- Price$3.99
- CategoryGames
- SubgenreArcade
- First releasedMay 5, 2011
- Versions2 archived
- Installable2 of 2
- AvailabilityStill on the App Store
- SellerCipher Prime Studios
- Bundle IDcom.cipherprime.pulse
RequirementsCompatible with iPad. Requires iOS 4.0 or later.
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Report an issueEnter an absorbing world where players become part conductor, part note-captor, part multi-touch master. Tap speeding notes as they cross the radiant pulse to conduct gorgeous original melodies.
GAME FEATURES
- Nearly an hour of original music plus frequent free updates with brand new levels and music! - Gameplay featuring an intuitive and original use of multi-touch! - Sleek, engaging design created specifically for the iPad! - Easy to play, hard to master! - Whimsical particles in awe-inspiring palettes! - Eclectic soundtrack of varying genres!
GAME REVIEWS
“A remarkable rhythm game.” - Macworld
“A package so thoroughly well put together that you’re reminded of why music games were popular in the first place.” - Pocket Gamer
“Pulse is pretty much unlike anything else that’s on the market.” - Gamezebo
“[Pulse] makes me want to buy an iPad right now.” - Warpzoned
“The game’s diverse soundtrack highlights a variety of styles that, when combined with gameplay, offers an uncommonly rich player experience.” - Spawnpoint
“If you’ve got an iPad, then there should be no question about Pulse: it’s pretty to look at, it’s enjoyably difficult, and it’s easy to show off… for fans of rhythm games and Cipher Prime’s previous work, Pulse is a must own.” - DIYGamer
“Deceptively simple, yet incredibly immersive.” - Geekadelphia
“Destined to stimulate the senses of sight, sound, and touch.” - Game Set Watch
“Pulse: Volume One showcases what makes the iPad an incredible device. The music, graphics, and multi-touch, immersive, gaming experience is second to none. If you desire an app that will not only provide you with hours of joy, but will make you the envy of all you show it to, Pulse: Volume One is more than worth your [money].” - TheIpadFan
“I haven’t seen anything out there like Pulse, and highly anticipate any future work that Cipher Prime has in store for us.” - The Indie Game Magazine
CIPHER PRIME
Cipher Prime is a multi-award winning creative agency from Philadelphia specializing in game development. Their debut game, Auditorium, received many awards. Fractal, their second release, captured the attention of gamers everywhere. Today, they are still a small independent studio.
Chart History
Ratings Over Time
sampled from 7 archived captures| Date | Version | Rating | Ratings | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2011 | — | — | 86 | $4.99 |
| January 3, 2012 | — | — | 388 | $2.99 |
| January 22, 2013 | — | — | 527 | $2.99 |
From archived App Store listing data, captured by the Wayback Machine.
Archived Reviews
8 of 25I love this game, I just wish I could get it on my Iphone too.
I absolutely love everything about this game! Which is why I desperately ask for some more songs. I know two have just been added, but sadly I do not think that is enough. I would really appreciate some more songs and I'm sure others would agree. Thank you!
Makes use of a lot of the iPads features, like great sound, touch,(and minimal but stylish graphics). Somehow it would make the game a little easier if you could connect to your own songs. The only way to get good is to get to know the included tracks by repeatedly playing, which I guess is the point. But it gets insanely hard and the 'dual tap on opposite sides' I found overly frustrating and impossible. But really really smooth and awesome. Would've liked a bit more graphics tho. The target graphic reminded me of an old school record disk spinning. Thanks developers!
This game may be intuitive and different from other games but if you are expecting anything like auditorium prepare to be disappointed. Waste of money.
Although the menu music reminds me a bit of silent hill, the songs are interesting. One piece of advise though, do not play this game if you have man hands!
GIMMIE MORE GIMMIE MORE!
I have sorely missed this game during its hiatus.
For something that should bring some tranquility, it’s the most irritating game ever. Don’t download this if your looking for something calm that also exercises your mind. You will want to break your iPad in half. I’m reporting this app to the apple store.
Period reviews recovered from Apple's customer-review feeds via the Wayback Machine.