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Ratings
N/A
Age
9+
Category
Games
Languages
English
Wed Feb 28 2024
Grindstone is a high-stakes puzzle game where you play as Jorj, a stonegrinder who must slice his way through mountains of monsters to reach the peak. The gameplay revolves around drawing lines through enemies of the same color to perform massive combos. The longer the chain, the more powerful the attack. Use 'Grindstones' to switch colors mid-chain and unleash devastating abilities. With hundreds of levels, boss fights, and a deep crafting system for weapons and armor, Grindstone is a masterclass in puzzle-action design.
Dinsun Expert Review
Our Expert Score
Grindstone is quite possibly the best puzzle game on Apple Arcade. It takes the familiar 'match-3' or 'line-drawing' mechanic and turns it into a bloody, strategic, and deeply rewarding combat system. The 'risk vs reward' tension is perfect—every turn you have to decide if you should escape with your loot or try for one more massive combo that might get you killed.
The animation by Capy Games is top-tier; Jorj’s facial expressions and the squelch of the Creeps provide an immensely satisfying feedback loop. It's rare to find a puzzle game with this much personality and depth. Whether you're playing for five minutes or two hours, the progression feels meaningful. It’s a absolute masterclass in game feel and mechanical polish.
Features
Over 250 levels of tactical combat
Unique hand-drawn art style
Daily leaderboards and challenges
Epic boss encounters
Rich crafting and progression system
Tips & Walkthrough
Always aim for a chain of at least 10 enemies. Doing so spawns a 'Grindstone' on the board, which allows you to change colors mid-move, enabling even longer chains of 20 or 30 that are necessary to defeat tougher elites and bosses.
Gameplays
Visit the Inn between runs to craft new gear. The 'Shield' is essential for surviving the higher peaks, while the 'Bow' can help thin out pesky ranged enemies from a distance.
Q&A
Once the exit opens, the monsters become enraged and much more dangerous. Don't get greedy unless you have a clear path to the door!