# Crush the Castle — Legendary physics destruction

> Physics-based castle destruction game with trebuchet launching and varied projectiles. (iPhone/iPad app by Armor Games Studios Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crush-the-castle/id318639200 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Armor Games Studios Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1692616430)
- Category: Games, Adventure, Strategy
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 3.70/5 from 177 App Store ratings · 698 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-09-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crush-the-castle/id318639200/reviews.md

## What is Crush the Castle?

When it comes to ruling a kingdom, you can sway people with kind words and generous deeds, or you can flatten them with a massive trebuchet. Just tap to launch your projectile of choice and aim for glory... or in this case, shattering intricately balanced castles and flattening their armies and royalty. With over 100 levels (plus a level editor), skins to unlock, ranks to attain, and ammo ranging from the humble bolder to the devastating black hole, Crush the Castle is tons of medieval castle crushing fun.

Let the Crushing Begin!

## Key features

- Physics-based destruction
- Trebuchet launching
- Over 100 levels
- Unlockable skins
- Level editor
- Diverse ammo types

## Chart rankings

- #53 in Top Paid · Adventure (US App Store)
- #77 in Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

## What do users think of Crush the Castle?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Realistic physics
- 🚀 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Great graphics
- 👍 Enjoyable time-passer
- 👍 Nostalgic classic

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes
- 🔇 No volume control
- 🕹️ Clunky controls
- 🤏 Small restart button
- 🤏 Difficult to aim precisely

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Incompatibility with newer devices
- Glitches in later levels
- Weapons not functioning as expected

**Most requested features**

- More levels and worlds
- Additional weapons and ammo types
- Ability to share custom-built castles
- Difficulty settings
- Mute/volume control option

## Recent user reviews (10 of 698)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crush-the-castle/id318639200/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Great game, just one problem…

*2026-04-24, version 1.7.2*

Why can’t you mute the music? Game is great but being forced to listen to the awful sound and music sucks.

### 5/5 — One of my all time favorites

*2026-02-26, version 1.7.2*

I’ve spent so many hours playing this. I wish there was an updated version.

### 4/5 — Hasnt been updated in years, still fun!

*2025-10-17, version 1.7.2*

This is THE game that inspired Angry Birds!  Before iOS gaming was around, Kongregate and New Grounds where the places to play all the best Flash Based Indie Games.  Fun and simple games that were challenging, but didn’t require you to devote your life to in order to enjoy them!

Super excited to have CtC on my 8 Plus (Update - and now, 16 Pro!)

### 4/5 — (G)old

*2025-09-17, version 1.7.2*

Good and nostalgic

### 2/5 — No Volume Option

*2025-07-07, version 1.7.2*

This game needs a volume option it is 2025.

### 5/5 — Klassiker

*2025-05-22*

Einfach der Klassiker, wie er immer war. Einfach nur schön.

### 4/5 — Need more levels

*2025-03-06, version 1.7.2*

The game is pretty solid. It brings back a lot of nostalgia but it’s really short, only took a couple of hours to finish the whole game and get gold on the levels 
Side note an option to mute the audio for headphone users would be awesome!

### 4/5 — Fun game but how do I mute the annoying music???

*2025-02-23, version 1.7.2*

Yup

### 1/5 — Incorrect Charge

*2024-12-02, version 1.7.2*

Did anyone else get charged $15 for the game? or is that just me? Either way this game was one of my favorites growing up whenever i had access to my dad’s computer. Good times…

### 4/5 — Decent game to kill time

*2024-11-19, version 1.7.2*

Been playing this game off and on over the past 15 years.  Played the original on the PC and didn’t hesitate to acquire the ported version on the iPhone when it was released.  The only reason I didn’t give this five stars is because I vividly remember having more fun when I played it for the first time on the PC.  There were more features with the new items that were introduced for each map and region.  They DO give you new items on this version but it just isn’t the same when I played this on the PC.

All in all, this is a fun game to help kill time and it brings back memories from when I first played it.  Not as good as the original but it gets the job done. 👍

## Frequently asked questions about Crush the Castle

### What is this app about?

This app is a physics-based game where you use a trebuchet to launch projectiles and destroy castles. The goal is to shatter the structures and defeat the armies and royalty within them.

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

Key features include over 100 levels, a level editor for creating your own challenges, unlockable skins, ranks to attain, and a variety of ammo types ranging from boulders to black holes.

### Is this app free to download and play?

Yes, the application is free to download and play. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free experience.

### What kind of devices is this app compatible with?

While specific compatibility details are not provided, this is a mobile application, suggesting it is designed for smartphones and tablets running common mobile operating systems.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is primarily for entertainment, offering a fun and engaging experience for players who enjoy physics puzzles and destruction mechanics. It's ideal for casual gaming sessions or for those who like to strategize projectile launches.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.2 — 2017-07-31

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- Ranks are now tracked locally in addition to being synced with Game Center achievements
- The "You thought that would work?" achievement is now obtainable with a fire potion as well
- Minor bug fixes

### 1.6.13 — 2017-07-06

- Added 24 unlockable Game Center achievements
- Added 6 new "Ranks" that unlock as you earn achievements
- Added 6 new unlockable trebuchet skins and accompanying projectiles
- App is now Universal
- Upgraded to 64 bit
- Bug fixes

### 1.5 — 2011-11-09

This version comes with a whole new continent--36 new levels, including two mind-blowing new weapons: the Moonstone and the Murder of Crows. The castle editor has been greatly improved, and there are performance and visual improvements throughout the game. This is a huge update! Enjoy.

### 1.4 — 2010-12-16

Crush the Castle now supports older devices as far back as iOS version 3.1, along with newer devices.

### 1.3 — 2010-12-06

* Added higher resolution window and icon for Retina displays
* Various minor bugfixes and refinements

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