# Blocks Hurt!

> Unconventional block-matching game with tower defense and action elements. (iPhone/iPad app by Luca Giusti.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocks-hurt/id478631481 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Luca Giusti](https://appshunter.io/developer/352377162)
- Category: Games, Puzzle, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 111 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-10-29
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocks-hurt/id478631481/reviews.md

## What is Blocks Hurt!?

"Blocks Hurt! is not only surprising as a game, it is a genuine pleasure to play. It’s truly one of those rare indie games that are all too often overlooked." -- 148Apps

"Blocks Hurt! is one of those games that, no matter how much you read about it or hear about it from someone else, you just have to play for yourself to decide if it’s for you." -- The Indie Game Magazine

"Blocks Hurt! is a must have for fans of tower defence and matching blocks. Overall a fun, original game that is worth every penny." -- AppZilla

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Play with blocks in a way you never imagined!

Freaky creatures are coming for you… Stop them! Unchain your deadly blocks, match them, stack them or HURL THEM against this parade of bizarre monsters!

Are you ready for the most unconventional matching block experience!?

INNOVATIVE GAME MECHANICS
Blocks are blocks, you know. You can stack them, you can match them… but why not using them as weapons? The endless chain spawns colorful blocks, unshackle them to build barricade or striking down monsters!

TONS OF FREAKY CRAWLING CREATURES
Fight against Evil Pumpkins, Flying Abominations and Bad Boletus! Battle the most eclectic bestiary you will ever see!

FOUR DIFFERENT KINDS OF BATTLE
Each battle is a new battle! Game stages can have four different, exciting goals:

"Collect blocks": Match an exact amount of blocks while defending from monsters!
"Build the wall": use blocks to build structures. Destroy annoying creatures struggling to thwart your efforts!
"Survive time": Withstand hordes of monster for a short (but hard) time!
"Kill the boss": Destroy huge bosses, each with peculiar attacks and strategies!

OUTSTANDING POWERS AND SPECIAL BLOCKS
You and your blocks are not alone in this battle against the evil forces: electrocute, freeze, disintegrate and slow down your enemy with special powers granted by monster juice!


* HIGHLIGHTS *

- 3 Fanciful scenarios
- 90 Challenging battles
- 4 Different kind of battle
- 5 Huge bosses to defeat
- Many destructive powers & special blocks
- Amusing high quality soundtrack
- 36+ Game Center Achievements
- Optimized for old devices

## Key features

- Innovative block-matching mechanics
- Variety of freaky creatures to fight
- Four distinct battle modes
- Special powers and destructive blocks
- Fanciful scenarios and challenging battles
- Optimized for older devices

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock All World And Battles | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Skip Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| 30 Skip Tokens | $1.99 | one-time |


## Is Blocks Hurt! safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Blocks Hurt!.

## Is Blocks Hurt! legit?

Blocks Hurt! appears to be a legitimate app. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Blocks Hurt! is 83 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocks-hurt/id478631481/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Reviwe

*2014-04-19*

This game stinks so bad and I just hate it need a lot and alot of work

### 1/5 — Needs work

*2014-04-06*

I couldn't get past the tutorial, the things they said to do didn't work. Game kept shutting down too.

### 5/5 — Something is seriously

*2013-07-26*

very wrong here, in the best possible way.  Twisted brilliance, a modern classic.

### 2/5 — Clever idea but too complicated or buggy

*2012-11-25*

I can't even get through the tutorial because I can't figure out the rules for when you can destroy a block by tapping it and when you can't. Don't know if this is a bug but if I cant finish the tutorial I can't play the game.

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2012-05-27*

I like this game! It's challenging and fun and constantly updated!

Personally I don't use the KIIP feature so I disable it. 
It's just one touch, the game good as ever.

### 5/5 — Good fun!

*2012-05-10*

My ten-year old son enjoys this game!

### 5/5 — Very addictive 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

*2012-03-17*

awesome game play..great graphics!! love it 😍

### 5/5 — Unique spin on defense games

*2012-03-15*

I like that it's not just another tower defense clone.  Fun!

### 5/5 — Great Babysitter

*2012-01-21*

Bought this game for my Grandchild and he LOVES it! Played it for hours.

### 5/5 — Well done!

*2012-01-20*

The graphics are good and the game is challenging. This game has several different objectives as opposed to Angry Birds. I have a new favorite iPhone game!

## Frequently asked questions about Blocks Hurt!

### What is Blocks Hurt! about?

Blocks Hurt! is a game where you use blocks as weapons to defend against monsters. You can match, stack, or hurl blocks to defeat enemies across various battle modes.

### What are the different battle modes in Blocks Hurt!?

Blocks Hurt! features four distinct battle modes: 'Collect blocks' to match an exact amount, 'Build the wall' to construct defenses, 'Survive time' against hordes, and 'Kill the boss' to defeat powerful enemies.

### Does Blocks Hurt! have ads?

No, Blocks Hurt! does not contain advertisements.

### What kind of special powers can I use in Blocks Hurt!?

You can use special powers like electrocuting, freezing, disintegrating, and slowing down enemies, often granted by collecting 'monster juice'.

### How many levels and scenarios are in Blocks Hurt!?

Blocks Hurt! offers 3 fanciful scenarios and 90 challenging battles, including 5 huge bosses to defeat.

### Is Blocks Hurt! suitable for older devices?

Yes, Blocks Hurt! is optimized for older devices, making it accessible to a wider range of users.

### What is the age rating for Blocks Hurt!?

Blocks Hurt! has an age rating of 9+.

### How often is Blocks Hurt! updated?

The latest version of Blocks Hurt! is 3.0, last updated on October 25, 2026.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1 — 2026-10-26

- Full screen on iPhone: bigger gameplay, menu and credits
- New iPhone layout for buttons, juice bar and goals
- Various fixes and improvements

### 3.0 — 2026-10-25

- Now a universal app: play on iPhone and iPad
- Updated for the latest iOS versions and screens
- Various bug fixes and improvements

### 2.0 — 2019-01-07

- Blocks Hurt! is now Free-to-play 
- Various bug fixed
- Easier gameplay!

### 1.5 — 2014-03-06

- Fixed a visualization bug (on 4' display)

### 1.4 — 2014-02-28

- Fixed a bug preventing iOS 7 devices to work properly
- Removed KIIP 
- Various others bug fixed

## More apps by Luca Giusti

- [Gym Codex](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-codex/id6761625945)

All apps by Luca Giusti: https://appshunter.io/developer/352377162

## Related topics

[unconventional](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/unconventional)

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