# Auro: Monster Bumping > Tactical monster-bumping adventure game with procedural dungeons and strategic spellcasting. (iPhone/iPad app by Dinofarm Games, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auro-monster-bumping/id912559144 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Dinofarm Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/912559147) - Category: Games, Role Playing, Strategy - Price: $1.99 - Rating: 4.00/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 47 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 199 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-02-10 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auro-monster-bumping/id912559144/reviews.md ## What is Auro? All bump. No grind. Dinofarm Games - creators of 100 Rogues - are pleased to present the critically-acclaimed Auro: A Monster-Bumping Adventure. TouchArcade ***** - "Auro is one of the rare games in this genre that should please both beginners and experts alike." Pocket Tactics ***** - "It wants you to see how clever it is, and to show you how clever you are." Auro introduces a whole new kind of gameplay: Bumping! What's that? Why, it's the strategic use of movement, magic spells, and straight-up bumping to kill monsters to gain points, and become a master Bumper! Set in an original fantasy universe, guide the brash, spoiled Prince Auro through procedurally generated dungeons, with only a handful of tactical spells - and your wits - to protect you. Face a variety of monsters, each with their own cool tactical abilities, and then when they least expect it - give 'em a healthy bump - STRAIGHT INTO THE DRINK! FEATURES • Procedurally generated maps meaning you'll never face the same challenge twice • PLAY MODE lets you build up your Rank over time, like an online matchmaking ladder! • Deep, interesting, and balanced system of gameplay - you can get better at Auro for years • Crazy emergent complexity! You'll constantly surprise yourself with what's possible • Nine unique spells that are the result of years of careful balance and testing • Quick, no-nonsense gameplay. • 10 Tutorial levels to show you the basics, plus 10 unlockable advanced Tutorials • Detailed stat-tracking on our RECORDS screen • A whole cast of colorful and interesting monsters who will give you somethin' to think about! • The entire game is made up of vibrant, hand-made and fully animated pixel art • An original thematic soundrack • Designed from the ground up for use on touchscreens • Comes with a tutorial, a web manual, a how-to-play gameplay video, and more ways to help you learn • From Dinofarm Games, the creators of the hit dungeon-crawler 100 Rogues Requires iOS7 or greater. Learn more at www.auro-game.com ! Please come say hello at the Dinofarm Forums: http://www.dinofarmgames.com/forum/index.php The official manual: http://auro-game.com/manual/ Dinofarm Games official site: http://www.dinofarmgames.com Follow us on Facebook or Twitter at @DinofarmGames! Like the music? Buy the soundtrack! https://dinofarmgames.bandcamp.com/ ## Key features - Monster bumping gameplay - Procedurally generated maps - Tactical spellcasting - Ranked play mode - Deep gameplay system - Hand-made pixel art ## Recent user reviews (10 of 47) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/auro-monster-bumping/id912559144/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Fun for about 10 minutes. *2022-06-27, version 3.4* Seriously? It’s a repetitious click-fest. At least it was cheap. ### 5/5 — An underrated classic *2021-12-22, version 3.4* One of my favorites, which deserves a lot more attention! ### 5/5 — Masterpiece of game design *2021-08-22, version 3.4* I’m so happy this game is back on the app store. What’s more, they actually seem to have updated it from last time, adding little balance improvements and even a couple new enemies. This is one of the best pick-up-and-play roguelikes of all time. Even though the rules are simple, the gameplay is incredibly dynamic. In the higher levels, you are forced to come up with a novel and unique strategy to tackle almost every single enemy. There is no “fluff” here like in-app purchases, leveling, or metaprogression beyond just upping the game’s difficulty. Only rock solid gameplay. It’s very unique; its closest peer would probably be Into The Breach, but that game is vastly different and not really good for pick-up-and-play. Auro is much more accessible, and worth picking up even if you’re not that into the genre. My only question is what’s with the icon?? It used to be a cooler icon of the main character, but now it’s just a portrait of one of the weird looking in-game adversaries with the transparency messed up. I get it though — I don’t even maintain my own iOS game, since nobody buys it… I’m just really glad this is back on the app store. ### 5/5 — It’s baaaaack *2021-01-30, version 3.3* Oh man one of my favorite single player games is back. Get it. It’s awesome. Edit: more info about the game. It’s heavy on the strategy and planning and thinking multiple moves ahead. Most certainly