# the NIGHT SHIFT — Swat some bugs for supper.

> Action game where players hunt giant radioactive bugs for survival. (iPhone/iPad app by Trevor Ryan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-night-shift/id1275855382 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trevor Ryan](https://appshunter.io/developer/419998114)
- Category: Games, Action, Casual
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 90 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-08-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-night-shift/id1275855382/reviews.md

## What is the NIGHT SHIFT?

There was some Nuclear Event a few years ago. Now crops fail to grow, except for giant, radioactive berries. Oh, and bugs are huge now too.

That's where the Hunters come in. Set bait to lure the bugs close enough, and then shoot them out of the sky. 

Survive the relentless waves of bugs for as many nights as you can.

## Key features

- Bug hunting gameplay
- Wave-based survival
- Bait setting mechanics
- Shooting action
- Post-apocalyptic setting

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-night-shift/id1275855382/reviews.md

### 5/5 — ❤️🔥🪲

*2024-04-28*

I grew up on this game. I was finally able to find it again. It takes me back so much. This is so underrated, whoever created this, my heart goes out to you, I love this game so much.🪲

## Frequently asked questions about the NIGHT SHIFT

### What is the main goal in the NIGHT SHIFT?

The main goal in the NIGHT SHIFT is to survive as many nights as possible by shooting down relentless waves of giant, radioactive bugs.

### How do players attract bugs in the NIGHT SHIFT?

Players attract bugs by setting bait. Once the bugs are close enough, they can be shot out of the sky.

### What is the setting of the NIGHT SHIFT?

The game is set in a post-nuclear event world where crops have failed, and bugs have grown to giant, radioactive sizes.

### Does the NIGHT SHIFT have multiplayer?

The provided information does not mention multiplayer functionality for the NIGHT SHIFT. It appears to be a single-player survival experience.

### Can I play the NIGHT SHIFT offline?

The description does not specify if the NIGHT SHIFT requires an internet connection. However, most survival games of this nature can be played offline.

### What devices can I play the NIGHT SHIFT on?

The NIGHT SHIFT is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is the NIGHT SHIFT updated?

The NIGHT SHIFT was last updated on August 29, 2017, with version 1.0.0. There have been no subsequent updates mentioned.

### Does the NIGHT SHIFT have ads?

No, the NIGHT SHIFT does not contain advertisements.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.0 — 2017-08-29

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

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All apps by Trevor Ryan: https://appshunter.io/developer/419998114

## Related topics

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