# Habit Hunter: Gamified Routine — user reviews > 254 indexed App Store user reviews of Habit Hunter by Tien Long Nguyen, rated 4.60/5 from 793 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habit-hunter-gamified-routine/id1417258775/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/habit-hunter-gamified-routine/id1417258775.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 562 · 4★ 189 · 3★ 30 · 2★ 6 · 1★ 6 ## What do users think of Habit Hunter? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Exciting - 🚀 Fun - 👍 Good - 👍 Helpful - 👍 Motivating - 👍 User-friendly - 👍 Enjoyable - 👍 Effective **Cons** - 🐛 Clunky - 🐛 Glitchy - 🐛 Unpolished - 🔒 Ads can be intrusive - 🔒 Limited free version - 🔒 Expensive paid version **Commonly reported bugs** - Reminders not working correctly - Syncing issues across devices - Inconsistent translations and grammar - Difficulty progressing in the game **Most requested features** - Ability to reorder tasks and habits - More customization options for avatar - Different frequency options for habits (weekly, monthly, etc.) - Ability to track progress on completed tasks - Integration with other productivity apps - More in-depth RPG elements ## Newest reviews (17 of 254) ### 3/5 — Ads despite payment *2026-05-03* I paid 30€ for the lifetime subscription. You should get a few more coins for that without needing to watch ads. Getting ads, right after you've paid for the game, are an actual killer. Also I didn’t get how to fight the boss (I did fulfill my tasks) ### 4/5 — Great game *2026-04-10, version 1.5.4* Exactly what I was looking for in a habit tracker ### 4/5 — Has helped me do tasks I’ve been avoiding *2026-02-09, version 1.5.4* So it’s not like I no longer dislike or try to avoid some tasks. But so far this has been helping get more done and to do tasks that I would normally avoid for… well… let’s not go into how long I’ve avoided some things. But suffice it to say that this has been helpful in comparison to a normal “to do” list which frequently isn’t. ### 3/5 — Potential unrealised *2026-02-04, version 1.5.4* The habit tracking UI is difficult to use (can’t reorder the items in the list) and the RPG setup also gets very messy as you upgrade items (no way to sell or get rid of old items so they just stack up) ### 5/5 — Fun *2025-12-15, version 1.5.4* I’m enjoying the feeling of getting rewarded for knocking things off my to-do list and building better habits ### 5/5 — Good *2025-12-11, version 1.5.4* Rly ### 3/5 — 始めてみた *2025-12-06* 今のところ楽しい ### 4/5 — Most User Friendly App *2025-12-01, version 1.5.4* I have been looking around for an app that gamify all my productivity. This is more than a habit tracker, you can track Projects, Tasks, and of course habits. All while earning rewards to give you that extra push to level out your character. It’s also simple and straight to the point, easy to setup those goals, tasks, and habits. This was exactly what i was looking for! ### 5/5 — Helping me manage boring tasks *2025-11-27, version 1.5.4* Love using this to help motivate me to complete my least favourite work and admin tasks at work. Brings a bit of joy back into the day. ### 5/5 — Amazing app *2025-11-17, version 1.5.4* I’ve had this phone for 5 years and never left a review until now, unbelievable idea, really helps me get stuff done with adhd ### 5/5 — Fun for when Adulting is overwhelming! *2025-11-07, version 1.5.4* I was struggling with my motivation to do basic things like self care. But this app helped me to get excited about things again! ### 5/5 — This app is great. *2025-10-30, version 1.5.4* This app has effective gamification components. ### 5/5 — 좋습니다. *2025-10-07* 간결한 사용법에 한글화도 되어있어서 시작하기 편해요. ### 5/5 — Enjoy the app *2025-10-04, version 1.5.4* I enjoy tracking my habits. It helps me stay on track and do what I need to do. ### 5/5 — Es fácil y entretenido. *2025-09-22, version 1.5.3* Ayuda a hacer un juego con las listas de cosas pendientes y la construcción de hábitos. ### 4/5 — Great for Motivation and Dopamine, But Then… *2025-09-05, version 1.5.3* My ADHD makes it a struggle to keep myself on task, and gamifying habits and chores in this way has definitely been super helpful! Being able to customize your avatar and stats is also a fun way to add extra motivation to use the app. The problem is game