# Alchemy for Beginners — user reviews > 20 indexed App Store user reviews of Alchemy for Beginners by Prince Arora. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alchemy-for-beginners/id6791256595/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alchemy-for-beginners/id6791256595.md ## Newest reviews (1 of 20) ### 5/5 — Eye-catching and Unique 💯 *2026-08-02* Animations are good ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Just a copy. *2026-08-12* This game basically copies the game “little alchemy” but makes the spites a bit more pretty. Very repetitive, gets boring fast, sometimes veey laggy, full version costs 99ct. Honestly very disappointing since the game looks very pretty. **Developer response:** Hi, Here is a list of things that my game does: 1. Ever-evolving library of elements with heavy emphasis on mythological creatures 2. Constant updates up to 500 elements 3. Detailed databook with a lore for each element 4. Ever-evolving story 5. Rarity and classification system 6. End-game system Merge-n-discover mechanics aren’t patented and even go further back than what you mentioned. If the game is laggy, please ensure you aren’t running on battery saver. Tap on settings on the top right > disable battery saver :) I hope you get to see what my game really stands for. ### 1/5 — 100р просит *2026-08-10* Нигде не сказано, но игра лишь демо, полная версия покупается внутри за 100р, без этого игру никак не пройти при всем желании, т.к. заблокированы улучшения(например для слияния элемента с самим собой).. ну и интерфейс оставляет желать лучшего.. **Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Спасибо, что сыграли в мою игру! Я разработчик-одиночка, создаю проект своей мечты и всё ещё во всём разбираюсь. Хочу уточнить: в игре есть всего одна покупка, которая даёт целый год бесплатных обновлений, механик и нового контента. Я активно работаю над игрой, чтобы сделать её действительно интересной для многих. Я постарался сделать цену максимально доступной для того количества контента, которое предлагаю. Но я вас услышал! Я обязательно обновлю описание игры, чтобы заранее предупредить игроков о формате «попробуй перед покупкой», и добавлю несколько зацепок для новых пользователей. ### 1/5 — Nul *2026-08-10* Nul à chier faut payer **Developer response:** Bonjour, Je suis désolé(e) que mon jeu vous ait autant frustré(e) ! N'hésitez pas à me contacter à prince.arora213@gmail.com pour me dire ce qui s'est passé. Je vais arranger ça pour vous :) ### 1/5 — everything paid *2026-08-10* if you want a free game, do not bother installing this, everything is paid **Developer response:** Hi, As a solo developer, this happens to be the first game I’ve ever made and also happens to be my primary source to earn! There is only a single one-time purchase required to unlock the full game and I’ve ensured that it stays as affordable as possible. I promise no ads ever and over a year of free updates, elements, and features. Added to that, I vow to never introduce consumables that players have to pay for and hate micro transactions. This happens to be a passion project of mine. ### 2/5 — Boo *2026-08-08* Well it was fun at first, you dropped in a 99p purchase 3 minutes in which I decided (stupidly) to pay. Having to scroll through the list of elements with that tiny arrow, which mind you was missed half the time as I ended up clicking on the book placed so close to it, but the worst part was upon discovering God all my progress was removed, I had no opportunity to collect the other elements which was annoying, sure I still had the compendium but that meant having to create every combo again just to get back to where I was. Do not download cause it’ll just make you pay, and it ain’t worth it. **Developer response:** UPDATE: Version 1.4 is out now with requested features :) Hi, I’m sorry that the loop I designed caused such frustration to you. I’ve already implemented your feedback in the upcoming 1.4 version. Here is what you can expect: - Option to repopulate elements on new game by clicking “Continue Journey” - Reduced buttons margins and increased button sizes for better hit box - New elements for you to discover - Fixed the early paywall issue - Introducing new “First Alchemist” character As a solo developer, I only want people to have fun with my game. Thank you for your valuable feedback. Please look forward to the upcoming version. ### 3/5 — Satisfaisant *2026-08-10* Il manquerait une version française pour que ce soit plus facile à comprendre. Le système de sauvegarde ne fonction pas, je me retrouve donc à tout le temps recommencer. Un grimoire ou index avec les découverte et un texte explicatif dessus serait