# Creative Whack Pack

> Interactive creativity strategies for brainstorming and innovation. (iPhone/iPad app by Creative Think.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creative-whack-pack/id307306326 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Creative Think](https://appshunter.io/developer/307306329)
- Category: Business, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $1.99)
- Rating: 4.87/5 from 226 App Store ratings · 155 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 35 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2009-03-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creative-whack-pack/id307306326/reviews.md

## What is Creative Whack Pack?

The Creative Whack Pack's 100 interactive creativity strategies stimulate you to think creatively. It PROVOKES your creativity.
• "The most impressive brainstorming tool in the App Store, hands down." —Innovation Tools
• The iPhone/iPad Universal App has 36 NEW CARDS (up from the original 64)!
• "An App Store #1 Best-Seller" (Business Category)
• “The Creative Whack Pack displays business brilliance." — USA Today

The Creative Whack Pack is the App Store's "premier creative thinking/innovation tool." 
The Creative Whack Pack is a “creative workshop in an App.” It consists of 100 illustrated creativity strategies. Each of these is packed with stories, examples, and questions.

These 100 creativity strategies will “whack” you out of your habitual thought patterns and allow you to look at what you're doing in a fresh way. Use the workshops to stimulate your thinking.

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For: Creatives, business people, educators, students, coaches, designers, and anyone else who'd like to boost their creativity.
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Based on the million-selling Creative Whack Pack card deck, this App can serve you as a: Creativity tool, mind jogger, Oracle, workshop, and coach. 

“A cross between a tarot card and a best friend, the Creative Whack Pack forces your psyche to look in the mirror and challenge what it sees.” — Elle Magazine 
     
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The Creative Whack Pack is a “creative workshop in an App.” It consists of 100 illustrated creativity strategies. Each of these packed with stories, examples, and questions.

— 25 Explorer strategies highlight places to find new information.
— 25 Artist strategies provide techniques to generate new ideas. 
— 25 Judge strategies lend decision-making advice. 
— 25 Warrior strategies give you the “kick” you need to get your ideas into action.


Work with these interactive creative strategies in the Creative Workshops. 

You can use the Creative Whack Pack by yourself, or with colleagues and friends.

The ideas you generate will delight you! Your involvement in each session can be as brief a 30-second “quick hit of stimulation,” or as long as ten-minute “creative workshop.”

Roger von Oech created this product. His seminars and products have enhanced the creative thinking skills of millions worldwide. He is the author of the creativity classic A "Whack on the Side of the Head," "A Kick in the Seat of the Pants," "Expect the Unexpected," and "The Creative Contrarian." He also created the popular Ball of Whacks (set of magnetic design pieces), the X-Ball, and the Star-Ball. He earned his Ph.D. from Stanford University in the “History of Ideas.”

“Roger von Oech has won a loyal following around the country.”
— BusinessWeek Magazine

“Business Brilliance!” —USA Today

“What a technique!” —ABC’s 20/20

## Key features

- 100 interactive creativity strategies
- Illustrated cards with stories and examples
- Explorer, Artist, Judge, and Warrior strategies
- Creative Workshops for focused sessions
- Stimulates innovative thinking
- Suitable for individual or group use

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Creative Whack Pack?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Creative Thinking Boost
- 👍 Useful for Problem Solving
- 👍 Inspiring and Thought-Provoking
- 👍 Great Value for Money
- 👍 Excellent Implementation on Mobile

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional Crashes or Stability Issues
- 🔋 Slightly Sluggish Performance on Older Devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login Screen Freezing
- Incompatibility with Older iOS Versions

**Most requested features**

- Save Progress in Workshops
- More Frequent Content Updates
- Improved Social Sharing Options
- Graphical/UI Enhancements for Newer Devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 155)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/creative-whack-pack/id307306326/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Génial

*2025-12-07, version 9.0*

Amazing and useful app

### 4/5 — I love recuving Whacks every day

*2025-01-07, version 7.1*

Love this concept not enough shown in European culture. Design a bit outdated but content is worth application.

