# HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR — AR Tactical Strategy Game

> Augmented reality tactical strategy game with collectible monsters and card game elements. (iPhone/iPad app by HappyGiant.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hologrid-monster-battle-ar/id1261318086 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HappyGiant](https://appshunter.io/developer/556988345)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Board, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 232 App Store ratings · 101 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 608 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-09-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hologrid-monster-battle-ar/id1261318086/reviews.md

## What is HoloGrid?

"HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR" is the new ARKit version of the award-winning, critically acclaimed Augmented Reality game by HappyGiant and Tippett Studio. This new, Free-To-Play ARKit, iOS11 Version, is a 'Board game come to life!" - featuring aspects of Collectible Card Games (CCG), Chess and other strategy games.

Inspired by the legendary Star Wars “HoloChess” scene, the game was created by HappyGiant in collaboration with Academy Award VFX Director Phil Tippett, designer and animator of the “HoloChess” scenes from Star Wars and The Force Awakens. Featuring new Spells, Monsters, Arenas and new competitive, ranked match-making system, this is a completely re-invented version of the game!

WHO IS PHIL TIPPETT?
Phil Tippett lead the animation team at Industrial Light & Magic before creating his own studio in 1984. With expertise in creature design, stop motion animation, and Computer Graphics, Tippett's varied career in visual effects has spanned more than 30 years and includes two Academy Awards®, six nominations, one BAFTA award and four nominations, two Emmys, and the prestigious Georges Méliès and Winsor McCay awards.

For more info go to http://www.hologridmonsterbattle.com

## Key features

- Augmented Reality (AR) gameplay
- Collectible monsters
- Tactical strategy battles
- Card game elements
- Ranked matchmaking system
- New spells and arenas

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem pack for sale | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 4 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack | $49.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of HoloGrid?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great AR experience
- 👍 Fun and challenging gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic Star Wars theme
- 👍 Potential for growth and updates

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy and unstable performance
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🤔 Unbalanced matchmaking and progression

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes
- Board placement issues and instability
- Reward chests not working as intended
- Inconsistent AI behavior

**Most requested features**

- More diverse and customizable monsters
- Local multiplayer mode
- Improved board scaling and positioning controls
- Faster progression and reward system

## Recent user reviews (10 of 101)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hologrid-monster-battle-ar/id1261318086/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 👍

*2025-09-15, version 1.5.1*

It’s good, but I kinda keep on dying

### 5/5 — Great

*2024-02-07, version 1.5.1*

Great

### 3/5 — Nice game but does not work on new iPad

*2022-03-23, version 1.5.1*

Got new iPad and can’t make it work. Hangs on open 5sec card bonus.

### 2/5 — AND THE POINT OF THIS GAME ISSS?

*2021-06-22, version 1.5.1*

tedious and dull ordinary chess is more interesting . good animations and sounds tho

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2021-05-06, version 1.5.1*

Doesn’t load past the two developer loading screens. Lands on a blue/green square marked grid but nothing else. 
Same results after uninstalling and reinstalling

### 1/5 — Startet nicht

*2021-04-07*

Bleibt nach dem starten stehen

### 3/5 — Wie ?

*2020-12-06*

Ich kann nicht spielen was muss ich machen da tut sich gar nix

### 1/5 — En IPhone 12 pro no funciona

*2020-11-14*

Lo he descargado dos veces aparece la presentación de la compañía que lo desarrollan     Suena la música pero la pantalla no avanza nada. Desinstalado ya

### 4/5 — I confused

*2020-11-13, version 1.5.1*

I liked what I saw in the tutorial but when you get to open the chest it will freez your game and won’t let you open it

### 1/5 — No puedo iniciarlo

*2020-07-27*

Es penoso que no te expliquen cómo iniciar el juego. No lo recomiendo es una pérdida de tiempo

## Frequently asked questions about HoloGrid

### What is HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR?

HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR is an augmented reality strategy game that brings a board game to life. It combines elements of collectible card games and chess-like tactical battles, all within an AR environment.

### What are the key features of this AR game?

Key features include augmented reality gameplay, collecting various monsters, engaging in tactical strategy battles, using spells, and competing in a new ranked matchmaking system. It also features new arenas and a re-invented game experience.

### Is HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR free to play?

Yes, this is a Free-To-Play ARKit version of the game. While the core game is free, it does offer in-app purchases, which is how the game generates revenue.

### What devices is HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR compatible with?

The description specifies this is an ARKit version for iOS 11. Therefore, it is compatible with iOS devices that support ARKit and iOS 11 or later.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect from HoloGrid: Monster Battle AR?

You can expect a tactical strategy experience where you collect monsters and use them in battles. The game is inspired by the "HoloChess" scene from Star Wars, blending collectible card game mechanics with strategic combat.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.1 — 2018-06-08

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

•Privacy Policy Update
•Fixes and Improvements

### 1.5.0 — 2018-03-02

Major Content Update!

Two New Minions:
Shishiga - An insect-like monster that attacks with grenades. If a grenade is thrown at an enemy it causes damage. If an enemy lands on a grenade thrown on an empty tile, the grenade causes damage and also stuns the enemy.
Ozomene - A winged monster with a wide movement range and a fireball attack that does damage to it's target and all adjacent monsters, friendly or enemy.
 
Two New Spells:
System Glitch - Stuns any minion, friendly or enemy, for one turn and gives them an attack boost.
Minion Swap - Choose one minion on each team to swap. You will have control of your enemy's minion, and they will have control of yours.

Fixes and Improvements for iPhoneX 
Tracking Improvements and help

### 1.1.2 — 2018-01-14

•Fix for Chests sometimes not showing up after Battle Victories!

### 1.1.1 — 2017-12-22

•Fix for hang on loading screen after won matches for 6S

### 1.1.0 — 2017-12-19

•Smaller minimum board size (our most requested feature!) - Board can be 20% smaller now
•Fixes and Improvements

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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 2026-06-10.*