# variant:flare

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

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantflare/id996685061 (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 · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantflare/id996685061/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
- Interactive music creation
- Evolving visual compositions
- User-controlled music flow
- Visuals influenced by sound
- Screenshot capture

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantflare/id996685061/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Omg… this is what  the tropical beaches in heaven must sound like

*2024-11-12*

Seriously, for someone neurodivergent like myself, this is the most soothing sound Ive heard probably ever. A the fact that you can interact with it makes it that much more soothing . Thank you for this . The visuals are out of this world, amazing. Bravo you, Bravo!

### 5/5 — Very nice

*2022-12-04*

Its nice to give my brain a break with this.  Nice useful toy.

### 5/5 — Pleasu update the app

*2020-03-26*

New variables. Randomization features etc.

### 5/5 — Really Great

*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!

## Frequently asked questions about variant

### What is variant:flare?

variant:flare is a generative audiovisual artwork that creates unique, evolving music and imagery. It combines user interaction with built-in randomness to offer a constantly changing experience.

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

You interact by tapping the screen. Each tap starts a new musical track, and after six tracks are loaded, subsequent taps reset existing tracks and load new ones, influencing the music and visuals.

### Can I save my creations from variant:flare?

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

### Does variant:flare have ads?

No, variant:flare does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused purely on the generative art experience.

### What devices does variant:flare support?

variant:flare is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to run on these Apple mobile devices.

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

variant:flare has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged four and older.

### How often is variant:flare updated?

The latest version is 1.51, updated on June 2, 2016. While the app has not been updated recently, it offers a stable generative art experience.

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

variant:flare is rated 4.4 stars from 7 ratings, suggesting a generally positive reception from its users.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.51 — 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.

### 1.50 — 2016-05-20

-new interaction methods: the visuals now follow your finger. press harder to go faster...
-new V: button to help you collect all the variants.
-performance improvements
-updates to the More Variants section

### 1.01 — 2015-10-07

- 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:blue](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/variantblue/id996684408)
- [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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