# The Blockheads > 2D sandbox exploration, creation, and survival game with crafting and multiplayer. (iPhone/iPad app by Majic Jungle Software.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-blockheads/id519596406 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Majic Jungle Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/284896688) - Category: Games, Adventure, Simulation - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.40/5 from 9,238 App Store ratings · 570 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 91 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-01-10 - Data updated: 2026-09-03 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-blockheads/id519596406/reviews.md ## What is The Blockheads? "On an iPhone or iPad, the 2-D, side-scrolling block-based sandbox is a winning formula, and The Blockheads is the most well-executed, true-to-Minecraft game I've had the pleasure to experience on iOS." - TouchArcade (5 Stars) "The Blockheads takes the Minecraft experience and shrinks it down in a way that just works on a touchscreen. There are shades of Lemmings here too, and they blend together to make a sweet game about discovery, exploration, and creation." - Pocket Gamer (Gold Award) ***** Night is falling and your blockhead is freezing. You haven't yet made shelter and your campfire has gone out. All you have is a spade, some wood and a few sticks. You have only minutes before exhaustion hits. Do you create a bed, dig a cave or refuel your fire? What will you do? The Blockheads is a huge exploration, creation and survival game where the possibilities are endless! Play offline in single player, or easily create and join online worlds to play with friends and family, or explore thousands of unique worlds created and hosted by other players. Start with almost nothing and explore, craft, build and trade your way to steam trains, electric elevators, and even jet packs, titanium swords and carbon fiber armor. - Explore an infinite number of worlds filled with oceans, caves, deserts, mountains, forests and floating sky islands - Build massive structures with the materials you find - Trade with other players in an ever changing global economy - Battle other blockheads in PVP worlds - Lay rail and create jumps for speedy rail hand cars or create a rail network for easy transport by train - Create an array of solar panels to power your oil refinery, and craft carbon fiber and fuel for your jetpack to explore the skies - With content always being added, The Blockheads is continuously evolving, and there is more to come Warp your first blockhead through the portal and get exploring now in The Blockheads! ## Key features - Infinite world exploration - Extensive crafting system - Multiplayer online worlds - Building and construction - Global economy trading - PVP battles - Advanced technology crafting ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Age Of Time Crystals | $0.99 | one-time | | Epoch Of Time Crystals | $4.99 | one-time | | Era Of Time Crystals | $9.99 | one-time | | Eon Of Time Crystals | $24.99 | one-time | | Double-Time | $2.99 | one-time | | HD Texture Pack | $2.99 | one-time | | 7 Days Server World Credit | $0.99 | one-time | | 30 Days Server World Credit | $2.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of The Blockheads? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Nostalgic and addictive gameplay - 👍 Unique 2D blocky aesthetic - 🚀 Smooth performance even on older devices - 👍 Customizable world settings **Cons** - 🔒 Paid multiplayer servers - 🐛 Bugs and glitches in recent updates - 💡 Lack of new content and updates - 🔒 Monetization through time crystals **Commonly reported bugs** - Servers becoming inaccessible - Worlds randomly changing to custom/expert mode - Inventory items disappearing - Crafting time issues **Most requested features** - Add more animals and pets - Implement creative mode - Introduce space exploration and rockets - Improve multiplayer experience ## Recent user reviews (10 of 570) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-blockheads/id519596406/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Update *2026-08-28, version 1.7.4* You should do a new update ! ### 5/5 — Wen I just opened this app I was like oh no I’m not playing this but then it became the best game *2026-08-23, version 1.7.4* In my whole life ### 5/5 — Been playing since HS *2026-08-20, version 1.7.4* My friend in high school introduced me to this game. We would call and play together. I started playing again because I miss her. Now I play every now and then because it’s a fun game for when I want to play for comfort. ### 5/5 — Please re-open servers! *2026-08-18, version 1.7.4* I used to play this game all the time how can we get the online servers to open up smhhh ### 4/5 — Multiplayer *2026-08-10, version 1.7.4* I wish that multiplayer could be brought back to the game but overall it’s a awesome game ### 5/5 — Please bring this game back *2026-08-08, version 1.7.4* We miss this game so much so many people on TikTok are posting about it I miss the multiplayer option please bring it back please revive the game! You would get sooo many players if you made marketing on TikTok or insta! I am personally even willing to post about it for free!! ### 5/5 — my childhood *2026-08-08, version 1.7.4* how do I even start this? I grew up on this game in 2013-2015. I was only 6-8 years old