# Gunpowder > Explosive Wild West puzzle game with physics-based challenges and a race against time. (iPhone/iPad app by Rogue Rocket Games.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunpowder/id868195525 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Rogue Rocket Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/443957327) - Category: Games, Action, Puzzle - Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.58/5 from 231 App Store ratings · 73 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 9+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 799 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-03-31 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunpowder/id868195525/reviews.md ## What is Gunpowder? Play as Incendio, our hero, armed with your wits and a keg of gunpowder to liberate the town’s gold from the evil Boss Grimshaw in this explosive puzzle game! 150 levels of puzzles and mind-bending mayhem await as you blaze a gunpowder trail across the Wild West. Save the day using flaming wagons, Gatling guns, chandeliers, cannons, mine carts, and more! Burn your way through each puzzle and crack the safe with a cleverly placed powder keg! Blow up all of Boss Grimshaw's piggy banks and race the clock to compete with friends as you work your way toward freeing the people's money from his greedy paws. But don’t underestimate Grimshaw's trickery. He isn't going to make this easy! Download Gunpowder now, and blast your way to victory! REVIEWS “Story of a hero trying to bring down the baddie told in such a classic cat-and-mouse way… Gunpowder will appeal to both fans of puzzle games and cartoons alike. 4½ out of 5!” -TouchArcade "Thanks to such delightful visuals it feels like more of a breath of fresh air than usual" 4.5/5 - 148Apps Featured in “Best New iOS Games” by MacLife.com “A charming debut iPad puzzle game… beautifully illustrated, Gunpowder includes a great physics engine, offering iPad owners a nice little challenge.” -App Addict 4.5 out of 5.0 – AppGemeInde 4.37 out of 5 – MOTD Media 9/10 - KickMyGeek.com ## Key features - 150 puzzle levels - Physics-based gameplay - Wild West theme - Race against the clock - Utilize various contraptions - Unlock town's gold ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $0.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Unlock All Chapters Now | $2.99 | one-time | | Early Unlock Chapter 2 | $0.99 | one-time | | Early Unlock Chapter 3 | $0.99 | one-time | | Early Unlock Chapter 4 | $0.99 | one-time | | Early Unlock Chapter 5 | $0.99 | one-time | | Early Unlock Lost Levels | $0.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Gunpowder? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🎨 Excellent graphics and visual design - 🧩 Clever and innovative puzzle mechanics - 🎵 Great soundtrack and audio design - 😊 Fun and addictive gameplay - 🎯 Well-balanced difficulty curve - 🎪 Charming cartoon/western theme - ⭐ High production value - 🎮 Variety of levels and mechanics - 📱 Works smoothly on most devices - 💰 Good value for money **Cons** - 🐛 Crashes on newer iOS devices - ⏱️ Aggressive timer mechanics in later levels - 🔄 No level restart without full reset - 👆 Finger obscures placement area - 📱 Orientation/screen lock issues - 💾 High memory usage (919 MB) - ⏰ Time comparison pressure from early levels - 📊 Not optimized for iPhone X/newer screens - 🎮 Gameplay frustration with placement mechanics **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes immediately on launch (iPhone 8, iPhone X, iPhone 6s) - Beta expired error on iPad Pro - Game plays upside down on iPad Pro - Screen orientation locked in landscape mode - Incompatible with iOS 12 and newer despite compatibility flags - Game crashes frequently during gameplay - Not optimized for iPhone X notch/screen - Unresponsive developer support for technical issues **Most requested features** - Updated graphics for modern devices - Option to disable or adjust timer mechanics - Ability to adjust level setup before timer starts - Screen rotation options and flexibility - Level restart without full reset - More levels and sequel content - Better placement UI to avoid finger obstruction ## Recent user reviews (10 of 73) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunpowder/id868195525/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Original and fun! *2022-02-13* Loving it so far! ### 5/5 — Highly recommend *2021-11-21, version 1.5.3* Clever mechanics, nice graphics and a cute concept. I thoroughly enjoy. ### 4/5 — Works well on iPad Air 3 *2021-11-08* Simple game that works fine on my iPad. Just played a few levels so far. ### 1/5 — upside down on my ipad!!! avoid *2021-07-19, version 1.5.3* This plays upside down on my ipad pro, no clear way to flip it. ### 4/5 — A lot of fun except for the timer *2021-03-01, version 1.5.3* This app is very fun and enjoyable until book two when success or failure becomes dictated by the timer. There should be an option to set things up before the episode starts moving. I deleted the app. There is no way I can handle that insane timing, and even if there were, I wouldn't enjoy it. I am looking for a challenge, not a heart attack. ### 1/5 — Does not open - beta has expired *2019-09-12* The game does not open/launch on my iPad Pro keeps telling me beta has expired :( - how do l get help or refund..? ### 5/5 — Very high quality game *2019-05-13, version 1.5.3* Thank for this great game with awesome production value, the only thing I’d wish for would some upgrading of the graphics. Thank you ### 5/5 — Gunpowder *2018-11-15, version 1.5.3* Fun ### 5/5 — Can you please fix the screen lock? *2018-11-08, version 1.5.3* The screen in landscape mode now forces you to play with the headphone jack on your right (all other games default to it being on the left, and they give you a choice if you rotate your iPad/iPod)...thanks for the surprisingly-awesome update, but can you please fix it so we can rotate the screen so the games picture shows how we want it to? ### 1/5 — Does not work on latest devices. *2018-10-28, version 1.2.34* I purchased this game when it was highlighted in the App Store. This game immediately shutdown on my iphone Xs and my ipad Pro despite the compatibility flag stating that they work. Then I noticed that this game hasn’t been updated in years. Apple really needs to evaluate these games before featuring them on their store. ## Frequently asked questions about Gunpowder ### What is Gunpowder? Gunpowder is an explosive puzzle game set in the Wild West. Players control a hero named Incendio, using gunpowder and various contraptions to solve puzzles, liberate gold, and defeat an evil boss. ### What are the key features of Gunpowder? The game features 150 levels of mind-bending puzzles, physics-based gameplay, a Wild West theme, and the ability to race against the clock. Players can utilize flaming wagons, cannons, mine carts, and more to solve challenges. ### How much does Gunpowder cost? The application is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases, which may include items or advantages to aid in gameplay. ### What kind of devices is Gunpowder compatible with? While specific compatibility details are not provided, the description mentions it as a 'debut iPad puzzle game' and has received reviews from sites that cover iOS and potentially other mobile platforms. ### What are common use cases for Gunpowder? Players use Gunpowder for entertainment, to challenge their problem-solving skills with physics-based puzzles, and to enjoy a narrative-driven adventure with a competitive element against friends or the clock. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 1.5.3 — 2018-11-07 Compatibility fixes for newer iOS devices and iOS12+ ### 1.2.34 — 2015-07-22 Now universal for iPhones, iPod Touches, and iPads! A new Picture-in-picture to make play more fun on small devices. Metal rendering support for higher quality graphics 64-bit iOS support ### 1.0.22 — 2015-04-20 - LOST LEVELS is now unlockable for FREE with enough piggies! Now all content is accessible without IAP - Fixed several bugs, including saving of Trophies ### 1.0.16 — 2015-03-25 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Gunpowder | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [GALAXIA: Arcade Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxia-arcade-game/id1153954222) | 3.6 (18) | $0.99 | Games | | [Bad Business](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bad-business/id1444508056) | 4.2 (32) | Free | Games | | [HoPiKo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hopiko/id969961138) | 3.8 (63) | $0.99 | Games | | [Space War GS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/space-war-gs/id363486833) | 3.3 (51) | $1.99 | Games | | [Jinks!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jinks/id1507193902) | 4.2 (26) | $1.99 | Games | | [Arcade Watch Games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcade-watch-games/id1434964023) | 4.4 (104) | $1.99 | Games | ## More apps by Rogue Rocket Games - [SushiChop](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sushichop/id443957324) - [Jackpot Gems](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jackpot-gems/id816613848) All apps by Rogue Rocket Games: https://appshunter.io/developer/443957327 --- *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 2026-06-10.*