme arcade-puzzle experience.”


Hank Hazard trailer
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  • iTunes U by Apple (Education, Universal, FREE): “The iTunes U app gives you access to complete courses from leading universities and other schools — plus the world’s largest digital catalog of free education content — right on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. Whether you’re majoring in molecular biology at a university, taking Spanish in high school, or just interested in European history, you now have a valuable tool to help you learn anytime, anywhere.”
  • Niko by Sulake Corporation (Games, Universal, FREE): “Niko is an exciting adventure combining inventive sling shot actions and amazing platform level designs. To be successful, Niko needs to race through the levels, keep eyes on the traps, collect achievements on the way, and rescue all the friends captured in the Otherworld! “
  • One Epic Game by Chillingo (Games, iPhone, $0.99): “There’s only one hero who can save us all. Unfortunately, he’s busy, so it’s up to you instead. So now it’s time to protect the world from an alien invasion right in the middle of a zombie outbreak in a post-apocalyptic wasteland…full of all your favorite bad guys! Featuring a ton of content including weapons, new levels as well as a variety of new game modes. This is an action packed infinite runner with it’s tongue planted firmly in it’s cheek.”


One Epic Game trailer
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  • Paper Monsters by Crescent Moon Games (Games, Universal, $0.99): “Dive into the world of Paper Monsters and watch a living world made out of paper, cardboard, and a few cotton balls unfold right before your eyes. Paper Monsters takes all of the classic 2d platforming elements, combines them with cutting edge graphics and then packs it onto your iPhone or iPad. Jump, bounce, warp, swim, and fly your way to saving the world!”


Paper Monsters trailer
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  • Penguin Palooza by Polarbit (Games, iPhone, $0.99): “Each year, the emperor penguin hikes across a hundred kilometers of freezing arctic wasteland to reach their ancient spawning grounds. Lately, however, the march of the penguins is increasingly obstructed by gaping chasms of open sea. Driven by insatiable avian lust, and in stark denial of their flightlessnes, the desperate penguins hurl themselves across the gaps, only to plummet into the icy sea. If nothing is done, the majestic penguin will soon go the way of the dodo…”
  • Puzzlejuice by Colaboratory (Games, Universal, $0.99): Puzzlejuice is a game that will punch your brain in the face. Puzzlejuice takes all of the elements of your favorite puzzle games and puts it into one convenient brightly colored package! This game was designed to challenge both your spatial and verbal abilities and if you don’t feel overwhelmed then you might not be human. It’s a puzzle that will keep you hooked.”
  • Roo Roo Run by 5th Cell (Games, iPhone, $0.99): “From the creators of Scribblenauts! Your joey has been captured and you need to get him back! Run Roo Run follows Roo, a mother kangaroo, traveling across Australia from Perth to Sydney in search of her captured Joey. Hop, skip, and jump your way across tons of unique and interesting obstacles in the Australian outback! Run Roo Run is a micro-platformer featuring single screen levels filled with unique, fun obstacles and easy to learn one-touch gameplay.” The iPad version is also available for $1.99.


Roo Roo Run trailer
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  • SoulCalibur by NamcoBandai (Games, Universal, $11.99): “SOULCALIBUR series is available on theiOS. Enjoythe memorable characters and non-stop action SOULCALIBUR is famed for with complete arcade fidelity in the comfort of your own home!”


    SoulCalibur trailer
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  • Triple Town by Spry Fox (Games, Universal, FREE): “Triple Town is an original puzzle game in which you try to grow the greatest possible city. The larger the city you build, the more points you score. You build your city by matching three or more game-pieces: combine three grasses to make a flower, three flowers to make a bush, three bushes to make a tree… until you’ve filled the board with houses, cathedrals and castles. Along the way, you’ll have to outwit giant bears who will try to block your progress.”
  • Woody Woodpecker by Chillingo (Games, Universal, $0.99): “It’s time for high flying mischief and crazy tricks with your favorite feathered friend! Join Woody Woodpecker and his pals as they race across green valleys and icy slopes. Speed past your opponents and grab first place by timing your touches just right. Created by renowned cartoonist Walter Lanz, the unforgettable animated collection comes to life in this addictive and hilarious racing game that’s fun for all ages. “


Woody Woodpecker trailer
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  • Zombie Bunnies by Coding Design (Games, iPhone, $0.99): “Control Dr. Hare in his Bunny Ship (of Evil) and bring down the pain on unsuspecting citizens with your Zombie Bunnies. But watch out, the more destruction you cause the more violent the citizens become. They won’t go down without a fight, so be crafty, be quick, and be deadly with your Zombie Bunnies!”


Zombie Bunnies trailer
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  • Zombie Wonderland 2: Outta Time! by Chillingo (Games, Universal, $0.99): “Shoot first, mop later… Niceville is in peril again—the zombies are back to pester the citizens of the quaint little town. Travel back in time to help Chuck clear the world of those pesky mumbling zombies once and for all!”

Mac Apps

  • iBooks Author by Apple (Productivity, Mac, FREE): “Now anyone can create stunning iBooks textbooks, cookbooks, history books, picture books, and more for iPad. All you need is an idea and a Mac. Start with one of the Apple-designed templates that feature a wide variety of page layouts. Add your own text and images with drag-and-drop ease. Use Multi-Touch widgets to include interactive photo galleries, movies, Keynote presentations, 3D objects, and more. Preview your book on your iPad at any time. Then submit your finished work to the iBookstore with a few simple steps. And before you know it, you’re a published author.”
  • Monkey Labour by Dawn of Play (Games, Mac, $0.99): “Mobot the robot is expected to mindlessly labor at his job deep inside the bowels of a corporate production facility while his monkey boss vents frustration by throwing obstacles Mobot’s way. Help Mobot stick it back to the system while avoiding being replaced by a cheaper model in this deliciously retro 80s style electronic handheld game rehash.”


Monkey Labour trailer
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  • Quicken Essentials for Mac by Intuit (Finance, Mac, $49.99): “Quicken Essentials for Mac, a basic starter edition, helps you manage all of your personal finance in one place, so you can see where you’re spending and where you can save. Quicken automatically categorizes your financial transactions, stay on top of bills and helps you set goals so you can save more.”
  • Race Illegal High Speed 3D by Chillingo (Games, Mac, $2.99): “Put the pedal to the metal in this high-octane, adrenaline-pumping, street racer. Speed, drift, dodge, ram and race your way to legendary status in career mode, or just dive in to a quick arcade race. Race illegal puts you in the driving seat, as you take on other racers in a variety of game modes. Win races to win cash, spend it on super powered upgrades for your ride and burn some rubber!”
  • Snapseed by Nik Software (Photography, Mac, $19.99): “Snapseed for Mac OS is the only photo app you’ll want to use every day! It makes any photograph extraordinary with a fun high-quality photo experience right on the desktop.”


Snapseed trailer
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To see the Best New Apps list from December 2011, click here.

Note: You should verify app price and information in App Store before downloading or purchasing any app.

 
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