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Not so sweet: Our review of Strawberry Shortcake Sweet Shop

By Emily On August 5, 2014 · Add Comment

As a parent, one of the many frustrations with kids’ apps is downloading a freemium game that has virtually no access to the “good stuff” without some major IAPs. This is especially true when the app features a hugely popular and beloved character that my four-year-old happens to be obsessed with. Unless the app provides an enriching and valuable educational experience I very rarely make IAPs, based on principle alone. That’s why I was disappointed with Budge Studios’ latest offering, Strawberry Shortcake Sweet Shop. Montreal-based Budge has a long history of making fun kids’ apps featuring well-known kids’ icons (Caillou, Care Bears, etc). Up until recently these quality apps have provided some educational content at a low download price, but the latest foray into the freemium arena doesn’t prove to be as successful. Now, I should add this disclaimer: We were offered a $15 PayPal reimbursement from Budge to [...]

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Not so sweet: Our review of Strawberry Shortcake Sweet Shop

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