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title: "Shift Shaft - Reviews, Revenue and Downloads in United States | Apple App Store"
description: "“What really blew my mind with Shift Shaft and the main thing that makes it feel unlike any other game out there is your ability to rotate the entire board at will. It sounds simple but this changes e"
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# Shift Shaft — United States
> Match 3 with a twist

![Shift Shaft App Icon](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple116/v4/29/2f/d0/292fd04a-5cbc-d232-ed09-9bb06695a8fc/AppIcon-1x_U007emarketing-0-7-0-sRGB-85-220.png/434x0w.png)

**Developer:** [William Katz](https://apptail.io/developer/william-katz-qvdc)
**Category:** Games
**Rating:** 4.9/5 (140 ratings)
**Price:** Free
**Bundle ID:** com.williamKatz.DroppedDown
**Store:** Apple App Store
**Country:** United States
**Version:** 0.8.4 (released 2023-04-03)
**Original Release:** 2022-02-27
**Languages:** English

**App Store Link:** [Download on Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/app/id1387207777)
**AppTail Page:** [https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/united-states](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/united-states)

## Shift Shaft Description
“What really blew my mind with Shift Shaft and the main thing that makes it feel unlike any other game out there is your ability to rotate the entire board at will. It sounds simple but this changes everything… This is truly a thinking person’s matching game.” 
- Jared Nelson, TouchArcade.com

A match & rotate puzzle
Manipulate your player and the board by rotating it and clearing groups of 3 or more rocks.

Build up your player
Collect and spend gems to upgrade your stats and unlock over 30 different items during each run.
 
Explore the underground world
Go up against 5 unique enemies and the gem-eating spider to uncover the world beneath the mines.

No ads & no in-app purchases
Play for as long you'd like with no ads or pay walls.

## Shift Shaft Screenshots
- [Screenshot 1](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple116/v4/e5/68/46/e5684628-ec49-8592-10fc-6c78b7178f84/5961beae-688d-4ada-b0f7-e6529083cab0_iPhone_11_Pro_Max-01MatchThree_framed.png/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 2](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple126/v4/d9/11/c4/d911c443-622a-c33b-813c-e79c64c79e46/0a7feb09-4f1d-4a63-8870-7547d0607ba6_iPhone_11_Pro_Max-02Rotate_framed.png/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 3](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple126/v4/a2/29/ea/a229ea3d-fc6a-fcf5-b8f9-b3d075cc28e3/4875aaf1-9ab8-4d1c-96e9-46cdb1e68bd1_iPhone_11_Pro_Max-03Powerup_framed.png/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 4](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple116/v4/b4/1e/e4/b41ee469-0189-3764-526f-2a2eb2c2a494/dfbfb7d3-d408-46ef-8dee-f67c8c76c065_iPhone_11_Pro_Max-04Upgrade_framed.png/1242x2688.png)
- [Screenshot 5](https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Purple116/v4/00/7e/f4/007ef4ea-6cda-e77c-e335-6546e85d7abe/34c7ceeb-0851-4a9a-9ed7-f4fe9ecee0aa_iPhone_11_Pro_Max-05Crush_framed.png/1242x2688.png)

## Shift Shaft Rating Breakdown in United States
- 5 stars: 133 (95%)
- 4 stars: 5 (4%)
- 3 stars: 2 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 stars: 0 (0%)

## Shift Shaft Reviews in United States

### ***** "Nice"
11/10
-- bombdopecray, 2022-11-27

### ***** "What a gift from my son"
Never played video games before.  but this creation from my son, gets me. Love this game. Thanks Billy.
-- lola cel, 2022-06-12

### ***** "Hooked!!"
I never play phones games but wow I’m hooked on this game. It’s easy enough to get into it for a newb like me but strategic enough to really keep you invested. And all upgrades are earned through playing the game itself! So fun.
-- hdizzle02, 2022-06-09

### ***** "Love it so much."
This game has vibe. Fun to progress. Cool art and sounds. Shifting the board changes the game in really nice ways. Lots of strategies keep things interesting.
-- Sebastian_blu, 2022-05-10

### ****- "Great! Plz add mid-run save if app quit"
Everything about this game is awesome, from the great design, good tutorial, clever concept (that no one has ever done before), to fair monetizing with no ads or IAP. I applaud the developer for this. The game is also good on storage and battery. I also appreciate the no data collection. 

I only docked one star because if you close the app mid-run it doesn’t save. I know it’ll save if you keep it open in the background, but some of us have to turn our phones off, or we only have a few minutes here and there to play, so not saving at any given moment makes me play less because I’m afraid I won’t be able to finish. I hope you can add at least a menu option to save before quitting. I’ll play a lot more often if you can do that.

