Puzzle (296 programs)
- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Truly fun. Good graphics. Nice background music. Not overwhelmingly busy for a free game.CONS: Absence of “power moves” can be annoying. Game shuffling happens a bit too frequently. Game name mismatches. Free advancements are limited.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
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.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- German
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Fun and gripping. Multiple levels. Good music and sound effects. Nice graphics.CONS: Instructions could be difficult to follow. Demo version is short-lived. Could be too long for some. Not a lot of strategizing involved.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
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.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Includes 100 levels to complete. Up to 4 different coloured pipes per level for added challenge. Varied level designs and graphics keep things fresh. Well paced difficulty curve.CONS: Little variation in gameplay. Users report overheating issues with app. No replay value. Graphics are serviceable but uninteresting and have little flair.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: The graphics are attractive. Offers a range of locations to explore. Appropriate for all ages. Gameplay is easy to grasp.CONS: Storyline is fairly slight. The character dialogue is not voiced. Very similar to many other hidden object games. Puzzles can get repetitive.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Over 1,000 levels to play. Simple, easy to pick up game. Perfect game for quick short bursts. Difficulty scales with level to maintain challenge.CONS: Gameplay is incredibly simple. Repetitive gameplay. Little to distinguish 1,000 levels apart. Background music is short sample poorly cut and infinitely looped.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Beautiful HD graphics create a memorable in-game atmosphere. Excellent complementary sound design. Map shows screens you've visited, preventing you from becoming disoriented. Plenty of puzzles and items to find.CONS: High price tag for such a simple game. Frustrating option to purchase fast travel (i.e. quick walking) and hints mean you can buy your way to completion. Low age rating is concerning, considering ease of in-app purchases. Requires 1024x768 minimum screen resolution.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Great artwork. Hilarious, engaging storyline. Neither too hard nor too easy. Good character interaction.CONS: Expensive. Large file size. No labels for objects. Quite short.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
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.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Choose from 3 difficulty settings. Faithful recreation of classic puzzle. Track time and moves taken to challenge yourself. Autosaves every move for quick pick up/put down.CONS: Controls are fiddly. Competitor apps available for free. Very little content. Graphics are plain and lifeless.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Fun to play. Game center integration. Energy saving system. Graphics acceleration.CONS: Doesn’t indicate the number of differences between pictures. Has a finite number of picture sets. No indication on the number of misses. No proper help button.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Has plenty of puzzles to solve. Engaging storyline. Atmospheric graphics. Gameplay is easy to pick up.CONS: Subject matter may be unsuitable for younger players. Very similar to many other hidden object titles. Certain puzzles are repetitive. Lacks replay value.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Appropriate for all ages. Graphics are appealing. A range of imaginative characters. Captures the mood of Christmas.CONS: Of limited appeal outside of Christmastime. Very similar to many other hidden object titles. Lacks replay value. Puzzles can be repetitive.- License
- Paid Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Appealing graphics and locations. Easy-to-use interface. Help guide provides useful tips. Evocative soundtrack.CONS: Lack of real challenge in puzzles. Simplistic supporting characters. Vague, unhelpful task list. Simple story lacks detail or complication.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Fascinating locations. Multiple mini games. Interesting puzzles. Good storyline.CONS: Gets stuck at times. Full-screen adverts in the free version. Not updated frequently enough. Requires a 64-bit computer.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: A massive number of levels can be explored. Puzzles and quizzes accompany the hidden objects. Very impressive graphics. Colorful characters to encounter.CONS: Some state that there is too much dialogue. Users are constantly asked to write reviews. No zoom function is offered. Users are not provided with clues during more difficult levels.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Classic gameplay, combining strategy and fun. Includes three different difficulty levels. New visuals and themes for an updated appearance. Keeps track of a variety of player statistics.CONS: No major innovations or additions to gameplay. Occasional issues with the placement of flags. Frequent feedback requests interrupt flow. Score system makes it difficult to track progress.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- English
- Platform
- mac
PROS: A perfect game for all ages and skill levels. Excellent to enhance pattern recognition. Very little memory is required. Simple to learn and highly addictive.CONS: Pieces might not realign if the window is minimized. Could be slightly repetitive over time. Some older systems could encounter playback issues. There is no multiplayer option to select.- License
- Free Download
- Language
- German
- Platform
- mac
PROS: Over 190 levels. Offers three types of match-3 puzzle. Includes jigsaw puzzle game. Storyline adds cute twist.CONS: Despite the title, is not a dress-up game. Very similar to many other match-3 puzzles. Graphics can be inconsistent. Gameplay can be repetetive.
