Puzzle (296 programs)
- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Solving a crime before it happens provides an interesting twist. Bonus puzzles provide extra value. Fun carnival theme. Atmospheric graphics and sound.CONS: Hidden objects sometimes unclear. Unhelpful hint circle mechanic. Not much gameplay innovation. Limited replay value.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Spooky, atmospheric graphics. Simple, easy-to-use interface. Accessible, low-difficulty puzzles. Appropriately haunting soundtrack.CONS: Frequent backtracking is frustrating. Simple, predictable storyline. Hint system is buggy. Plot items respawn in puzzles.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: The strategy is very simple. Users can listen to their own music playlists. No prior experience is needed. Scores can be posted online.CONS: 38.1 megabytes of free space is needed. Gameplay can become repetitive. No special gem combinations are offered. Users are not provided with a practice mode.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Charming fairy tale art style. Simple gameplay. Different locations add variety. Enjoyable, atmospheric soundtrack.CONS: Limited gameplay innovation. Inability to match while tiles are falling slows play. Limited moves can be frustrating. Needs more detailed tutorial.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Easy controls. Share across social media. Three different games modes. Mobile and desktop versions.CONS: Music is difficult to shut off. Low difficulty level. Only has 16 levels. Can’t be played in fullscreen.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: New twist on a classic game. Adjustable speed and difficulty levels. Can be played on most mobile/computing devices. The app features a simple to use interface.CONS: No ability to add your name to high-score records. Limited ability to add sound to the game. Full-screen mode is not always available. The application requires a little more refinement.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Simple controls. Over 300 levels. New complications at higher levels. Excellent replay value.CONS: Unsightly white background. No option to enlarge. Difficult time limits at high levels. Intrusive soundtrack.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Charming, cartoonish design. Tutorial gradually explains system over early levels. 1,000 levels provide plenty of play over time. Challenging but not impossible higher levels.CONS: Not exactly original in theme or gameplay. Saving progress requires social media connection. Match gameplay can get repetitive. Lackluster soundtrack.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Gorgeous backgrounds. Gameplay easy to understand. Good for casual play. Appropriate for all ages.CONS: Storyline is basic. Lacks replay value. Navigating the map can be long-winded. Character animation is unpolished.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Stunning artwork. Amazing animations. Logical hidden object puzzles. Hints system.CONS: Plot rather thin. Many puzzles are too easy. Gameplay slightly repetitive. Gameplay chronology is confusing.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Atmospheric soundtrack. Good mixture of puzzle and minigame types. Characterful voice acting. Vivid, even unsettling graphics.CONS: Linear narrative structure. Lack of difficulty in many puzzles. Derivative puzzle designs. Jarring transition from first scene to rest of game.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Easy to play. Kids would love it. Smooth gameplay. Graphics are good enough.CONS: No music mute button. Screen cannot be enlarged. Not for adults. Progresses cannot be saved.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Well-drawn locations. Well-hidden objects. Free trial levels. Good soundtrack.CONS: Has its share of flaws. Trash is hard to recycle. Puzzles are a bit too simple. Skippable puzzles.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Sumptuous graphics. Engaging story. Good range of puzzles. Inventive game mechanics.CONS: Voice acting is of variable quality. Has fewer features than the Collector's Edition. Not a particularly fast-paced game. Some puzzles can be frustrating.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Fun combination of genres. Impressive graphics and animation. Developed story with multiple endings. Varied puzzle types.CONS: Repetitive soundtrack. Limited replay value. Overly generous hint system. Short playing time.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Easy to play. Lightweight and fun. More than 400 refresh styles. New pictures of vegetables and fruits.CONS: Functionality issues. May not load well on certain platforms. Needs speedier updates. App support could be better.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Simple to start. Quite challenging. Pleasant music. Hypnotically relaxing.CONS: Can become tedious. Basic graphics. Some marble colors too similar. App sometimes fails to open.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Extremely fun. Easy to play. Can be played for hours together. Lightweight app.CONS: Has workability issues. Graphics could be better. App has not been updated since 2012. Developer could be more responsive.
Fairy Tale Mysteries: The Puppet Thief
- Free
Hunt a kidnapper in Fairy Tale Mysteries: The Puppet Thief
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Eerie atmosphere based on classic fairy tales. Voice acting contributes to immersive feel. Good blend of different gameplay elements. Useful hint system.CONS: Relatively short main campaign. Map layout can be confusing. Some hidden object puzzles feel very simple. Bonus chapter provides little extra content.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Nicely done puzzle. Light on system resources. Interesting obstacles. Restarting levels is instantaneous.CONS: Too basic a presentation. Not a lot of levels. Not much replay value. Graphics could have been better.
