The Ultimate Puzzle Game Thread

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    #1 Mew2468, Nov 15, 2009
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    This thread is for fellow TouchArcade members to discuss puzzle games.

    What exactly is a puzzle game?
    In my opinion, a puzzle game is a game which requires logic and thinking (but not strategy) to play. Puzzle games typically require the player to manipulate a set of objects. They contain multiple levels and each level has a winning solution which is determined by a set of rules. No match-3 games please, unless the puzzle factor is overwhelming.



    Old threads for reference (oldest to newer):
    http://forums.toucharcade.com/showthread.php?t=21007
     
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    My Personal Recommendations and Favorites

    My Personal Recommendations and Favorites
    These are puzzle games which I personally recommend. In my opinion, these are absolute must-haves.

    [​IMG] [​IMG] PathPix [Lite] | PathPix Pro by Kris Pixton

    PathPix is an amazing logic game where you have to draw paths between different colored numbers. Each path must connect 2 different numbers of the same color, and the length of the path must be equal to the numbers of the endpoints. If a puzzle is complete, the paths will occupy the entire grid. Upon completing a puzzle, the game displays a quote related to the picture that you just made with the paths.

    PathPix Pro is the sequel to PathPix. It includes alternate puzzle modes such as "White Space" and "Two Colors".

    PathPix contains over 150 puzzles, and PathPix Pro contains 300 puzzles.


    [​IMG] TanZen [Lite] by Little White Bear Studios

    TanZen is, bar none, the best Tangram game for the iPhone and iPod Touch platform. The rules of Tangram are simple - manipulate different tiles so that they form a shape. Intuitive controls and great graphics make TanZen a puzzle game gem that shouldn't be missed by anyone.

    TanZen currently contains over 380 puzzles, and that number is constantly growing through frequent updates.


    [​IMG] [​IMG] Zentomino [Lite] | Pentanimals [Lite] by Little White Bear Studios

    Zentomino (and it's sibling, Pentanimals) are, simply put, Pentomino perfection. Both games are relatively the same, but Pentanimals replaces the Zen theme of Zentomino with a cute animal theme that appeals to children. Pentanimals also provides more hints than are allowed in Zentomino.

    Zentomino currently contains over 200 puzzles and Pentanimals currently contains over 70 puzzles. Puzzles are constantly added in frequent updates by the developer, Little White Bear Studios.


    [​IMG] Subway Shuffle [Lite] by Aubrey's Puzzles

    Subway Shuffle is a very polished puzzle game. The goal of the same is to bring the main red subway train to it's station. There are other trains on the network of tracks that will block your way. Each train can only move on a track of it's color.

    Subway Shuffle currently contains 100 levels.


    [​IMG] Fling! by CandyCane

    Fling! is a cute puzzle game in which you have to bump furballs into each other to leave only 1 remaining. Furballs can only roll straight (vertically and horizontally) and you cannot roll them straight off the screen. Also, you cannot roll adjacent furballs into each other.

    There are over 10,000 unique puzzles guaranteeing you will never run into the same puzzle twice.


    [​IMG] Arctopia: A Puzzle Game [Lite] by Alexander Williams

    In Arctopia, you play a penguin trying to extinguish every flame on the level using ice and iron blocks. You can only move left and right (but you can hop up steps that are 1 level above you) and use the snowflake button. The snowflake button will affect the square 1 tile down and 1 tile away from you (depending which way you're facing). If there is ice in that square, the ice disappears. If there is nothing in that square, a block of ice forms. Ice will stick together, and you can only push single-block ice cubes.

    All in all, Arctopia is a great arcade-styled puzzle game that you should pick up.
     
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    User Suggested Puzzle Games
    I realize that a long list of games isn't very helpful, and I've thought about turning every link into an

    Enso•Dot

    Enso•Dot is an elegant logic puzzle that engages both your fingers and intuition. The object is simple–connect the dots …
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    Enso•Dot is an elegant logic puzzle that engages both your fingers and intuition. The object is simple–connect the dots using one continuous loop while following the given pattern. Every puzzle provides an opportunity to develop new approaches and new strategies.

