I thought there was already a thread, but cant find it.
So I'll start one. Post what gems you've found and suggest some category titles. I'll try and update OP as and when I can, with peoples additions.
Media
Netflix (Free + subscription, x86, x64, ARM)- Netflix is the world’s leading subscription service for watching TV episodes and movies.
Get the free app as a part of your Netflix membership and you can instantly watch thousands of TV episodes & movies
Live TV(Free + additional subscriptions for premium content, x86, x64, ARM) -Television on FilmOn enables you to watch live TV for free in Standard Definition on your computer or mobile device. If you wish to watch in HD and record your favorite shows or series, you can do so for a small fee. You can watch your local channels or select from our huge line-up of channels from the US, Europe, Latin America and Asia. Watch live Sports, News, Lifestyle, Movies,
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-in/app/live-tv/c2a236cc-b1a1-46cd-8ced-ab989172e185
4oD (Free, x86, X64, ARM) - Watch the best of Channel 4, E4 and More4 with our 4oD app. The 4oD app is free to download and enables you to catch up on a wide selection of programmes recently broadcast on Channel 4, E4 and More4, for up to 30 days after transmission. Once you have downloaded the app, the content is available to watch free of charge with no limits to the amount of content you can watch.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/cy-gb/app/dd5a7bbb-f94a-4b21-adb0-d6ef1e76df55
Audible AudioBooks (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Audible is home to more than 100,000+ titles, from best sellers to classics, interviews, comedies, and everything in-between. Hear why more readers choose to listen with Audible.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/e...and-more/4bfe6201-39fa-41b4-ab34-9f4e5a8d489f
Xbox SmartGlass (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Xbox SmartGlass lets you use your Windows 8 device as a second screen to intelligently interact with your Xbox 360. It helps your devices work together to enhance your TV shows, movies, music, sports, and games. Control and interact with what's on your TV with simple gestures on your Windows device. Note: Requires Xbox 360
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/xbox-smartglass/571b1120-f579-47d3-88c8-a722652643b3
Social
MetroTwit (Free, x86, x64, ARM) -MetroTwit is the Twitter client for Windows 8 you'll love to use.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-GB/app/metrotwit/aa115aae-09e1-48de-95a1-35d77d23c9a0
Utilities
OneNote (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Take notes that save to the cloud so you have them when you need them.
Fast and immersive, OneNote has been reimagined for Windows 8. Whether you draw, type, click, or swipe, this app will shine on your Windows 8 device. On the go? Use a browser or one of the many OneNote mobile apps to get to your notes when you need them..
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/onenote/f022389f-f3a6-417e-ad23-704fbdf57117
Metro Commander (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Metro Commander is an orthodox file manager that provides a user interface to work with files in Windows UI Style using operations performed on files or folders files such as: create, open, view, rename, move, copy, delete, search and share. Metro Commander contains convenient navigation buttons (back, forward, root etc.). Application allows user to connect to SkyDrive
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/metro-commander/30456798-c35c-4a78-a72a-5e5c3271c36d
8 Zip (free, x86, x64, ARM) - 8 Zip is a file archiver that allows to combine a number of files together into one archive file, for easier transportation or storage. Current version supports only Zip archive format. We are working on the next version which will support all popular archive formats! (7z, RAR, ISO, BZIP2, GZIP, TAR, ARJ, CAB, CHM, MSI, NSIS, etc.) Today you have a unique opportunity to download the application and you will get the next version with a full-pack of formats absolutely free.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/8-zip/0ca9b05e-9acb-4b91-a3f2-8d2c7545b0fe
Unit Conversion (Free, x86, x64, ARM) Can convert any unit: Length, Area, Volume, Mass (Weight), Angle, Time, Speed, Velocity, Pressure, Energy, Work, amount of heat, Power or heat flow rate, Data Storage, Temperature...
Very useful tool with fashion interface.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-US/app/unit-conversion/3b7863c9-7b2f-4556-80cd-22d1340e6821
TuneUp IncrediLock (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - IncrediLock turns your Windows 8 lock screen into a powerful and elegant looking dashboard. With hundreds of stunning wallpapers and great widgets, TuneUp IncrediLock gives you your favorite information at a glance – without even having to log in!