### 5/5 — Top Top App for Creative Solutions

*2023-12-18, version 7.1*

I was given this as a deck of cards when I started in my first leadership role. It helped so much to get me to take a step back and look at things from a different angle.

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

### 5/5 — La creatividad facilitada

*2023-10-07, version 7.1*

Un conjunto de técnicas e ideas ancla para resolver problemas, situaciones desafiantes o simplemente propiciar una actitud más abierta.😀

### 5/5 — Love the Creative Whack Pack !

*2023-02-13, version 7.1*

I use the Creative Whack Pack for quite a few things . Problem solving instead of over thinking and stinkin thinkin. From just fun to serious creative thinking. I started with this app a long time ago when it was a disc 3 1/2”. I guess it was in the 90s. I recommend the app to everyone. Love it . Thank you !

### 5/5 — Good value for money as it stirs my creativity

*2023-01-29, version 7.1*

For the small cost (less than £2) it’s good value for money as it stirs my creativity.

### 5/5 — Love this!!!!

*2022-11-02*

I took a Creative Thinking class years ago. The ‘Whack’ book and related book was our guide. Then I bought the Creative Whack Pack. 
I recently found this app. I love it. If my journaling is blocked, I journal about whatever the card triggers. 
Fabulous app.

### 5/5 — Useful, quirky app

*2022-09-29, version 7.1*

Personally, I think this app manages to evade the typical spiral into antiquity that SW normally faces after even 2-3 years.

Brings a smile to me when I use it, even still!

Here is borne (and remains) the fruit of timeless genius. 😄

### 5/5 — Great!!

*2022-07-15, version 7.1*

I feel I wrote a review before but was prompted to again. I have had this app for maybe 10 years. It is great!! It is creative and I love how it works. I would definitely recommend!!

### 5/5 — Creative juices flow

*2021-11-18, version 7.1*

This “whack” forces you to make time to think creatively.  I like that you can send yourself notes that can be ponder later and start the C Juice flowing daily. Definitely a great tool in my creative arsenal.

## Frequently asked questions about Creative Whack Pack

### What does the Creative Whack Pack app do?

The Creative Whack Pack app provides 100 interactive creativity strategies designed to stimulate innovative thinking. It helps users break out of habitual thought patterns by offering illustrated cards, each packed with stories, examples, and questions to encourage fresh perspectives.

### What are the key features of the Creative Whack Pack?

Key features include 100 illustrated creativity strategies categorized into Explorer, Artist, Judge, and Warrior types. The app also offers interactive Creative Workshops, stories, examples, and questions to guide users through idea generation and problem-solving.

### How much does the Creative Whack Pack app cost?

The app is available for free with in-app purchases. This model allows users to access the core functionality and potentially unlock additional content or features through optional purchases.

### Who is the Creative Whack Pack app intended for?

This app is designed for a broad audience including creatives, business people, educators, students, coaches, designers, and anyone who wants to boost their creativity and innovative thinking skills.

### Can I use the Creative Whack Pack app with others?

Yes, the Creative Whack Pack app can be used individually or with colleagues and friends. The interactive strategies are versatile and can facilitate group brainstorming sessions or individual creative exploration.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 9.0 — 2025-12-05

The App is Now Free! Enjoy stimulating your creativity, and sharing the app with your friends.

### 8.0.2 — 2025-05-06

Bug fixes

### 8.0.1 — 2025-03-28

INCREASED the number of interactive creativity strategies to 100 (from the original 64).
ADDED new stories, anecdotes, images, examples, and sounds.
IMPROVED the "Share A Creative Whack" feature
and...
FIXED some bugs

### 8.0.0 — 2025-03-19

INCREASED the number of interactive creativity strategies to 100 (from the original 64).
ADDED new stories, anecdotes, images, examples, and sounds.
IMPROVED the “Share A Creative Whack” feature.

### 7.1 — 2018-01-22

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed issue with card order on some devices

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