# Shift II — The popular Playdate game!

> Meditative puzzle game with three modes, tile upgrades, and online leaderboards. (iPhone/iPad app by Scenic Route Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-ii/id6479950685 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Scenic Route Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/601940834)
- Category: Games, Puzzle
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-04-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-ii/id6479950685/reviews.md

## What is Shift II?

“The Hyperspatial Directive Node has been upgraded to a subdermal implant.  All of its original functionality remains in place,  quite literally at your fingertips. Please report any itching, spontaneous combustion or redness to your supervisor immediately.”

A sequel to 2022's award nominated puzzle game for the Playdate, Shift II takes the familiar and adds all new mechanics, strategy and ways to play, and now on your phone! And sort of in color!

Featuring three game play modes, The Calm tasks you with managing your energy supply, The Tactical only cares about your ability to maintain a streak, while The Frantic pits you against a thirty second countdown timer and was specifically designed for those of you who were disappointed that the original game wasn't stressful enough.

Keeping up your streak count, upgrading and downgrading tiles and making the most efficient moves as possible are all critical to your high score chances.

No ads and no in-app purchases. It won't even harass you to rate it (Though it would be nice if you did)! Just a super fun, meditative puzzle game. Well, except for The Frantic, that's not really very meditative. 

Features:
- Three game play modes; The Calm, The Frantic & The Tactical
- Online leader boards for all three modes.
- Four color themes to choose from.
- The same music and sound effects you loved in the Playdate version.
- Again: No in app purchases, no ads, no tracking.

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"This sequel is as fun as the first game! Shift II adds a twist to the original, with more shapes to match and more modes. Our favorite new mode is The Tactical, where you must maintain your streak to keep playing!" -- Panic Staff Pick

## Key features

- Three gameplay modes (Calm, Frantic, Tactical)
- Online leaderboards
- Tile upgrading and downgrading
- Streak management
- Timed challenges
- Color themes

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shift-ii/id6479950685/reviews.md

### 5/5 — My new chill out game

*2024-04-30*

Love the vibe and simplicity of this game. Feels nice just to toy with. My favourite fidget toy.

## Frequently asked questions about Shift II

### What is Shift II?

Shift II is a puzzle game for iPhone, featuring three distinct gameplay modes: The Calm, The Tactical, and The Frantic. It involves managing energy, maintaining streaks, and beating a timer to achieve high scores.

### How much does Shift II cost?

Shift II is a paid app, priced at $4.99. There are no in-app purchases or ads, offering a complete experience upon purchase.

### Does Shift II have ads?

No, Shift II does not contain any advertisements. The developer explicitly states 'No ads' and 'no tracking' for a pure gaming experience.

### Can I play Shift II offline?

The description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, the inclusion of online leaderboards suggests an internet connection may be required for full functionality.

### What are the different game modes in Shift II?

Shift II offers three modes: The Calm for energy management, The Tactical for streak maintenance, and The Frantic for a 30-second countdown challenge.

### Is Shift II suitable for children?

Shift II has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players. The gameplay involves strategy and quick thinking.

### How often is Shift II updated?

Shift II was last updated on April 15, 2024, with version 1.0.2. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support from the developer.

### What makes Shift II different from its predecessor?

Shift II builds upon the original game by introducing new mechanics, strategies, and ways to play, including the three distinct game modes and tile upgrades.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2024-04-15

Addresses an exceedingly trivial UI defect.

### 1.0.1 — 2024-04-07

Fixes
- Fixes an issue where the local player's score was not displayed at the bottom of the top 10 if they are not in the top 10
- Star button on credits view now invokes the correct view in the app store

Updates
- Dialogs can now be dismissed by tapping anywhere outside of them.
- Player name in leader boards now displayed as “YOU!”

### 1.0.0 — 2024-04-04

No release notes.

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## Related topics

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