# GRID CRUNCH — Retro CRT Block Puzzle

> Retro CRT Block Puzzle (iPhone/iPad app by GA EUN YOO.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-crunch/id6760905762 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [GA EUN YOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886734308)
- Category: Games, Casual, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-05-15
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grid-crunch/id6760905762/reviews.md

## What is GRID CRUNCH?

Relive the Retro Era!
Simple yet deeply strategic. Experience the ultimate brain teaser on an 8x8 grid. Relive the nostalgia with vibrant pixel art and crisp retro sound effects.

[How to Play]

Place: Drag and drop blocks onto the 8x8 grid.
Clear: Fill complete rows or columns to blast blocks away.
Combo: Clear multiple lines at once for massive bonus points!
Strategy: Think ahead! It is game over if you run out of space.

[Key Features]

Classic Retro Aesthetic: Beautifully crafted 8-bit style UI.
Global Leaderboard: Compete with players worldwide and claim your throne.
Brain Training: Sharpen your mind with quick, engaging sessions.

Supports English, Korean, and Japanese


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.1 — 2026-04-10

Performance & UX Improvements

• Optimized rendering performance — reduced device heat during idle screens
• Milestone rewards now display as a confirmation popup on the title screen
• Play bonus toast redesigned for consistent layout
• Tutorial guide now fades out smoothly when dragging

### 1.7 — 2026-04-03

Unlock focus guides for new features, SFX bug fix after ads

### 1.6 — 2026-04-01

Performance improvements and stability fixes

### 1.5 — 2026-03-30

v1.5

- Retro terminal-style UI overhaul
- Redesigned booster & swap popups
- Improved first-time tutorial experience
- Added Firebase Analytics event logging
- Revamped booster system (EXTRA SWAP +2)
- New REVERSE system (watch ad → auto revive on death)
- +1 swap bonus on revive
- Improved SFX placement sound quality
- Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.3 — 2026-03-26

- Fixed critical bug where features unlocked simultaneously instead of progressively                                                                
  - Fixed audio noise/pop on app launch and during gameplay on iOS                                                                                    
  - Improved native sound synthesis quality for cleaner SFX                                                                                           
  - Fixed background audio pause/resume reliability

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