# Back to Bed

> Surreal isometric puzzle game where you guide a sleepwalker through dream worlds. (iPhone/iPad app by Usman Musaddiq.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-to-bed/id887878083 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Usman Musaddiq](https://appshunter.io/developer/955438690)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 195 App Store ratings · 222 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 344 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-08-28
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-to-bed/id887878083/reviews.md

## What is Back to Bed?

In Back To Bed you will guide Bob, a sleepwalking, unlucky narcoleptic, that has a habit of falling asleep at his boring office job. Take control of Subob, a creature of Bobs subconsciousness. Move apples and fish to guide Bob back to bed. Go through portals, and walk on vertical walls to complete different levels that escalade in difficulty as you progress.
Explore the world of Bobs subconsciousness, which is a hand-drawn artistic dream world, that represents the land of Bobs dreams.
The game includes a nightmare mode for hardcore puzzle solvers - you think you got what it takes?
DOWNLOAD now and help Bob BACK TO BED! But be careful! The eyes are watching you ”scary smiley”


No ads and no in-app purchases. 

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"The lines are blurred between art and game. If you feel like being caught between worlds, this is the game to take the trip with." - Touch Arcade

“Back to Bed manages to simultaneously be predictable and surprising, sleepy and lively, scary and comforting—just like any good piece of Surrealist art.” - Killscreen

“Back to Bed is what happens when you let Dali, Escher, and Magritte develop a game.” - PowerUpGaming.co.uk

“What you see isn’t always what it seems, and the moments that use these ploys are some of the best Back to Bed has to offer. It’s mindbending and an utter delight.” - Twinfinite

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Awards & Nominations: 

- IGF Student Showcase Winner 2013 

- Dutch Game Awards 2012: Guts & Glory Award 

- Unity Awards 2012: Best Student Project - Nominee 

- Nordic Game Indie Night 2012: Finalist 

- Casual Connect Europe 2014: Best Console - Nominee 

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Features: 

• Unique surreal and artistic game universe: A strange but beautiful dream universe that mixes elements from the real world and the world of dreams to create something unique, surreal and sometimes a bit scary. 

• Isometric puzzle levels: Navigate detailed 3D puzzles that defy the laws of physics, wherein the player must manipulate the strange environment to create a safe path Bob and avoid the dangers of the puzzle. 

• Two characters as one: Play as the embodied subconsciousness, in the form of a small guardian creature, trying to save its own sleepwalking body from dangers of the dream world. 

• Picturesque visual style: Discover the feeling of playing in a piece of art set in a digital frame. A visual style inspired by hand-painted techniques, surreal art and impossible shapes. 

• Nightmare mode: Unlock a more challenging version of the game, made for those who truly want to test their puzzle solving skills and enjoy thinking many steps ahead, or who are just too stubborn to give up. 

• MFI Controller Supported

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Keep up with Back to Bed at www.facebook.com/Backtobedthegame 

Privacy Policy: 
Back to Bed sends automated bug reports, device information, gameplay and location data. The information sent does not include personal or private information nor can it be used to reveal the identity of a player. The purpose of the data is to discover bugs and improve the experience of Back to Bed on the most common devices. All information is strictly for internal use and will not be provided to any third party.

## Key features

- Surreal artistic game universe
- Isometric puzzle levels
- Play as subconsciousness guardian
- Picturesque visual style
- Nightmare mode
- MFI Controller Supported

## What do users think of Back to Bed?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful, surreal visuals
- 🧠 Challenging, mind-bending puzzles
- 🎶 Atmospheric, dreamlike soundtrack
- 🔓 No in-app purchases or ads

**Cons**

- 🎮 Unresponsive, frustrating controls
- 🐌 Sluggish performance on some devices
- 🤖 Creepy, unsettling voice narration
- 🔁 Repetitive gameplay with limited variety

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game freezes after completing levels
- Inability to progress past certain levels due to glitches

**Most requested features**

- Improved control schemes with tap-to-move options
- More diverse level design and gameplay mechanics
- Optimization for better performance across devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 222)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/back-to-bed/id887878083/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great Apple TV game with controller

*2025-12-27*

Just recently discovered this game in December 2025...We play on Apple TV with our Xbox controller and love it so far.  Simple concept, modest difficulty. Fun.

### 1/5 — Yeah no.

*2025-09-18, version 1.1.6*

Charge me $3.99 then I gotta watch a long ad to just play. 

Nope. 

Deleting and requesting Refund.