portion eventually ends, and while the app is still useable as a to-do list and habit tracker, the extra motivation from the game is gone. Granted, it takes several months to get there, a point where I guess maybe neurotypical people will have developed the habits and therefore the developers thought it wouldn’t be necessary to keep going? For us neurodivergent people, it would be super helpful to be able to continue the game, even if it’s essentially just looping back to a first level copycat and boosting the monster stats accordingly. It would also be nice if we could customize the order of tasks and habits (including in the Today list) so you actually go down your list and truly develop a routine. I got the full paid version hoping this feature would be on there, but it wasn’t. ### 4/5 — Enjoyed bug Pros and Cons (areas to develop) listed: *2025-08-26, version 1.5.3* I have been enjoying this app and found it have a little extra help pushing myself to get tricky things done. —PROS— • A sorely needed type of app considering just how many phone apps aim to dominate your time - so they can make ad revenue. • A nice way to make tasks more engaging beating procrastination. Completing tasks rewards you during play when you are ready for a break from working. • Not too word heavy or fiddly to get a hang off. • Paid version works completely offline and makes watching any ads optional for bonuses rather than necessary to play. • Not too serious or rigid in structure or themes. —CONS— (This project is in progress and seems to be run by a single developer) • Clunky start but gets smoother during progress. • Currently no option to turn on “complete a task, habit or goal step before you may earn more gold via past combat” without this you can actually waste a lot of time on the app grinding up gold, which is used to upgrade equipment. It can cost you getting real world tasks done. • Currently no option for placing tasks in a custom order, so I suggest writing “A)”, “B)”, “C)”… at the start of each habit so you can order them in the order you actually start your day with which makes it easier to use. • Currently no option to set when your day ends. So your night routine might go unrecorded if midnight happens first causing a fresh day of tasks. E.g. I would set my day to end at 2am. Or giving you a pop up on the next day asking if you finished any remaining tasks in the previous day, as you might have slept before updating the app. • Currently no option to set how many tasks you wish to complete before the game lets you progress in the story, so progress can feel you’ve moved too fast for some areas. Particularly true if you are using many smaller tasks and mental health tasks like “get out of bed, get time outside” etc. •Currently some artwork and grammar inconsistencies. Styles of enemies are drawn in very varied styles. •Currently no option to turn on “Complete a task, habit or goal step before you may recover from being beaten” without this there is little to no penalty for dying in game. • Clouds on the map don’t always move away from your character in time as you approach. • Some equipment doesn’t fully cover the characters hair underneath so hair sticks out through helmets etc. •Shield art is layered behind helmets rather than in front of them, making shields look like they pass through the characters neck. •Some drops in leader battles are not balanced. E.g. one leader drops an item sold at 660 and the next drops a health potion worth 10. There in an inconsistent balance of players grinding for gold to upgrade items to take down enemies, compared with enemy stats. • Currently the “contact us” button does not work in the app. • Currently no update log from developer to see what is or will be fixed next. • Currently very limited party gameplay or connection with others using the app, limited to challenges others made. — “Currently refers to at the time of writing this review” ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — Too many issues, ends abruptly. *2025-01-21* Would be a great app, but there are way too many glaring issues, and seeing as the reviews stating these issues are years old I don’t think it’s gonna improve any time soon. You have to pay $15 just to continue after the first map, and the adventure ends abruptly after the third map, with no way to continue. This is bad for an app that’s supposed to help you with a daily checklist. If you can’t design it to be continuous then you shouldn’t center it around daily habits. It goes nowhere pretty quickly, as daily habits are DAILY. This app has so much potential, but you underdelivered, never fixed glaring issues, and promised upgrades that never came. Time to move on to something better. ### 1/5 — doesnt work *2025-01-11* I finished my habit but couldnt fight the monster ### 1/5 — Đăng nhập *2023-07-21, version 1.4.5* Cái vụ đăng nhập rất rất tệ nha ### 1/5 — 使いにくい *2023-07-03* タップしても押す場所が隅っこすぎて反応が悪いのでイライラします。 