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Puzzle (125 programs)

  1. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Nice art style. Interesting story. Fun puzzles. Customise the design of the mansion.
    CONS: The puzzle aspect quickly becomes very difficult. Rewards feel low compared to costs. Limited selection of decoration to choose from. Game designed to encourage in-app purchases.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Challenging for some players. Visually appealing. Simple controls.
    CONS: Later games are too difficult. Music is not conducive.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: 5 tournament rules. Online rankings. Use customized pieces. Smooth gameplay.
    CONS: Pieces not always random enough.
  4. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Regular updates introduce new elements. Can be played entirely for free with patience. Can connect with Facebook friends for bonuses. Daily events encourage replaying.
    CONS: Enforced competition entry during events. Gameplay feels elongated to encourage microtransactions. Some levels seem designed to fail without microtransactions. Unable to pause timed levels.
  5. PROS: Beautiful & detailed background visuals, complimenting picturesque settings. A full 22 different levels and mini-games to play through. Zoom feature gives you more scope to find hidden objects. Intriguing mystery plot to keep you invested.
    CONS: You'll have to buy 'premium' version to get full game experience. Even the premium version is too short. A little shallow compared to some other titles in the genre. Unresolved performance issues on some devices.
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Follows the rules of chess. Play against a well-trained A.I.
    CONS: Less dynamic that playing with a human. Limited to single-player mode only.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Addictive gameplay. 30 levels. More challenging than Bridge Constructor Playground.
    CONS: Unstable at times. Single player only.
  8. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple controls make it easy to get started. Offers players a new puzzle every day. Users' own images can be converted into puzzles. Support for six through to 1,000-piece jigsaws.
    CONS: Pieces can become hidden behind each other. Large puzzles take a while to scramble. Additional puzzles require in-app purchases. Interface occasionally interferes with puzzles.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Clever puzzles. Unique game mechanic. Fun and challenging gameplay.
    CONS: Controls feel sluggish. No way to control jumps.
  10. PROS: Detailed, atmospheric visuals capture the essence of fictional Bitterford. This edition has features that offer further insight into the game. Many hidden object scenes, puzzles and collectables to enjoy. The psychic character Cassandra Williams is played by actress Lea Thompson.
    CONS: Large download size for a free game. Quite difficult if you're not using the walkthrough. Only compatible with the best mobile devices. Forgettable in comparison with better titles in the genre.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Walking simulator with problem-solving elements. Unpredictable gameplay. Clever catch to its main puzzle.
    CONS: Highly variable playthrough length.
  12. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Several different difficulty levels. New collections to unlock. Addictive game play. Share scores.
    CONS: Not much replay value. Comes with a monthly subscription. Rather dull interface. Not much game play variation.
  13. PROS: Engaging story, with a solid cast of characters. Includes hidden object, puzzle and mini-game elements. Graphics and artwork style are impressive. Excellent background music and voice acting.
    CONS: Back-tracking sections can become frustrating. Puzzles may be too easy for experienced HOG players. Occasional issues with some speech animations. A few scenes have not been optimized for HD display.
  14. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  15. PROS: All 25 locations are beautifully drawn and atmospheric. 25 mini-games to enjoy during the adventure. A simple yet interesting story keeps you invested throughout. Extra mini-games and locations can be unlocked.
    CONS: Not much to make it stand out in a crowded genre. Hidden object puzzles may be too simple for players who like challenge. Free version only contains one location; rest of game requires purchase. Story becomes a little bloated with supernatural elements.
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Realistic movements and feel.
    CONS: Middle sections don't move.
  17. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Original concept. Benefits medical research. Easy to play.
    CONS: Not very exciting. Molecules can be frustratingly hard to manipulate.
  18. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple addictive gameplay. Lots of user generated games to choose from. Create your own levels.
    CONS: Takes some time to understand how to play.
  19. PROS: More than 200 levels to enjoy. 14 colourful environments featuring unique gameplay styles. New 'Collapse'-style mode helps differentiate it from similar titles. Kids and parents can easily enjoy it together.
    CONS: Essentially just a prettier version of previous Jewel Quest games. Not much innovation over other titles in the genre. Consistent performance issues can make it difficult to play smoothly. Despite large number of levels, many lack a distinct feel.

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