For all the puzzle heads and highly cognitive gamers, we bring the list of the best challenging mobile puzzle games, in 2022.
Puzzles have always been closely associated with human intellect and as a means of challenging one’s cognitive ability. Since time immemorial people have been fascinated by puzzle solving and creation. From Da Vinci’s Code to Rubik’s cube with time the form and type of puzzles have transgressed a lot.
From low complexity puzzles by Dr. Wood to highly sophisticated niche custom-made puzzle boxes. Digital puzzles have become a new type of satisfying experience for intellectuals.
The Room Series (Android | iOS)
It all started with a box, and slowly unfolded into one of the most intriguing puzzle games in the history of mobile games. The Room has been one of the most challenging mind games of its time. You have to unlock the box and keep unlocking and solving the mysteries of the creator. There is a storyline that progresses as we decipher more of the creator’s hidden clues. The Room has created 4 games in its entire series. With indulging background music and surround sound, there are various clues and tricks hidden in the room that force you to pound your brain for solutions.
Bridge Constructor Portal (Android | iOS)
A mixture of typical bridge construction and the popular puzzle game Portal. The game tries to create a blend of complexity between the two games. It is a surprisingly refreshing take on the genre of bridge construction that shines wonderfully. There is a serious attempt at one of the best mobile puzzle games.
Monuments Valley (Android | iOS)
A Serene and pastel environment, with a beautiful color palette and smooth intuitive features. The game has simple yet mind-boggling puzzles that can have an effect depending on your perspective. You are a character exploring the ancient mystical monuments, and lost in this monument you are trying to unlock your pathway. There are buttons to engage and stairways to move to find the unique solution hidden in the canvas.
Mini Motorways (Android | iOS)
City blustering with vehicles always seems unpleasant but this game has gamified the traffic congestion issue. The game became so popular that Nintendo introduced it on the Switch and its store. The game has simple mechanics that you can learn in 5 minutes but will take a long time to master. There are two modes: Survival and Endless. In the Normal survival mode, it’s a time challenge to manage the car traffic. And in the Endless mode, it is more of a relaxed version of the puzzle where you try to find a symphony in chaos.
Brain it-on (Android | iOS)
This is a game based on kinetic potential and momentum physics. Moreover, the game needs you to use your imagination and find unique solutions. You draw lines to create a pathway for the ball to fall into the cup. The concept is really simple, put the ball in the cup. There will be a limit to the number of lines you can draw and the time under which the feat needs to be completed. There are multiple solutions and you need to slowly work through your way to finding the more optimal solution.
Lumen (iOS)
This is a light-bending puzzle game for mobile devices. Uncover an old story memoir of a girl encrypted via this puzzle box. As you solve the puzzle get to know more about the previous owner of the box. The creator has stored the story of his daughter in this box. The game has a mechanical box with a projector that works with light and you have to bend it accordingly. This game is only available on iOS devices.
Mekorama (Android | iOS)
This game is similar to Monuments Valley and it has a similar genre of puzzles. As a tiny robot, you have to find your way up the tower across obstacles. The game is a blend of 2D and 3D puzzles, the animation and art style are not an exaggeration. This does not mean to challenge the intellect but rather give a taste of satisfaction for solving problems.
Cut the Rope (Android | iOS)
A fun puzzle game by Zepto Labs that has been here for ages. It’s simple yet tricky, all you gotta do is cut the rope and feed the baby alien. There are a lot of utilities in the background, and we have to feed the candy to the alien. The cute alien has become a sensational merch figurine. The game uses gravity, momentum physics, and inertia. Play around to solve the puzzle as you struggle to earn three stars on all levels.
Tiny Room Story: Town Mysteries (Android | iOS)
This is a mystery thriller story puzzle type game where you have to solve the town’s mystery. There are various mini puzzles within the game as the plot intensifies. Each changing scenario, and location has its own unique puzzles.
Unblock Me (Android | iOS)
This is a classic mobile puzzle game yet very nerve-wracking. There are two modes to play, Relax mode and Challenge mode. In Relax mode, there is no restriction on the number of moves u use to clear the level. But in Challenge mode, things are pretty serious as there are limited moves. So you have to clear it within the set number of moves to earn all three stars
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