The app is completely free of charge and contains 400 beautiful wallpapers – all hand-picked by our editorial staff. Beautiful
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/tuneup-incredilock/96940170-1f1d-4019-b088-3fb630bfba08
Yahoo Mail (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Yahoo! Mail now available for your Windows 8 desktop and tablet!
With an easy to use interface, the Yahoo! Mail app lets you message with ease, stay connected, and get more done faster.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/f90f38b5-101d-4efd-ab04-9d89cf0784dd
Adobe Reader (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Adobe® Reader® is the free, trusted leader for reliably viewing and interacting with PDF documents across platforms and devices. This version of Adobe Reader has been specially designed for the new Windows 8 Touch user interface to give you a great experience working with PDF documents on your Windows 8 Tablet.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/162a2931-8ee6-4a56-9570-53282525d7a3
Games
Steam Tile (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Steam Tile creates Live Tiles for your Steam games. Simply set your Steam ID and Steam Tile will list all your Steam games. Clicking on a tile will pin it to the start menu. If the game has Steam Achievements, you'll be able to see your progress directly on the Live Tile.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/f17f134c-c72d-470b-9d97-9c9d6d4aae85
Pinball FX2 (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Pinball FX is back, and it is better than ever! Pinball FX2 offers brand new tables and a host of new features and improvements, including a new state-of-the-art physics model that surpasses anything available so far.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/pinball-fx2/cb9608e7-ac6b-4127-85b7-f81e27c9ebf0
Shark Dash! (£1.39, x86, x64, ARM) - Discover the new benchmark for physics puzzle games! Shark Dash is a highly addictive game that takes the physics puzzler to fun new heights with a unique cartoonish style starring funny little bath toys!
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en...gameloft/642515e6-53bc-4f3d-a936-70adbb1cf132
Cut The Rope (Free. x86, x64, ARM) - A mysterious package has arrived, and the little monster inside has only one request…CANDY! Help get the candy to Om Nom, the lovable star of the game, in this highly innovative and addictive puzzle game. Combining outstanding physics, devilishly tricky levels, and bright colorful High Definition visuals, Cut the Rope is one of the most original and fun-filled games in the Store!
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/cut-the-rope/2d85eb97-3ee6-4aff-9618-3f6cdfd68291
Shopping
eBay (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - The eBay app for Windows 8™ lets you to tap into the world’s largest marketplace anywhere you are. It is a free app built with eBay users in mind that will help you get more out of your buying and selling activity.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/ebay/8f1ff8dc-5a36-4b51-9832-85208db8a483/m/ROW
Amazon (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - The Amazon app allows you to quickly make purchases, search, compare prices, read reviews, and share products with friends using a simple yet elegant interface. Shop just as you do on the web.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/80299018-3dee-418d-8466-374fe9463309
Sport
ESPN FC (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - ESPNFC is the global site for the global game, with worldwide football coverage 24/7.
- Our Windows 8 app features comprehensive football coverage, with blogs, live scores, results, fixtures, tables, club profiles, player profiles – all beautifully presented.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/espn-fc/8948e646-9dc6-4b3b-b39c-5d144fd765c0
Others
WorldMate - (Free, x64, x86, ARM) - WorldMate, the world's number one mobile travel app, now for Windows 8! Join over 10 million travelers who rely on WorldMate to plan, book, and manage their trips. Experience the magic with WorldMate!
Just forward your travel confirmation email (airline / hotel / car rental) to [email protected] and we’ll do the rest…
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/worldmate/71c1d0f1-9a47-47a0-9f18-fd5d72df6d25
Ancestry - (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Explore your family tree with the Ancestry app for Windows 8. Ancestry.com users can now use the Ancestry app to explore their family story, view photos, record images, and maps, discover Ancestry hints, and keep up on the latest Ancestry.com news. Ancestry.com is the world’s largest online collection of family history resources, home to more than 10 billion historical records, millions of family trees, and much more.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/2e5c6e86-40f3-463a-b765-0de3a22e6bc0
So I'll start one. Post what gems you've found and suggest some category titles. I'll try and update OP as and when I can, with peoples additions.
