# Gem Pop

> Fast-paced gem-matching puzzle game with rock-smashing mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by John Copic.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gem-pop/id565678527 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John Copic](https://appshunter.io/developer/565678590)
- Category: Games
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 4.57/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 4.3 · 39 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-11-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gem-pop/id565678527/reviews.md

## What is Gem Pop?

Story time's over. It's time to crush rocks.

As you pound and obliterate rocks, uncover glowing precious gems beneath. Their allure is powerful and hypnotic but so is your satisfaction destroying the rocks that conceal them. 
In Gem Pop, experience a diverse range of actions as you pound, glide, and divide rocks and gems, often simultaneously, teasing your mental agility and dexterity to come out and play. As you gleefully pound rocks to oblivion, take numbered gems and arrange, stack, or split them to score points in this highly intuitive game of hit-the-spot fun.

HIGHLIGHTS

-Fast-paced puzzle game
-Smash rocks; Match gems
-Simple, intuitive gameplay
-Shiny, firey gems and effects
-Gems splinter apart in displays of light; Rocks fly
-Luminous color; Gorgeously rendered
-2 game modes: Timed or Endless
-Compete with Friends on over 20 Leaderboards
-Obtain Achievements through Game Center
-Post High Scores to Twitter & Facebook (iOS 6.0+ only)

With your purchase of Gem Pop, you will support John, who is just a dude, and would like to bring you more hand-crafted, quality games and updates.

## Key features

- Smash rocks to uncover gems
- Match and arrange numbered gems
- Intuitive gameplay
- Vibrant gem and rock visuals
- Timed and Endless game modes
- Compete on leaderboards
- Earn achievements

## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gem-pop/id565678527/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Needs iOS 9 fix

*2015-10-05*

This is crashing on iOS 9 on launch and therefore is unplayable..

### 5/5 — Fun!

*2013-01-25*

A great and entertaining game!

### 5/5 — Fun!

*2012-11-30*

Fun game! Great tutorial! Difficult to split the gems apart with my lame fingers.

### 5/5 — So much fun!

*2012-11-29*

Fun to play and easy to learn. Highly recommended for everyone!!

### 5/5 — Nice!

*2012-11-28*

Great game. Cool split gems mechanic. Fun!

### 5/5 — Cool new twist on a gem game

*2012-11-26*

Haven't been into a gem game in a long time but this one has me hooked. Adding and dividing gems is brilliant!

### 2/5 — Looks like fun

*2012-11-23*

But it is crashing before I can even play. It stops and goes back to iPhone screen. I would like to play it. Any ideas?

### 5/5 — Fun!

*2012-11-23*

It's a really fun and unique puzzle game.  It gets really fast pace and there's a lot of interesting ways to score points.

### 5/5 — Can't...Stop...Playing

*2012-11-22*

A game I can't put down!  Love it!!

### 5/5 — Check this game out!

*2012-11-21*

I'm not just the president of Gem Pop, I'm also a client.

## Frequently asked questions about Gem Pop

### What is Gem Pop?

Gem Pop is a fast-paced puzzle game where players smash rocks to reveal and match gems. It features intuitive gameplay, vibrant visuals, and two game modes: Timed and Endless.

### How much does Gem Pop cost?

Gem Pop is a paid app, priced at $0.99. This purchase supports the independent developer in creating more quality games.

### What are the game modes in Gem Pop?

Gem Pop offers two distinct game modes: Timed, for a quick challenge, and Endless, for a more relaxed, persistent experience.

### Can I compete with friends in Gem Pop?

Yes, Gem Pop allows you to compete with friends on over 20 leaderboards. You can also earn achievements through Game Center and share high scores on social media.

### What is the age rating for Gem Pop?

Gem Pop has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

### How often is Gem Pop updated?

Gem Pop was last updated on November 28, 2012, with version 1.01. The developer aims to bring more hand-crafted quality games and updates.

### Does Gem Pop have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Gem Pop contains advertisements. However, it is a paid application.

### What platforms is Gem Pop available on?

Gem Pop is available on iOS devices. For social sharing features like posting high scores to Twitter & Facebook, iOS 6.0 or later is required.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.01 — 2012-11-28

Bug Fixes

## More apps by John Copic

- [Gem Pop FREE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gem-pop-free/id578175786)

All apps by John Copic: https://appshunter.io/developer/565678590

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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 2026-06-24.*