A fun, educational game, made by Alchemie Solutions, relating to organic chemistry and the conformations of the cyclohexane chair. You have to beat your previous score by assigning the correct directionality of the substituent based on the shown conformer when the chair has been 'flipped'. The game ups the ante by increasing the number of assignments you must make while decreasing the time to complete the task as you progress through your run. This has led to some unfortunate reviews on iOS with many people wanting the time functionality to be removed and use the game as a tool for learning. However, a practice mode is available which negates the time limit.
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User Interface
A tutorial is available at the main menu. You can view your high score at this location as well as adjust some basic settings such as music and sounds. It is a colourful app with the main focus being on simplicity. The game is easy to understand, with the green bar slowly depleting until you have failed or assigned correctly.
Grade 0.8/1
In-App Purchases
The game is free on android and it is refreshing to see a game/app that doesn't contain in-app purchases.
Grade 1/1
Accuracy
A very reliable app, could find no issues with the orientation of the substituents during multiple play tests of the game.
Grade 1/1
Scope
Anyone with an interest in chemistry, at all levels of education, should find this app easy to play and enjoy. It will improve your understanding of the basic concept that is ring flipping.
Grade 0.7/1
Platform Accessibility
Available on android and iOS
Grade 1/1
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