It was undoubtedly important to Toca Boca to create an app that, although Halloween-themed, does not cross the line into territory that their audience of children and parents would not find family-friendly. There is also a moment when these characters believe they are alone in the bathroom that they sit down on the toilet, an interesting detail as young children often seek peaks at their adults through the door to check in on them from time time. The twin girls in the family are joined by the elbow, creepy by their lack of separateness, and the older man (Bonnie's father I assume) is styled with the exaggerated length of a daddy long legs. Other animals included within are the pet snake tucked away in a walk-in closet that Bonnie does not forget about, as well as a large black spider that can be seen swinging about from time to time. Another detail worth a mention is the family dog, fashioned like a faceless sausage with legs, adding a wonderful touch both witty and macabre and incorporating the use of red as an accent shade - one of a few colors incorporated within Toca Boo for a stylized effect.
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Do note the rain effects and lightning flashes seen in the large windows as Bonnie ventures downstairs - a nice touch reminiscent of German Expressionism that goes a long way to creating an atmosphere that could lead to frightening scenarios. Here they make interesting use of black and grey shades, with this app taking place after hours in a house with little in the way of lighting. I admire the change of pace within as Toca Boca is known for their use of bright, bold colors. Also note however, that there is something to be said for being seen occasionally as well, because the older brother and select other members greet Bonnie in a mild yet gracious fashion, showing fondness for her that itself is a tender moment within this app. Even within the family's toilet is fare game when trying to stay out of sight. To do so, take advantage of the numerous hiding places seen throughout Toca Boo, such as hiding under the sheets of a bed or behind a coatrack, teepee, or curtains. It's a momentary letdown for both Bonnie and any user of this app. Listen to the heart beats rise in the characters as the intensity is increased - a great time to tap one of these characters, triggering their frightened reactions.ĭo try to avoid being seen openly by a family member, each with their own light source - be it candle, lantern, or illumination from a smart phone, as this greatly diminishes the scare factor. Children will have fun increasing the creepiness factor for her unassuming victims by turning lights off and on as well as incorporating static on the radio, an alarm clock that rings suddenly, and other objects that can startle others when turned on or off mysteriously - which is done with the tap of a finger, and to be assumed the work of this mischievous girl. Here, Toca Boca introduces Bonnie, a girl who enjoys being scary, wandering around her house looking for family members to frighten.
This app is a bit of a departure for Toca Boca, known for their apps that include cleverly themed mini-games and role-playing apps that allow children to pretend to play store, tea party, or drive a train, as well as apps that allow children to build cities or landscapes to drive cars around on. I am eager to let readers know about a new Toca Boca app - Toca Boo - right in time for Halloween.
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