# iDoctor — Falling Virus Puzzle Game

> Match-3 puzzle game to eliminate viruses with colored pills. (iPhone/iPad app by Alteru Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idoctor/id301467862 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alteru Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/434747758)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-01-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idoctor/id301467862/reviews.md

## What is iDoctor?

This application is a classic puzzle game. Your task is try to eliminate the virus by creating rows  or columns using a combination of pills and virus of the same color.  A line group of 4 or more contains or not contains the virus will disappear.  However, if there are 4 virus in a row or column, you need have at least one pill to kill those virus.   

Currently, there are 20 levels in the game.  When you pass the level, there is 3 seconds delay for going to the next game. 

Currently, it is designed to be classic.  We use the left and right, down arrow for motion at the left side.  At your right side, there is a rotation button.

## Key features

- Virus elimination gameplay
- Color matching mechanics
- Row and column clearing
- Strategic pill placement
- 20 challenging levels
- Intuitive arrow and rotation controls

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| iDoctor Ads Free | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idoctor/id301467862/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Schlecht

*2012-08-22*

Sehr dreiste und schlecht umgesetzte Dr. Mario Kopie. Der Autor hat dreisterweise Musik und teilweise Grafiken vom Original geklaut. Steuerung ist schlecht. War mir keine 0,79€ Wert!

### 3/5 — Good Dr. Mario port for 99 cents

*2009-08-15*

If you have 99 cents to spend and you love Dr. Mario, this is a good app to get.Pros:* Good adaptation of Dr. Mario* Decent graphics* Good musicCons:* Poor controls (button instead of swipe-based)* Buggy

### 3/5 — It's ok

*2009-04-25*

Not the nest but not the worse

### 1/5 — Awful

*2009-04-12*

I wouldn't recommend this game. Bad controls, childish graphics... It seems extremely unfinished and overpriced dr the quality

### 1/5 — Booooo!!!

*2009-03-03*

Wow, what a dissapointment.You can't keep score or play computer/other players. What's the point of playing? Where's the home screen? No options either?!?

### 4/5 — Old graphics were better

*2009-03-02*

I liked the old blocky graphics of DrSan better personally (and wish I knew how to un-upgrade), but the game is still good even though the backwards flipping of the half-pill thing is jarring.

### 2/5 — needs improvement

*2009-02-19*

This app is a pretty accurate port of the original Dr. Mario for NES but has many drawbacks.For one I think it was a mistake to use on screen direction pad and rotate button for moving pieces.  Tetris for iPhone already solved this problem by using touch to move pieces and tapping the left or right side fo the screen to rotate.  I think that would work beautifully with Dr. Mario.I also believe the game needs to have some sort of score and global high score so there is some replay value.  In addition a multiplayer mode over the internet or over a local network would be great complete with block dropping on the opponent for combos like in the original game.I think some settings would be useful too to change the speed and level, and handicap (if multiplayer) just like the original.Dr. Mario is my favourite video game of all time so an iPhone port of it would really be nice, but this game feels really imcomplete in its current state.

### 5/5 — Dr.Mario

*2009-02-02*

This cool I hope the update will make it better. But I don't like the sound that the bottom butten makes.

### 3/5 — Nice Dr. M knock-off

*2009-01-16*

For a first version, not to bad.  Price is a little high for what is in essence a beta application ready for limited public testing.I hope the next version is closer to the great functions and game play of the classic Dr. M.So until then, enjoy.

## Frequently asked questions about iDoctor

### How do you play iDoctor?

In iDoctor, you eliminate viruses by creating rows or columns of four or more matching colored pills and viruses. Strategic placement of pills is key, especially when facing multiple viruses.

### What are the game modes in iDoctor?

iDoctor is designed as a classic puzzle experience with 20 distinct levels. The gameplay focuses on strategic virus elimination through matching colored elements.

### Does iDoctor support offline play?

The provided information does not specify if iDoctor supports offline play. However, as a classic puzzle game, it is likely designed to be playable without an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for iDoctor?

iDoctor has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children and general audiences.

### How often is iDoctor updated?

iDoctor was last updated on April 27, 2026, indicating a recent update. The version number is 1.2.

### What devices can I play iDoctor on?

iDoctor is available on iPhones and iPads, offering a consistent puzzle experience across Apple mobile devices.

### Does iDoctor have ads?

No, iDoctor does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play.

### What are the in-app purchases in iDoctor?

While the app is free, it does offer in-app purchases. Specific details about what these purchases entail are not provided in the description.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2026-04-27

Total remake of the app

### 1.1 — 2009-02-25

update graphics and sound

### 1.0 — 2009-01-12

No release notes.

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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 2026-08-18.*
