Lightning Bugz for Mac

Name: Lightning Bugz
Rating: 5 (7 reviews)
Author: Skyrocket Software

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Lightning Bugz is a trial version screensaver application designed for Mac users, providing an engaging and visually stimulating experience. This software features a collection of animated scenes that simulate the calming effect of fireflies and other whimsical elements, enhancing the aesthetic of any desktop environment. Users can customize various settings, including animation speed and visual themes, to tailor the screensaver to their preferences.

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The application is user-friendly, allowing for easy installation and setup. Lightning Bugz includes a selection of presets that can be quickly accessed, as well as options for creating personalized scenes. The screensaver can be activated after a designated period of inactivity, helping to conserve energy while adding a touch of creativity to the screen. This software is suitable for users seeking a unique screensaver experience on their Mac.

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GENERAL

Release: May 8, 2010

Latest update: June 11, 2026

Version: 1.3.2

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Mac

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Mac OS X 10.5
Mac OS X 10.6
Mac OS X

Additional Requirements: This app requires Mac OS X 10.6, and does not run on Mac OS X 10.5. Please ignore the "Operating System Requirements" field for this listing.

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Total Downloads: 248

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

5/5

7 User Votes

Thanks for this adorable screensaver!
TalyiaMarch 3, 2006
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I love it! Thanks for another wonderful screensaver....it's adorable:))
Camping without the mosquitoes!
ssbeaglesNovember 5, 2005
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I really like this simple screen saver. A couple of the earlier reviews led me to pass this one up the first time I saw it listed, but I downloaded it later after visiting the Skyrocket Software web site. It may not be for everyone, but I like the graphics, including the visible bugs, the options for quantity and random lights, and especially the cricket soundtrack. It's like camping out at night, but without the humidity and the mosquitoes!
Outstanding
DonSL777May 11, 2004
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. High five, Skyrocket Software. Great screen saver. Truly a gem that epitomizes creativity and elegance in the Macintosh computing community.
Fan-freaking-tastic
Stimpson CatMay 10, 2004
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Very nice! Right up there with the Marine Aquarium screensaver. My only suggestion (just a wish, really) would be to hide the bugs so only the light shows.
Great Screen saver BUT...
T A Z M A NMay 10, 2004
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. I have a Dual 2G G5 with a 20" cinema display and a 17 display. The screen saver only works on the bottom left side of the screen (perhaps 1024x768 worth of screen); it does work on both screens, just does not fill up the 20" cinema. I would gladly chip in $5.00 if the developer fixes this issue. Other than that, a great screen saver.
campdude
chas0424May 10, 2004
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Outstanding screensaver; calm, serene, laidback. Great colors, sound and graphics. Very worthwhile to download and register.
I love this one!
mhannonMay 7, 2004
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This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com. Great job. This has fast become one of my favorites. One improvement could be in the sound. A seamless sound track would be nice. There is currently a pause in the sound track that is a little annoying. Overall this is great.

Developer’s Description

By Skyrocket Software

Colorful, glowing lightning bugs.

Every summer evening, rising from the cool grass, or emerging from the trees, comes a swarm of tiny lights. Swirling about, in glowing motion, they search for their mates. They brightly blink in anticipation, hoping their display will bring them their goal. These magical insects, found mostly in warm, humid climates, are not "flies", but are actually beetles. The male firefly, or lightning bug, uses his bioluminescence to attract a mate. While the female, perched on a nearby tree branch, blinks back her approval. Lightning Bugz was inspired by these amazing creatures. Although the bioluminescent light produced by actual fireflies range from Green, Yellow, or Orange, I used some creative license and made a Red, and Blue species as well. Options include choosing colors, the number of fireflies, scale, speed, and blink pattern. You may use Lightning Bugz for FREE, but if you register for $5.00, you also get additional features such as, "View Desktop" mode, custom background color, or image, and additional colors.

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User Reviews

Thanks for this adorable screensaver!

Camping without the mosquitoes!

Outstanding

Fan-freaking-tastic

Great Screen saver BUT...

campdude

I love this one!

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