# A Long Year of Riddles

> A puzzle game with hundreds of daily riddles and a point-based hint system. (iPhone/iPad app by Pyrosphere, Lda.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-long-year-of-riddles/id694035798 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pyrosphere, Lda](https://appshunter.io/developer/386458929)
- Category: Games, Education
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2013-10-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-long-year-of-riddles/id694035798/reviews.md

## What is A Long Year of Riddles?

A Long Year of Riddles is the third game in the series, after A Year of Riddles and Another Year of Riddles, with hundreds of classic riddles to solve!

+ 367 riddles - including one for February 30th!
+ Longer solutions - now up to 10 characters
+ Intuitive interface - tap or drag letters to write the solution
+ Hint system based on points
+ Clean and minimalist design
+ Game Center achievements

This game has one riddle for each day of the year - and then one more! All of them are accessible right away, for you to play at your own rhythm.

Write the solution from the 15 letters available. As soon as the correct solution is entered, the riddle is solved.

If you get stuck, the hint system will help you. Get the first letter of the solution (1 point); the last letter (2 points); the number of letters (3 points); and after these the solution (4 points). You start with 40 points, get 2 more for every riddle solved, and you can also purchase more points.

Solve every riddle in A Long Year of Riddles!

## Key features

- Hundreds of classic riddles
- One riddle per day
- Intuitive tap or drag interface
- Solutions up to 10 characters
- Point-based hint system
- Game Center achievements

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-long-year-of-riddles/id694035798/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Riddles didn't make since

*2017-03-01, version 1.5.0*

A lot of misspelled words. Riddles didn't go with answers.

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2014-11-29, version 1.4.0*

Love it!

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2014-08-09, version 1.0.0*

I really enjoyed solving these riddles. Please make another one!

### 5/5 — love. this. app.

*2013-11-07, version 1.0.0*

If you're looking for a way to stretch your mind and broaden the way you problem-solve, look no further.  This app, like the other two before it, uses riddles to exercise your brain.  One riddle each day for the entire year--quick, thought-provoking & FUN!

## Frequently asked questions about A Long Year of Riddles

### How many riddles are in A Long Year of Riddles?

A Long Year of Riddles features 367 riddles, including a special one for February 30th. All riddles are accessible immediately upon download.

### What is the price of A Long Year of Riddles?

A Long Year of Riddles is a paid app, costing $1.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all riddles and features.

### Does A Long Year of Riddles support offline play?

Yes, A Long Year of Riddles can be played offline. All riddles are available from the start, allowing you to solve them at your own pace without an internet connection.

### How does the hint system in A Long Year of Riddles work?

The hint system in A Long Year of Riddles uses points. You can reveal the first letter (1 point), the last letter (2 points), the number of letters (3 points), or the full solution (4 points). You start with 40 points and earn 2 more for each riddle solved.

### What devices is A Long Year of Riddles available on?

A Long Year of Riddles is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is A Long Year of Riddles updated?

The latest version of A Long Year of Riddles was released on November 10, 2017. While it has not been updated recently, the game offers a complete experience with all riddles accessible.

### What is the age rating for A Long Year of Riddles?

A Long Year of Riddles has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged 4 and older, featuring content generally considered appropriate for this age group.

### Can I purchase more points in A Long Year of Riddles?

Yes, you can purchase more points within A Long Year of Riddles if you run out. This allows you to continue using the hint system to solve challenging riddles.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 2.0.0 — 2017-11-10

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Larger text and better formatting make riddles easier to read
- Solution and all hints are now visible after solving a riddle
- Links to other games in the 'Year of Riddles' series
- Fixed crashes and other stability issues

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