# Commander Pixman — Retro action platformer

> Retro action-platformer with 145 levels, hundreds of enemies, and responsive controls. (iPhone/iPad app by One Minute Games.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commander-pixman/id458942103 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [One Minute Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/395763583)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Action, Adventure
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 108 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 12 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-09-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commander-pixman/id458942103/reviews.md

## What is Commander Pixman?

Retro action-platformer for the iOS! Fast-paced action, gun in your hands, 145 levels to master, hundreds of enemies to kill and thousands traps to avoid! Everything is packed with retro style and responsive controls!

Guide trapped Andrew "Pixman" Blazkowicz to leave the alien base. Destroy every creature, jump over treacherous holes and traps on his way. Find your rocket and get the hell out of there!

FEATURED AS "NEW & NOTEWORTHY", "WHAT'S HOT" in USA, Germany, Canada, Australia and other countries! Wonderful reviews on TouchArcade, TouchGen, AppSpy, PocketGamer, 148Apps! So many people can't be wrong.

This game is a fully premium experience, you won't be asked about any additional purchases and your game won't be interrupted by any ads.

If you want to try it first, check out "Commander Pixman - First Blood", free version of Commander Pixman. 

WHAT YOU GET:
•- 145 levels + MORE WITH UPDATES!
- Over 20 hazards, monsters and utilities
- •Complete missions to unlock new levels! 
•- Watch replays of every game after finish!
•- Universal game - play on your iPad and iPhone!
•- External controllers support! iOS 
- Keyboard support!
•- Game Center support with leaderboards and achievements.
•- Scoring - get to the leaderboards from the first game!

Try also my other games: Colorbs, Matchblocks and Infiniball!

www.one-minute-games.com
www.twitter.com/oneminutegames

## Key features

- 145+ levels
- Hundreds of enemies
- Thousands of traps
- Retro action-platformer gameplay
- Responsive controls
- External controller support
- Game Center integration

## What do users think of Commander Pixman?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎨 Charming retro pixel art style
- 🎵 Catchy 8-bit chiptune soundtrack
- ⚡ Instant level restart on death
- 📱 Works well on older iOS devices
- 🎯 Challenging but fair difficulty
- 🕹️ Responsive controls with controller support
- 🏆 Excellent replay value with star system
- 💰 Great value for the price
- 🎪 Unique jetpack-style jumping mechanic
- 📊 Plenty of levels (60-70+)
- 👻 Fun replay feature showing all attempts

**Cons**

- 🕹️ Floaty, unintuitive jump mechanics
- ⏱️ Excessive controller lag
- 📱 On-screen controls too small and poorly positioned
- 🎮 Steep learning curve for jumping
- 🐛 Movement controls sometimes stick
- 🔧 Limited control customization options
- 📺 On-screen controls block game view
- ⚠️ Game resets progress after updates
- 🎯 Difficulty sometimes feels unfair
- 🕹️ Jump button not large enough

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Progress reset after app updates despite Game Center points remaining
- Levels locked/reset after completing all levels multiple times
- Controller lag making precision jumps difficult
- Movement controls occasionally get stuck
- No Stratus controller support despite iOS7 approval

**Most requested features**

- Multiplayer modes (1v1, 2v2, map creation)
- Additional weapons and power-ups (shields, rockets)
- More levels and content updates
- iPad/Universal app support
- Customizable control button positioning
- Adjustable on-screen control sizes
- Level editor for user-created content
- Ability to record and save gameplay to camera roll
- Better controller support (Stratus compatibility)
- Improved jump physics

## Recent user reviews (10 of 108)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commander-pixman/id458942103/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nostalgia

*2023-10-18*

I remember always playing on my iPhone 2g the controls are perfect these levels are perfect.

### 5/5 — Divertido

*2022-02-04, version 1.8.0*

Entretiene bastante el juego.

### 4/5 — Cool but puzzling.

*2016-10-29, version 1.5.2*

Great game! Unique, and action-packed! Although when I found out that I had to rate this game, I got a bit puzzled.

### 5/5 — Pix man

*2016-07-25, version 1.5.2*

Great app! It is so much fun and I have been playing for hours. It also works with a controller so it's even better. This app puts a new twist on pixel games.

### 4/5 — Love dis

*2016-03-07, version 1.5.2*

I LOVE THIS GAME!!! Everyone who thinks twice about playing it, don't! You need to download it now!!! Please please please make more!!!!!!!!!!!!!