Great game overall, though, and I do recommend it!
-- WRS15743, 2022-05-08

### ***** "Obsessed!"
Love a match game and this one has some extra fun aspects to it. Really love it!
-- pj_21, 2022-04-18

### ***** "Super fun game"
This is my favorite phone game hands down! It’s well designed, the graphics are dope, and the mechanics are well explained and intuitive. Well done making this game! Everyone should try it!
-- zho_324, 2022-04-13

### ***** "Love it!"
Very challenging. Love the puzzle-ness. Stays new as you unlock new tools/possibilities. Slightly obsessed.
-- Newbbbbbbbbbbb, 2022-04-13

### ***** "Great Game!"
Great game, great dev. He’s been listening to feedback and improving on this already addictive puzzle/strategy/roguelite rpg.
-- AnotherkellydwN, 2022-04-08

### ***** "A fun alternative to bejeweled"
The shift mechanic is really a clever way of offering players a strategic way of interacting with the core objective!
-- RamenIncarnate, 2022-04-06

### ***** "Fun game that makes you think!"
I really enjoy match-three games but haven’t played one with a rotating board! The concept and monsters added to it makes it a challenging and fun way to pass time. What a fun game :)
-- emuhleecee, 2022-04-06

### ***** "More gems!!"
Unique game rogue-like play mechanic. The rotating is really unique. First few levels feel like candy crush remix and then the puzzle play kicks in. Building the players base stats by collecting gems gives each run a purpose, even if I didn’t make it to the boss level. Have unlocked most items at this point and still cant put it down.
-- Crot3000, 2022-03-31

### ***** "Great game!"
This is my new favorite game. Major plus that I don’t need an internet signal to play.
-- igb2104, 2022-03-28

### ***** "Unlike anything I’ve played!"
This game is a must have for puzzle lovers! I love being able to rotate the screen to add a new exciting element to the experience. Love you Kuya Billy!
-- DaniLuvsCorgis, 2022-03-21

### ***** "Fun and Unique Concept!"
The rotating of the screen was a really fresh and unique concept. It made each level so fun to play. I was hooked from the beginning.
-- mojojojoee, 2022-03-21

### ***** "Super love this game!"
From my AppRaven review-

This is a pretty cool match game! I’ve not played one with a rotating board mechanic like this, and it definitely makes you think a little more than your standard match three game. It does have roguelite progression, so you’re expected to die to be able to progress further. If that’s not something you’re into, you might still find some interest in the rotating board mechanic. 

Your main goal is to make it to the mine shaft to descend another level. In each level, you have goals to reach to unblock the mine shaft. These include killing enemies, collecting a certain amount of the colored rocks, among other goals. You use the rotating board to help you make your way towards or away from enemies, rewards, power ups, and the mine shaft. The board rotates by sliding either left or right on a hieroglyphic bar at the bottom of the board, and you have to keep in mind what’s around you as you rotate. 

Once you die, you respawn back at the main menu to use gems you collected to power up before your next run. 

All in all, I’m pretty impressed and really enjoy the graphics, too. I’m stoked to see what the future may hold for this game. It’s got potential, for sure.
-- RaevynReaper, 2022-03-20

### ***** "Megadope"
The first app I’ve ever paid for, the first game I’ve downloaded since flappy bird, and I only stopped playing long enough to write this review.
-- fernge3, 2022-03-19

### ***** "Butts Bats and Breaking Rocks"
This game is tough and fun. Great for scavenger hunts. Five Stars.
-- SamHarkness, 2022-03-19

### ***** "Cool twist!"
The best part of this game is that you can rotate the board! The first time I did it blew my mind! So fun, highly recommend to any puzzle lovers
-- Jdndkekckfnid, 2022-03-19

### ***** "So fun!"
Would recommend for everyone! ☺️
-- shift shafter obsessed, 2022-03-19

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## Shift Shaft Available In
- [United States](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/united-states)
- [Germany](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/germany)
- [Canada](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/canada)
- [United Kingdom](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/united-kingdom)
- [Netherlands](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/netherlands)
- [France](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/france)
- [Portugal](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/portugal)
- [Indonesia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/indonesia)
- [Denmark](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/denmark)
- [Japan](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/japan)
- [South Korea](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/south-korea)
- [New Zealand](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/new-zealand)
- [Switzerland](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/switzerland)
- [Romania](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/romania)
- [Russia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/russia)
- [Lebanon](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/lebanon)
- [Australia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/australia)
- [Austria](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/austria)
- [Hong Kong SAR China](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/hong-kong)
- [Hungary](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/hungary)
- [Ireland](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/ireland)
- [Israel](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/israel)
- [India](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/india)
- [Italy](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/italy)
- [Kuwait](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/kuwait)
- [Kazakhstan](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/kazakhstan)
- [Sri Lanka](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/sri-lanka)
- [Lithuania](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/lithuania)
- [Latvia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/latvia)
- [Malta](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/malta)
- [Mexico](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/mexico)
- [Malaysia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/malaysia)
- [Nigeria](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/nigeria)
- [Norway](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/norway)
- [Peru](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/peru)
- [Philippines](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/philippines)
- [Poland](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/poland)
- [Saudi Arabia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/saudi-arabia)
- [Sweden](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/sweden)
- [Singapore](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/singapore)
- [Slovenia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/slovenia)
- [Slovakia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/slovakia)
- [Thailand](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/thailand)
- [Türkiye](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/turkey)
- [Taiwan](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/taiwan)
- [Ukraine](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/ukraine)
- [Vietnam](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/vietnam)
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- [Czechia](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/czechia)
- [Dominican Republic](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/dominican-republic)
- [Algeria](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/algeria)
- [Ecuador](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/ecuador)
- [Egypt](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/egypt)
- [Spain](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/spain)
- [Finland](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/finland)
- [Greece](https://apptail.io/app/shift-shaft-qhvc/greece)

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