# Press Smash: Anti-Stress Game — Crash Therapy, Anxiety Relief

> Operate a hydraulic press to crush objects for stress relief. (iPhone/iPad app by Vitaliy Onyshchenko.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/press-smash-anti-stress-game/id1436985369 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vitaliy Onyshchenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1166900449)
- Category: Games, Medical, Casual, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2,188 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 77 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-10-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/press-smash-anti-stress-game/id1436985369/reviews.md

## What is Press Smash?

Did you know - what is the best way to relieve stress and anxiety?
That's right! The hydraulic press!
Manage the hydraulic press and CRUSH EVERYTHIG!
Aaaahhh, it's so good! 
But be careful! This is very addictive game!

## Key features

- Hydraulic press operation
- Crush various objects
- Stress and anxiety relief
- Addictive gameplay
- Satisfying destruction

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/press-smash-anti-stress-game/id1436985369/reviews.md

### 1/5 — So boring

*2026-02-15, version 1.8*

I thought this would be fun no don’t get it don’t

### 5/5 — Maddisyn

*2025-11-22, version 1.8*

The best game ever ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🩷

### 3/5 — The bombs make it tricky

*2025-10-30, version 1.8*

So the point (and joy) of this app is to relax into mindless smashing of food stuff and being on edge looking out for a bomb kinda spoils it.

### 5/5 — I love it

*2023-11-23, version 1.8*

I love it

### 5/5 — About this game

*2023-07-17, version 1.8*

This game has no ads but I wish there was less bombs but other than that it’s awesome

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2021-02-21, version 1.8*

I love this app it’s a very stress relief game

### 5/5 — Awesome! ❤️👍🏻⭐️

*2020-08-16, version 1.8*

In my opinion this is an oddly satisfying game and I LOVE IT! I could sit here for hours playing this!

(Maybe you could improves tiny bit by adding different backgrounds and different items )

### 5/5 — Love it

*2020-05-21, version 1.8*

Great and fun it helps with madness

### 5/5 — Houston

*2020-05-15, version 1.8*

This is the The best I don’t know you have it yet you need it haha 😂 or no

### 4/5 — Um there’s bombs?

*2020-03-31, version 1.8*

I was playing and realized there’s levels and BOMBS. When I hit the bomb it gives me more stress. 5 stars if they take the bombs away and the speed.

## Frequently asked questions about Press Smash

### What is Press Smash?

Press Smash is a game designed for stress and anxiety relief. It allows you to operate a hydraulic press and crush various objects, providing a satisfying visual and auditory experience.

### How does this app help with stress?

The core mechanic of crushing objects with a hydraulic press is intended to be a cathartic and satisfying experience. Many users find the act of destruction and the visual feedback to be a great way to unwind and release tension.

### Is Press Smash free to play?

Yes, Press Smash is a free-to-play game. The description indicates it does not have in-app purchases or ads, suggesting a completely free experience.

### What kind of objects can I crush?

The description mentions you can 'CRUSH EVERYTHING!' with the hydraulic press. While specific objects aren't detailed, the implication is a wide variety of items are available to be crushed for your enjoyment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2019-11-11

Gameplay improvements

### 1.7 — 2019-01-31

Gameplay improvements

### 1.6 — 2018-11-30

We've fixed some bugs!
Now you can enjoy smash everything again! :)

### 1.5 — 2018-11-29

Gameplay improvements

### 1.4 — 2018-11-21

Gameplay improvements

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