クエストも全然進まないしやりがい無いです。 ### 1/5 — コンセプトはなかなか良い *2022-07-08* ゲームで長続きしそうな感じなのはいい 良い点はそれだけ1点 最初の説明の時の次へのボタンが押しづらく反応しないことが多いのと 作業が終わりマップに戻ろうとすると広告が頻発するこれは効率が悪すぎ−4点 ### 2/5 — Needs updates bad *2026-05-18, version 1.6.0* Too easy to defeat- simply play old foes get loot & sell it over and over ### 2/5 — Too easy / bugs /needs updated *2026-04-07, version 1.5.4* Too easy / bugs /needs updated ### 2/5 — Not ok *2025-10-15, version 1.5.4* System works but UI and visuals are very annoying and bad ### 2/5 — Paid: Still Limited *2025-01-03, version 1.5.0* I paid for the app and on day two it is already telling me that I have reached maximum habits. It did not warn me of there being a limitation. I still cannot find where the limit is listed. This is not helpful for people who genuinely want to accomplish a lot. I encourage you to look into another app before purchasing unless they fix this limitations. ### 2/5 — No translation, last boss in Azure lands seems to be unbeatable *2024-06-05* I spent weeks for the last boss in Azure lands, but still I wasn’t able to beat him. The „game“ got very boring at this point - nothing more than a simple checklist. I also sent the dev translation files. But he doesn’t seem to be willing to implement them. The original translation is awful **Developer response:** Hi, we've updated the translation as recommended. We really grateful to have you helping us. About the boss, may be you can consider adding more equipment and health potion? Many people passed the first map actually. ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Awesome *2026-08-16, version 1.6.2* Fun way to stay on track ### 5/5 — Finally, motivation lol *2026-08-11, version 1.6.0* Easy setup for tasks. No forced teams with other players. Just what I was looking for. ### 5/5 — Fun way to do tasks *2026-06-09, version 1.6.0* This has helped me keep up with my task list and my son encourages me too bc he wants to do the battles with me. ### 5/5 — Best app purchase I’ve ever made *2026-05-26, version 1.6.0* I’ve downloaded a LOT of habit tracker apps. This one is by far my favorite. It has sections for long term goals, one time goals, daily habit tracking, and timers. Not only that, but it has engaging level up systems and combat mechanics. By far, my favorite thing about this app is that the developer LISTENS to concerns and requests! I asked the dev if they could make a widget for the app. They responded promptly and got it done not too long afterwards! Worth every penny I spent on this app. Thanks dev! ### 5/5 — Helpful *2026-05-13, version 1.5.4* It is keeping me interested and on task! ### 5/5 — Vraiment motivant *2026-04-27* Une bonne idée d’avoir ajouté l’application pomodoro 😃👍 ### 5/5 — Très sympa *2026-04-17* Je trouve que d’avoir tourner une appli d’habitude en jeu est intéressant. On veut avancer dans l’aventure et donc ça motive à faire ses tâches. Je recommande ### 5/5 — So fun, motivating for kids *2026-04-10, version 1.5.4* And even adults ### 5/5 — Loving it *2026-01-28, version 1.5.4* Keep building out more maps and gear ! Love this ### 5/5 — Excited *2026-01-04, version 1.5.4* This app has been so great. I’m actually excited to fulfill my tasks for the day. I find myself at night and I haven’t completed a task and I want to go do it before bed because I want the points. I want to fight the monsters and get to the next level I want to progress This game has been fantastic to help me level up. And also, I’ve been looking and I haven’t found anything that’s come close to it. So if you’re looking for a habit tracker, that’s gonna get you motivated to do your tasks look no further. --- *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 2026-08-30.*