# CodeMonsters — Scan. Collect. Battle.

> Scan barcodes to hatch, collect, and battle unique pixel-art monsters. (iPhone/iPad app by ELLIOT MITCHELL FRY.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codemonsters/id6759263818 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ELLIOT MITCHELL FRY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877733177)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Casual
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codemonsters/id6759263818/reviews.md

## What is CodeMonsters?

Every barcode hides a monster. Scan one and find out which.

CodeMonsters turns the ordinary codes around you — books, groceries, packages, anything with a barcode — into unique pixel-art creatures. Each code is decoded into one specific monster: its species, element, rarity, and stats are locked to that barcode, so the same code always hatches the same beast. No two products give you the same result, and the rarest codes hide the rarest monsters.

SCAN & HATCH
Point your camera at any barcode to decode a new specimen. Watch it materialize in the hatching chamber, then catalog it in your collection. Common, Rare, Elder, Legendary, Godlike — the higher the tier, the harder it is to find in the wild.

BUILD YOUR COLLECTION
Every monster is rendered as original pixel art with its own element — Fire, Water, Thunder, Earth, Ice, Shadow, Light, Wind, Poison, Arcane — and a full stat line. Search, filter, sort, and favorite your way through a growing catalog of creatures.

BATTLE ONLINE
Assemble a team of six and take on other collectors in the Battle Arena. Position your monsters in formation, exploit element matchups, and time your attacks — a pre-battle reaction challenge and tap-charge mechanic mean your skill shapes the outcome, not just your stats. Climb the all-time leaderboard.

BREED NEW MONSTERS
Combine two monsters in the Breeding Lab to produce offspring with mixed traits. Chase rarer elements and stronger stat lines through generations.

A WORLD MADE OF CODES
There's no fixed roster to grind — your collection is built from the real barcodes you encounter. The shelf at the shop, the book on your desk, the parcel at the door: each one is a monster waiting to be decoded.

Scan. Collect. Battle. The lab is ready.

CodeMonsters requires an account (email + password) to sync your collection. Camera access is used only to read barcodes. See our Privacy Policy and Terms at codemonsters.app.

## Key features

- Scan barcodes to hatch monsters
- Collect monsters with unique elements and stats
- Battle other players online
- Breed monsters for new traits
- Build a collection from real-world codes
- Pixel-art creature design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Basic Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/codemonsters/id6759263818/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Non Functioning

*2026-07-05*

Game about scanning things to unlock things is useless if the camera can’t identify barcodes

## Frequently asked questions about CodeMonsters

### What is CodeMonsters?

CodeMonsters is a game where you scan real-world barcodes to discover and collect unique pixel-art monsters. These monsters have different elements, rarities, and stats determined by the barcode itself.

### How do I get monsters in CodeMonsters?

You get monsters by pointing your device's camera at any barcode on products, books, or packages. Each unique barcode will reveal a specific monster.

### Can I battle other players in CodeMonsters?

Yes, CodeMonsters features an online Battle Arena where you can assemble a team of six monsters and compete against other collectors. Your skill in formation and timing also influences battle outcomes.

### Does CodeMonsters have ads?

No, CodeMonsters does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play, with optional in-app purchases available.

### What devices does CodeMonsters support?

CodeMonsters currently supports iPhone devices. The app requires camera access to scan barcodes.

### How often is CodeMonsters updated?

The app was last updated on June 18, 2026, with version 1.0.0. Further updates will likely introduce new features and monsters.

### Is CodeMonsters suitable for younger players?

CodeMonsters has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for children aged nine and older. The game involves collecting and battling monsters.

### Can I breed monsters in CodeMonsters?

Yes, CodeMonsters includes a Breeding Lab where you can combine two monsters to create offspring. This allows you to pursue rarer elements and stronger stat lines through generations.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-07-31

The Hunters update. The lab has new wings — and new rivals.

◈ HUNTERS — search for other collectors, follow them, and browse their public collections
◈ LEADERBOARDS — top battlers and top collectors, ranked
◈ PUSH NOTIFICATIONS — get pinged for battle challenges and results
◈ LIVE ARENA — challenges and battles now update in real time
◈ INSTANT BREED — spend upgrade points to hatch offspring on the spot
◈ FIELD GUIDE — tap "?" anywhere for help from Cromwell

Plus new sound effects, custom monster minicons, smarter matchmaking, and store reliability fixes. Happy hunting, collector.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-06-18

No release notes.

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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 2026-08-02.*