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    NeonTrek [Lite]
    Tetryon
    Buzzzle
    TileStorm
    Strimko
    TheNovice [Lite]
    NineGaps [Lite]
    Phantom Mansion: The Red Chamber [Lite]
    Aztec Quest [Lite]
    Alien Axis
    Drops Clear
    The Inferno [Mini]
    Minim [Lite]
    Arroic [Lite]
    Pathfinder [Lite]
    Toy Mechanic
    Khronologic [Lite]
    13 Moons
    Brukkon
    BLOCKOBAN
    Mr.Poo
    Kaeru Jump
    mondrian
    Zamby [Lite]
    Relix [Lite]
    Puzzle Path
    Rune Trails
    Lost Treasure
    Lines Deluxe - THE ADDICTIVE PUZZLE [Lite]
    Druid Quest
    Numeric Paranoia
    Arkaneum Merchant
    Artilect
    Optia [Lite]
    Ringo
    KenKenKen
    Quozzle Quest [Lite]
    Tasty Way [Lite]
    PenguinZ
    Ice attack!
    Obscurant
    Pebbles
    Block Exit 2
    Squaree
    The Gold Mine [Lite]
    Daughter in the Box
    Project Void
    Block Out
    Arroic [Lite]
    Boulders
    Secret of Lost Pyramid
    Aargon [Lite]
    Cubes 3D Revolution
    Derelict
    MysticalColors [Lite]
    Cogs
    SpinIn [Lite]
    Isaac Newton's Gravity
    Cat Trap
    Berserker [Lite]
    Colorbind [Lite]
    Alice In Wonderland - An Adventure Beyond The Mirror [Lite]
    MazeMouse
    Hexarot
    Space Junk-i [Lite]
    Dungeoned [Lite]
    Nintaii 2 [Lite]
    PUZZLE DEVIL TOUCH! [Lite]
    Twistum [Lite]
    Magnus the Small [Lite]
    Terror Bear
    Adam & Eve Pick Up!Adam & Eve Pick Up Lite!
    PushPixPull [Full] [Episodes 1 & 2] [Episodes 3 & 4] [Episodes 5 & 6] [Episodes 7 & 8]
    Qbism [Lite]
    Neurosis [Lite]
    American McGee's Crooked House
    Looped [Lite]
    Zarik
    Chicks
    CruX™
    Birdie in Trouble [Lite]
    Sudoku HD for iPad
    Puzzle Chess
    KENKEN Pro By Will Shortz
    Blocktagon - 100% Original Puzzler [Lite]
    MatchMore [Lite]
    Ball Boom - Elements [Lite]
    Twistrix
    Swisch [Lite]
    SWAP The Matrix
    Absolute Partition [Lite]
    Pebble Jump [Lite]
    Beargo
    Jewelcart PRO - Casual Puzzle Game
    [Lite]
    Gambol
    100 Leaps
    Pinch
    Sole
    U Connect [Lite]
    Cat Physics
    Marblenauts
    Shape Escape [Lite]
    Germinal [Lite]
    Red Remover
    Frogiz [Lite]
    Kraut Puzzles
    Aqueduct
    Ninja Stealth Missions [Lite]
    Mystic Garden
    ELEMENTS

    iPad Puzzle Games:
    None yet. D:
     
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    You started the thread by quoting what a puzzle game is and then listed your favorites which are NOT puzzle games according to what you originally stated. The games you recommended are exactly what many think of as puzzle games. They are not games in which you move a person to different locations and "solve" puzzles ie. RTMI, Myst, Darkest Fear etc.
     
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    True...it is slightly misleading. I better go reword it.
     
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    Yes, you need to change it to something other than "puzzle games" according to the definition you quoted. The games you are listing are "real" puzzle games not involving a person like Myst, RTMI, etc. :)
     
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    This thread is a continuation of the original thread because Mew ran out of space on the front pages of that original thread to list more games. These are indeed puzzle games as defined. I don't believe most people consider Myst a puzzle game. Myst is a highly intensive graphic adventure game with puzzle elements. Same with the others you listed as well as both Simon the Sorcerers and others. Just because a game has puzzle parts IN it does not classify it as a puzzle game as its FIRST classification.

    This has been a very long standing thread which is all encompassing for a specific type of puzzler.

    Mew's definition was simply NOT to include all the match 3 bejeweled clones, tetris clones etc. It IS a puzzle thread! I think you misunderstood the moving people part. While games like Myst and Simon the Sorcerer command you to guide a person around, Mew's puzzle games must have levels and some of those puzzles such as Toki Tori, Sheeple, and others manipulate people, animals, etc, to get to a goal.
     
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    People, animals, pieces, etc. I think that's where the confusion started.
     
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    Really? Is that why he changed the original definition? People are entitled to an opinion. The way it originally read was completely misguiding. NOW it sounds correct (he completely scraped the original definition). My comment was not meant to put him down it was meant to help the thread. Thus, relax and take a deep breathe. It seems you have a habit of feeling the need to correct people.
     
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    Right - the people and animals, etc are like the pieces of the puzzle.
     
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    And Mew changed it to take out the confusion which is merely what I was trying to do as well. I have watched this thread for a long time so felt I knew what the qualifiers were to be listed. Mew even admitted the way the first one was worded it was confusing. Simple.

    I wasn't trying to correct anyone. Just trying to clear the confusion. I respect all the work Mew does to keep this thread as a resource to those of us who love puzzle games and I try to contribute ones I find whenever I can (if others don't beat me to it!)
     
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    1. Eden

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    Return lost "Fruits of Knowledge" to the garden of EDEN!
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    EDEN is a cute action puzzle game.

    STORY
    To fulfill God's prophecy, EDEN, a mythical creature, has been tasked with finding all the lost "Fruits of Knowledge" and bringing them back to God's garden.

    Guide her by rotating the world using your finger. Protect her from Dangerous Creatures and Killer Plants. Lead her across Warp Gates and through Trap Doors so that she can find her way safely and return to the garden of EDEN!

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    WARNING
    Behind the good looks, is a challenging and serious puzzle that will test your logic and brain stamina. This is not just a mindless game and will require some thinking. Enjoy!
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    TA Discussion Thread here.
     
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    Puzzlings is a hidden gem! There is a lot of depth to it and customization.
     
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    Okay, if you say so. Added.
     
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    ✓ Amazing artwork done by Jirbo's professional graphic designers

    ✓ Score by sending your bumper boats home to the corresponding colored buoys

    ✓ But don't score too fast (if you do, it's okay -- just tap "Undo")

    ✓ You just might need your bumper boat as a blockade to help send a different bumper boat home first!

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    Cool, added Bumper Boats. You know you can embed the description in the [/plain]
     

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