# variant:blue

> Generative audiovisual artwork with evolving music and interactive visuals. (iPhone/iPad app by Interval Studios.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantblue/id996684408 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Interval Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/364824624)
- Category: Entertainment, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 92 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantblue/id996684408/reviews.md

## What is variant?

variant:flare is an audiovisual artwork that creates beautiful, ever-changing music and imagery. The app combines user input and built-in randomness to create images and music that will continually change, grow and evolve, offering a new and different experience every time. For users of all ages, variant:flare is a chance to explore and experience a unique work of generative art.

To interact with variant:flare, tap the screen with one finger; each tap will start a new track of the music. After six tracks have been loaded, each tap will reset one track and load a new random selection. By gradually resetting different elements of the composition, you control the flow and evolution of the music. The visuals are in turn controlled by the sound, so by changing the music, you will influence the development of the visuals.

You can view the indeterminate audio engine by tapping the dot in the lower right. The display shows the different elements of the musical composition as they are loaded by the engine through a combination of chance and user input. The center button opens a menu of settings for the app, and the button to the right allows you to take screenshots of the visuals, automatically saving them to your photo library.

The Variant apps are a new series of generative audiovisual artworks from Interval Studios featuring visuals by Joshue Ott and music by Kenneth Kirschner. Each Variant features a unique visual composition by Ott based on his superDraw visual performance software, as well as a new indeterminate musical composition by Kirschner. Each Variant app also offers a different set of interactive controls for the user, ranging from the ability to subtly influence the development of the piece to total interactive control over both visuals and sound. All of the Variants are generative artworks: through a varying combination of built-in randomness and user input, each Variant will continually grow and evolve over time without ever directly repeating itself either visually or musically, offering the user an ever-changing, ever-evolving audiovisual experience.

## Key features

- Generative audiovisual artwork
- Evolving music and imagery
- User-controlled music flow
- Sound-influenced visuals
- Interactive generative art
- Screenshot capture

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantblue/id996684408/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Pointless app

*2024-06-15*

This might be of use if you could load your own sounds and save the results as a video but all you get is the same built in sound and not much else. Thought I might be able to load one of my tracks into it and get a trippy video but nah… Delete,delete, delete.

### 5/5 — Absolutely beautiful

*2020-12-05*

I can’t believe there’s only one review of this amazing app.It really is a work of art. I’ve played with the other ones but this is my favorite. Hats off to both the visual and the sound designers. Great job. So glad I found this. I wonder if you’ve been doing anything new?

### 5/5 — Fantastic

*2020-04-04*

Fantastic sound generation. Need some time to explore it and all the other creations from this devs. Cudos to them.

### 5/5 — Fabulously done

*2017-05-20*

Get all the Variant apps. 

Each of these apps are spectacular both visually and aurally. A feast for both the eyes and the ears. Wonderfully interactive.

Wonderfully done!

### 5/5 — Thicket reborn

*2015-12-23*

I've been waiting quietly for a new generation of thicket which is still one of my all time favorite generative apps. 

Brilliant work. I wish you lots of sales so you can keep delighting us with your talent!

## Frequently asked questions about variant

### What is variant:blue?

variant:blue is a generative audiovisual artwork that creates unique, ever-changing music and imagery. It combines user input with randomness to offer a continuously evolving artistic experience.

### How do I interact with variant:blue?

You interact by tapping the screen. Each tap starts a new music track. After six tracks are loaded, subsequent taps reset one track and load a new random selection, allowing you to control the music's evolution.

### Does variant:blue have ads?

No, variant:blue does not contain advertisements. It is a free application designed for uninterrupted artistic exploration.

### What devices does variant:blue support?

variant:blue is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating systems.

### What is the age rating for variant:blue?

variant:blue has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. It is designed to be an accessible artistic experience.

### How often is variant:blue updated?

The latest version of variant:blue is 1.05, which was last updated on June 2, 2016. Future updates may be released by the developer.

### Can I save images from variant:blue?

Yes, you can take screenshots of the visuals within variant:blue. These screenshots are automatically saved to your device's photo library.

### What is the user sentiment for variant:blue?

variant:blue has a positive reception, holding a rating of 4.4 stars from 7 ratings. This suggests users generally find the app to be a compelling audiovisual experience.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.05 — 2016-06-02

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

-fixed issue that could result in stuck touches.

### 1.04 — 2016-05-20

-new V: button to help you collect all the variants.
-performance improvements
-updates to the More Variants section

### 1.01 — 2015-10-07

- Added 3D Touch support for iPhone 6S and 6S Plus
- Fixed iPhone 6, 6s and Plus sizes not rendering in native resolution
- Fixed issue with screenshots not rendering correctly on iOS 9
- Fixed issue with audio playing at higher speed over HDMI
- Added information about the new variant:cascade
- Lots of other bug fixes

If you like the Variant series, please leave a review on the App Store!

### 1.0 — 2015-09-23

No release notes.

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## More apps by Interval Studios

- [Thicket:Classic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thicketclassic/id364824621)
- [3draw](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3draw/id413109413)
- [variant:flare](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantflare/id996685061)
- [variant:SONiC](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantsonic/id1027149718)
- [variant:cascade](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantcascade/id1044094657)

All apps by Interval Studios: https://appshunter.io/developer/364824624

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