# Pyramids: Focus & Build

> Gamified productivity app for task completion and habit building. (iPhone/iPad app by Sebastian Galloway.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pyramids-focus-and-build/id6782373867 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sebastian Galloway](https://appshunter.io/developer/6782373869)
- Category: Productivity, Games
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 57 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-10-13
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases

## What is Pyramids?

Pyramids turns the things you keep putting off into a game worth playing.

Every task is an enemy on the battlefield. Every task you finish becomes a brick in a
pyramid that grows taller the more you do. Instead of a flat list that makes you feel
behind, you get a world that rewards showing up.

FOCUS BATTLES
Pick a task, choose anywhere from 1 to 60 minutes, and set your phone face down. Stay
present and you chip away at the enemy; get distracted and it heals. It is a gentle nudge
to do one thing at a time — and it actually feels good to win.

PRESENCE — BREATHE AND RESET
Take a moment in the Presence tab with guided breathing: Box, 4-7-8, or the Physiological
Sigh. Each cycle earns a small reward and charges a Steady Breath for a calmer start to
your next battle.

BUILD YOUR PYRAMID
Finished tasks don't just disappear. They stack into a pyramid you can look back on, so
your effort is something you can see instead of something you forget.

HABITS THAT COME BACK
Set daily or weekly recurring tasks for the routines you're building, and get gentle
reminders so you don't lose your streak.

BREAK BIG THINGS DOWN
Stuck on something huge? Split it into smaller steps so the first move feels possible.
An optional AI helper can suggest the steps for you (bring your own Anthropic API key —
it stays on your device).

EARN AND CUSTOMIZE
Win battles to earn coins, then spend them in the shop on accents, battlefield backdrops,
monster skins, and power-ups. Make it yours.

A CALMER WAY TO BE PRODUCTIVE
Pyramids is designed to feel encouraging, not nagging — a retro, dungeon-crawler take on
self-care and getting things done. No accounts, no ads, no tracking. Your data stays on
your device.

Start small. Win one battle. Lay one brick.

## Key features

- Gamified task completion
- Focus timer with distraction penalty
- Guided breathing exercises
- Pyramid building visualization
- Habit tracking with reminders
- Task splitting with AI helper
- In-game shop for customization

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pouch of Gems (100) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Satchel of Gems (550) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Gems (1200) | $16.99 | one-time |


## Is Pyramids safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Pyramids.

## Is Pyramids legit?

Pyramids: Focus & Build has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Pyramids is 48 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Frequently asked questions about Pyramids

### How does Pyramids make tasks feel like a game?

Tasks are presented as enemies on a battlefield. Completing tasks adds bricks to a growing pyramid, visually representing your progress and effort in a rewarding way.

### What is the 'Focus Battles' feature in Pyramids?

Focus Battles allow you to set a timer for a specific task (1-60 minutes) and place your phone face down. Staying focused chips away at the 'enemy,' while distractions allow it to heal, encouraging single-tasking.

### Can Pyramids help with building habits?

Yes, Pyramids supports setting daily or weekly recurring tasks. It provides gentle reminders to help you maintain your streaks and build consistent routines.

### Does Pyramids have ads?

No, Pyramids is designed to be ad-free. The description explicitly states 'no ads,' ensuring an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices does Pyramids support?

Pyramids is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the platform compatibility data.

### How often is Pyramids updated?

The latest version, 1.2.0, was released on July 24, 2026, indicating recent development activity. The app was initially released on June 24, 2026.

### Is Pyramids suitable for younger users?

Pyramids has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children, due to its simple mechanics and encouraging design.

### What kind of customization options are available in Pyramids?

You can earn coins by winning battles and spend them in the in-game shop on various cosmetic items like accents, battlefield backdrops, monster skins, and power-ups.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-24

What's new in 1.2

THE TRADING POST OPENS
Pyramids now has a completely optional way to support the adventure:

- PYRAMIDS PLUS — a subscription for the devoted: unlimited task slots,
  exclusive cosmetics, two arcane relics included (the Oracle's Eye and the
  Blood Pact), and the new Deep History ledger — your focus archetype, peak
  power hour, a 14-day momentum chart, mastery by difficulty, and your
  all-time records. Monthly or annual, both with a 7-day free trial.
  Everything you could do before stays free — Plus adds, it never takes away.
- THE GEM VAULT — gems  are a new premium currency you can exchange for
  coins whenever the shop tempts you. Gems are yours for keeps: they survive
  every reset, and they're backed up to your own iCloud.

YOUR PROGRESS, BACKED UP
Coins, streaks, and unlocks now back up quietly to your personal iCloud — get a
new phone, keep your pyramid. No account needed; the data lives in your own
Apple storage and never reaches us.

BOUNTIES ON THE BATTLEFIELD
Foes that grow restless or enraged now carry a bounty — +15% and +30% extra
coins and XP when you finally strike them down — and the battle recommender
points you at the biggest payday first. Neglect became opportunity.

A FRESH COAT OF GOLD
Coins now gleam with a proper amber coin icon everywhere rewards appear, and
reward text shows the coin right inline. New retro accent themes let you
restyle the app's chrome to your taste. Plus: equipped cosmetics can now be
unequipped right from the shop to return to the classic look.

SMOOTHER & MORE RELIABLE
- Defeating, deleting, or editing a Nemesis task now always updates your relic
  bonuses immediately.
- Purchase rewards and battle loot are credited exactly once — even if the app
  closes at the worst possible moment.
- Insight stats now break ties sensibly when picking your peak focus hour.
- Fixed a rare crash when opening the task list right as a pact expired.

PLEASE NOTE
Pyramids now requires iOS 15 or later.

No accounts, no ads, no tracking. Your data stays on your device — and, if you
like, in your own iCloud.

### 1.0 — 2026-06-24

No release notes.

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