Discover the Beauty of Emergent Complexity
Conway’s Game of Life brings the classic cellular automaton to your device with an intuitive, beautiful interface. Watch as simple rules create complex, fascinating patterns that evolve right before your eyes.
WHAT IS THE GAME OF LIFE?
Created by mathematician John Conway in 1970, the Game of Life is a zero-player game where patterns evolve based on simple rules. Each cell on the grid can be alive or dead, and its fate is determined by its neighbors. Despite the simplicity, the results are endlessly captivating.
KEY FEATURES
- Beautiful, Modern Interface
- Clean, intuitive design that puts the focus on the simulation
- Interactive Grid
- Tap or drag to create your own patterns and watch them evolve
- Adjustable Speed Control
- Fine-tune the simulation speed from slow and methodical to lightning fast
- Step-by-Step Mode
- Advance one generation at a time to study pattern evolution
- Random Generation
- Discover unexpected behaviors with randomly generated starting configurations
- Clear Instructions
- Learn the rules and discover classic patterns like Gliders, Blinkers, and more
THE RULES
- Underpopulation: Cells with fewer than 2 neighbors die
- Survival: Cells with 2 or 3 neighbors live on
- Overpopulation: Cells with more than 3 neighbors die
- Reproduction: Dead cells with exactly 3 neighbors become alive
PERFECT FOR
- Mathematics and computer science enthusiasts
- Students learning about cellular automata
- Anyone fascinated by emergent complexity
- Relaxing, mesmerizing visual experiences
- Creating and sharing interesting patterns
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT
- No ads – Enjoy uninterrupted exploration
- Free to use – All features available
- Educational – Learn about mathematical patterns
- Relaxing – Watch patterns evolve and unwind
- Creative – Design your own configurations
CLASSIC PATTERNS TO TRY
Experiment with famous patterns like:
- Gliders: Patterns that move across the grid
- Oscillators: Patterns that repeat in cycles
- Still Lifes: Stable, unchanging configurations
- Spaceships: Complex moving patterns
Whether you’re a student, educator, mathematician, or simply curious about the beauty of mathematical rules, Conway’s Game of Life offers an engaging way to explore one of the most elegant examples of emergent complexity.
Download now and start your journey into the fascinating world of cellular automata!
Privacy Policy for Game of Life
Overview
Game of Life (“the App”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in connection with the App.
Information We Collect
- NA
We DO NOT Collect Personal Information
The App does not collect, store, transmit, or share any personal information. Specifically:
– No Account Required: You can use all features of the App without creating an account
– No User Data Collection: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or any other personal identifiers
– No Analytics or Tracking: We do not use analytics services or tracking technologies
– No Location Data: We do not access or collect your location information
– No Device Information: We do not collect information about your device
Game State Information
All game data (grid patterns, generations, settings) is:
– Stored locally on your device only
– Never transmitted to external servers
– Never shared with third parties
– Automatically deleted when you uninstall the App
In-App Purchases
The App offers optional donations through Apple’s in-app purchase system.
What Apple Collects
When you make a donation:
– Apple processes the transaction through your Apple ID
– Apple may collect payment information as part of their payment processing
– We receive only a confirmation that a transaction occurred
– We do not receive your payment details, name, email, or other personal information
Transaction Information
– All donations are processed securely by Apple
– We do not store any payment or transaction information
– Your purchase history is managed by Apple through your Apple ID
– Transactions are subject to Apple’s Privacy Policy
Data Security
Since we do not collect or transmit any personal data:
– There is no user data that could be compromised
– All game progress is stored locally on your device
– Your device’s security features (such as device encryption) protect local data
Children’s Privacy
The App does not knowingly collect any information from anyone, including children under 13 years of age. The App is safe for all ages.
Third-Party Services
The App uses Apple’s StoreKit framework for in-app purchases. Apple’s privacy practices are governed by their Privacy Policy, available at: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
We do not integrate any other third-party services, including:
– No advertising networks
– No analytics services
– No social media integrations
– No crash reporting services
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Your Rights
Since we do not collect any personal information:
– There is no data to access, modify, or delete
– You maintain complete control of all local game data
– Uninstalling the App removes all associated data from your device
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Developer: Sylvain Lafrance
Email: [Your email address]
App: Game of Life
Consent
By using the App, you consent to this Privacy Policy.
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Summary
In plain language:
– We don’t collect any information about you
– Your game progress stays on your device
– Donations are processed securely by Apple
– We don’t see your payment information
– There are no ads, tracking, or analytics
– The app is completely private