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Version History of Blackbar

1.2.2

October 25, 2022

• Fixed a bug preventing the solution of one page

1.2.1

June 2, 2018

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. • Fixed a small visual bug on one page • Fixed a layout problem in the credits on small devices

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1.2

September 27, 2017

• Added a 3-second long-press gesture to reset the story to the beginning • Corrected an issue in iOS 11 arising from new, "smart" quotes

1.1.3

February 1, 2016

• Fixed an embarrassing bug in the credits.

1.1.2

January 22, 2016

• Blackbar is now available with a German localization! Jetzt auch auf Deutsch! Many thanks to our friend Martin Pittenauer. • Added Credits to the end of the game, with a link to Blackbar's prequel, Grayout. • Fixed a rare crash

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1.1.1

September 2, 2015

• Fixed a rare bug that would cause a page to fail to load

1.1

March 24, 2015

• Updated for iOS 8 • Added support for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus • ______ ____ ____

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1.0.1

September 11, 2013

A few spelling errors have been corrected and a couple of the puzzles have new acceptable answers.

1.0

August 22, 2013

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Description of Blackbar

"Blackbar is a brilliant game." —Ron Gilbert "Its allegories are smart, and its approach to story-telling on touch-devices is just as well. 4.5/5" —TouchArcade "Taut and intelligent. 8/10" —Eurogamer "A political statement—a super fun one. I _______ love this _______ game." —Loren Brichter "Awesome and totally unexpected." —Shaun Inman Blackbar is a text game: a sci-fi story of a dystopian future told through the medium of word puzzles. Reminiscent of text adventures and interactive fiction, it has a unique mechanic centered around the concept of censorship. Censorship is frustrating, but the human spirit can beat that frustration by turning it into a game. You'll pick up Blackbar instantly; however, its challenges will keep you searching, thinking, and trying for days. "An ingenious puzzle game that critiques censorship" —Fast Company "The humor is black, the puzzles go from simple to truly challenging, and the story is top-notch." —Gamemoir "Playing Blackbar is Like High School English Class, And I Love It." —Kotaku "Wonderfully written and does a fantastic job of pulling you into a not entirely unrealistic tale." —Gizmodo "Well-written and entertaining, with just a touch of a deeper message to hit a few concepts home. Just plain awesome." —JayIsGames
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Blackbar: FAQ

Is the software for Blackbar compatible with iPads?

Yes, Blackbar is compatible with iPad devices.

Who is behind the development of the Blackbar app?

The Blackbar app was developed by Mrgan LLC.

What is the minimum iOS version required to use Blackbar?

The app needs iOS 14.7 or later to function properly.

What is the overall rating of the app?

The overall user rating of Blackbar is 3.6.

What’s the app category of Blackbar?

The Main Genre Of The Blackbar App Is Games.

What is the recent version of Blackbar?

1.2.2 is the newly released version of the Blackbar app.

When was the last update for Blackbar released?

Blackbar rolled out its latest update on September 29, 2024.

When was Blackbar introduced to the market?

Blackbar originally came out on February 5, 2023.

What is the age rating for Blackbar?

The content advisory rating for Blackbar is 17+.

What are the languages supported by Blackbar?

Blackbar is available in English, German.

Can I enjoy Blackbar by subscribing to Apple Arcade?

Sorry, Blackbar is not on Apple Arcade.

Can I find in-app purchases in Blackbar?

Sorry, in-app purchases are not available for users of Blackbar.

Can I use Blackbar with Apple Vision Pro?

No, you cannot use Blackbar with Apple Vision Pro.

Does Blackbar incorporate ads within the app?

No, Blackbar does not incorporate ads within the app.

Screenshots of Blackbar

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  • Kinda good?

    I didn’t hate this game. But I didn’t really like it either.

    Pros:
    —I enjoyed stretching my brain a bit with the word play. There were two words that really stumped me. I admit I had to find a walk-through online to get past those levels. I appreciate that in a game.

    Cons:
    —It took me a little over two hours to complete it. If I’m paying to play, I expect some more playtime.
    —I can definitely understand how some could be confused at the start of the game. A brief explanation could help. Perhaps make it the start to the game, you could write vague instructions (not too vague), with blanks to make it part of the puzzle your starting.

    Would I recommend this game? Probably not. It’s a nice little game, but it just needs more.
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  • Enjoyable puzzles, too short

    My wife and I have both played Grayout, and now Blackbar. They were very enjoyable! I like how easy they were to pick up/put down. No menus, loading screens, time sensitive activities- it was as simple as checking your text messages, so I never felt tied to it.

    My suggestion would be making them longer, or possibly having them branch storylines in the style of a choose-your-own-adventure. That would allow for some replayability at least.

    Definitely worth your time and money, so pick it up if you haven’t!
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  • How

    How does it work? I filled in the black space and the screen just stays the same? No buttons to push? The screen doesn’t slide up down back or forth? How do you move past the first page?