# Luminosus — Colorful Block Puzzle Game > Color-matching block puzzle game with strategic planning elements. (iPhone/iPad app by Short Circuit Studio.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luminosus/id1663682339 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Short Circuit Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/1681849083) - Category: Games, Puzzle, Strategy - Price: $0.29 - Rating: 4.90/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 114 MB - Languages: Russian, Hindi, American English, European Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), European Portuguese, French (France), Swedish - Released: 2023-02-07 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luminosus/id1663682339/reviews.md ## What is Luminosus? **Editors pick for “New games we love” in 135+ countries** **Editors pick for “New and noteworthy games” in 150+ countries** **Editors pick for “What we are playing this week”** **Editors choice "Indie corner"** Luminosus is a unique and challenging puzzle game that combines the fun of matching colors on a Tetris-esque board. Puzzle pieces can be changed back and forth as many times as you want, so a red block will change a yellow piece orange but another red piece will change it back to red. If a piece is influenced by all three colors it is turned white and scores significantly more when cleared. In this way the game requires planning more steps ahead than your standard piece-dropping puzzle game. With its simple but addictive gameplay, Luminosus offers hours of entertainment and a twist on the classic Tetris and Puyo experience. Features: • Classic mode for a relaxing experience • Marathon game mode for the ultimate challenge • Compete against the world on the leaderboard • Achievements • Controller support • Color blind and night modes • Unique and challenging gameplay that combines Tetris with color matching ## Key features - Color-matching puzzle mechanics - Strategic planning ahead - Classic and Marathon modes - Global leaderboards - Achievements - Controller support - Color blind and night modes ## Chart rankings - #181 in Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (7 of 7) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luminosus/id1663682339/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Fun, simple and challenging *2025-10-24* Great flow game that doesn’t pester me or ruin the experience with ads and unnecessary complications. Love it! Would recommend 👍 **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're really happy to hear you're enjoying the game and that you appreciate the simple, ad-free experience—we designed it that way so players can just relax and have fun. If you ever have any questions, feedback, or suggestions, feel free to reach out to us at support@shortcircuitstudio.com or join our Discord community. Thanks again for your recommendation and support! ### 5/5 — Great game! It now has zen mode! *2023-07-28* The developer’s other game, Teeny Tiny Town, is so good that I got this one too. Again, he priced it beyond fairly with no ads or IAP, and no data collection. I applaud developers like this. This game is really fun, a cool twist on Tetris. I have no complaints at all. And it saves progress at all times, so it’s easy to jump in and out when you have the time. And visually it’s just beautiful to look at. I had suggested in a prior review for a zen mode to be added (less stressful and easier to play for those of us with accessibility issues), and the developer just added it in his last update! That makes this a 10 star game, and a 10 star developer! Thank you developer for making such a good game and doing it all right. I hope it’s successful! **Developer response:** Your heartening words have made our day! We're thrilled to know that you're enjoying our games and we greatly appreciate your support. We're committed to providing a fun, user-friendly experience, and it's feedback like yours that keeps us motivated to improve and innovate. We're so pleased that you're finding the new Zen mode useful and enjoyable. Thank you for that fantastic suggestion! We value our players' feedback and will continue to make updates based on it. Again, thank you for your incredible support and for being such an amazing part of our gaming community. Stay tuned for more exciting updates and enhancements! ### 5/5 — Great! Needs zen mode though *2023-07-22* The developer’s other game, Teeny Tiny Town, is so good that I got this one too. Again, he priced it beyond fairly with no ads or IAP, and no data collection. I applaud developers like this. This game is fun, a cool twist on Tetris. I have no complaints at all. And it saves progress at all times. I do hope the developer will add a zen mode, however, because as the current game progresses, the pieces fall so fast you don’t have time to really place them, so that’s stressful. Some people would like this. But with my accessibility issues, moving fast is hard. A zen mode for those like me would make this game 10 stars. Developer, will you consider a zen mode? Still, I recommend this game. Good job! ### 1/5 — Good game ruined by ads! *2023-05-01* Bought this game before it was free and changed devs. Nice little game and enjoyable. Now some ad company took over and inserted ads! And now an iAP to get rid of them despite PAYING FOR THE GAME! Don’t waste your time on this game! **Developer response:** Hello! thank you for the review!  