Seesaw is an absolute powerhouse in the educational space, specifically tailored for the primary classroom environment. Unlike general-purpose LMS platforms, Seesaw focuses on the 'student voice,' providing a suite of multimodal tools—video, voice recording, drawing, and labeling—that allow even the youngest learners to document their thinking in real-time. It bridges the gap between physical classroom work and digital portfolios effortlessly.
From a teacher's perspective, the platform is a massive time-saver. The library of over 100,000 ready-to-assign activities is a goldmine for differentiated instruction. The ability to give immediate audio feedback on a student’s drawing or photo makes assessment feel personal and supportive rather than clinical. It’s no wonder it’s a staple in over a third of US elementary schools; it transforms the iPad from a consumption device into a creation station while keeping families perfectly in the loop.
I'm getting too old for 'twitch' games, but See/Saw managed to pull me in with its 'one more try' philosophy. It’s a platformer where you don't even have a jump button—you just move left and right, letting momentum and gravity do the rest. It reminds me of the old Flash games from the early 2000s: simple, punishing, and respectful of your time.
It’s not for everyone. If you get frustrated by dying fifty times on one level, stay far away. But there is a mechanical purity here that I appreciate. No story, no fluff, just you against a set of spikes. It’s a bit lean on content, and the aesthetic is 'indie-cliché,' but the gameplay is tight as a drum.
Performance: Ultra-responsive; zero input lag is crucial for this game.
Buy if: You enjoy 'Super Meat Boy' style challenges and have high patience.
Skip if: You want a relaxed experience or a game with a narrative.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.07Sun Nov 18 2018
+ iPad Pro 11"
Nice to have you here.
We prepared a few tests.
Collect all coins.
Die to succeed.
— the professor
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Never before has a mobile platformer felt so juicy – perfect controls for super precise speed runs in over 150 levels.
Prepare to chop, impale and crush your character in pursuit of the last coin of every level – Because when you die, it’s far from over.
Requires iOS 8.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Nice to have you here.
We prepared a few tests.
Collect all coins.
Die to succeed.
— the professor
· · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·
Never before has a mobile platformer felt so juicy – perfect controls for super precise speed runs in over 150 levels.
Prepare to chop, impale and crush your character in pursuit of the last coin of every level – Because when you die, it’s far from over.








Seesaw is a leading educational platform designed specifically for elementary schools. It offers a suite of multimodal tools that allow students to capture their learning through photos, videos, and digital drawings. Teachers can assign standards-aligned activities, provide personalized feedback, and share student progress with families in real-time. By fostering a strong home-to-school connection and emphasizing student voice, Seesaw creates a portfolio-based learning environment that is both inclusive and highly engaging.
Multimodal tools: Video, voice, drawing
100,000+ ready-to-assign activities
Real-time family messaging and portfolios
Standards-aligned instruction
Auto-graded formative assessments
Support for over 100 languages
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The core experience revolves around the 'Creative Canvas.' Students can record their screens while talking to explain a math problem, take a photo of a science experiment and label parts, or record a video of themselves reading. These artifacts are saved in a digital portfolio that grows with the student throughout the year.
Seesaw offers a robust free version for individual teachers, with paid Seesaw Plus and Seesaw for Schools tiers for additional features.