# Rush for gold: Alaska

> Gold prospecting and town-building simulation game set in Alaska. (iPhone/iPad app by Viktor Nikulin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rush-for-gold-alaska/id720681700 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Viktor Nikulin](https://appshunter.io/developer/493240310)
- Category: Games, Family, Strategy
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.77/5 from 285 App Store ratings · 106 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 235 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
- Released: 2013-10-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rush-for-gold-alaska/id720681700/reviews.md

## What is Rush for gold?

Who says the time of the great gold prospectors has passed?! You have an opportunity to be one yourself. Explore locations for gold and other useful resources, protect your workers from wild animals and robbers, and build the town of your dreams in Alaska!

 - Two game modes - time-limited and free play.
 - 40 striking locations and four seasons.
 - Exciting, dynamic gameplay.
 - Lots of buildings and units to interact with.

## Key features

- Gold prospecting
- Town building
- Resource exploration
- Worker protection
- Two game modes
- 40 locations

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Game Unlock | $2.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Rush for gold?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 😊 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and artistic design
- ⏰ Relaxed mode option removes time pressure
- 🧠 Good balance of challenge and fun
- 💰 Affordable price point
- 🎮 Excellent time management mechanics
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Suitable for all ages
- 🔄 High replay value across multiple playthroughs
- 🎯 Clear objectives and easy to follow gameplay
- ✨ No glitches or crashes reported by most users

**Cons**

- ⚠️ Misleading 'free to play' description with paywall
- 🔄 Must restart levels when returning to game
- 🗣️ Intrusive tutorial pop-ups and mayor character
- 📱 Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates
- 🔧 Lack of game updates and new content
- 🎮 Limited innovation compared to similar games
- 🏆 No rewards for achieving perfect 3-star ratings

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Train station becomes invisible after full upgrade
- Game incompatible with current iOS and iPad updates
- Game no longer playable on newer Apple devices

**Most requested features**

- Option to skip or disable tutorials permanently
- Ability to turn off or mute the mayor character
- Third game in the series
- More games from this developer
- Bonus levels for perfect scores
- Continued updates and new content
- Increased difficulty progression in later levels
- iOS compatibility updates for newer iPad versions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 106)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rush-for-gold-alaska/id720681700/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great game

*2025-06-13, version 1.2*

Taught my granddaughter to play this game when she was about 5 years old.  She is 15 now, and we were remembering old games we enjoyed. I down loaded it and playing it again. Simple and cute game!

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2024-11-30, version 1.2*

A game that never gets old.  I always come back to it.

### 4/5 — Excellent game, only 1 recommendation

*2024-11-26, version 1.2*

I really love this game! I’ve played it & Rush  For Gold California on my iPad and laptops. I truly enjoy it but if I could recommend anything to the makers of the game it would be to add an option to bypass all the tutorials. I waste a lot of time on those pop up instructions that I don’t need.

### 5/5 — Love this game

*2023-07-22, version 1.2*

I really love this game, I even have it on my pc. So when I saw it for iPad, just knew I needed it. It would make it even better if there was a selection where you could turn the mayor off so you could continue playing the game, hitting the skip button all the time slows down the game play. Please update the version so it will work with all of the current updates Apple has been performing on the iPad. I hate that I can’t play it anymore because of the upgrades.

### 2/5 — Sympa au départ mais finalement frustrant

*2023-04-23, version 1.2*

Jeu sympa pour passer le temps ou simplement se détendre, mais un gros problème pour moi : si vous sortez du jeu avant d’avoir fini la partie en cours, il faut la reprendre à zéro. Très frustrant, d’autant plus qu’il faut parfois attendre de longues minutes pour « recharger » les ressources disponibles (exemple : un arbre abattu pour obtenir du bois, qui repousse au bout d’un certain temps, ce qui permet d’obtenir du bois supplémentaire, sans lequel il est impossible d’avancer). J’avais mis 5 étoiles au départ, mais j’en retire 3. Finalement, il n’est plus aussi intéressant que je le pensais au départ.

### 5/5 — Great TM game!

*2023-01-01, version 1.2*

It’s been a while since I’ve played this type of game. Used to be my favorite back when Road to Rome and others were first coming out. Had forgotten how much I enjoy this genre! This game doesn’t disappoint. Very nicely done, especially the artistic graphics. 👍🏼👍🏼

### 4/5 — Decent game

*2022-02-02, version 1.2*

This is really quite a good little game, shame the sequel doesn’t seem to work on the latest iOS or I’d have bought it too.

### 5/5 — Cute

*2021-06-01, version 1.2*

Cute game and I enjoy the untamed play. No pressure and the graphics are fun.

### 5/5 — Good.

*2021-05-22, version 1.2*

I’ve had this game for awhile and played it for a second time still enjoyable but I notice there’s no new games.

### 5/5 — Awesome Game

*2021-04-01, version 1.2*

Really love this game and it’s very addictive

## Frequently asked questions about Rush for gold

### What is Rush for Gold: Alaska about?

This game lets you experience the gold rush era in Alaska. You'll explore locations to find gold and other resources, build your own town, and protect your workers from wild animals and robbers. It offers a blend of exploration, resource management, and town-building gameplay.

### What are the main features of the game?

Key features include exploring 40 different locations across four seasons, engaging in dynamic gameplay, interacting with numerous buildings and units, and choosing between two game modes: time-limited challenges or free play. You also need to manage and protect your workers.

### Is Rush for Gold: Alaska free to play?

The game is free to download and play, but it does offer in-app purchases. These purchases can enhance your gameplay experience, though they are not required to enjoy the core game mechanics.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect?

You can expect exciting and dynamic gameplay focused on prospecting for gold and resources, constructing and managing your town, and ensuring the safety of your workers. The game offers strategic elements in resource management and protection against threats.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2017-10-03

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

Minor bug fixes.

### 1.1 — 2013-11-13

added localizations German, Russian, French, Spanish, Japanese

### 1.0 — 2013-10-21

No release notes.

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All apps by Viktor Nikulin: https://appshunter.io/developer/493240310

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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 2026-08-26.*