The game is now back to being a premium product without ads. ### 5/5 — Great game *2023-02-27* Fun and engrossing. Nice that with the new update you can close the app and it saves your game. One thing I would like to see in the future is a level based campaign mode? **Developer response:** Thank you so much for the 5-star review and your kind words! We're glad you're enjoying the new update, especially the save feature. Your idea for a level-based campaign mode sounds intriguing, and it's definitely something we'll consider for future updates. We love hearing suggestions from our players, as it helps us make the game even better. Keep having fun, and stay tuned for more exciting features! ### 3/5 — Pretty but can’t pause! *2023-02-24* Would love to give this 5 stars but you can’t pause or leave a game and pick up where you left off. I got frustrated as I get interrupted while playing and it would be nice to close the app, come back later and finish the game! Otherwise pretty colors and good mechanics but the issue I mentioned is a dealbreaker. **Developer response:** Thank you for your input, valid point! We have just released an update that makes it possible to close down the app or quit a game to resume it later on. 🫶 ### 5/5 — An amazing fun game *2023-02-18* This game is amazing. Reminds me of Tetris but harder and keeps your mind active. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for something new :) **Developer response:** Thank you for the amazing 5-star review! We're so glad to hear our game strikes a chord with you, reminding you of Tetris but with its own unique and challenging twist. It's wonderful to know it keeps your mind active. Thank you for recommending us to others looking for something new. We hope you continue to enjoy the game and discover even more fun as you play! ## Frequently asked questions about Luminosus ### What is Luminosus? Luminosus is a unique puzzle game that combines Tetris-style block dropping with color-matching mechanics. Players strategically influence block colors to create white blocks for higher scores, requiring more planning than typical falling block games. ### How does Luminosus gameplay work? Puzzle pieces can be changed back and forth between colors. If a piece is influenced by all three primary colors, it turns white and scores significantly more when cleared. This mechanic encourages players to plan multiple steps ahead. ### What game modes are available in Luminosus? Luminosus offers a Classic mode for a more relaxed experience and a Marathon game mode designed for the ultimate challenge. Both modes provide hours of engaging gameplay. ### Can I compete with other players in Luminosus? Yes, Luminosus allows you to compete against players worldwide on the global leaderboard. The game also features achievements to unlock, adding another layer of engagement. ### Is Luminosus suitable for colorblind players? Yes, Luminosus includes a dedicated color blind mode to ensure accessibility for all players. It also features a night mode for comfortable gameplay in low-light conditions. ### What devices does Luminosus support? Luminosus is available on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. This wide compatibility allows players to enjoy the game across various Apple devices. ### How much does Luminosus cost? Luminosus is a paid application, priced at $0.29. This one-time purchase grants access to the full game without any in-app purchases or advertisements. ### Does Luminosus have ads? No, Luminosus is ad-free. As a paid application, it provides an uninterrupted gaming experience without any advertisements. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.5 — 2023-10-06 Resolved an issue where some blocks could get stuck. ### 1.1.4 — 2023-08-18 Resolved a bug where blocks could occasionally get stuck. ### 1.1.3 — 2023-07-27 • New Game Mode: We've introduced a relaxing mode where the gameplay speed remains constant. Perfect for those who want a more laid-back experience! • Bug Fixes: As always, we're committed to providing a smooth gaming experience. We've resolved several issues for better performance. Thanks for being part of the Luminosus community! ### 1.1.2 — 2023-06-19 This update removes levels, in-app purchases and ads as well as the following improvements: - Further improved Apple Pencil support - We have introduced lock delay. Now you can adjust the blocks before they lock into place when dropping. - We have made a difficulty level selector available before starting a game. ### 1.1.1 — 2023-06-14 This update removes levels, in-app purchases and ads as well as the following improvements: - Further improved Apple Pencil support - We have introduced lock delay. Now you can adjust the blocks before they lock into place when dropping. - We have made a difficulty level selector available before starting a game. ## Apps similar to Luminosus | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Chess Story](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chess-story/id6740005728) | 4.5 (2) | Free | Games | | [Sudokers](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudokers/id1552493332) | — | Free | Games | | [Trials of Dragons](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trials-of-dragons/id1660491468) | 4.4 (90) | Free | Games | | [Godfrey's Crusade](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/godfreys-crusade/id6741409129) | 5.0 (2) | Free | Games | | [Neolysium](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neolysium/id6471679998) | 4.2 (13) | Free | Games | | [Almost Chess](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/almost-chess/id6741071027) | — | Free | Games | ## More apps by Short Circuit Studio - [Teeny Tiny Town](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teeny-tiny-town/id6449408808) - [Tiny Connections](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-connections/id6464590876) - [Fortunes of Battle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fortunes-of-battle/id6464591535) - [Teeny Tiny Trains](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/teeny-tiny-trains/id6476918116) - [Tiny Discs](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-discs/id6511192837) All apps by Short Circuit Studio: https://appshunter.io/developer/1681849083 --- *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 2026-09-03.*