Item: 10000000
Rating: 94
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

94/100

10000000 is a brilliant, high-octane genre mashup that I consider one of the most innovative titles in mobile history. It takes the familiar 'match-3' mechanic and uses it as the engine for a dungeon crawler, where your speed at matching tiles directly translates to your hero's survival. As a puzzle-RPG expert, I found the pressure of the 'scrolling' screen to be a stroke of genius—it turns a typically slow puzzle genre into a frantic test of reflexes and tactical prioritization.

The progression loop is incredibly rewarding: you match tiles to gather resources, which you then use to upgrade your dungeon-castle to buy better weapons and spells. The retro pixel art and driving chiptune soundtrack perfectly capture the 'just one more run' spirit of the game. It is a dense, challenging, and endlessly satisfying experience that proves you can build an epic RPG on the foundation of a simple puzzle grid. It is an absolute must-play.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

This is how you do a mobile game. No daily login bonuses, no 'energy' meters, just raw, stressful gameplay. 10000000 is ugly as sin, but the mechanics are so tightly wound that you won't care. It’s fast—sometimes too fast for my 40-year-old thumbs—but the sense of progression is actually meaningful. You aren't just matching gems; you're surviving.

The loop of running, dying, upgrading your room, and running again is perfectly tuned. It’s a bit repetitive toward the end when the grind for that final score kicks in, but it’s the most honest fun I’ve had on a phone in years. It doesn't treat you like a customer; it treats you like a player. If you can handle the lo-fi visuals and the frantic pace, it’s essential.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Addictive and unique gameplay loop
Fair and rewarding progression
Great retro soundtrack

Can feel overwhelming for casual players
Visuals are intentionally very primitive
Late-game grind is a bit long

Technical Report

Performance: Perfect performance; runs on a potato.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a deep, fast-paced puzzle game with real stakes.

Skip if: You prefer slow, relaxing Match-3 games like Bejeweled.

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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 12 hours
Status: Escaped with 10,000,000 points

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

544385071

$2.99 4+★4.9 810 reviews

Author : EightyEight Games LTD

Pubish Date : Wed Jul 25 2012

Last Update Date : Wed Nov 13 2019

Support Languages : English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese

Genres :

Version 1.0.2030Wed Nov 13 2019

v. 1.9.0
- Localisation. Hello World!
- Improved Resolution handling
- Performance enhancements & bug fixing
- View your achievements in game
10000000 is a Dungeon Crawling Puzzle RPG Matching Game. Run the dungeon, match tiles and run for as long as you can
“This game is so good it makes me want to cry” - TouchArcade
- Monsters blocking your way? Match swords and staves to take down pixel art Orcs, Dragons and Elementals
- Can't see a match? Dig into your backpack for items. How about casting a magic spell that changes all the tiles on the puzzle board, or eating some food to give yourself an energy boost.
- Battle getting too tough? Use the loot you found to go back to the Blacksmith and Armorer to upgrade your gear to epic status
“Freedom costs 10 million. I’m half-hoping I never make it” – Kotaku
- It's an RPG too! - Each dungeon and monster fight gives you experience to spend on new skills at at the trainer
- Upgrade your castle - Matching stone and wood lets you bring it back home to upgrade your castle
“It’s damned good.” – Pocket Tactics
- Brew potions to make yourself stronger, or if you are feeling brave, drink potions that make the monsters and chests harder but increase your score.
- Roguelike difficulty - It's hard to reach 10000000 but keep replaying the dungeon and you'll get stronger and stronger every run
- And while you do it, zone out with some retro music and pixel art
Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
10000000 is a Dungeon Crawling Puzzle RPG Matching Game. Run the dungeon, match tiles and run for as long as you can
“This game is so good it makes me want to cry” - TouchArcade
- Monsters blocking your way? Match swords and staves to take down pixel art Orcs, Dragons and Elementals
- Can't see a match? Dig into your backpack for items. How about casting a magic spell that changes all the tiles on the puzzle board, or eating some food to give yourself an energy boost.
- Battle getting too tough? Use the loot you found to go back to the Blacksmith and Armorer to upgrade your gear to epic status
“Freedom costs 10 million. I’m half-hoping I never make it” – Kotaku
- It's an RPG too! - Each dungeon and monster fight gives you experience to spend on new skills at at the trainer
- Upgrade your castle - Matching stone and wood lets you bring it back home to upgrade your castle
“It’s damned good.” – Pocket Tactics
- Brew potions to make yourself stronger, or if you are feeling brave, drink potions that make the monsters and chests harder but increase your score.
- Roguelike difficulty - It's hard to reach 10000000 but keep replaying the dungeon and you'll get stronger and stronger every run
- And while you do it, zone out with some retro music and pixel art

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 with 810 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

10000000 is a fast-paced 'Dungeon Crawling Matching Game' where your quick thinking is your only weapon. As your hero runs through a dangerous dungeon, you must slide tiles to match swords for attack, shields for defense, and keys to unlock chests. Collect gold, wood, and stone to upgrade your castle, hire trainers, and forge powerful equipment. The goal is simple: reach a score of 10,000,000 to earn your freedom. With its unique 'retro' aesthetic and intense, rhythmic gameplay, it’s a puzzle game that feels like an epic adventure.

Features

Unique hybrid of Match-3 and RPG mechanics

Frantic, time-pressure based gameplay

Comprehensive castle rebuilding and upgrade system

Stellar retro pixel art and chiptune OST

Tips

Prioritizing the Grid

If you see a monster approaching, prioritize matching 'Sword' and 'Wand' tiles immediately. If you get stuck behind a chest, scan specifically for 'Key' tiles. Don't worry about resource tiles (Wood/Stone) until you've cleared the immediate threat, or you'll be pushed off the screen!

Promotion Videos

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Gameplays

The Castle Loop

Between dungeon runs, you return to your castle. Spend your wood and stone to repair rooms, which then allow you to spend gold on permanent stat upgrades like 'Critical Hit Chance' or 'Shield Strength'.