Spaceteam
© 2012 Henry Smith Inc.
Help! Your ship is about to blow up! This fast-paced co-op game for two to eight players challenges you to save the day by following directions and manipulating controls on your touch screen. There's plenty of shouting as you relay instructions to your crew members, making this an excellent social experience. This is a local multiplayer only game -- meaning that you can play over either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. We had a few glitches when we mixed Android and iOS devices in the same game, but it is possible and the FAQ section helps troubleshoot. There is an optional $5 in-app purchase (not required to play the core game) which unlocks more levels and features. The publisher also has a Patreon page, so you are asked for support. Note that if you want to learn or are teaching English or French, there are versions of this app with pronunciation tools. Location and camera permissions are used in the game. The publisher claims that no personal information is stored or transmitted. We enjoyed the "FailCam" mode which nicely captures the chaos of space travel failure. The bottom line: This game will appeal to all ages, and could be a good way for a young child to play with a Grandparent. Created by Henry Smith, a former Bioware programmer turned independent developer.
$5, iPhone, iPad, Android
Teaches: inter-personal relations, co-operation, communication, fine motor control,
CTR Rating: 84%