9:05 app for iPhone and iPad

9:05 is a very short text game that has become a standard introduction to interactive fiction — particularly in university classes, since its easy to get through in a single class period, and the students audible reactions fill professors with glee. The iOS edition of 9:05 adds an intuitive touchscreen interface... and a few surprises!

Some reviews, courtesy of the IFDB:

• "Sometimes, the best things really do come in small packages. This IF is an absolute gem, a must have for your collection."

• "I must say, this was an absolute treat! So quick and simple, yet rewarding as ever! Definitely worth the short time it will take to get through, and even more worth a second or third play."

• "This game is the perfect introduction to IF — great writing, simple puzzles, fantastic sense of humour... a MUST play game."

• "A most enjoyable little game. What a kick! No conventional book could do that, only IF."

• "Short, elegant and oh so much fun. More of these please. Perfect for an afternoon break."

(Credits: 9:05 was written and programmed by Adam Cadre, in the Inform programming language created by Graham Nelson, and ported to iOS by Carter Sande.)