play though the tutorial at least once. This game will challenge you consistently. I hope you give this a chance and enjoy as much as I have. So happy to have it back on my phone. ### 5/5 — Not a time-waster *2020-11-21, version 3.1* I’ve grown to lose interest in most games because they feel like pointless checklists. Auro reminds me of what I love about my favorite game - Into The Breach (which I’d love to have on iOS). Enemy information is known to the player, you have a limited set of fun tactical abilities, and the consequences of your actions can be predicted & manipulated. The player is rewarded for putting thought into the game, and you aren’t surprised constantly with random events. I’m really glad that the developer decided to update the game, thank you! ### 5/5 — Great *2020-11-11, version 3.1* This is a really fun game. Intuitive but with layers upon layers of possibilities. Absolutely worth the price. ### 3/5 — Interesting but finicky *2017-06-18, version 1.31* Found this game because of the author's podcast. He wants feedback so here goes: User interface clunky, text hard to read. Graphics, C-. Game concept interesting but confusing and hard to differentiate/remember what does what. Tutorial lacking and doesn't prepare you well. Infuriating that I am in a timed game, need to plan my moves, and yet cannot see more than a few hexes. Keith you are obviously a smart dude, but you seldom talk about what the player feels, play testing, or your collaborators. I watched a Sid Meier 2010 keynote and that's mostly what he talks about. Better understanding the psychology behind the player might aid you if you want future efforts to be more popular. (Episode 26). Good luck man. I'm going to give Auro a few more tries on my next flight. ### 3/5 — Nice pixel art, still feels low-quality *2016-06-12, version 1.31* Good game, nice pixel art. Sad, sad, sad that so many of the pixels are blurry. I guess it doesn't play well with the iPad's native resolution. Those combined with the black bars on the side make this feel like a low-quality, cheap game, not the pixel art itself. Too bad that such a nice game with nice art has these visual issues. ### 3/5 — Fun, but broke now *2015-10-06, version 1.31* The game is great, but it freezes up on my 5S on the loading screen since iOS 9.0 came out. ### 5/5 — Fresh *2015-09-04, version 1.31* Although this game doesn't make any sense at first, it gets better with time and experience. It is different each time you play so it doesn't get boring. It could be ahead of its time. ## Frequently asked questions about Auro ### What is Auro: Monster Bumping? Auro: Monster Bumping is a tactical adventure game where players use movement, magic spells, and direct bumping to defeat monsters. It features procedurally generated dungeons and a unique combat system designed for touchscreens. ### What are the key features of this game? Key features include procedurally generated maps for endless replayability, a ranked play mode to build your rank over time, a deep and balanced gameplay system, nine unique spells, and vibrant, hand-made pixel art. ### How much does Auro: Monster Bumping cost? Based on the provided information, the game is a paid application. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or a free-to-play model. ### What are the system requirements for Auro: Monster Bumping? The game requires iOS 7 or greater. It is designed from the ground up for use on touchscreens, making it suitable for iPhones and iPads. ### Who is this game suitable for? This game is suitable for players who enjoy strategic gameplay, puzzle-solving, and adventure. Its unique 'monster-bumping' mechanic and procedurally generated levels offer a fresh experience for both beginners and experienced players. ## Version history (last 2 releases) ### 3.5 — 2023-02-27 Added option for portrait mode. ### 3.4 — 2021-07-29 - Fixed achievements - Fixed beta spells leaking into ranked mode - Fixed some issues with stack push - Fixed numerous other bugs fixed and other improvements ## Apps similar to Auro | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Dungeon Falan](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dungeon-falan/id1524233874) | 4.2 (64) | $4.99 | Games | | [Five Card Quest - Tactical RPG Battles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/five-card-quest-tactical-rpg-battles/id1045164931) | 3.8 (47) | $2.99 | Games | | [Road:Rogue Relic](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roadrogue-relic/id6449926128) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Games | | [The Hero of Kendrickstone](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-hero-of-kendrickstone/id966681345) | 4.3 (12) | $5.99 | Games | | [Djorick's curse](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/djoricks-curse/id1605518413) | 3.5 (2) | $3.99 | Games | | [QuestLord](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/questlord/id510864423) | 4.5 (159) | $5.99 | Games | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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