### 1/5 — Joke

*2022-10-01, version 1.1.6*

This is some kind of joke.  I pay for the game and I still have to watch the commercials.

### 1/5 — This is just a vehicle for ads

*2022-08-28*

I paid $3 thinking this would be ad free, or at least have an option for no ads, but no. Every other screen is an ad and it takes 20-30 seconds to get past them. This is a scam, don’t waste your time or money!

### 1/5 — Controls are bad

*2021-07-05, version 1.1.5*

Just purchased, controls are terrible , will try to cancel purchase.

### 2/5 — Not good enough

*2020-07-11, version 1.1.5*

Controls are more than a little unresponsive and the game stops on the end-of-level scene, necessitating a restart.  Forget it, the frustration and annoyance will be the death of you.

### 4/5 — Salvador Dali’s Dream World

*2020-04-06, version 1.1.5*

It is a beautifully designed game about a guy who is a sleepwalker. A part of his alter ego becomes alive, takes form of a green spirit and separated from him trying to save him from falling off rooftops and getting him safely to bed. 

The graphics are stunning! The first chapter I am playing is entirely based on the Salvador Dali’s and Rene Magritte’s paintings - fantastic reference to the world of art and metaphor of a game as an artwork. 

The dream-like scenery of the game is the world beyond gravity and the rules of physics, a place where everything is possible and there are no boundaries.

The downfall for me would be the voice of the narrator who reminds me of Arnold Schwarzenegger and his famous tone from Terminator: “I’ll be back”. 

Controls could also be better. When I need to move and place an object quickly - it does not allow me to drop it or place it with precision. Given that I have also played “Figment” where you have received similar feedback from a number of players - controls are something you need to work on as a company and hopefully release updated versions of your games for players to truly enjoy and appreciate.

### 1/5 — Sounds and controls horrible

*2020-01-11*

I think this has potential but I wish I hadn’t paid for it.  The game is glitchy, keeps stuttering when you play.  The sounds keeps speeding up and slowing down like a bad cassette tape. The dog doesn’t react. Smoothly when you try to move him.  Seems like there is a slight delay in the controls.  Can I have my money back, please?

### 5/5 — ReAly good

*2019-10-18, version 1.1.5*

It’s a good mind bumbler but I’m only on part one

### 5/5 — Fun game, nice art

*2019-03-16*

Unique style which is like a combination of Dali, Magritte, and David Lynch. This game deserves more credit than it gets. Beat the main game and now playing the nightmare mode. Great job devs!

**Developer response:** Thank you ❤️ keep tabs on more games from us at www.bedtime.io

## Frequently asked questions about Back to Bed

### What is Back to Bed about?

Back to Bed is a surreal puzzle game where you control a creature from a sleepwalker's subconsciousness. Your goal is to guide the sleepwalking character, Bob, through a dream world filled with impossible shapes and obstacles, leading him back to his bed.

### What are the key features of Back to Bed?

The game features a unique surreal and artistic dream universe, isometric puzzle levels with physics-defying elements, a picturesque visual style inspired by art, and a challenging 'Nightmare Mode' for hardcore puzzle solvers. It also supports MFI controllers.

### Is Back to Bed free to play?

The application is free to download and play, but it does contain in-app purchases. These purchases may offer additional content or advantages within the game.

### What platforms is Back to Bed available on?

The provided description does not explicitly state the platforms Back to Bed is available on. However, it mentions MFI controller support, which typically indicates compatibility with iOS devices.

### What kind of puzzles can I expect in Back to Bed?

You will encounter isometric puzzle levels that require you to manipulate the environment. These puzzles often defy the laws of physics and involve navigating strange landscapes and avoiding dangers to create a safe path for Bob.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.6 — 2022-01-11

- Minor Bug Fixes

### 1.1.5 — 2018-02-06

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

Game is now updated to support iOS 11

### 1.1.3 — 2015-05-04

After a brief rest, Bob and Subob are now back in the main menu.
Gave Bob a hand at the bed in the first level.

### 1.1.2 — 2015-04-22

Russian, Japanase and Chinese characters now work on iOS 8.2+

### 1.1.0 — 2015-01-07

The following languages are now available in Back to Bed:
- English
- German
- French
- Spanish
- Italian
- Portuguese (Brazilian)
- Russian
- Japanese 
- Chinese (Traditional)
- Chinese (Simplified) 

* Fixed splash screen for wide-screen devices
* Optimized GUI and made minor layout changes
* Minor bug fixes

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