Perfect in every way
Literally no notes for the developer. They nailed all of the usability things I want out of an MtG life counter
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This app provides a dedicated life counter for tabletop card games, designed for shared devices. It allows each player to manage their life total and track game-specific elements like commander damage and poison counters with a simple tap interface.
✓Rotated player panels for shared devices
✓Tap interface for life adjustments
✓Commander damage and poison counters
✓First player determination tool
✓Player elimination indicator
✓Seat swapping and name/color memory
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What's New in Sparkwarden
1.2.0
September 2, 2026
Commander damage, redrawn. Tap the shield and your panel becomes one tile per commander at the table, each in its owner's color, so there's no guessing whose damage is whose. Tap a tile like the life panel: top half +1, bottom half −1. Partner players get a second tile and their own second tax counter, and your own commander has a tile for when it gets stolen. Also fixes quarter-turned panels overflowing in Commander mode.
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What is Sparkwarden?
Sparkwarden is a free and open-source life counter application specifically designed for tabletop card games like Magic: The Gathering. It features a unique interface where each player's panel rotates to face them on a shared device.
How many players does Sparkwarden support?
Sparkwarden supports 2 to 6 players. Panels are arranged along the sides of the device, with an additional panel at the end for an odd number of players.
Does Sparkwarden have ads?
No, Sparkwarden is ad-free. The app explicitly states 'No ads' and is designed without advertisements.
What game modes does Sparkwarden support?
Sparkwarden supports casual games starting at 20 life (or a custom amount) and Commander games starting at 40 life. It includes features for commander tax, commander damage, and poison counters.
Is Sparkwarden available on multiple devices?
Yes, Sparkwarden is available on both iPhone and iPad. It works in both portrait and landscape orientations.
How often is Sparkwarden updated?
Sparkwarden was last updated on September 2, 2026, with version 1.2.0. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.
What is the age rating for Sparkwarden?
Sparkwarden has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for children and adults, with no mature content.
Can I customize player seats in Sparkwarden?
Yes, you can customize player seats by long-pressing a panel and dragging it to another player's position. The associated counters will move with the panel.