# A Chain Reaction

> Strategy

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id528254256](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id528254256)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id528254256`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kwok Chun Hin
- **Category:** Strategy
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (52 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2016-12-13
- **First published:** 2012-05-30
- **Size:** 58 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-03
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/a-chain-reaction/id528254256)

## Description

A simple but addictive game where you trigger a chain reaction of explosions by touching the screen. Your goal is to meet evolving objectives across six modes, blending quick strategic thinking with arcade action.

Modes: Classic (8 levels), Sudden Death (infinite levels), Perfectionist (single objective), Negative (positive score), Chaos (unpredictable actions), and Dodge (avoid detonating the white dot).

## Rankings

- #172,631 — Overall

## Review summary

A charming, simple, and highly addictive chain-reaction game with appealing visuals and satisfying explosions. Players enjoy its easy learning curve and relaxing vibe, but common drawbacks include intrusive ads, limited levels or variations, occasional crashes on older devices, and repetitive gameplay over time. Fans praise the UI and color themes, and want more content and improvements.

### Pros

- Addictive and highly engaging gameplay.
- Simple and easy to pick up.
- Visually appealing with nice colors and UI.
- Satisfying explosions / chain-reaction effects.
- Relaxing and enjoyable experience.

### Cons

- Ads interrupt gameplay during matches.
- Too few levels / limited variations; players want more content.
- Occasional stability issues (crashes or the app won't open on older devices).
- Gameplay can feel repetitive or lacks depth over time.

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