sympa. Que ce soit à propos des légendes de certaines créature ou historiquement sur des objets ou croyance. Sinon il est top ☺️ **Developer response:** Bonjour, Merci d'avoir joué à mon jeu ! N'hésitez pas à le mettre à jour vers la version 1.4, cela résoudra votre problème de sauvegarde ! Il y a énormément de choses à découvrir, comme un nouveau personnage, un tutoriel repensé, de nouveaux éléments et bien plus encore. Je vous prépare encore plein de nouveautés et je travaille activement sur la traduction du jeu ! Je suis un développeur solo qui découvre tout cela pour la première fois, mais je vous promets que la version française arrivera très bientôt ! Merci encore ! Vos retours m'aident à améliorer le jeu ! ### 3/5 — Please don’t pay *2026-08-09* I stupidly paid 99p for the whole game within the first 10 minutes of downloading but it’s not worth it. The game layout is way too small and you literally cannot navigate anything without pressing on something you don’t want. Also, after a while of experimenting you get so so bored because there’s barely any hints, there’s only so many merging of elements you can do by yourself until it gets a bit boring. The visuals and art style itself is super cool though, it’s quite an indie design really. But overall the concept is great and could be a really cute game, but due to multiple factors it gets boring very quickly. **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you for your valuable feedback. I’m a solo developer who’s creating his first ever game and this happens to be a passion project for me. I’ve vowed to ensure that players have fun and to integrate their suggestions to the best of my abilities. You might want to upgrade to version 1.4. I’ve already resolved the hitbox issue that you’re facing. There’s a new and improved hint system coming your your way in the future update as well! There’s a new character to aid you in your journey, new elements, quality-of-life fixes. I promise you there’s a lot more mechanics and features coming to keep you on your toes. Thank you for playing my game, I’ll make it worth your while with the coming updates! ### 4/5 — Chill game *2026-08-13* This is a very relaxing game,happy I brought the whole game however this game is simply not long enough,finished in a day. Hope you have plans to extend. **Developer response:** Hi, You have a huge update coming your way! And you’ll have a year worth of support as well! Updates will be released weekly with guaranteed new elements to explore! Next update is called the “Player’s Choice” update - a version that built from player feedback :) Happy to have you onboard early! ### 4/5 — French *2026-08-07* Seem good, but waiting for a french version. Please 🙏 **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you for playing my game! I’ll consider adding a French version in the future. Any other feedback or requested features are welcome! ### 5/5 — Жду русский язык *2026-08-15* Здравствуйте, игра интересная, и действительно хоть и стоит 1$. Для себя нашла только один минус, английский язык. Жду введения русского языка. Разработчику удачи и хорошего дня ☀️ **Developer response:** Здравствуйте, Лена! Спасибо большое за отзыв и за то, что играете! Я активно работаю над локализацией игры. Мне хочется сделать перевод максимально качественным и точным, поэтому я уделяю этому процессу особое внимание, ведь русский — не мой родной язык. Совсем скоро выйдет масштабное обновление на основе отзывов игроков, где появятся новые механики, новые элементы и множество улучшений! Следите за обновлениями, хорошего вам дня! ☀️ ## Most praised reviews (9 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Very cool game *2026-08-14* I’m having a great time playing it, thanks for all your hard work and love into crating this game. As constructive feedback from my personal experience playing the game so far, it is sometimes a little difficult / frustrating to test different combinations since all elements stay in one long line in the bottom of the screen and I have to scroll through the long list of elements to find what I want multiple times. And it is a little time consuming and annoying to scroll through all the list over and over. If the combination does not work, I’m taken back to the first element of the list and have to scroll through the end of the list all over again. Maybe improve that somehow? Like maybe grouping elements or something like that to make testing combinations and finding the elements I want to combine faster and easier for a smother gaming experience? That would make my experience even more enjoyable. Other than that, great work. **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you