playing on my older sisters ipad. this game has shaped me in ways I can’t even explain. I remember sneaking the ipad past my bedtime just to play this. the late night builds, getting scared of that tree monster when you’d knock a tree down, this was the first ever game I remember playing with a survival mode. playing blockheads is what introduced me to minecraft. I always loved the soothing music in the back. I remember vividly playing with 2 friends in an online server when they used to be FILLED. It really is like it’s never changed. The second I clicked the “old look” button, it’s like I went back into my childhood. I will rot in the nostalgia of first playing this game, genuinely a 100/10 from me. I wish I could re experience my childhood just for this one. if the creators are still out there, I would suggest advertisement! please don’t ever change anything about this though! I think the fact that it hasn’t changed in over 13 years is amazing to me. 8/7/2026 ### 5/5 — Bring this game back *2026-08-02* Yall gotta bring back cloud servers pleaseeee ### 5/5 — Phenomenal and Nostalgic Game *2026-07-26, version 1.7.4* This game is such an excellent alternative to Minecraft and Terraria, a secret third opponent that fell silent. It’s the most melancholic feeling playing through it: a lost age, with all the good times washing over you. All the best to the creators and any of you who still linger here. Also, drop bears are evil incarnate. ### 1/5 — Wish that add more stuff *2026-07-04, version 1.7.4* I’ve been afraid of this game ever since it came out. But I think Minecraft is better. I wish there was more stuff to do. I wish they could release a giant update with more stuff. ## Frequently asked questions about The Blockheads ### What is The Blockheads? The Blockheads is a 2D, side-scrolling sandbox game focused on exploration, creation, and survival. Players start with minimal resources and must gather materials, craft tools, build shelters, and manage their blockhead's needs to survive and thrive in an infinite world. ### What are the main features of The Blockheads? Key features include exploring procedurally generated infinite worlds, crafting a vast array of items and tools, building massive structures, trading in a global economy, engaging in player-versus-player battles, and progressing to advanced technologies like trains and jetpacks. ### Is The Blockheads free to play? The game is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases. These purchases can enhance the gameplay experience, but the core game is fully accessible without spending money. ### Can I play The Blockheads with friends? Yes, The Blockheads supports both offline single-player and online multiplayer modes. You can easily create or join online worlds to play with friends and family, or explore worlds created by other players. ### What kind of worlds can I explore in The Blockheads? The game features an infinite number of procedurally generated worlds. These worlds contain diverse biomes such as oceans, caves, deserts, mountains, forests, and even floating sky islands, offering a unique environment for every playthrough. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.7.4 — 2019-06-14 1.7.4 is a minor update which fixes an issue where the game would fail to launch if there was no internet connection. ### 1.7.3 — 2019-05-07 1.7.3 addresses an issue that would prevent connections to multiplayer worlds. It also adds better data privacy controls for customers in the EU. ### 1.7.2 — 2018-03-29 1.7.2 is a minor bug fix update, which fixes an issue where some worlds wouldn't load. 1.7 is the biggest update ever! With pets, animal breeding, expert mode, skin customization, pizza ovens, new mobs, rainbow cake, a new D-Pad option for control, free HD textures, gem blocks, wind effects and HD clouds, yak shaving , shark riding, and SO MUCH MORE!!! As well as the large number of big new features there have been many, many little tweaks and fixes to help you get the most from your experience while playing The Blockheads. Don’t forget to give expert mode a go, for a new challenging progression which makes it a whole new game. ### 1.7.1 — 2018-03-24 1.7.1 is a minor bug fix update, which improves server lag, and fixes crashes. 1.7 is the biggest update ever! With pets, animal breeding, expert mode, skin customization, pizza ovens, new mobs, rainbow cake, a new D-Pad option for control, free HD textures, gem blocks, wind effects and HD clouds, yak shaving , shark riding, and SO MUCH MORE!!! As well as the large number of big new features there have been many, many little tweaks and fixes to help you get the most from your experience while playing The Blockheads. Don’t forget to give expert mode a go, for a new challenging progression which makes it a whole new game. ### 1.7 — 2018-03-14 This is the biggest update ever! With pets, animal breeding, expert mode, skin customization, pizza ovens, new mobs, rainbow cake, a new D-Pad option for control, free HD textures, gem blocks, wind effects and HD clouds, yak shaving , shark riding, and SO MUCH MORE!!! As well as the large number of big new features there have been many, many little tweaks and fixes to help you get the most from your experience while playing The Blockheads. Don’t forget to give expert mode a go, for a new challenging progression which makes it a whole new game. 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