# Break•the•Code — Guess the secret code

> Logic puzzle game to guess a secret code with hints. (iPhone/iPad app by Nestor Borgo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakthecode/id979015665 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nestor Borgo](https://appshunter.io/developer/478653152)
- Category: Games, Board, Puzzle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 156 App Store ratings · 61 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English, Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2015-06-18
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakthecode/id979015665/reviews.md

## What is Break?

Guess the secret code in this classic game of pure logic and deduction.

The goal of the game is to guess the secret code in a limited number of tries following the hints given after each try.
You can challenge yourself or your friends on Game Center.

• 4 game modes
• 3 difficulty settings
• Game Center leaderboards and challenges
• gorgeous graphics
• colorblind support
• left-handed support

This game is ads supported. If you want an ads free game download the paid version.

## Key features

- Guess the secret code
- Logic and deduction gameplay
- Limited number of tries
- Hints after each guess
- 4 game modes
- 3 difficulty settings
- Game Center integration

## What do users think of Break?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great game
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable
- 👍 Challenging gameplay
- 👍 Good for logic and problem-solving
- 👍 Clean and simple UI
- 👍 No ads or minimal ads
- 👍 Variety of game modes
- 👍 Good implementation of Mastermind
- 👍 Free to play
- 👍 Aesthetically pleasing
- 👍 Small file size
- 👍 Helps keep mind sharp

**Cons**

- 🐛 Gets repetitive
- 🐛 Frustrating hint system
- 🐛 Difficulty differentiating colors
- 🐛 Hard to press buttons
- 🐛 Cannot revert to unpicked state
- 🐛 Hints do not appear in sequence
- 🐛 Repetitive color options
- 🐛 Cursor automatically advances

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Hints appear in random order
- Hint colors are hard to differentiate
- Difficult to physically press buttons

**Most requested features**

- Option to turn off repeat colors
- Ability to hold a color in a position
- More game modes (e.g., 8 colors, 6 slots)
- Two-player mode
- Option to leave a space blank
- Choice on timed mode duration
- Timing for finishing challenges to beat own record
- Option to quit a game early
- Ability to choose color spots without forced order

## Recent user reviews (10 of 61)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakthecode/id979015665/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Fun

*2026-07-25, version 3.12*

Gets repetitive after a while

### 5/5 — Take a lot of concentration

*2026-07-11*

Love it!

### 5/5 — Awesome

*2026-06-03, version 3.12*

Challenging game with varying difficulty levels

### 5/5 — Super

*2026-04-27*

Simple et très fun !

### 5/5 — GREAT GAME

*2026-03-03*

I don’t understand the difference between timed and sequence game mode but the game is so fun I really enjoy

### 5/5 — Fun!!

*2025-07-10, version 3.11*

Great challenging game!

### 1/5 — Frustrating

*2025-05-01, version 3.11*

Although it hints when the correct colour is in the correct position the hint does not appear in sequence, it will appear in random order compared to the order of your selected colours, the rules explain this deliberate anomoly but it is a frustrating way to play it. The game should offer the choice to play it the traditional way eg hint should show in the same sequence to your selection when the correct color is in the correct position.

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2025-03-31*

I love the difficulty level! And the timing section! I downloaded a lot of games like this one, but I think this one is the best I have ever played! And the design for this game looks great too!

### 5/5 — Jouer gratuit sans pub

*2024-12-09*

Appli très bien pour ce qu’on en attend, juste jouer sans perte de temps ni pub ! Un mode à 8 couleurs rendrait l’expérience parfaite !

### 5/5 — its great!!!

*2024-10-20, version 3.11*

ITS GREAT!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Break

### What is this game about?

This is a classic logic and deduction game where your objective is to guess a secret code. You are given a limited number of attempts and receive hints after each guess to help you figure out the correct sequence.

### What are the key features of this game?

The game offers four distinct game modes and three difficulty settings to cater to different skill levels. It also includes Game Center integration for leaderboards and challenges, gorgeous graphics, and support for colorblind and left-handed players.

### Is this game free to play?

The description states that the game is ad-supported. There is also a paid version available for users who prefer an ad-free experience. In-app purchases are not mentioned as a primary monetization model.

### What platforms is this game available on?

The description mentions Game Center integration, which typically indicates availability on Apple's iOS devices (iPhone, iPad). Specific compatibility details would usually be found on the app store listing.

### Who would enjoy playing this game?

This game is ideal for players who enjoy brain teasers, logic puzzles, and games that require strategic thinking and deduction. It's also suitable for those who like to challenge themselves or compete with friends.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.12 — 2026-01-03

Improved compatibility and stability

### 3.11 — 2023-07-02

Improved support for GDPR and CPRA privacy regulations

### 3.10 — 2022-12-13

Improved support

### 3.9.1 — 2022-05-12

Improved support

### 3.9 — 2022-04-06

Improved support

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