# Gunspell - Match 3 Puzzle RPG

> Match-3 RPG adventure: guns, magic, and otherworldly monsters

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.akpublish.Gunspell](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.akpublish.Gunspell)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.akpublish.Gunspell`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** AKPublish pty ltd
- **Category:** GAME\_ROLE\_PLAYING
- **Downloads:** 3,918,275
- **Rating:** 4.44 / 5 (100,935 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.7.985
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2014-04-12
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 177 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.akpublish.Gunspell)
- **Website:** [https://www.akpublish.com/](https://www.akpublish.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://akpublish.com/privacy\_policy.html](http://akpublish.com/privacy_policy.html)

## Description

Gunspell is a unique Match-3 puzzle RPG that combines strategic gem matching with compelling role-playing elements. Players join a powerful Order tasked with protecting their dimension from otherworldly monsters by blending guns and magic in dynamic battles.

Explore multiple strange new worlds, face hordes of enemies, and upgrade your weapons and spells to build powerful combos. This story-driven adventure offers immersive gameplay with awesome graphics and tons of items and spells to discover. Enjoy Gunspell offline, with options for in-game purchases and premium upgrades. Recognized with a DevGAMM Award and frequently featured by Google, Gunspell delivers one of the best RPG and Match-3 game blends available.

## Rankings

- #28,879 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_CAPTURE`
- `android.permission.DETECT_SCREEN_RECORDING`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.akpublish.Gunspell.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.akpublish.Gunspell.notificationplugin.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Gunspell is widely praised for its engaging blend of match-3 puzzle mechanics with RPG progression, offering an addictive and nostalgic experience. However, many reviews highlight recurring problems: heavy monetization, grindy currency systems, and pay-to-win concerns; intrusive ads that disrupt play; frequent progression bugs and data-loss issues; and occasional balance complaints. Despite these issues, players admire the core concept and the devs’ responsiveness, expecting further updates that address balance, stability, and monetization. Overall, a strong but imperfect title with room for improvement.

### Pros

- Engaging and addictive match-3 RPG gameplay blending puzzle and RPG mechanics.
- Overall enjoyable and well-received; many players call it a good/excellent game.
- Nostalgic old-school vibe combined with fresh, engaging gameplay.
- Accessible and easy to pick up due to approachable puzzle mechanics.

### Cons

- Paywalls and grindy progression with currency scarcity and gear/repair costs leading to frustration.
- Intrusive ads and ad mechanics that disrupt play (redirects and repair issues).
- Progression bugs and glitches, including lost world portals, progress blockers, and game lockups.
- Data/login issues leading to loss of progress (e.g., Facebook login progress).
- Perceived balance issues and occasional unfairness tied to monetization and gear progression (pay-to-win feel).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.akpublish.Gunspell)