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Original Half-Life Now on Mac

Published on January 25, 2013 by in Page 2 News

Valve’s classic game Half-Life, the one that started it all, is now available on Mac for download. Although it is available through Valve’s Steam store, there is no word that it will be available on the Mac App Store.

The game is available for purchase for $9.99. Those with the original CD case can enter their activation code to still redeem the title as a free download. Other Valve packages such as Half-Life: Blue Shift and Opposing Force may also unlock the download.

As of now the game’s description page lists it as a Windows only title, but the download will still run on a Mac.

Go get em’, Gordon! λ

 
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Pocket Planes – Addicting Airline Sim

Published on November 2, 2012 by in 5 Star, Free, Games

5 Stars – [Download here]

I was first introduced to Pocket Planes about a year ago when I downloaded it on my iPhone. I found myself checking my flights several times a day, earning more and more cash in the game every day. When I found out that Pocket Planes was released on the Mac App Store, I was excited. When I found out my saved game would sync on my iOS devices and my Mac, I had this app downloading within seconds.  Pocket Planes - Screenshot

Pocket Planes is an airline simulator that helps you grow your flight business from a small commuter plane to a worldwide transportation network. The ability to customize planes, choose your own path, and compete with friends makes this an exciting game that will keep you checking your game all day long. Best of all, your game progress on your Mac syncs to your iPhone or iPad, keeping your airline empire with you on the go.

Pocket Planes is definitely worth checking out. Sometimes the best apps in life are free, and this is no exception.

 
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Win Angry Birds Space for iOS

Published on August 8, 2012 by in Featured, Site News

Our first contest is here!

Use the entry form below to enter yourself into a drawing for a free coupon code for Angry Birds Space for iOS (this is not the Mac App Store version… you cannot gift Mac App Store apps)

There are several ways to get free entries, including leaving a comment on this post. Just share what your favorite app on the Mac App Store is and you’re entered!

You can also like our Facebook or Twitter pages, or send out a Tweet to your friends about the contest (you can do this one daily!)

See below and check back to see if you have won!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

 
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Valve Expanding Steam to Compete With Mac App Store

Published on August 8, 2012 by in Store News

Valve, the company that backs popular titles such as Half Life and Portal, has recently announced that their Steam store will be expanding their library beyond games.

The Steam store has been around for years, and behaves similarly to the Mac App Store. Gamers can manage their purchases, download games, receive updates, and save their games to the cloud in one centralized application. Their expansion into non-gaming apps will position the company to become a greater competition for the Mac App Store.

The Steam store can also be a safe harbor for developers who develop apps that do not meet Apple’s strict standards. With their new “sandboxing” policy, many developers have had to significantly alter or remove their apps from the Mac App Store. These apps may see new light when accepted to Steam’s online distribution services.

More info is yet to be provided on the specifics of the Steam store.

 
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New Reviews, New Contests, New Site

Published on August 7, 2012 by in Featured, Site News

It has definitely been a while since I last reviewed an app. In my absence I have accomplished some life goals that took away much of my personal time for the past few months. Now that these hurdles are out of the way, I’m excited to revive Mac App Store Review and make it better than ever!

First of all, expect to see more reviews of apps from both popular developers and brand new startups. The goal isn’t just to talk about what’s popular, but to also share with you worthwhile apps that haven’t yet reached the spotlight. Even the greatest of developers always start at the bottom.

Second, there will be upcoming contests and raffles. Earn entries by following us on Twitter and Facebook, commenting on posts, and helping us grow as a site. Prizes can range from free copies of popular apps to iTunes and Amazon gift cards.

With all this change there is also a brand new site design. As the site changes the flow will be more streamlined and content-rich. Clutter is being replaced with fun plugins and awesome content.

Thanks for sticking with Mac App Store Review during the growing pains! I’d love to hear from you about what you think and what you would like to see! Drop us a line or comment below!

 
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‘Star Trek DAC’ Brings Trekkie Gaming to the Mac

Published on February 1, 2012 by in 3 Star, Games, Paid, Uncategorized

Mac App Store Review Rating: 3 Stars – [Download Here] for $9.99

Tonight I purchased Star Trek DAC from the Mac App Store. Being a huge Star Trek fan, I was excited to see what this app had in store. Looking at the preview images Star Trek DAC has impressive graphics and fits the feel of previous Star Trek computer games (such as Star Trek: Elite Force).

After playing the game for about half an hour, my thoughts on Star Trek DAC are mixed, depending on my point of view:

Star Trek DAC Screenshot - Mac App Store Review

From the gamer’s perspective:

The game’s graphics are very crisp and full of color. Gameplay is on a basic two-dimensional field, leaving out the complexity of navigating through a battle in a 3D section of space. The online aspect lets you challenge yourself against season players, or you can hone your skills on the solo gameplay. The game is easy to catch on to and offers some fast paced shoot-em-up fun.

 

From a Trekkie’s perspective:

Much like the latest Star Trek movie, DAC doesn’t quite have the feel of the classic episodes and movies. It is lacking the warmth and character that should be associated with the name Enterprise. It has been suited to meet the standards of popular sci-fi, but doesn’t reach out to the long-lasting Star Trek fans.

Don’t get me wrong… overall Star Trek DAC is a good game to purchase. But if you’re a die-hard Star Trek fan, don’t keep your expectations too high… just leap in looking for a quick game of blowing up ships and flying around.

 
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‘Quicken Essentials for Mac’ Released on the Mac App Store

Published on January 31, 2012 by in 5 Star, Finance, Paid

Mac App Store Review Rating: 5 Stars – [Download Here] for $49.99

Quicken has just recently opened its already popular software to the Mac App Store. Quicken Essentials is a great resource for managing your personal finances and keeping on track with your goals. The software will import data from all of your bank, investment, and credit accounts, remind you to pay your bills on time, track where you spend your money, and look for possible ways to save for the future.

Quicken Essentials for Mac - Mac App Store Review

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.

Quicken Essentials has been available for some time through Quicken directly, but its recent release on the Mac App Store allows for a simple purchase and installation, and allows future upgrades to be easily applied.

 
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Free Apple.com Next Day Shipping

Published on December 20, 2011 by in Page 2 News

Apple is helping out last-minute shoppers by offering free overnight shipping. This will help ensure that all orders are received in time for the Christmas weekend. This offer is only valid for today and tomorrow, so be sure to get your orders in soon!

The offer does not apply to iPhone 4S orders.

 
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Developers – Send In Your Press Releases

Published on December 13, 2011 by in Site News

Are you a developer with an exciting new Mac App that you want to tell the world about? Mac App Store Review is opening a new section for developer press releases. If you are developer, send your press releases to pr@macappstorereview.com.

Once you send us your press release, we’ll post it to http://macappstorereview.com/pr.

 
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Mac App Store Reaches 100 Million Downloads

Published on December 12, 2011 by in Store News

Mac App Store Review - Mac App Store LogoApple announced today that the Mac App Store has passed the 100 million download mark in just under a year of operation. The iPhone App Store passed this mark in the first three months, but also has a wider user base.

The popular app “The Loop” was the download that passed this milestone. Downloads of OS X Lion and software updates did not count towards the total.

Apple is continuing to move away from physical CD packages and push the Mac App Store. Most of Apple’s software is available on the Mac App Store, and the sale of physical CD’s has been discontinued. Microsoft is also preparing to offer their next edition of Office solely on the Mac App Store.

 
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