Media
Netflix (Free + subscription, x86, x64, ARM)- Netflix is the world’s leading subscription service for watching TV episodes and movies.
Get the free app as a part of your Netflix membership and you can instantly watch thousands of TV episodes & movies
Live TV(Free + additional subscriptions for premium content, x86, x64, ARM) -Television on FilmOn enables you to watch live TV for free in Standard Definition on your computer or mobile device. If you wish to watch in HD and record your favorite shows or series, you can do so for a small fee. You can watch your local channels or select from our huge line-up of channels from the US, Europe, Latin America and Asia. Watch live Sports, News, Lifestyle, Movies,
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-in/app/live-tv/c2a236cc-b1a1-46cd-8ced-ab989172e185
4oD (Free, x86, X64, ARM) - Watch the best of Channel 4, E4 and More4 with our 4oD app. The 4oD app is free to download and enables you to catch up on a wide selection of programmes recently broadcast on Channel 4, E4 and More4, for up to 30 days after transmission. Once you have downloaded the app, the content is available to watch free of charge with no limits to the amount of content you can watch.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/cy-gb/app/dd5a7bbb-f94a-4b21-adb0-d6ef1e76df55
Audible AudioBooks (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Audible is home to more than 100,000+ titles, from best sellers to classics, interviews, comedies, and everything in-between. Hear why more readers choose to listen with Audible.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/e...and-more/4bfe6201-39fa-41b4-ab34-9f4e5a8d489f
Xbox SmartGlass (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Xbox SmartGlass lets you use your Windows 8 device as a second screen to intelligently interact with your Xbox 360. It helps your devices work together to enhance your TV shows, movies, music, sports, and games. Control and interact with what's on your TV with simple gestures on your Windows device. Note: Requires Xbox 360
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/xbox-smartglass/571b1120-f579-47d3-88c8-a722652643b3
Social
MetroTwit (Free, x86, x64, ARM) -MetroTwit is the Twitter client for Windows 8 you'll love to use.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-GB/app/metrotwit/aa115aae-09e1-48de-95a1-35d77d23c9a0
Utilities
OneNote (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Take notes that save to the cloud so you have them when you need them.
Fast and immersive, OneNote has been reimagined for Windows 8. Whether you draw, type, click, or swipe, this app will shine on your Windows 8 device. On the go? Use a browser or one of the many OneNote mobile apps to get to your notes when you need them..
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/onenote/f022389f-f3a6-417e-ad23-704fbdf57117
Metro Commander (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Metro Commander is an orthodox file manager that provides a user interface to work with files in Windows UI Style using operations performed on files or folders files such as: create, open, view, rename, move, copy, delete, search and share. Metro Commander contains convenient navigation buttons (back, forward, root etc.). Application allows user to connect to SkyDrive
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/metro-commander/30456798-c35c-4a78-a72a-5e5c3271c36d
8 Zip (free, x86, x64, ARM) - 8 Zip is a file archiver that allows to combine a number of files together into one archive file, for easier transportation or storage. Current version supports only Zip archive format. We are working on the next version which will support all popular archive formats! (7z, RAR, ISO, BZIP2, GZIP, TAR, ARJ, CAB, CHM, MSI, NSIS, etc.) Today you have a unique opportunity to download the application and you will get the next version with a full-pack of formats absolutely free.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/8-zip/0ca9b05e-9acb-4b91-a3f2-8d2c7545b0fe
Unit Conversion (Free, x86, x64, ARM) Can convert any unit: Length, Area, Volume, Mass (Weight), Angle, Time, Speed, Velocity, Pressure, Energy, Work, amount of heat, Power or heat flow rate, Data Storage, Temperature...
Very useful tool with fashion interface.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-US/app/unit-conversion/3b7863c9-7b2f-4556-80cd-22d1340e6821
TuneUp IncrediLock (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - IncrediLock turns your Windows 8 lock screen into a powerful and elegant looking dashboard. With hundreds of stunning wallpapers and great widgets, TuneUp IncrediLock gives you your favorite information at a glance – without even having to log in!
