# Bug Bomber — Classic action puzzle game

> Classic action puzzle game to clear colored bugs with bombs. (iPhone/iPad app by Jason Sanford.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-bomber/id1441148872 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jason Sanford](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441148871)
- Category: Games, Lifestyle, Family, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $1.99)
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 43 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-12-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-bomber/id1441148872/reviews.md

## What is Bug Bomber?

Bug Bomber is a fast-paced arcade puzzle game inspired by the classics.

Clear the board by matching colored bombs with swarms of red, yellow, and blue bugs before the stack reaches the top. Easy to learn but difficult to master, Bug Bomber rewards quick thinking, strategy, and fast reactions as the speed increases.

With multiple difficulty levels, adjustable game speeds, unlockable visual themes, and premium music packs, every session can feel a little different.

Features:
• Classic action puzzle gameplay
• Multiple difficulty levels and speed settings
• Unlockable premium themes
• Additional music packs available
• Simple controls with satisfying chain reactions
• No ads
• Free to play

Whether you want a quick casual session or a serious high-score challenge, Bug Bomber delivers a clean, focused puzzle experience without interruptions.

Terms of Use - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Classic action puzzle gameplay
- Clear bugs with colored bombs
- Match four or more for elimination
- 21 levels of difficulty
- 3 different speeds

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Music | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bug-bomber/id1441148872/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Solid Doctor-Mario-like with no frills (but also no ads, timers, or other BS)

*2026-06-03*

Good if you like the Dr. Mario games. Might be nice to add a pause button or have the gameplay take up slightly more of the screen.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the review! Yes, a pause button is the most requested feature. I’ll be adding that soon. Happy gaming!

### 4/5 — Fun when stressed, but why won’t sounds stay off?

*2024-11-13*

There is something that calms my nerves while playing and it is nice, basic fun. But for whatever reason, I find the sounds creepy and although they are set to off every time I reboot the game, the music and sounds are back. Clearly not the end of the world, I can just turn the sound off on my device or re-tell it to turn sounds off… it’s just a little tedious.

**Developer response:** Hi.  Thanks for the review! The intent is to have the music stay off indefinitely once you turn it off but I’ve had one other report of it turning back on but only when using AirPods. I’ll see if I can figure this out. 

Update: I just pushed a new version that should fix the annoying audio issues you mention.

### 1/5 — Why only 1 player now?

*2024-03-07*

What a failure to drop 2 player mode.. worst idea ever. Deleting the app now

### 2/5 — Controls are hard.

*2021-10-31*

Not fun too.

### 5/5 — Super Fun!

*2021-01-09*

Love this game. It’s great if you have a few minutes of downtime to play a couple rounds. The controls feel better than other Dr Mario type games I’ve tried. Definitely with the dollar since other similar apps have pop up ads.

### 4/5 — Good game, could be great with just a little attention

*2021-01-08*

I remembered playing Dr Mario years ago and went looking for an app.  I like this one because it works well, and especially because it allows for a two-player game so I can play against my sister like I did years ago.  Tapping to control takes a bit of getting used to, but this version is well-designed and works better than the others I tried.  Worth the dollar for sure.

If I could request ONE addition, it would be a *pause button*!  I don’t think this is a big ask from a programming standpoint, so would you please add that for us?  A kid needs my attention or I get a phone call—it would be nice not to start over every time.  Also important for a two-player game—twice the interruptions.

A secondary request is a way to rotate the pill counter-clockwise when desired.  Maybe tap the left half or left edge of the screen for counter-clockwise.  I like to start with the pills stacked to 19 or 20, and that rotation option would be helpful.

Thanks for a good little game!

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2020-06-13*

I loved Dr. Mario on the NES and this version is tons of fun! I like that the controls are what you expect from a mobile game (tap the screen to turn the pull, slide down on the screen to drop the pill to the bottom). I don’t like the versions that have the directional buttons on the screen. While I’d prefer to use real buttons like those try to mimic, I’ve never had good experiences with them on a mobile game. One thing I wish this version could do is drop the pill quickly, but not all the way to the bottom. If I’m playing a slow speed or against an opponent I want to move the pill quickly and slide it into place but I don’t know if this game has that capability. Otherwise, fantastic game!

**Developer response:** Thanks for your feedback! After you swipe down to fast-drop the pill you can swipe up to return to normal drop speed. That behavior can be a little finicky though.

### 5/5 — Really good

*2020-04-27*

I just got into NES Dr. Mario and wanted to find a good app to play with my girlfriend. This is a really great version and I'm glad I found it. I'm confused about the one negative review that calls this a scam, because it's not. It's literally what it's marketed as, a puzzle game that's a Dr. Mario clone, and it's great.

### 5/5 — Great

*2020-04-08*

I’m not sure why no love is coming this way. This game is full on classic Dr. Mario without the flash, which I find a good thing. It is almost impossible to find a well crafted puzzle game now a days that isn’t some flashy, fast forward, extreme, pay to win, blah blah blah. My wife and I love this game. Thank you, Dev!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words. This is the exact reason I created this game. My wife and I love to play it together on the retro console and we wanted a way to play on my phone. The other options were full of fluff, ads, and other extra stuff I didn't like. It's tough to be a (cheap) paid app in a store full of "free" ones so I really appreciate your review.

### 1/5 — Don’t buy

*2019-06-17*

This game is a ripoff.

## Frequently asked questions about Bug Bomber

### What is Bug Bomber?

Bug Bomber is a classic action puzzle game where you destroy colored bugs using bombs. Sequences of four or more of the same color clear the bugs.

### How many levels does Bug Bomber have?

Bug Bomber features 21 levels of difficulty, offering a progressive challenge for players.

### Can I play Bug Bomber offline?

The provided information does not specify offline play capabilities, but classic puzzle games are often playable without an internet connection.

### What devices does Bug Bomber support?

Bug Bomber is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, indicating broad Apple device compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Bug Bomber?

Bug Bomber has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young players and families.

### Does Bug Bomber have ads?

No, Bug Bomber is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted gaming experience.

### Are there in-app purchases in Bug Bomber?

No, Bug Bomber does not feature any in-app purchases, offering a complete experience for its one-time price.

### How often is Bug Bomber updated?

Bug Bomber was last updated on November 27, 2024, with version 2.2.0, suggesting regular maintenance and potential improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2026-06-07

Added the ability to pause a game. The current game can be paused by tapping the pause button at the top right of the game screen, or pushing the app to the background.

The size of the game play area has also been increased.

### 3.0.0 — 2026-06-03

Bug Bomber just got a major refresh!

• New premium visual themes
• New music packs
• Gameplay polish and improvements
• Bug fixes and performance updates

### 2.2.0 — 2024-11-27

* FIX - Fixed a bug where the music volume level setting wouldn't persist after re-launching the game.

### 2.1.0 — 2024-02-28

Minor bug fixes

### 2.0.0 — 2023-11-16

A long overdue update! Bug bomber has been refactored to run even better on more devices.

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