# Calculator: The Game — An amazing numerical journey

> A puzzle game where you manipulate numbers using calculator functions. (iPhone/iPad app by Simple Machine, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-the-game/id1243055750 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Simple Machine, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/440559596)
- Category: Games, Education, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 1,120 App Store ratings · 973 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 138 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-07-13
- Data updated: 2026-07-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-the-game/id1243055750/reviews.md

## What is Calculator?

In a world of calculators, one dared to become a game. 

Sure, you've used calculators before, but have you ever "played" a calculator?

Welcome to Calculator: The Game where you'll manipulate numbers by adding them, subtracting them, converting them, reversing them, and stuffing them through portals ... yes ... PORTALS.

Calculator: The Game features:
- LCD DISPLAY for extra long equations
- COMFORTABLE BUTTONS designed for modern gameplay
- CLICKY, THE SNARKY ASSISTANT who will help you win
- FUNCTIONING SOLAR PANEL
- APPROVED for use in Calculator: The Game

## Key features

- Number manipulation puzzles
- Adding, subtracting, converting numbers
- Using portals to solve challenges
- LCD display for long equations
- Interactive assistant
- Functioning solar panel

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Hints | $0.99 | one-time |
| 9 Hints | $2.99 | one-time |
| 16 Hints | $4.99 | one-time |
| 36 Hints | $9.99 | one-time |
| 80 Hints | $19.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Calculator?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Entertaining and challenging
- 💡 Unique math-based puzzle concept
- 🤖 Cute calculator character
- 🧠 Helps improve math skills
- ⏱️ Good time killer

**Cons**

- 📺 Too many intrusive ads
- 🛒 No option to remove ads via in-app purchase
- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Unclear button functions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on level 184 when dividing by 2
- Daily hint feature not working properly
- Buttons not showing up correctly after new levels

**Most requested features**

- Add sound/music toggle option
- Implement progress sync across devices
- Provide more challenging levels
- Fix button labeling issues

## Recent user reviews (10 of 973)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/calculator-the-game/id1243055750/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No way to remove intrusive ads

*2026-07-03, version 1.5.1*

Would have happily paid a few dollars but have now uninstalled.

### 5/5 — I

*2026-04-15, version 1.5.1*

JUST HIT DA JACK POTTT YA YA YA

### 5/5 — It’s a fun game

*2026-01-02, version 1.5.1*

It’s a fun game

### 5/5 — Very good game

*2025-12-16, version 1.5.1*

It’s math plus a little bit more for fun :)

### 4/5 — Really entertaining

*2025-11-01, version 1.5.1*

It’s a great game, so simple but brilliant. 
However, it has ads between every few levels and absolutely no way to disable them, and a behaviour I absolutely do not support. 
I’d be happy to pay to disable adverts.

### 4/5 — 100% LOVE IT, BUT…

*2025-10-27, version 1.5.1*

The game is 10/10, simple and unique but achievements bugged, and its weird cuz game logging in to game center. Cmon kurtiswow fix it, people are struggling with this thru years. Where r u?

### 5/5 — I was left speechless

*2025-10-10, version 1.5.1*

I had an idea for a game to make about a calculator so i searched to see if the name was taken and i found this. Personally, I love math but this is next level. Only thing is i can’t get achievements. Still amazing.

### 5/5 — Brain scratch

*2025-09-03, version 1.5.1*

This game scratches my soggy wet brain in the right spot.

### 1/5 — 155

*2025-05-02, version 1.5.1*

155關題目錯了

### 4/5 — Game Center achievements are not working

*2025-04-29, version 1.5.1*

The achievement is not earned despite completing the requirements.

## Frequently asked questions about Calculator

### What is Calculator: The Game?

Calculator: The Game is a unique puzzle game that transforms a standard calculator into an interactive experience. You'll solve challenges by manipulating numbers using various mathematical operations and even portals.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include solving puzzles by adding, subtracting, converting, and reversing numbers. The app also boasts an LCD display for long equations, comfortable buttons, a helpful assistant named Clicky, and a functioning solar panel.

### How much does Calculator: The Game cost?

The app is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may provide additional content or features.

### What kind of puzzles can I expect?

You can expect numerical puzzles that require you to manipulate numbers to reach specific goals. This involves using basic arithmetic operations and creative problem-solving, including the use of portals to move numbers.

### Is this app suitable for all ages?

While the core mechanics involve numbers, the puzzle-solving aspect and unique gameplay make it engaging for a wide range of players. It's a great way to exercise your logic and numerical skills in a fun, game-like environment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2020-11-26

Hi, I thought the new Discord button was added in the last release but somehow I missed it.The new Discord button will take you to that Calculator: The Game channel where you can hang out with me and other fans of the game!Hugs,kurtiswow

### 1.5 — 2020-11-24

Hi, some small quality of life improvements. 

Ads will show less frequently after completing levels, removed the merch store button, and added a Discord button in the settings menu so you can hop on with other Calculator: The Game fans!Internally, I updated the code to the most recent version of Unity so the game can live on, and am hoping to make additional features, improvements, and (if possible) a PC and Mac version :)Thank you thank you thank you to all the fans who have made this game such a hit!

hugs,kurtiswow

### 1.4 — 2019-06-27

hey guys! 

welcome to the big merch store update!
we got pins, plushies, t-shirts and moooore exclusive calculator-themed merch?! yeah.
to find all this cool stuff, a new button got installed on this calculator that gives you access to the store. don't hesitate to check it out. 

**EXTRA EXTRA** 
go back and beat level 10 to find out how to get 10% ALL calculator merch in the store. 

we hope you enjoy this update,
hugs
simple machine

### 1.3.3 — 2017-07-26

Can now change language to English in settings menu (for non-English players)
Updated level curve (level 14 was wayyyy too hard!)

### 1.3.2 — 2017-07-19

Wow, what a week! We are so happy that so many of you love Calculator: The Game. Some quick changes this week as we continue to improve the game. Expect more updates pretty soon and leave us some suggestions! Thanks again everyone :).

Here are the changes this week:
Localization added for Chinese, Spanish, German, Italian, Korean, French, Danish, Dutch, Portuguese, and Russian!!
Added Daily Hints! Now you can watch a video each day to receive a hint.
Fixed crash at end of game.

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*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 2026-07-10.*