# GlowGrid — A hypnotic, retro puzzle game.

> Hypnotic retro neon puzzle game with strategic tile matching. (iPhone/iPad app by Zut Games Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glowgrid/id847421230 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Zut Games Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/847421233)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 68 App Store ratings · 56 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-05-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glowgrid/id847421230/reviews.md

## What is GlowGrid?

Glow Grid is a hypnotic, retro puzzle game

• Deep, open-ended, strategic gameplay 
• Gorgeous neon retro pixel graphics 
• A relaxing, dreamy 80's synth soundtrack
• Multiple game modes

Place an endless series of shapes on the glowing, neon grid. Match groups of four or more tiles of similar colors to remove them, opening up space for further play. Fill up the power bar to clear each level. Match bigger groups, or combos of multiple groups at once, to get huge scores!

As you progress through the levels you'll have to think more and more carefully to avoid running out of space. But you'll also unlock new tiles, power-ups and bonus pieces to help you master the Glow Grid!

Play for free; remove ads via a single in-app purchase.

Find us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/zutgames
Find us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/zutgames

## Key features

- Strategic tile placement
- Color matching gameplay
- Neon retro pixel graphics
- 80s synth soundtrack
- Multiple game modes
- Unlockable power-ups

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GlowGrid (Full Game) | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 56)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glowgrid/id847421230/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 개꿀잼

*2026-05-20*

모두가 이 게임을 알았으면 좋겠다

### 5/5 — Can’t stop playing

*2026-04-25*

So fun I get stuck playing more than ever. Good planning and strategy game.

### 3/5 — Meh execution, but good for what it is

*2025-09-09*

Humble, slightly jank, and an entertaining match-puzzler
I got it to crash after filling the board with Panic Mode blocks

### 5/5 — So cute ❤️

*2024-08-15*

The game is so cute, and simple, and i love the style of it makes me remember the old games, which makes it even better! And again, it’s soo cute!

### 5/5 — Ein sehr schönes Spiel

*2021-07-23*

Was mir daran sehr gefällt sind die Farben und was ich auch sehr schön finde ist das man es drehen kann. Mir gefällt es sehr gut 👍

### 1/5 — Loud, painfully bright

*2020-03-07*

This game is so loud and if you don’t turn the sound off before you begin to play, you can’t.

It also has flashing lights which is awful. I get migraines, I don’t need that kind of trigger on my phone. It also POORLY replicates chiptunes and what it THINKS is an 80s vibe but gets it all horribly wrong. Deleted.

### 5/5 — A “Hidden Gem”

*2020-02-15*

This game doesn’t get enough love.  It has been on my phone for years and still just as addictive today, as it was when I first downloaded it.  I haven’t even gotten around to trying the newer version because this one still has me so hooked.  Try it- you won’t be sorry.

### 5/5 — Would have looked amazing as a cocktail table game in an 80s video game arcade

*2018-11-19*

It's the combination of glowing, almost CRT style graphics and the synthesizer sounds when eliminating blocks that give this game a true 80s feel and also a bit of a magical touch. On iPad 2, I found that I can leave the game and return to it later without the game grid being reset so it's possible to play one big game in short stints to test yourself against your last highest score. As others have said, an excellent way to while away boredom stuck in traffic on the train or bus! I looked at GlowGrid2 also and definitely think that the original one is the better of the two. I can just imagine if this had really been around in the 1980s it would have worked really well on a cocktail table style console.

### 1/5 — Irritating sound

*2018-04-24*

Sound is very irritating. Settings will NOT let me turn sound off. I finally deleted the game. I like quiet.

### 5/5 — BETTER THAN ROBLOX!

*2018-03-29*

Oof

## Frequently asked questions about GlowGrid

### What is GlowGrid?

GlowGrid is a hypnotic, retro puzzle game where players strategically place shapes on a neon grid. The core gameplay involves matching groups of four or more tiles of similar colors to remove them and open up space for further play.

### How do I progress in GlowGrid?

To progress, you need to fill up a power bar by clearing tiles. As you advance through levels, the game becomes more challenging, requiring careful thought to avoid running out of space. You will also unlock new tiles, power-ups, and bonus pieces to aid your progress.

### Is GlowGrid free to play?

Yes, GlowGrid is free to play. The game offers an option to remove ads through a single in-app purchase, allowing for an uninterrupted experience.

### What kind of graphics and music does GlowGrid feature?

GlowGrid boasts gorgeous neon retro pixel graphics, evoking a distinct 80s aesthetic. Complementing the visuals is a relaxing, dreamy 80s synth soundtrack that enhances the hypnotic gameplay experience.

### What are the main gameplay mechanics?

The main mechanics involve placing an endless series of shapes on the grid, matching groups of four or more tiles of similar colors to clear them, and filling a power bar to complete levels. Larger matches and combos yield higher scores.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.2 — 2018-11-15

+ Optimized for iPhone XS and XR

### 1.6.0 — 2018-05-29

* Optimized for iPhone X
* Fixed audio issues on iOS 11.3 and above

### 1.5.1 — 2015-11-02

* UI tweaks

### 1.4 — 2015-01-20

* Share button

### 1.3 — 2014-11-20

* Fast Track! Reach 3000 to unlock a new starting point.

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