Shine: Journey of Light

$2.99, iPad, iPhone

Teaches: fine motor coordination

CTR Rating: 90%

CTR Review

This is a very well designed, relaxing "atmospheric side scroller" that uses a "Flappy bird" control mechanism. You touch the screen to move a glowing light through a maze. To progress you need to stay away from the walls, and capture more spots of life. While the controls are simple, they also come with a learning curve, and some fine motor coordination. The well designed menu presents 40 levels, each with a theme like "dust & magic" or "how do I get out?" The first levels are free. This is a calm game with gentle music, and outstanding illustrations by Oliver Popp