for playing my game and for the valuable review! I’ll be actively working to implement your suggestions because I think it can benefit the player base as a whole! I’m actively working on the “Players” update where I’ll be implementing all the feedback and suggestions received from the players! Please look forward to it! ### 5/5 — Great game! *2026-08-12* Love the art! The game is very well design and the soundtrack is perfect! Hopping for the next one! I would just add somethig more for compling 100%! **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you for playing my game! My friend, we aren’t done. In fact, I’m just getting started on building this game. You’ll be treated with constant updates for free! The next update is a big one! Come back soon to discover more, young alchemist! ### 5/5 — Jogo legal *2026-08-12* Gostei do jogo, visualmente bonito e agradável de jogar. Algumas receitas achei um pouco sem sentido as combinações, poderia ter mais receitas “comuns” tem muitas criaturas fora do óbvio mas o jogo é bom para passar o tempo. Esperarei futuras atualizações🤍 **Developer response:** Muito obrigado por jogar e pelas 5 estrelas! 🤍 Quando criei o jogo, quis incluir "easter eggs" de várias culturas e mitologias. Coloquei esses elementos mais obscuros de propósito, porque acho incrível quando alguém descobre algo novo e vai pesquisar sobre o assunto na internet—é um verdadeiro caminho sem volta! Tenho muitas novidades planejadas! Espero que aproveite bastante tudo o que estou preparando para vocês nas próximas atualizações! ### 5/5 — 5/5 *2026-08-11* Nice little game, definitly worth the very small price. Love the artstyle of all the sprites. Keep up the good work! **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you so much for playing my game! I’ve been putting a lot of effort into creating something that the early birds like you feel like they’ve gotten a steal. That’s my aim! I’m preparing tons of cool features and mechanics for the future which you will get for free since you’ve supported me in my early days and I’m deeply humbled and grateful. ### 5/5 — sweet little way to kill time *2026-08-10* nice artwork, clear instructions, out of the box thinking. made me smile. **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you for playing my game! I’m glad you’re having fun with this. There’s a lot more coming! You might want to update the app, there’s a lot waiting for you! ### 5/5 — Dica *2026-08-09* O jogo é muito interessante, o problema que ele é apenas em inglês, o jogo poderia ter outros idiomas! **Developer response:** Hi, My Portuguese is a little weak so I’m first reply in English to express my gratitude! - I appreciate you playing my game! I’m currently trying to figure a way out to bring localization to the game, rest assured it will arrive sooner than later. Thank you for your time and for playing my game! There are tons of free updates, mechanics, and elements coming your way! - Muito obrigado por jogar meu jogo! Estou tentando encontrar uma maneira de trazer a localização para o jogo, e pode ter certeza de que ela chegará o quanto antes. Obrigado pelo seu tempo e por jogar! Há muitas atualizações gratuitas, novas mecânicas e elementos a caminho! ### 5/5 — Short cozy alchemy game *2026-08-09* very cute game with some amazing pixel art visuals, really fun seeing your workshop level up as you unlock new things - lots of the combos are fun to find and require a little bit of creative thinking, with a progressive hint system if you get stuck. Only gripe was finding navigating with the arrows a little tricky, as one slight misclick meant you would press the wrong element. Please continue to add new content! :) **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you for playing my game! I’m glad you are having fun! I have tons of free updates and features planned. You would be excited to know that your requested fix is already on the way. Here is what you can expect in the upcoming version: - Ability to repopulate elements in new game+ - Increased margins and bigger buttons fit better hit box - Element sorting for easier navigation - New character “The First Alchemist” - New elements to discover I look forward to giving more value! ### 5/5 — Top notch *2026-08-08* Amazing game play **Developer response:** Hi, Thank you so much for playing my game! I appreciate the feedback! There is a lot more coming your way as free updates! ### 5/5 — Something unique *2026-08-07* Love the whole discovery aspect of it all. Sometimes gets difficult to find the next element but the joy of finally discovering it makes it worth it! --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-26.*