### 5/5 — Diamond in the rough

*2015-11-15, version 1.5.2*

Commander pixman is a great game: it feels like random heroes and vvvvvv did a crossover, and its great! Fun and challenging, superb controls, good level layouts; ABSOLUTELY worth it! Keep up the good work dev!

### 5/5 — Challenging Platformer with Plenty of Content and Replay Value

*2015-10-21*

Any platformer fan shouldn't hesitate to give this a buy, or at the very least, download the lite version. One of the App Store's hidden gems.

### 5/5 — Thanks

*2015-08-18, version 1.5.2*

This game is challenging and fun to play this is one of the best game I every played

### 5/5 — Nice

*2015-06-27, version 1.5.2*

It's worth the money. Just do it

### 5/5 — GG

*2015-05-27*

I play a lot of video games, and this game is probably one of the best iOS game I've ever played.

## Frequently asked questions about Commander Pixman

### What kind of game is Commander Pixman?

Commander Pixman is a retro action-platformer game for iOS. It features fast-paced action, a gun-wielding protagonist, and a mission to escape an alien base.

### How many levels are in Commander Pixman?

The game offers 145 levels to master, with the promise of more levels being added through updates. Players will encounter hundreds of enemies and thousands of traps across these levels.

### Is Commander Pixman free to play or does it have in-app purchases?

Commander Pixman is a fully premium experience with no ads or additional purchases required. A free version, 'Commander Pixman - First Blood,' is available to try first.

### What platforms is Commander Pixman compatible with?

This is a universal game designed to be played on both iPhone and iPad devices. It also supports external controllers and keyboards for enhanced gameplay.

### What are the main objectives in Commander Pixman?

The primary objective is to guide Andrew "Pixman" Blazkowicz out of the alien base. This involves destroying creatures, jumping over hazards and traps, and ultimately finding the rocket to escape.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.2 — 2026-05-20

Changes:
- small fixes & improvements
- removed anniversary branding

Remember to rate every update! 

Try also my other games: Colorbs & Infinion! 

www.one-minute-games.com
@oneminutegames

### 1.9.1 — 2022-03-10

Changes:

- Added support for deeplinks to open anniversary event

And also in previous version:

- 10th anniversary celebrion!
- New ULTRA HARD levels
- Improvements for keyboard controls
- Tighter physics, with few issues fixed
- Fixed SKIP button sometimes appeared instead of pause button
- Other smaller improvements and fixes
- 

Try also my other games: Colorbs and Infinion!

Thanks for playing Commander Pixman! If you enjoy this game, consider rating it on the AppStore, I would be delighted to know that you like it!

www.one-minute-games.com
@oneminutegames

### 1.9.0 — 2022-03-09

Changes:

- 10th anniversary celebrion!
- New ULTRA HARD levels
- Improvements for keyboard controls
- Tighter physics, with few issues fixed
- Fixed SKIP button sometimes appeared instead of pause button
- Other smaller improvements and fixes

Try also my other games: Colorbs and Infinion!

Thanks for playing Commander Pixman! If you enjoy this game, consider rating it on the AppStore, I would be delighted to know that you like it!

www.one-minute-games.com
@oneminutegames

### 1.8.0 — 2020-05-01

Changes:
- Added keyboard support, especially great with your new iPad keyboard!
- Improved controllers support, especially recognizing disconnections
- Added help screens to show your new controller options
- Removal of old and unsupported iCade support, you can use your mFi or console controller instead!

Try also my other games: Colorbs, Matchblocks and Infiniball!

Thanks for playing Commander Pixman! If you enjoy this game, consider rating it on the AppStore, I would be delighted to know that you like it!

www.one-minute-games.com
@oneminutegames

### 1.7.3 — 2020-01-21

Changes:
- Improved & fixed controllers support (including PS4 and Xbox One controllers)
- Fire is now under "X" button on controller (or equivalent)  
- Ability to go to next level and unpause game with controller

Try also my other games: Colorbs, Matchblocks and Infiniball!

Thanks for playing Commander Pixman! If you enjoy this game, consider rating it on the AppStore, I would be delighted to know that you like it!

www.one-minute-games.com
@oneminutegames

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## More apps by One Minute Games

- [Colorbs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorbs/id863477165)
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All apps by One Minute Games: https://appshunter.io/developer/395763583

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