The app is completely free of charge and contains 400 beautiful wallpapers – all hand-picked by our editorial staff. Beautiful
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/tuneup-incredilock/96940170-1f1d-4019-b088-3fb630bfba08
Yahoo Mail (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Yahoo! Mail now available for your Windows 8 desktop and tablet!
With an easy to use interface, the Yahoo! Mail app lets you message with ease, stay connected, and get more done faster.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/f90f38b5-101d-4efd-ab04-9d89cf0784dd
Adobe Reader (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Adobe® Reader® is the free, trusted leader for reliably viewing and interacting with PDF documents across platforms and devices. This version of Adobe Reader has been specially designed for the new Windows 8 Touch user interface to give you a great experience working with PDF documents on your Windows 8 Tablet.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/162a2931-8ee6-4a56-9570-53282525d7a3
Games
Steam Tile (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Steam Tile creates Live Tiles for your Steam games. Simply set your Steam ID and Steam Tile will list all your Steam games. Clicking on a tile will pin it to the start menu. If the game has Steam Achievements, you'll be able to see your progress directly on the Live Tile.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/f17f134c-c72d-470b-9d97-9c9d6d4aae85
Pinball FX2 (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Pinball FX is back, and it is better than ever! Pinball FX2 offers brand new tables and a host of new features and improvements, including a new state-of-the-art physics model that surpasses anything available so far.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/pinball-fx2/cb9608e7-ac6b-4127-85b7-f81e27c9ebf0
Shark Dash! (£1.39, x86, x64, ARM) - Discover the new benchmark for physics puzzle games! Shark Dash is a highly addictive game that takes the physics puzzler to fun new heights with a unique cartoonish style starring funny little bath toys!
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en...gameloft/642515e6-53bc-4f3d-a936-70adbb1cf132
Cut The Rope (Free. x86, x64, ARM) - A mysterious package has arrived, and the little monster inside has only one request…CANDY! Help get the candy to Om Nom, the lovable star of the game, in this highly innovative and addictive puzzle game. Combining outstanding physics, devilishly tricky levels, and bright colorful High Definition visuals, Cut the Rope is one of the most original and fun-filled games in the Store!
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/cut-the-rope/2d85eb97-3ee6-4aff-9618-3f6cdfd68291
Shopping
eBay (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - The eBay app for Windows 8™ lets you to tap into the world’s largest marketplace anywhere you are. It is a free app built with eBay users in mind that will help you get more out of your buying and selling activity.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/ebay/8f1ff8dc-5a36-4b51-9832-85208db8a483/m/ROW
Amazon (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - The Amazon app allows you to quickly make purchases, search, compare prices, read reviews, and share products with friends using a simple yet elegant interface. Shop just as you do on the web.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-us/app/80299018-3dee-418d-8466-374fe9463309
Sport
ESPN FC (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - ESPNFC is the global site for the global game, with worldwide football coverage 24/7.
- Our Windows 8 app features comprehensive football coverage, with blogs, live scores, results, fixtures, tables, club profiles, player profiles – all beautifully presented.
http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-gb/app/espn-fc/8948e646-9dc6-4b3b-b39c-5d144fd765c0
Others
WorldMate - (Free, x64, x86, ARM) - WorldMate, the world's number one mobile travel app, now for Windows 8! Join over 10 million travelers who rely on WorldMate to plan, book, and manage their trips. Experience the magic with WorldMate!
Just forward your travel confirmation email (airline / hotel / car rental) to [email protected] and we’ll do the rest…
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/worldmate/71c1d0f1-9a47-47a0-9f18-fd5d72df6d25
Ancestry - (Free, x86, x64, ARM) - Explore your family tree with the Ancestry app for Windows 8. Ancestry.com users can now use the Ancestry app to explore their family story, view photos, record images, and maps, discover Ancestry hints, and keep up on the latest Ancestry.com news. Ancestry.com is the world’s largest online collection of family history resources, home to more than 10 billion historical records, millions of family trees, and much more.
http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/2e5c6e86-40f3-463a-b765-0de3a22e6bc0
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